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Santa Sessions @ the Bailey Tebault House in Griffin, GA

Saturday and Sunday, November 18/19

***UPDATE… at this point all spots are taken, but please still fill out the info to get on waiting list.  It is possible that I will open up Monday AM as an option since it is Thanksgiving break for most!

$175 for your session with Santa

Online downloadable gallery with a minimum of 5 images posted within 14 days of your session

This is a REAL SANTA (same since 2020), a very sweet and patient man who has grandchildren of his own.  He loves kids, and reminded me the most of my Santa Johnny (2009-2019).   The look and feel will still be classic and simple, here is a link to last year’s session so you can see and get a feel for it!    The set up is perfect for clothing that is more formal/traditional all the way down to pjs and slippers!    It will be pretty similar to last year and it will always be more about the children and Santa than it will be about what is surrounding him! Mrs. Claus (his actual wife) will also plan to join us again for a special story time.  This doesn’t cost extra, but we do need to know if you are interested!  Be sure to select the the Mrs. Claus option below.  It will be in the “old” Santa room and will run in 15 minute segments for those who are interested.  The story time will be AFTER we visit with Santa!  There will be a max of about 10 at a time.

*please be mindful of your child’s nap schedule when emailing your requests. *dancers participating in GBT’s Nutcracker might want to opt for EARLY Saturday AM or late afternoon, or Sunday before 2pm.

$50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit will be due within 2 weeks once your session is confirmed.  You will receive an online link with your confirmation.

I accept check, cash, and credit/debit (via Paypal or Venmo)

In the event of timing issues due to children who are scared, there will be  a craft and coloring table.

Our goal is to be patient and creative when it comes to children who are nervous!

Use the form below to let me know your ideal time for your session, I will do my best to get you on or close to that time!  If you are flexible it is easier for me if you can give me a “window”.  Use the drop down box in the form for options! That will help me get you a spot without having to text/call and risk loosing the space!

Sessions are for immediate family only. If you want to do some with cousins or friends involved, you must book Santa TWO session back to back!   Last year we had so many on the waiting list that we added Monday morning.  We will do this again if the need is there!  So if sat/sun are out for you, but you COULD do Monday, please fill out the form and make note of that!

Santa Sessions Saturday 9:00, 9:08, 9:16, 9:24, 9:32, 9:40, 9:48, 10:00, 10:08 10:16, 10:24, 10:32, 10:40, 10:48, 11:00, 11:08, 11:16, 11:24, 11;32 11:40, 11:48, 12:00,12:08, 12:16, 12:24, 12:32, 1:32, 1:40, 1:48, 2:00, 2:08, 2:16, 2:24, 2;32, 2:40, 2:48, 3:00, 3:08, 3:16, 3:24, 3:32, 3:40, 3:48, 4:00, 4:08,  4:16, 4:24, 4:32, 4:48, 5:00

Santa Sessions Sunday 9:00, 9:08, 9:16, 9:24, 9:32, 9:40, 9:48, 10:00, 10:08, 10:16, 10:24, 10:32, 10:40, 10:48, 11:00, 11:08, 11:16, 11:24, 11;32, 11:40, 11:48, 12:00, 12:08, 12:16, 12:24, 12:32 1:32, 1:40, 1:48, 2:00, 2:08, 2:16, 2:24, 2;32, 2:40, 2:48, 3:00, 3:08, 3;16, 3:24, 3:40, 3:48, 4:00, 4:08,4:16, 4:24,4:32, 4:40, 4:48, 5:00

2023 Fall MINI sessions!

What’s a mini?  Mini sessions are a shortened version of my regular FULL session.  I typically offer them during the Spring/Easter and Fall/Christmas seasons.  There is NO time for clothing changes.

How much?  Minis are $225* and only available on the dates/locations listed! Cash, check, credit (via paypal and venmo) accepted.  *Minis at the Wild Daisy Farm will be $255 due to a higher venue fee.

What do you get?  You will get a 20 minute session with me at the location of your choice.  Your images will be edited and given to you in full resolution files on a online gallery for download within 3 weeks of your session. Typically there are a minimum of 20 images for mini sessions.

How many people?  You can have up to 4 members of the same immediate family.  If you would like to add more siblings, cousins, or grandparents, you are encouraged to book a FULL session or two minis back-to-back.  Minis are NOT  recommended for infants under six months.  If you have a larger family, PLEASE still communicate with me, there are ways around it!

Please fill out the online form below with your top 3 choices (can be the same location).  These spots will go VERY fast.  I will email you back with a confirmation or other options within 24 hours.  If you don’t hear from me after 24 hours, please check your SPAM or email me again!  If your preferred spot/time is full and another date/location does not work for you, PLEASE be sure you ask to be put on a waiting list.  I often have sessions open up AND i may consider doing weekday minis locally if the calendar fills too quickly!

There is a $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit due 1 week after your confirmation!  The links give as location examples, may only work if you are on a computer not a phone!

Saturday September 16th @ Sanctuiare Atelier Griffin/Williamson will possibly have a wildflower patch blooming

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Sunday September 17th @ Wild Daisy Farm (Molena, GA)
4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30, 7:00 These are $255 per session due to a higher venue fee

Saturday September 30th @ Grant Park (in midtown ATL)

9:00 am, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11

Sunday October 15th @ Historic Brookfield Estate (NEW) in Griffin

3, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Sunday October 29th  @ Turnipseed Nursery in Fayetteville

3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00

Saturday November 4th @ Busbin Christmas Tree Farm (same family farm, different location in Orchard Hill) **there will not be a red truck this year!!  If Saturday fills up, Sunday afternoon will be an option

Saturday:  9:00am ,9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00 and 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, and 6:00pm

Please give me your top three options here! If you are flexible then just give me the date and location you are interested in! If you want to be added to the waiting list please be specific for which date and location!

back2school minis

What is a “back 2 school” mini?  This is just a super quick mini option open first for my “current clients” who have kids going back to school this month!  It is for kids of any age technically, but the “props” are geared more towards preK-upper elementary!  If your kids are older we can still have a “back to school” feel… just without the “little” props.    We will also have the option again for ZERO props.  Those images would look more like my Simple Sessions!   This is for public, private, and home-schooled students… please share with your friends!

Sunday, August 20, 2023 between 1 and 7 PM!

We will be on the back hallway of the Bailey Tebault House in Griffin (rain or shine)!

Cost is $85 for one child, and $40 for each additional sibling (must be from the same family… cousins/buddies book separate sessions please)  This is a 15 minute session with 5 additional minutes for each extra sibling.

Please use the form below to let me know your top 3 choices.  If you don’t have a preference, just let me know that ANY time is fine!  Please also be sure to let me know if you want NO PROPS.

Within 21 days, you will receive a minimum of 10 edited high resolution images on an online gallery to download!!

What you can expect… cute pics of your kiddos.  I am not a photographer that relies on props to fill the space in the picture.  Your kiddo is the primary focus, so dress them ready for the “first day of school” and bring them to have a little fun! If you have your own props or favorite book (big or little), back pack, felt letter-board, or Chromebook, bring those and we will try and work them in!!!

I would say the colors fit with both bright and muted primary colors!  Click here for an example from last year!

times available:  1:00, 1:15, 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45 Please use the form below to request your top three time slots!  If you are flexible that day, it is great to know that too!  You can say “any time WITH props” or “any time withOUT props” if you are extra flexible!  

Kindergarten (or Senior) Cap & Gown Minis @ the Bailey Tebault House

I am going to offer one day of QUICK cap and gown minis for those who are interested!!!  This will be my 14th year offering these!  Click HERE for examples of what you can expect!

When: Monday, May 1st

Where: The Bailey Tebault House in Griffin

Who: any area kindergarten graduate or high school/college senior (seniors will need to bring their own cap & gown)

How much??  These will be $65 per graduate

What can I expect?  The day of your session, you will be assigned to a 15 minute time slot.  You will get images of your graduate in a cap and gown, AND also just a nice/dressy outfit.    If you have a buddy you would like to have pictures WITH, please sign up for back to back sessions.  You will receive a minimum of 8 full resolution digital images on an online downloadable gallery within 2 weeks of your session.  There will be 2 people per 15 minutes.  While one is shooting cap & gown the other will do the casual outfit.

I have two colors to chose from… royal blue and red.  You do not have pick according to your school colors, this is totally up to you! You can also bring your own.

Please use the form below to let me know your top three session time preferences!

Monday, May 1st:  4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45, 7:00, 7:15

If you are flexible that afternoon just put “during the 5pm hour”!

Dance Minis @ the Bailey Tebault House

When?  Saturday, April 29th 9-2pm

Who? Any dancers 

$$$$?  $85 and up per dancer

This includes an online gallery of a minimum of 10 high resolution images and a print release

How do you sign up?

Option 1 is for ONE dancer:

For an example of what you can expect please click HERE!

These sessions are what YOU make them.  Some mamas like the “hair down/no make-up” natural look, but you are welcome to do hair UP and full make-up “recital ready” look!  Totally up to you!   I recommend you do hair and make-up at home!

Saturday April 29th Dance Mini @ the Bailey Tebault House in Griffin

9:00, 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30,12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30

Sunday May 21st Dance Mini @ the Bailey Tebault House in Griffin (this session might not have a dance helper to help with poses)

1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00

If you don’t see anything that works, or what you would love if booked… BE SURE to ask to be on the waiting list!  Those people will get first dibs as things open up, and there is always a chance i will offer MORE sessions as we move into the spring!

Please use the form below to let me know your top three session time preferences!  If you are flexible then maybe just say “Saturday April 29th between 10-12”  Please be clear how many dancers and how many costumes (practice leo would be considered a costume)

2023 Spring MINI sessions!

* Ballet and Cap & Gown minis will be released in a few days!

What’s a mini?  Mini sessions are a shortened version of my regular FULL session.  I typically offer them during the Spring/Easter and Fall/Christmas seasons.  There is not time for clothing changes.

• How much?  Minis are $220 and only available on the dates/locations listed! Cash, check, credit (via paypal, cashApp, and venmo) accepted.
• What do you get?  You will get a 20 minute session with me at the location of your choice (below).  Your images will be edited and given to you in full resolution files on an on line gallery within 3 weeks
• How many people?  You can have up to 4 members of the same immediate family.  If you would like to add more siblings, cousins, or grandparents, please contact me separately and i can let you know your options.  Minis are NOT recommended for infants under six months.

Please fill out the online form below with your top 3 choices (can be all at the same location).  These spots will go fast.  I will email you back with a confirmation or other options within 48 hours.  If you don’t hear from me after 48 hours, please check your SPAM or email me again!  If you click on the location you can see a preview from that venue.  This works better on your computer rather than your phone!

There is a $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit due 1 week after your confirmation!

Sunday April 16th @ Turnipseed Nursery

 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Saturday April 22nd @ Historic Brookfield Estate (new venue for 2023)

3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Sunday April 23rd @ Wild Daisy Farm (these are $240 total)

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Sunday April 30th @ Farm in Jackson

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Saturday May 13th @ Tobesofkee Farm in Barnesville 

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30,6:00 , 6:30

Please use the form below to let me know your top three session time preferences!

What’s a simple session?  This will be my 4th year offering these sessions!  They will take place at the Bailey Tebault House in Griffin and are just as it says, simple.  No props will be used, just your child and his/her personality!  If you are familiar with my back2school sessions, this will have a similar feel, but NO props!  I love doing these sessions and I hope you will come out and try something new!  You will receive ALL images in color and black and white.  These could also be used as an heirloom portrait if you want to dress your little one in a more traditional outfit!  To see a sample of last years session please click here.

• When? Sunday February 26th 1-4pm
• How much?  Simple sessions are $140 and available only on one date for now at the Bailey Tebault! Cash, check, credit (via paypal and venmo) accepted.
• What do you get?  You will get 15 minute session with me for up to two children.  Your images will be edited and given to you in full resolution files on an on line gallery within 3 weeks
• How many people?  Each 15 minute slot is for up to two children.  If you have more than two, you can still sign them up and we will extend that original session by 10 minutes for $70.  If you have 3+ kids and are wanting more info, please be sure to still fill out a request and we will work with it!
• If you are an adult that just needs a headshot refresh… this would be a great time to do that!
• What should we wear?  I recommend SIMPLE on top and jeans on the bottoms… and (clean) bare feet (shoes are optional).  White works for these sessions, but if you want to add some color, I would do a muted neutral color!  Dresses are great for girls to… twirly is always fun.. just think simple.
• What ages?  I only ask that your youngest child be sitting up SOLO.

Please fill out the online form below with your top 3 choices.  These spots will potentially go fast.  I will email you back with a confirmation or other options within 48 hours.  If you don’t hear from me after 48 hours, please check your SPAM or email me again!

There is a $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit due 1 week after your confirmation!

Sunday  Feb 26th  1:00, 1:15, 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45

Please use the form below to let me know your top three session time preferences!  

Santa Sessions @ the Bailey Tebault House in Griffin, GA

Saturday and Sunday, November 19/20 AND NOW ADDING MONDAY MORNING!!!

****Monday is the only option with open spots!

$165 for your session with Santa

Online downloadable gallery with a minimum of 5 images posted within 14 days of your session

This is a REAL SANTA (same as 2021), a very sweet and patient man who has grandchildren of his own.  He loves kids, and reminded me the most of my Santa Johnny (2009-2019).   The look and feel will still be classic and simple, here is a link to last year’s session so you can see and get a feel for it!    The set up is perfect for clothing that is more formal/traditional all the way down to pjs and slippers!    It will be pretty similar to last year and it will always be more about the children and Santa than it will be about what is surrounding him! Mrs. Claus (his actual wife) will also plan to join us again for a special story time.  This doesn’t cost extra, but we do need to know if you are interested!  Be sure to select the the Mrs. Claus option below.  It will be in the “old” Santa room and will run in 15 minute segments for those who are interested.  The story time will be AFTER we visit with Santa!  There will be a max of about 10 at a time.

*please be mindful of your child’s nap schedule when emailing your requests. *dancers participating in GBT’s Nutcracker might want to opt for EARLY Saturday AM or late afternoon, or Sunday before 2pm.

$50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit will be due within 2 weeks once your session is confirmed.  You will receive an online link with your confirmation.

I accept check, cash, and credit/debit (via Paypal or Venmo)

In the event of timing issues due to children who are scared, there will be refreshments (pre-bagged and boxed) and crafts for children while waiting.  We do hope to bring a craft and coloring table back this year, but will play that one by ear!

Our goal is to be patient and creative when it comes to children who are nervous!

Use the form below to let me know your ideal time for your session, I will do my best to get you on or close to that time!  If you are flexible it is easier for me if you can give me a “window”.  Use the drop down box in the form for options! That will help me get you a spot without having to text/call and risk loosing the space!

Sessions are for immediate family only. If you want to do some with cousins or friends involved, you must book Santa TWO session back to back!  

Santa Sessions Saturday 9:00, 9:08, 9:16, 9:24, 9:32, 9:40, 9:48, 10:00, 10:08 10:16, 10:24, 10:32, 10:40, 10:48, 11:00, 11:08, 11:16, 11:24, 11;32 11:40, 11:48,12:00,12:08 12:16, 12:24, 12:32, 1:32, 1:40, 1:48, 2:00, 2:08, 2:16, 2:24, 2;32, 2:40, 2:48, 3:00, 3:08, 3:16, 3:24, 3:32, 3:40, 3:48, 4:00, 4:08  4:16, 4:24, 4:32, 4:40, 4:48, 5:00

Santa Sessions Sunday 9:00, 9:08, 9:16, 9:24, 9:32, 9:40, 9:48, 10:00, 10:08 10:16, 10:24, 10:32, 10:40, 10:48, 11:00, 11:08, 11:16, 11:24, 11;32 11:40, 11:48, 12:00, 12:08, 12:16, 12:24, 12:32 1:32, 1:40, 1:48, 2:00, 2:08, 2:16, 2:24, 2;32, 2:40,2:48, 3:00, 3:08, 3;16, 3:24, 3:32, 3:40, 3:48, 4:00, 4:08, 4:16, 4:24,4:32, 4:40, 4:48, 5:00

Santa Sessions MONDAY!!!!! 

9:00, 9:08, 9:16, 9:24, 9:32, 9:40, 9:48, 10:00, 10:08 10:16, 10:24, 10:32, 10:40, 10:48

2022 Fall MINI sessions!

What’s a mini?  Mini sessions are a shortened version of my regular FULL session.  I typically offer them during the Spring/Easter and Fall/Christmas seasons.  There is NO time for clothing changes.

How much?  Minis are $220* and only available on the dates/locations listed! Cash, check, credit (via paypal and venmo) accepted.  *Minis at the Wild Daisy Farm will be $240 due to a higher venue fee.

What do you get?  You will get a 20 minute session with me at the location of your choice.  Your images will be edited and given to you in full resolution files on a online gallery for download within 3 weeks of your session. Typically there are a minimum of 20 images for mini sessions.

How many people?  You can have up to 4 members of the same immediate family.  If you would like to add more siblings, cousins, or grandparents, you are encouraged to book a FULL session or two minis back-to-back.  Minis are NOT  recommended for infants under six months.  If you have a larger family, PLEASE still communicate with me, there are ways around it!

Please fill out the online form below with your top 3 choices (can be the same location).  These spots will go VERY fast.  I will email you back with a confirmation or other options within 24 hours.  If you don’t hear from me after 24 hours, please check your SPAM or email me again!  If your preferred spot/time is full and another date/location does not work for you, PLEASE be sure you ask to be put on a waiting list.  I often have sessions open up AND i may consider doing weekday minis locally if the calendar fills too quickly!

There is a $50 non-refundable/non-transferable deposit due 1 week after your confirmation!  The links give as location examples, may only work if you are on a computer not a phone!

Saturday September 17th @ Sanctuiare Atelier (new location in the Griffin area)

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Sunday October 2nd @ Atlanta minis (at a park, new location)

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30

Sunday October 16th @ Wild Daisy Farm (Molena, GA)

4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00  These are $245 per session

Sunday October 23rd @ Turnipseed Nursery in Fayetteville

3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00

Sunday October 30th @ Meadowlark Gardens in Griffin

3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, 6:00

Saturday/Sunday, November Nov 5/6 @ Orchard Hill Tree farm

Saturday:  9:00 ,9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00 and 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30, and 6:00pm

Sunday: 1:30, 2:00, 2:30,3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, and 5:00pm

Please give me your top three options here! If you are flexible then just give me the date and location you are interested in! If you want to be added to the waiting list please be specific for which date and location!

back2school minis

What is a “back 2 school” mini?  This is just a super quick mini option open first for my “current clients” who have kids going back to school this month!  It is for kids of any age technically, but the “props” are geared more towards preK-upper elementary!  If your kids are older we can still have a “back to school” feel… just without the “little” props.    We will also have the option again for ZERO props.  Those images would look more like my Simple Sessions!  I do have a few new things up my sleeve for this year though!  This is for public, private, and home-schooled students… please share with your friends!

Sunday, August 21, 2022 between 3 and 6 PM!

We will be on the back hallway of the Bailey Tebault House in Griffin (rain or shine)!

Cost is $80 for one child, and $40 for each additional sibling (must be from the same family… cousins/buddies book separate sessions please)  This is a 15 minute session with 10 additional minutes for each extra sibling.

Please use the form below to let me know your top 3 choices.  If you don’t have a preference, just let me know that ANY time is fine!  Please also be sure to let me know if you want NO PROPS.

Within 21 days, you will receive a minimum of 10 edited high resolution images on an online gallery to download!!

What you can expect… cute pics of your kiddos.  I am not a photographer that relies on props to fill the space in the picture.  Your kiddo is the primary focus, so dress them ready for the “first day of school” and bring them to have a little fun! If you have your own props or favorite book (big or little), back pack, felt letter-board, or Chromebook, bring those and we will try and work them in!!!

I would say the colors fit with both bright and muted primary colors!  Click here for an example from last year!

times available: Back to School w/ Props 1:00, 1:15, 1:30, 1:45, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30, 2:45, 3:00, 3:15, 3:30, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, 5:15, 5:30, 5:45, 6:00, 6:15, 6:30, 6:45

Please use the form below to request your top three time slots!  If you are flexible that day, it is great to know that too!  You can say “any time WITH props” or “any time withOUT props” if you are extra flexible!