2024 Christmas Sessions


Please read through. This page has information necessary for a successful mini session.
There is a form that needs filled out and sent to us to Confirm your Session.

Thank you so much for allowing us to be apart of your holiday season
Christmas memories are the BEST! Christmas sessions are a BIG deal for us.  We take so much care and love when planning our Christmas sets.  We feel Christmas sessions should be an experience.  We hope it is an experience and lovely tradition for your family. We have so many clients that we get to see year after year during the season and we are so thankful.    We have a variety of sets that are designed for a range of aesthetic and style.    We have a snow machine.  Activities for the kids.   A Dessert and Coffee/cocoa bar.  We have a huge prize box for kids and Prize drawings for clients for extras like cards, wall art, and a free session in 2025. 

*If you refer friends or family and they book you get an additional $75 off of your session.-LET US KNOW YOU SENT THEM!  

*The Start of a Beautiful Tradition- This year we will be gifting a custom ornament to each family who has had us photograph Christmas sessions previous years and moving forward it will be something we do each and every year for our returning clients. We are beyond thankful to share this season with so many people each and every year. If you are booking and we have photographed your family - send us your favorite Christmas photo and we will make sure your ornament is hanging on our tree for you to take home the day of your session. email-photography@theworkofwanderers.com

Below are a few OPTIONAL ideas for you to personalize the sets with special things from home....these are not needed.  Our sets look beautiful and simple without additional items.   DO not feel like you have to go out and get a bunch of props.  This is meant to give suggestions of important things to you and your family or highlight traditions or heirlooms.    

--Bringing a few belongings and touches to the shoot is a great way to personalize your session and add creativity.
Here are a few ideas... a favorite Christmas book, Santa hats, special ornament, kids hand written Christmas lists, a jar of cookies, Personalized stockings, mistletoe, Christmas mugs, blankets, wrapped gifts to match clothes, Christmas signs or special decoration to your family. One of our favorite ideas is to bring a small "wanted" Christmas gift to your session for kids. We had a parent do that with a special note from Santa - Saying to keep up the good work being kind and helpful in the upcoming months...Seeing kids eyes light up opening a gift is magical.

*Just suggestions and certainly not needed!

Weather:

All of our sets are inside *except the Sleigh & North Pole Path...Which are in/around the barn. We will make slight adjustments to where we shoot those sets if the weather is really bad. We will not be cancelling in the event of rain.


Directions: (See below)

CHRISTMAS MINI SESSION ADDRESS: (Nov. 3, 9, 10, 17 or Prearranged Date)
The address is 2050 Fishing Creek Valley Road Harrisburg, Pa.  We will have signs directing where to go once you go through the gates.

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1. Please be on time- we are scheduled back to back all day long. one super early or late client will have our schedule off a bit. We advise arriving 5-10 minutes early but staying warm in the car until a few minutes before your scheduled time.  We will do our best to be ready to take your info as soon as you come inside the house. If we would be running a bit behind please do not worry we will make sure you get the allotted time for your session.    

2. Clothing changes for mini sessions will cut in to our time for shooting. If you would like to keep the change simple. The more time we spend changing is the less time we have for shooting. Suggestions for making the most of our set ups would be to bring coats, hats, scarves, nice coats over dressier outfits, or pjs under clothing.  *Package 3 includes a little time to change outfits.

3. We believe in bribery for pictures :) anything for a little cooperation goes a long way in getting the kiddos to cooperate for the time we have. We will have a prize box ready and also hot chocolate and cookies. With small children... it would also be helpful to bring something that you know will grab your child's attention (toy, rattle, ball, puppet, etc) during our regular sessions we have an hour to get kids to warm up to us...so anything extra will help. 

4. We understand it will be cold...if you have blankets, hand warmers, etc you can use to keep the kids warm in between shots...it helps. We do our best to keep things moving and the kids happy and distracted for your mini session. 

5. Bring extras. We have had so many instances of delayed sessions due to outfit malfunctions, spit

up, etc. Pack an extra bag the night before so it is just there. It can be a major blessing in a pinch.


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PAYMENT (See below) -

A deposit is in the amount of $100 is due upon booking to officially book and save your slot. The deposit amount must be payed via venmo, paypal, or cash app. with in 24 hours of receiving this link.


The deposit for your timeslot is non-refundable but transferable. This means you can sell or give your spot to someone else but we lose the opportunity to book someone else the date/time you are scheduled.

*If you want to reschedule - we will do our best to accommodate you.

*If we have time to release and rebook your slot we will give you a credit for future use for your deposit.


THE REMAINDER BALANCE IS DUE THE DAY OF YOUR SESSION.
REMAINING BALANCE PAYMENT METHOD IS CASH.
DIGITAL PAYMENTS, CHECKS, OR CREDIT CARDS ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTED FOR MINI SESSION EVENTS DUE TO RETURNED CHECKS AND DELAYED PAYMENTS*
*IMPORTANT: Having your payment ready ahead of time in an envelope - is VERY important to our work flow and post processing.  If you absolutely have to pay using another method other than cash the day of your session - your photos will be delayed in being uploaded in to our Editing queue until your payment clears. Digital payments take an additional 3-4 days and Checks take an additional 5-7 days. We spend 18 hours a day editing during this season. Cash is appreciated for our sanity.
Please include your balance in an envelope with: Your scheduled Time and Name

***Having your payment and information ready will also allow us to start shooting asap.

PHOTO DELIVERY DATE
You can expect your edited photo gallery to be sent to your email on or before December 5th- add additional time if you did not pay your balance in Cash.  If you ordered Package 3 - you will receive your photos 10 days after your scheduled session. Please make sure email address is legible on your envelope. ALSO check your spam folder as well for the email...we find this especially happens with yahoo.com email addresses.  You will have instant access to download the high resolution photos and a copyright release.  If you plan on ordering online you should be good to go-We will not embed a copyright into the exif data.
2024 Christmas Session Packages -

Package 1- 15 minute session - Choice of 1 set- 4 Edited Digital photos - $275

Package 2- 20 minute session - Choice of 2 sets - All Edited Digital photos -$355

Package 3 - 25+ minute session - Choice of 3 sets - All Expedited Edited Digital photos-
Photos will be delivered in 10 days - Outfit Change $445 


2024 Christmas set options -

-Dreaming of a White Christmas Morning - Set in a beautiful bedroom surrounded by windows

our vintage brass bed with comfy white blanket and pillows. "Snow" peeking through the windows

makes this an amazing setting for Christmas morning inspired photos. SO versatile to bring your own

blankets to match Christmas pjs. Bring wrapped presents to unwrap or stockings filled with a early

Christmas treat to get amazing expressions from kiddos and for couples....Do not forget the mistletoe for

bedtime snuggles.

-The Night Before Christmas - In the corner of our "living room" Santa's sleigh silhouette shining in front of the night sky window. So much magic in this set! We will have a variety of Christmas books, wish list, a magical santa globe, and more.
-Lovely Weather for a Sleigh Ride together- A full sized vintage sleigh set amongst snowy trees. SO very excited for this amazing prop. Cute hats, coats, mittens! Lanterns to light the way! Santa's sack filled to the brim with gifts!
-Evergreen- A beautiful rich green backdrop with simplicity and touches of greenery peeking in a few scenes. This is going to be a beautiful option for setting the stage for amazing outfits and modern aesthetic.
-Made with Love Christmas Kitchen - Deep chestnut wood fully equipped and warmly decorated Christmas kitchen will set the stage for fun baking and interactive photos.
-North Pole Path - A little pathway into the magical North Pole will be an amazing set for children, families, or couples.
-Cozy Couch - A simple white couch with Christmas trees surrounding will be perfect for almost any outfit. From dressy family photos, Christmas pjs, to flannels.
-Rustic Wreath Wall - Warm barn wood adorned with assorted Wreaths. We will have a few extra wreaths, sign, small ladder, blanket, etc for props

DAY OF DEALS - PRINT PACKAGES and CUSTOM CHRISTMAS CARD DEALS

 (These offers can only be purchased the day of your session)


These packages are high quality* photo prints available for our seasonal mini session clients...Designed and personalized to be a part of your Holiday decor and also perfect for gifting!  Fast processing and shipping will ensure your photos are delivered right to your door in time for the Holidays. 
More information, prices, and designs will be given and displayed the day of your mini session.

Session Agreement


This agreement is made on this date by and between the ("Client"), the photographer ("Niki & Ellie Wallace, The Work of Wanderers"), and the property owner ("Roy Smith; The Servant's Oasis").
1. Acknowledgment of Risks
Client understands and acknowledges that participating in a photo session on the specified property may involve certain risks, including but not limited to personal injury, damage to personal property, or other unforeseeable risks. The Client willingly assumes these risks.
2. Release of Liability for Photographers
Client hereby releases, waives, and discharges the Photographer, its employees, agents, and contractors, from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action arising from or related to any loss, damage, or injury sustained by the Client during the photo session, including but not limited to incidents arising from:
  • Accidents occurring while posing, moving, or interacting with the environment.
  • The use of photography equipment or props.
3. Release of Liability for Property Owner
Client further acknowledges that the property where the photo session takes place is under the ownership or control of The Servant's Oasis ( a nonprofit organization); Roy Smith , and as such, agrees to release the Property Owner, their employees, agents, and contractors from any liability or claim related to any loss, injury, damage, or other incidents occurring on the property, including but not limited to:
  • Slips, falls, or other accidents on the premises.
  • Hazards that may be present on the property, such as uneven terrain, debris, or unsafe structures.
  • Any other dangers not immediately visible or known.
4. Assumption of Responsibility
Client assumes full responsibility for any injuries or damages incurred during the photo session and agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Photographer and Property Owner from any and all claims, damages, or expenses resulting from the Client's participation in the session.
5. Model Release
By signing this agreement, Client grants permission to the Photographer to use images from the photo session for promotional purposes, including but not limited to advertising, portfolio display, website galleries, and social media, without further compensation or notice.
6. Governing Law
This agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Pennsylvania

By confirming below, the Client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and voluntarily agree to all terms and conditions stated in this waiver and release form.


If you know - you can choose the day of the session if unknown

ie - Mom, Dad, Addie 5yr, Ellie 6 months