limited edition fall mini sessions in columbia, sc
The Holiday Card Session Event
brought to you exclusively by nicole watford photography
The complete mini session experience for you to update your family photos, order holiday cards, and even check gifting off your to-do list… without adding anything extra to your already-full plate.
Embrace a less-stressful holiday season & give yourself more time to enjoy the things that matter.
You love updating your family photos every fall—
It’s the perfect way to mark time, and an easy way to get a nice pic for your holiday card.
(for a busy mom like you, that’s a win-win!)
But even though it *feels* like you’re getting a two-for one, past experience tells you this also comes with extra to-dos on your list:
- planning coordinating outfits for your crew
- managing all the feelings the day of the session
- narrowing down a gallery of options to *the best* one
and then, once you’ve done all that, let’s not forget:
- scrolling through 15,483 card options to choose your favorite (& let’s not forget making sure *the* photo fits the design…)
- checking your list twice to make sure you order enough cards
- finding time for the whole stuffing & addressing & stamping & mailing process
- Oh, and bonus points for getting a few favorites printed for the grandparents… & yourself… & finding a frame for those…
(
Do you feel tired just thinking about all that? Same. 🤪)
You’ve got so much on your plate already—and you wish someone else could handle some of it for once.
(I mean, there’s gotta be a better way, right? …Bueller?)
And also, your kids are only this age once.
(Not to add a guilt trip to the mix, but #facts.)
You want to enjoy the holiday season, but all those *extra* things end up adding stress to an already-busy season.
Even if you plan ahead.
Even when you set all the good intentions.
And this year, you don’t want to feel grumpy, stressed, or even resentful. want it to be different:
This year, you want to feel more present & truly savor the season with your family.
So this year, what if you could:
- Check family photos off your list, AND order your holiday cards… all at the same time?
- Work with someone who is uniquely skilled in helping you & your family feel comfortable in front of the camera.
- Know that no matter what mood your kids are in, you’re working with a pro who can handle anything?
- Get beautiful, updated photos of your family that you’ll be excited to gift and display?
… And know someone else is taking care of all this 
for you, even before your Thanksgiving turkey hits the table?
introducing…
The 2024 Holiday Card Session Event
Sunday, October 20th, 2024
Downtown Columbia, SC
The only complete fall mini session experience in Columbia, SC where you can update your family photos, order holiday cards, & even purchase meaningful photo gifts… without having to do it all yourself.
Rest assured, you’ll have a pro walking you through every step of the process (to help make sure nothing gets pushed to the back burner).
Then, you can sit back & relax, knowing you’re already WAY ahead of the game with your holiday to-do list!
Your experience includes:
(because you deserve more than just a gallery of digital files)
The process
Reserve your spot
Choose an available time spot that works for your family, then pay your session fee & sign the contract to officially reserve your spot!
Then, check your inbox for your confirmation email & Mini Session Welcome Guide!
Get ready
Let the planning begin! Your Welcome Guide includes all my best tips & tricks to help you get ready for your session.
You’ll also receive a pre-session questionnaire, which will help me get to know your family & personalize your experience!
make memories
Session day is here! I know exactly how to get what we need in the time we have together, even if the kids need time to warm up to the camera. 😊
During your virtual reveal session, I’ll guide you through choosing your favorite images, finalizing your cards, & ordering any optional upgrades.
"Nicole will always be our go-to for photos."
She is always professional, prepared, & extremely patient with our little ones! I also love that she's able to make all of us feel comfortable in front of the camera. The photos she takes are precious AND flattering… which may seem silly, but is important to me! She is absolutely wonderful, & she'll definitely be our photographer for life!
Mandy Dizes
The Investment
Your Holiday Card Mini Session Experience
- 25 minute session + a personalized reveal session & ordering appointment ($399 value)
- 25 holiday cards from our curated collection, plus full envelope address printing ($99 value)
- Two matted 5x7 prints, plus the matching digital images ($199 value)
- Additional collections available à la carte
$697 value
for only
$395
plus tax
To provide you with the best service and keep product turnaround times fast, only offering 6 spots for these limited edition sessions.
the Collections
These optional collections will be available for you to purchase during your reveal session after you see your proofing gallery. Prices are in addition to the session fee.
Collection One
25 additional cards (50 total)
+3 digital images (5 total)
$295
Collection Two
25 additional cards (50 total)
3 additional matted prints
+8 digital images (10 total)
$495
Collection three
50 additional cards (75 total)
custom-framed 8x10 print
+13 digital images (15 total)
$795
Collection Four
50 additional cards (75 total)
8x8 linen album
+20 digital images
$995
à la carte
25 additional cards ................ $99
Matted prints ................ $99 each
Digital images ................ $75 each
Custom-framed wall art ... starting at $400
Reserve Your SEssion
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Questions others have asked before booking:
Absolutely! Nicole is an efficient shooter, and we may be finished even sooner than that! We also plan to have an assistant on-site to help you look through all the different upgrade options after your session.
These sessions are intended to be for just one family/ family unit. If you would like to add additional family members (such as grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins), we recommend booking two back to back session spots, or reaching out to us about scheduling a full, custom session!
Your session fee includes 2 digital images along with your products. Additional print & digital collections are available if you would like to purchase more favorites!
We’ll schedule a virtual reveal session within the week after your session. This is when you’ll view your images for the first time, and Nicole will walk you through selecting your favorite images! Once you’ve chosen your favorites (and you’ve completed payment on any upgrade options), we’ll complete a master retouch on each one and deliver your final digital gallery within 10 business days. Then, we’ll place the order for your products!
Nope, not at all! You may have exactly what you need with what’s included in your session fee. Any upgrade options do not need to be finalized until your reveal session when you select your images!
Because holiday cards are time sensitive, and we want to ensure you get them back in a timely manner, all image selections & upgrades must be completed within one week of your session to ensure delivery before Thanksgiving. We’ll share more details about this through the process, so don’t worry… we’ll keep ya informed! 😉
Only the images you choose and purchase after your session will be backed up and stored. We recommend that all decision-making parties be involved in the selection process!
In the event of rain, there is a beautiful covered porch at the Robert Mills House, which is directly across the road from Hampton-Preston, so regardless of the weather, we’ll still be able to have our mini sessions!
The goal for these photos is for them to be cherished by your family for years to come, so please dress your family in what feels the most like you. You can also grab our 5 stress-free style tips guide below to help guide you!
