Cozy Christmas mini sessions in north Port featuring beautifully styled holiday sets for families, couples, maternity and children.
Imagine your child hearing Santa call them by name.
Watching him find them in the Nice List.
Opening a letter sent just for them from the North Pole.
Taking home a special Christmas book from Santa himself.
Or spending the afternoon baking cookies, sipping hot cocoa, and cuddling together in cozy Christmas pajamas.
That's what Christmas at Lillian Rice Photography is all about.
Choose between two thoughtfully designed Christmas experiences, each created to capture authentic moments while celebrating the magic of the season.
Choose between either of the thoughtfully designed collections:
🌲 Winter Collection – Includes Winter Forest and Santa's Workshop
OR
🏡 Cozy Collection – Includes Christmas Morning and Mrs. Claus's Kitchen
Each session includes portraits in both sets within your selected collection. Santa not included.
The Santa Experience comes with the Winter Collection
🌲 Winter Collection – Includes Winter Forest and Santa's Workshop with Santa
Each session includes portraits in both sets within The Winter Collection. Santa is included with Santa's Workshop set.
Want more than one experience?
If you'd love to experience every Christmas set, these bundles offer the best value.
Experience all four Christmas sets over two sessions. Includes:
🛏️ Christmas Morning
🍪 Mrs. Claus' Kitchen
🌲 Winter Forest
🎅 Santa's Workshop (without Santa)
Enjoy every Christmas set plus a magical visit with Santa himself. Includes:
🛏️ Christmas Morning
🍪 Mrs. Claus' Kitchen
🌲 Winter Forest
🎅 Santa's Workshop with Santa
The cozy Collection
Christmas Morning
Cozy blankets, pajamas and cuddles
Mrs Claus's Kitchen
Cookies, cocoa and Christmas baking
The winter collection
Winter Forest
Elegant holiday portraits among snowy evergreens
Santa's Workshop
A magical visit with Santa himself.
Gallery coming soon
Those are images of the sets that will be used. Actual shots coming soon!
Watch the magic unfold through your child's eyes as they are welcomed into Santa's workshop, where he'll greet them by name, search for them in his Nice List, and share a special letter written just for them from the North Pole. Before they leave, Santa will send them home with a Christmas storybook to enjoy with their family. If desired, your child can bring their own letter to Santa to place in his mailbox.
Along the way, I'll capture the wonder, excitement, and genuine reactions that make this season so unforgettable!
Your Santa Experience Includes:
🎅 A personal visit with Santa
📖 A Christmas storybook gift from Santa
✉️ A keepsake personalized letter from the North Pole for your child
✉️ An opportunity for your child to put their own letter to Santa in his mailbox
📸 Beautiful candid and family portraits
🌲 Additional portraits in the Winter Forest set
booking process:
1. Reserve Your Experience
Choose your preferred Santa Experience time directly through my online booking calendar.
2. Tell Santa About Your Child
During booking, you'll answer one simple question: "Tell Santa one special thing about your child that he should know."
Santa will use this to personalize a special letter from the North Pole just for them.
Examples: Learned to ride a bike, Became a big sister, Started kindergarten, Loves dinosaurs, Enjoys baking with Grandma, Is always kind to friends...
3. I'll Take Care of the Magic
I'll prepare your child's personalized letter and make sure Santa has everything he needs to create a truly memorable visit.
4. Arrive at the Studio
Step into a cozy Christmas atmosphere complete with holiday music and beautifully designed sets that bring the magic of the season to life.
5. Enjoy Your Visit with Santa
Your child will meet Santa, find their name in the Nice List, receive their personalized letter, take home a Christmas storybook, and create unforgettable holiday memories while I capture every genuine smile and reaction.
6. Relive the Magic
Within a few days, you'll receive your online gallery filled with professionally edited images to download, print, share, and enjoy for years to come.
What makes these sessions different
✨ Interactive experiences, not just backdrops
Whether you're baking pretend cookies, cuddling up with hot cocoa, or visiting Santa, every set encourages natural moments that result in authentic photographs.
🎄 Two beautifully coordinated sets in every session
Enjoy a variety of holiday images without feeling rushed from one backdrop to the next.
📸 All the best edited images included
No choosing favorites or paying per image. Every beautiful moment from your session is yours to keep.
🎅 A Santa visit your child will remember
Our Santa Experience includes a personalized letter from the North Pole, finding your child's name in the Nice List, a Christmas storybook to take home, and genuine one-on-one interaction with Santa himself.
❤️ Relaxed, family-focused sessions
No pressure for perfect smiles. I'll guide your family naturally so everyone can simply enjoy the experience.
Availability & pricing
With only a handful of sessions offered on each date, every family receives a relaxed, personalized experience instead of feeling like part of a production line. Bookings will open soon!
2026 Cozy Collection
Availability:
Price:
$150 Early Bird
$195
$195
Price:
$150 Early Bird
$195
$245
bundle pricing
Not available on early bird days
2026 Full Experience - $360 (Normally $390)
Select a date for the Cozy collection and a date for the Winter Collection from the availability list.
2026 Signature Experience - $395 (Normally $440)
Select a date for the Cozy collection. The Santa Experience is on Nov 14, 2026 only.
FAQ
Do I get to choose my Christmas backdrop?
Yes! Depending on the package you choose, you'll have access to two beautifully styled Christmas sets. My set include Christmas Morning, and Mrs. Claus's Kitchen, or Winter Forest and Santa's Workshop, allowing you to choose the look that best fits your family's style.
What should we wear for our Christmas photos?
Neutral colors, cozy textures, and coordinating (rather than matching) outfits photograph beautifully with the Christmas sets. Cream, beige, forest green, burgundy, soft plaid, and knit sweaters are always great choices. For more details, read my blog post HERE.
When should I book my Christmas mini session?
The earlier, the better! Christmas mini sessions typically sell out well before the holiday season. Booking in September or October gives you the best selection of dates and ensures your gallery is delivered in time for Christmas cards, gifts, and holiday announcements.
Are Santa sessions available?
Yes! A special Santa Experience will be offered on one select day only. These sessions include time with Santa in his workshop, plus the opportunity for family portraits on one additional Christmas set. Santa appointments are extremely limited and are expected to book quickly.