It's almost Fall! The beautiful time of year when the kids are back to schoolwork, the leaves are changing, and there's that slight chill at night. Soon, we will swap sweat and sunscreen for sweaters and pumpkin everything. It's my favorite time of year.  I'm looking forward to change of seasons and holiday family times to come.

Enter, the family portrait. 

Yep, it's that time of year again.

Really, you have two choices.

You can go to the mall, to a one size fits all portrait studio. You can rush around like a madwoman, trying to match everyone's outfits even though you're not really sure what to wear, so you do your best to figure it out. It's what the poster looks like, right? You argue with your husband the morning beforehand, begging him to please just take a nice photo so you can send it to family for the holidays. You try bribing the kids with little success, they know that this is important to you and somehow, they are using it against you to try to get the things they know they don't usually get. Stinkers. 

You arrive to the mall, everyone is in a bad mood, and you're trying to corral everyone into the studio while they beg to go to the Disney Store instead. Shoot, the baby's headband was left at home. We're already running late, there's no replacing it now. The toddler somehow found some chocolate in the backseat (ew) and it is now everywhere, so you're digging through the diaper bag as you're walking, trying to corral the littles, to find some wipes. Your husband is already annoyed, and the stress levels for EVERYONE are rising faster and faster, until you finally arrive at the studio - frazzled and frustrated. Some family members have frowns, some are crying, some are covered in chocolate, and you just realized you have a hole in the bottom of your dress. 

You TRY to take a nice photo, but everyone is pretty much pissed off at this point, and the photographer's goal is to get you in and out as fast as possible. After all, there are several other families waiting for their turn in front of the lens, and they're all just as pissed off as your family, if not more.

Sounds fun right? 

Choice two: 

A custom photography session with a photographer that isn't just trying to rush you in and out of a studio, but takes their time getting to know your family even before your session. Where your kids are laughing, so the photos are natural. A session that is so custom that you even have help planning your outfits. It is so much fun that the time flies by, and your husband is thrilled that it didn't take hours or arguments. Your photos are carefully edited and delivered to you, no instant pressure to choose while everyone is already melting down.  You see the photos of your family, they are unique to you and the joy that you share, and you know that these moments are fleeting. After all, it was just yesterday that these little ones were clinging to you for everything, and now they're running around together. You know that these photos are priceless, and that nothing will ever replace this time with your family, or these memories.

Which would you choose?

If you have only ever experienced the first scenario, and maybe don't feel ready for a fully custom session, fall mini sessions are perfect for you.  Mini sessions are a great way to experience custom photography for the first time, or to get a quick update to family photos for the holidays. We pick a gorgeous location, a time that suits your family, and I'll help you prepare for your session, from outfits to how to help everyone have a great time. 

This year we will have 3 outdoor mini session options, in the Mountains (near Lake Dillon), Denver, and Ft Collins. There are a lot of options, and I'm sure you'll find the perfect one for your family. 

Mini Sessions are $275 and include a 30 minute session filled with fun and no pressure, and 10-12 edited digital images with a print release. Holiday Cards & Prints are available separately.

READY TO BOOK??  HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO DO!

1. Look through the dates and locations below.

2. Click the corresponding link

3. Choose your time and reserve your spot. 

4. Put $25 down to save your space (Square, check, and cash are all options- I will email you an invoice when I get your reservation)

Exact location will be decided 2 weeks before sessions and sent to participant's emails.

Please email me at Kim@brinkstreetphotography.com or call/text me (970)227.4927 if you have ANY questions. 

A $25 deposit is required to hold your time.

Once you book, I’ll send you an invoice for  to reserve your space.  I can’t wait to hear from you!

New for the 2016 Fall and Holiday Season: Half Sessions

If none of the above dates work for you, or if you have a special location in mind, but you still would like a mini-style session, this year I am offering half sessions as an alternative option. 45 minutes, on the day of your choosing, with 20-25 digital images. Half Session cost is $400.

This is a great option if you aren't ready for a completely customized session yet. Email me at kim@brinkstreetphotography.com for more info and availability.