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Seasonal MINI SESSION
These seasonal MINI SESSIONS are 15-20 minute back-to-back sessions, at one location, on a specific date. Micro Mini sessions are for groups of 5 or less people, and are great for quick, updated portraits and some candid photos of your family or you and your love one.
After you book, you will be sent a Client guide with what to expect before, during, and after the session, as well as guidance on what to wear. Location subject to change based on availability.
With themes like Spring Minis, Mommy & Me Minis, Azaleas Minis, Peonies Minis, Sunflower Minis, Summer Minis, Fall Minis & Holidays Minis.
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next mini: valentine's day mini
January 31st-February 1st, 2026
Home studio-clarksburg, Maryland
These Valentine’s minis are all about connection and celebrating this season of life. Motherhood, childhood, growing families, or simply slowing down and being present with the people you love most.
You can use your Valentine's Day Mini Session for Children, Siblings, Besties, Cousins - please no more than 4 children unless they are siblings, Mommy & Me, Maternity (Mama only or with children), Headshots or Branding for one or two adults.
Includes
• Mini Shoot: 20 min session
• Full Gallery Final Images
• Print Release
$225
+tax
April, 2026
TBD montgomery county or surroundings, maryland
5pm-7pm
Mommy & Me Mini Session are a great way to celebrate Mom. These make great gifts (hint, dads! Or, get a session for your mom!) and have become a wonderful annual Mother's Day tradition.
Bring your little ones, your moms or you with your baby bump and let me capture that special connection that is motherhood.
Sessions will be 20 min long with a beautiful neutral set-up for a timeless feeling to suit all personalities.
Includes
• Mini Shoot: 20 min session
• 15 Completely Edited High-Resolution Images from to choose from an online Gallery
• Print Release
• Option to buy more images.
$275
(+ tax)
Azalea Garden Mini Session
April-MAY, 2026
Brookeville, maryland
4:30-6:30pm
Azaleas flowers only bloom once a year, giving us the opportunity to have this amazing natural background filled with beautiful colors. This session is perfect for a few updated family photos or just a few shots of your growing children!
Sessions will be 20 min long on a beautiful Azalea Garden in Brookeville, Maryland.
You can use this Mini Session for your mini family portraits, maternity, couple/engagement or individual portrait photo shoot.
Includes
• Mini Shoot: 20 min session
• 15 Completely Edited High-Resolution Images from to choose from an online Gallery
• Print Release
• Option to buy more images.
$300
+tax
sunflowers mini session
September, 2026
clarksburg, maryland
Sunflowers bloom for a short time each summer, creating a magical and vibrant setting that's perfect for photos. This once-a-year opportunity offers a stunning golden backdrop for capturing special memories.
Sessions will be 20 minutes long and take place in a beautiful sunflower field in MoCo, Maryland.
You can use your Sunflower Mini Session for updated family portraits, maternity, couple/engagement photos, or individual portraits.
Includes
• Mini Shoot: 20 min session
• 15 Completely Edited High-Resolution Images from to choose from an online Gallery
• Print Release
• Option to buy more images.
$275
+tax
OCTober-NOVEMBER, 2026
Moco & Frederick, maryland
4:30pm-6:00pm
Fall Mini Session are a great opportunity for Christmas Card photos or just a family or Couples photo update while the leaves are changing into the most amazing colors in beautiful Maryland.
These sessions focus on candid, lifestyle photography with plenty of natural interaction. I’ll capture you enjoying the beautiful fall setting, plus a few classic “everyone look at the camera” shots.
Includes
• Mini Shoot: 20 min session
• 10 Completely Edited High-Resolution Images from to choose from an online Gallery
• Print Release
• Option to buy more images.
$250
(+ tax)
Christmas Tree Farm Mini Session
November 2026
Mt. Airy & germantown, maryland
2:30-4:30pm
Come explore the beautiful rows of pines and capture timeless holiday memories. Perfect for updating family photos, celebrating your growing kids, or creating gorgeous holiday cards!
You can use Mini Sessions for your mini family, maternity, couple/engagement or individual portrait photo shoot.
Sessions will be 20 min long on the beautiful Butler's Orchard farm in Germantown.
includes
• Mini Shoot: 15 min session
• Full Gallery Edited High-Resolution Images (25+ images)
• Print Release
$275
(+ tax)
Studio holiday MINI SESSION
December, 2026
Location: My home studio in Clarksburg, Maryland
12:00pm-2:15pm
The studio is glowing with the warmth of the season with lush green Christmas trees, and a soft touch of festive charm everywhere you look. It’s the kind of space that instantly feels joyful, cozy, and full of wonder.
You can use Mini Sessions for your mini family, maternity, couple or individual portrait photo shoot or pet portrait. Up to 4 people or just kids if you have 2+ kids.
Includes
• 20-minute Christmas-themed studio session
• You’ll receive a gallery of 10+ images, no need to upgrade.
• Images delivered in both high-resolution (for printing) and web-size (for sharing)
$275
(+ tax)
Kind Words
Marianella is absolutely amazing start to finish. Super professional and fun to be with but most importantly she has a good eye for capturing the moment. Look no further! Her beautiful pictures show love, joy and spirit of the moment! Working with her was a wonderful experience! Thank you Marianella!
- Hania
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