2025 Mini Sessions
Late Summer and Fall Mini Sessions
Outdoor family mini sessions are a relaxed, easy way to capture your family in a beautiful natural setting. These quick sessions are designed to be low-stress, with a mix of posed shots and natural moments that reflect your family just as you are.
Whether your kids are full of energy or going through a shy phase, we’ll keep things light and simple—making space for genuine connection and personality to shine through. It’s a great way to mark this season of life and walk away with a handful of images you’ll love now and even more in the years to come.
Outdoor sessions will take place in a thoughtfully chosen location based on time of day, seasonal blooms, and greenery. Outdoor Mini Sessions are perfect for families, young children, high school seniors, or couples.
Dates
Saturday, July 19
Saturday, August 9
Saturday, September 6
Thursday, October 9
Friday, October 10
Sunday, November 2
Black + White Studio Mini Sessions
Black & White Studio Mini Sessions will take place indoors at the Natalie Thompson Photography studio.
Timeless and emotional—these indoor sessions capture your story in the most honest and artful way.
There’s something classic and honest about black & white photography. It strips away the distractions and lets the real moments shine through—your story, just as it is. That’s what I’m aiming to capture in these sessions: a snapshot of the season you’re in right now.
Maybe it’s the summer your child sported a cast from an adventurous leap off the playground slide… or those early, unsteady steps your baby is taking. Maybe your daughter is in her “princess dress every day” phase, or you’re finally starting to come out of the baby fog and realizing how much has changed—and how much you’ve grown.
Whatever this season looks like for you, I want to document it honestly, without fuss—just a few meaningful images that you’ll come back to over the years. Photos that remind you of what life looked and felt like in this exact chapter.
Dates
Friday, July 25
Wednesday, July 30
All Mini Sessions Include
20 minute private photo session for your family
Curated Style Guide
Carefully selected locations that highlight seasonal blooms, offer beautiful natural light based on the time of day, and reflect a timeless, lush green aesthetic
10 high-resolution digital images of your choice
Option to upgrade to the full gallery of digital images for $199
Gallery delivery within 2 weeks of your session
Access to professional print lab through your online gallery
Access to private collection of curated custom framing options to complete your session
Session Cost: $400 + tax
50% deposit due upon booking (deposits are non-refundable but are transferable to a later session in the same calendar year)
A non-refundable deposit of 50% is due upon booking. This reserves your session and goes towards your total balance. The remaining balance will be due on your session date. Georgia law requires a 8.5% sales tax on the full amount of the session to account for the “product” you will receive (10 digital images).
Mini Session FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking
Q: What is a Mini Session?
A Mini Session is a shorter version of a full photo session—20 minutes long, scheduled back-to-back with other families at a set location. These sessions are designed to be efficient, relaxed, and perfect for updating family photos or marking a milestone.
A Mini Session is a shorter version of a full photo session—20 minutes long, scheduled back-to-back with other families at a set location. These sessions are designed to be efficient, relaxed, and perfect for updating family photos or marking a milestone.
Q: What types of Mini Sessions are available?
You can choose from three unique session types:
• Late Summer Minis – Outdoor sessions in golden light, perfect for families before school starts.
• Fall Minis – Held in carefully chosen natural settings with rich foliage and soft light.
• Black & White Studio Minis – Indoor, expressive, and timeless—great for children, families, and milestone portraits.
You can choose from three unique session types:
• Late Summer Minis – Outdoor sessions in golden light, perfect for families before school starts.
• Fall Minis – Held in carefully chosen natural settings with rich foliage and soft light.
• Black & White Studio Minis – Indoor, expressive, and timeless—great for children, families, and milestone portraits.
Q: What’s included in the session fee?
Each $400 Mini Session includes:
• A 20-minute private session
• 10 edited digital images
• An option to upgrade your gallery
• A curated style guide to help you prepare
• Access to a professional print lab and custom framing
Each $400 Mini Session includes:
• A 20-minute private session
• 10 edited digital images
• An option to upgrade your gallery
• A curated style guide to help you prepare
• Access to a professional print lab and custom framing
Q: How many people can be in a Mini Session?
Mini Sessions are ideal for up to 6 immediate family members. If you'd like to include extended family or have a larger group, please reach out so we can discuss a custom session.
Mini Sessions are ideal for up to 6 immediate family members. If you'd like to include extended family or have a larger group, please reach out so we can discuss a custom session.
Q: What if we need to reschedule?
Mini Sessions are booked for specific dates and times. If something unexpected comes up, please reach out as soon as possible. While rescheduling options are limited due to the nature of Minis, I’ll do my best to accommodate when possible.
Mini Sessions are booked for specific dates and times. If something unexpected comes up, please reach out as soon as possible. While rescheduling options are limited due to the nature of Minis, I’ll do my best to accommodate when possible.
Q: What happens if it rains?
For outdoor sessions, I keep a close eye on the forecast. If weather looks unfavorable, I’ll notify you with rescheduling options or backup plans. Studio sessions are not affected by weather.
For outdoor sessions, I keep a close eye on the forecast. If weather looks unfavorable, I’ll notify you with rescheduling options or backup plans. Studio sessions are not affected by weather.
Q: When will we receive our images?
You’ll receive your fully edited gallery within 2 weeks of your session. You’ll be able to select your 10 included images, with the option to purchase additional images or upgrade to the full gallery.
You’ll receive your fully edited gallery within 2 weeks of your session. You’ll be able to select your 10 included images, with the option to purchase additional images or upgrade to the full gallery.
Q: How do I book?
Booking is done online through the button at the bottom of this page, and is first-come, first-served. A 50% deposit is required to reserve your spot, with the remaining balance due the week of your session.
Booking is done online through the button at the bottom of this page, and is first-come, first-served. A 50% deposit is required to reserve your spot, with the remaining balance due the week of your session.
Still have questions?
Feel free to reach out directly—I'm happy to help!
Feel free to reach out directly—I'm happy to help!