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Mini Sessions 2025

Modesto Mini Sessions
$150 - 8 photos
15 minutes

"I only want a few photos"
"My kids won't handle a full hour"
"We just don't have a lot of free time"
"My husband hates pictures" 

If this is you, you have come to the right place! 

Your modesto family Photography

My husband and I had to wait several years before we became parents. I know this isn't everyone's story, but that need to wait really put into perspective how short-lived the childhood years really are.  We have absolutely cherished being parents, and have marveled at their little details--the pudgy hands, the joyful shrieks, the emerging personalities. But that being said, we are absolutely not immune to the daily grind.  As they say, the days seem to go so incredibly slowly, but we are in shock that after years of living in survival mode, our kids are already in their 6th year, and we are left wondering where all that time went!  Their details change almost imperceptibly, until one day, your phone shows you photos from one year ago, and you realize just how little they really were!  Take it from me, and make sure you get photos before that baby pudge is completely gone and you are left with a KID! :) 

IT'S TRUE WHAT THEY SAY-THE YEARS REALLY DO GO FAST, EVEN IF THE DAYS MAY SOMETIMES FEEL LONG. 

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Experience

The first step is to hit that contact button. I will send you more information and help to guide you through your family session! 

1. Say Hello

CONTACT

2. Sign your Contract + Pay Your Retainer

Once you have decided to book, I will send you a contract and a short questionnaire. When you pay your non-refundable retainer fee (that will go towards the total cost of your session), you are officially official! I will send you an email to confirm, and we will keep in touch as we get closer to your session! 

Once I receive your questionnairre, that will help me know exactly what you are looking for.  I can also help you curate a wardrobe by sending you a wardrobe guide and answer any questions you may have! 

3. Wardrobe & Location Planning

Family sessions take place about 1.5-2 hours before sunset to get that lovely evening glow.  I will show up a few minutes early to your location, scout out the best spots, and when you arrive, I will meet you and walk you to where we will be going.  I like to give you light guidance into placement, and also encourage activities and games with the little ones to help them feel relaxed and having fun.  Personally, I love grabbing lots of candid photos while also, of course, some posed photos that you can use for your wall and for Christmas cards! 

4. let's shoot!

I will send your photos within three weeks, with the option to order prints and albums and even Christmas-cards directly from your gallery.  These are professional and beautiful!  You will also be able to download your gallery for your own personal use.  

5. your photographs

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The

Process

heirloom artwork • priceless

Collections from $150

Can you take these photos with your IPhone? Of course, but if you are wanting ART, you have come to the right place!  Mini sessions take place about twice a year and are $150 while a full session starts at $450 and can be done any time of the year.  

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"Shayna is an amazing photographer! She's willing to work with my suggestions, but isn't afraid to offer her opinions and we always come away with beautiful pictures. She's captured a lot of really touching family moments over the years. We love working with Shayna and recommend her to everyone. Plus she is a really awesome person as well. Makes taking pictures with her a joy."

Oakdale, CA

Ellie

"If you are on the fence about taking pictures with Shayna...take the plunge! She is amazing to work with! She is kind, helps you feel relaxed, is easy to work with, takes beautiful pictures, and is an all around wonderful person. I highly recommend Shayna for all your picture needs. She understands the craziness of kids and family life too. Call her and get scheduled! I love the pictures she took for me."

Modesto, CA

Sarah

"Shayna is so fun to work with! Her sessions are very casual, family oriented, and natural. My husband said that working with her was the first time that he had fun taking pictures. We love our photos and definitely recommend working with Shayna!"

Modesto, CA

Jessica

These photos, and our experience with Shayna, allowed us to give way to the fleeting moments and the tale as old as time, and instead, LIVE. Live with the knowledge that our life right here and now is tender and special and messy and loved. We are thankful to treasure it. And preserve it. And live it. ❤️
-Dana M.


Modesto, CA

Dana M. 

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