It’s one of my favorite times of year: when the Christmas cards start filling my mailbox, and I hang them around the house! I love seeing the faces of people I love and care about, and how much children have grown up, every single year. I also find great joy in helping families capture that one special image that will grace their holiday cards!
This year, we held Holiday Mini Sessions, and they were a great success. I made the giant wreath myself, believe it or not, out of flexible pool noodles! It was the perfect way to make something on such a large scale, and made me think that from now on, I will always create home decor for my mini sessions! Okay, maybe not always. But I will certainly loved how this idea worked out, and the way it made for a simple and sweet backdrop.
We swapped the light backdrop out for a darker one for some photos, and all of my subjects were so lovely to work with. We had families, siblings, and yes, even a few furry friends join us, and we added a simple mini tree and greenery crowns for a little extra fun. These sorts of sessions always make my heart happy, because I get to see so many families all at once…truly spreading holiday cheer! I can’t wait to think up an idea for next year! Below are just some of my favorite images from this year’s minis!
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini sisters](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0001.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini sisters in fur hats](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0002.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini family in red plaid](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0003.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini brother and sister in red plaid](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0004.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini kids with their puppy](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0005.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini siblings](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0006.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini little girl with little christmas tree](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0007-684x1024.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini cool family in rock t shirts](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0008.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini mother and daughter christmas flower crown](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0009.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini Christmas crown](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0010.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini 10 year old boy holiday](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0015.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini 8 year old girl holiday](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0016-684x1024.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini Christmas Crown](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0011.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini sisters photo](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0012.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini suspenders and hat](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0018.jpg)
![Long Island Christmas Card Mini mini christmas tree](https://lesliereneephotography.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/05-4590-post/New-York-Christmas-Card-Mini_0019.jpg)