A young child standing in front of a decorated Christmas fireplace scene with stockings, Christmas trees, presents, candles, and festive decorations.

A woman and a baby dressed as bakers in a festive kitchen, with the woman feeding the baby a cookie.

Family of three sitting by Christmas trees, with wrapped presents and a teddy bear in the background.

A family of three, including a man, a woman, and a young child, along with a dog wearing a small hat, posing on a decorated Christmas bed with a Christmas backdrop.

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Family Holiday Mini Sessions in Los Angeles Near Glendale & Burbank

Create Beautiful Holiday Memories Before the Busy Season Begins

Looking for family holiday mini sessions near Glendale, Burbank, San Fernando Valley, Pasadena, or Los Angeles? Our professionally designed indoor holiday sets make it easy to create beautiful Christmas portraits, update your holiday cards, and capture genuine family memories before the holiday rush.

Holiday Mini Sessions at Panos Productions are designed for busy families who want a relaxed, fun experience with timeless images they'll enjoy for years to come.

Six Beautiful Holiday Experiences

This year's collection includes six unique studio sets so you can choose the style that fits your family.

Traditional Hearth
A warm, classic Christmas setting with timeless holiday charm.

Holiday Kitchen
A cozy kitchen decorated for the season where families can laugh, bake, and create playful holiday memories together.

Magical White Holiday
An elegant winter-inspired scene featuring bright whites, soft textures, and a clean, modern holiday look.

Christmas Bedtime Story
A cozy Christmas bedroom where families can cuddle together while sharing a favorite holiday story before Santa arrives.

Legacy Holiday Portraits

Some portraits never go out of style. Elegant. Refined. Enduring.

These are the photographs your children will one day show their own families.

Looking for something completely different?

The North Pole Teddy Bear Adventure is a 75-minute children's Christmas storybook experience with 12 finished images. It is offered separately from Family Holiday Mini Sessions.

What's Included

30-minute private family photo session (Teddy Bear Adventure is 75 minutes)
Choice of one holiday set
One outfit change if time allows
8 professionally edited high-resolution digital images (Teddy Bear Adventure includes 12 edited images)
Private indoor studio experience
Perfect timing for holiday cards, gifts, and family keepsakes

Sessions are offered on select weekends throughout October and November, giving you plenty of time to order holiday cards, gifts, and wall art before Christmas.

Why Book Holiday Photos Early?

Every year, families tell me they wish they had scheduled their holiday portraits sooner. Booking your holiday mini session in October or early November means:

Plenty of time to design and mail holiday cards
Less stress during the busy holiday season
Better availability for your preferred session time
Beautiful family portraits before everyone's calendars fill up

Holiday Family Photos Designed Around Young Children

Family photos don't have to be stressful.

As a former special education teacher and Certified Professional Photographer, I understand that every child has a unique personality.

The goal isn't stiff posing—it's capturing authentic smiles, genuine connection, and the moments your family will treasure long after the decorations are packed away.

Why My Holiday Mini Sessions Feel Different

One family at a time
Personalized session experience
Time for an outfit change when appropriate
Individually edited finished images
Patient approach with young children
Dogs are welcome
Posing and expression guidance throughout
Variety of family groupings and poses
No cookie-cutter workflow

Serving Families Throughout Glendale and Los Angeles

Our studio welcomes families from Glendale, Burbank, Pasadena, La Cañada Flintridge, Montrose, La Crescenta, Tujunga, Sunland, North Hollywood, Studio City, and throughout the Los Angeles area who are looking for professional holiday family photography in a beautiful indoor studio.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these Santa photo sessions?

No. Family Holiday Mini Sessions are photographed without Santa and are designed for families who want traditional or styled Christmas portraits together. If you'd like your children to meet Santa, visit my Private Santa Photo Experience. Families looking for a child-focused Christmas story experience can also explore the North Pole Teddy Bear Adventure.

When should we schedule our holiday mini session?

October and early November are ideal. This gives you plenty of time to receive your finished images and create holiday cards before the Christmas season begins.

What should we wear?

After booking, you'll receive wardrobe suggestions to help your family coordinate beautifully with your chosen holiday set. Read about what to wear for family holiday portraits in La Crescenta and Montrose.

How many people can be included?

Holiday Mini Sessions are designed for immediate families. If you'd like to include grandparents or extended family, please contact us before booking so we can recommend the best option.

Can we use the photos for holiday cards?

Absolutely. Many families book these sessions specifically for Christmas cards, holiday gifts, and seasonal social media announcements. Your gallery will have access to dozens of templates you can drag and drop to design and order (additional fees apply).