A cozy light and bright mini session was not planned. This year was a bit different. I didn’t do a full weekend or even one full day of holiday mini sessions like I usually do. Like this session here. My scheduled filled up fast before I had a chance to put aside a specific day for holiday minis.

But lucky for me, I was still able to squeeze a few mini session in for some lovely client families. I didn’t have to miss out on that holiday cheer all together, and I was able to capture this time of year for them despite the hustle and bustle.

I kept the set minimal and bright and let the subjects exude cheer. It’s all about the people anyway. And I got to use my adorable 3 foot stuffed gnome that I had no business buying in the first place LOL. Isn’t he adorable!

Enjoy these super cute Christmas mini photos and I hope you have and your families have a wonderful and joyful holiday season.

Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis gnome
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis dog on the bed
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis family dog
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis tweens
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis bed and pajamas
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis lying down pose
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis playful
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis brother and sister
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis toddler
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis christmas decor
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis cheek kisses
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis couch pose
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis with mom and dad
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis sofa
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis little girl
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis family of three
Long Island Studio Minimal Holikday Minis christmas card
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Leslie Levine

@leslielevinephotography

Portrait Photographer with over thirteen years of experience creating natural breezy heartfelt portraits of families and couples.
  • Moms... these photos will be the ones your kids keep forever. 

If we haven’t met yet, hi hello — my name is Leslie Levine 🤍

I’m the photographer behind Leslie Levine Photography, and for the past 13 years I’ve been helping families capture the little moments that pass by way too quickly.

What started as photographing my own kids turned into something much bigger… a business built around creating natural, breezy, heartfelt family photos that actually feel like you.

My goal during every session is simple:
✨ keep it relaxed
✨ let kids be themselves
✨ capture the real connection that makes your family yours

You don’t have to have perfect outfits.
Your kids don’t have to sit perfectly still.
And dad definitely doesn’t have to love photos for us to create something beautiful.

If you’re a mom who knows how fast these years are flying by, I share:

📷 session prep tips
🤍 what to wear for photos
🌿 location ideas around Long Island
✨ and ways to make family photos feel natural instead of forced

Follow along for family photo inspiration and behind the scenes of my sessions.

And if you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos this year…

Comment “FAMILY” and I’ll send you the details for booking a portrait session.
  • It’s how I stop and smell the roses.
.
It’s how I put an exclamation point on a moment.
.
It’s how I cement a memory. 
.
It’s my love language. 
.
#takethephoto #longislandphotographer #lovelanguage
  • If we haven’t met yet, hi hello — my name is Leslie Levine 🤍

I’m the photographer behind Leslie Levine Photography, and for the past 13 years I’ve been helping families capture the little moments that pass by way too quickly.

What started as photographing my own kids turned into something much bigger… a business built around creating natural, breezy, heartfelt family photos that actually feel like you.

My goal during every session is simple:
✨ keep it relaxed
✨ let kids be themselves
✨ capture the real connection that makes your family yours

You don’t have to have perfect outfits.
Your kids don’t have to sit perfectly still.
And dad definitely doesn’t have to love photos for us to create something beautiful.

If you’re a mom who knows how fast these years are flying by, I share:

📷 session prep tips
🤍 what to wear for photos
🌿 location ideas around Long Island
✨ and ways to make family photos feel natural instead of forced

Follow along for family photo inspiration and behind the scenes of my sessions.

And if you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos this year…

Comment “FAMILY” and I’ll send you the details for booking a portrait session.
  • Theres a few things I absolutely DO NOT tolerate as a family photographer... 

Trying to make everything “perfect”
Perfect outfits, perfect smiles, perfect kids… it’s just not real life. The moments you’ll actually love are the messy, genuine, in-between ones.

Forcing kids to behave or perform
They don’t need to sit still or smile on command for me. I’d much rather let them be themselves and meet them where they’re at.

Rushing through the session
This isn’t something to squeeze in and get over with. Slow down, be present, enjoy your people. That’s when the best moments happen.

Leaving your photos on your phone
These memories deserve more than a screen. Print them, hang them, make them part of your everyday life.

Thinking these are “just photos”
This season won’t last forever. The way they hold your hand, the way they look at you… that’s the stuff you’ll want to remember.

At the end of the day, it’s not about perfect photos, it’s about your real life and the people you love 🤍
  • If we haven’t met yet, hi hello — my name is Leslie Levine 🤍

I’m the photographer behind Leslie Levine Photography, and for the past 13 years I’ve been helping families capture the little moments that pass by way too quickly.

What started as photographing my own kids turned into something much bigger… a business built around creating natural, breezy, heartfelt family photos that actually feel like you.

My goal during every session is simple:
✨ keep it relaxed
✨ let kids be themselves
✨ capture the real connection that makes your family yours

You don’t have to have perfect outfits.
Your kids don’t have to sit perfectly still.
And dad definitely doesn’t have to love photos for us to create something beautiful.

If you’re a mom who knows how fast these years are flying by, I share:

📷 session prep tips
🤍 what to wear for photos
🌿 location ideas around Long Island
✨ and ways to make family photos feel natural instead of forced

Follow along for family photo inspiration and behind the scenes of my sessions.

And if you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos this year…

Comment “JOY" and i'll message you to share some more info!
Moms... these photos will be the ones your kids keep forever. If we haven’t met yet, hi hello — my name is Leslie Levine 🤍 I’m the photographer behind Leslie Levine Photography, and for the past 13 years I’ve been helping families capture the little moments that pass by way too quickly. What started as photographing my own kids turned into something much bigger… a business built around creating natural, breezy, heartfelt family photos that actually feel like you. My goal during every session is simple: ✨ keep it relaxed ✨ let kids be themselves ✨ capture the real connection that makes your family yours You don’t have to have perfect outfits. Your kids don’t have to sit perfectly still. And dad definitely doesn’t have to love photos for us to create something beautiful. If you’re a mom who knows how fast these years are flying by, I share: 📷 session prep tips 🤍 what to wear for photos 🌿 location ideas around Long Island ✨ and ways to make family photos feel natural instead of forced Follow along for family photo inspiration and behind the scenes of my sessions. And if you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos this year… Comment “FAMILY” and I’ll send you the details for booking a portrait session.
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It’s how I stop and smell the roses. . It’s how I put an exclamation point on a moment. . It’s how I cement a memory. . It’s my love language. . #takethephoto #longislandphotographer #lovelanguage
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If we haven’t met yet, hi hello — my name is Leslie Levine 🤍 I’m the photographer behind Leslie Levine Photography, and for the past 13 years I’ve been helping families capture the little moments that pass by way too quickly. What started as photographing my own kids turned into something much bigger… a business built around creating natural, breezy, heartfelt family photos that actually feel like you. My goal during every session is simple: ✨ keep it relaxed ✨ let kids be themselves ✨ capture the real connection that makes your family yours You don’t have to have perfect outfits. Your kids don’t have to sit perfectly still. And dad definitely doesn’t have to love photos for us to create something beautiful. If you’re a mom who knows how fast these years are flying by, I share: 📷 session prep tips 🤍 what to wear for photos 🌿 location ideas around Long Island ✨ and ways to make family photos feel natural instead of forced Follow along for family photo inspiration and behind the scenes of my sessions. And if you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos this year… Comment “FAMILY” and I’ll send you the details for booking a portrait session.
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Theres a few things I absolutely DO NOT tolerate as a family photographer... Trying to make everything “perfect” Perfect outfits, perfect smiles, perfect kids… it’s just not real life. The moments you’ll actually love are the messy, genuine, in-between ones. Forcing kids to behave or perform They don’t need to sit still or smile on command for me. I’d much rather let them be themselves and meet them where they’re at. Rushing through the session This isn’t something to squeeze in and get over with. Slow down, be present, enjoy your people. That’s when the best moments happen. Leaving your photos on your phone These memories deserve more than a screen. Print them, hang them, make them part of your everyday life. Thinking these are “just photos” This season won’t last forever. The way they hold your hand, the way they look at you… that’s the stuff you’ll want to remember. At the end of the day, it’s not about perfect photos, it’s about your real life and the people you love 🤍
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If we haven’t met yet, hi hello — my name is Leslie Levine 🤍 I’m the photographer behind Leslie Levine Photography, and for the past 13 years I’ve been helping families capture the little moments that pass by way too quickly. What started as photographing my own kids turned into something much bigger… a business built around creating natural, breezy, heartfelt family photos that actually feel like you. My goal during every session is simple: ✨ keep it relaxed ✨ let kids be themselves ✨ capture the real connection that makes your family yours You don’t have to have perfect outfits. Your kids don’t have to sit perfectly still. And dad definitely doesn’t have to love photos for us to create something beautiful. If you’re a mom who knows how fast these years are flying by, I share: 📷 session prep tips 🤍 what to wear for photos 🌿 location ideas around Long Island ✨ and ways to make family photos feel natural instead of forced Follow along for family photo inspiration and behind the scenes of my sessions. And if you’ve been thinking about updating your family photos this year… Comment “JOY" and i'll message you to share some more info!
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