2026 Raleigh Mini Sessions


FALL MINI SESSIONS

&

HOLIDAY / CHRISTMAS MINI SESSIONS


an all inclusive mini session experience for families in the Raleigh, NC area

Happy family with redhead mom kissing toddler boy held by smiling dad outdoors under green tree - Raleigh NC family photography

Simple, All-Inclusive Photography Mini Sessions

no confusing packages,

no choosing favorites,

no surprise costs after your session.


Just a relaxed experience,

and all the images you love.


peak fall art museum minis

Friday, November 13th | Evening Sessions

Saturday, November 14th |  Morning & Evening Sessions


NC Museum of Art, Raleigh


15 minutes, 35+ photos

$325 + tax


This location is easily accessible and stroller friendly.

Leashed furry friends welcome!


Raleigh Fall Family Foliage Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
A couple smiles intimately outdoors, woman in white knit dress, man in navy polo, holding hands in a sunlit field.
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
A smiling man holds a young blond toddler boy outdoors in a sunny field with trees in the background.
Blonde woman in white dress holding smiling baby boy in khaki pants outdoors in a sunny field.
A cheerful toddler boy in a striped sweater and jeans runs outdoors in a sunny autumn field.
A family of four with two toddlers enjoys a warm outdoor moment, parents holding children in a sunlit field.
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Family Foliage Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
A couple smiles intimately outdoors, woman in white knit dress, man in navy polo, holding hands in a sunlit field.
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds
A smiling man holds a young blond toddler boy outdoors in a sunny field with trees in the background.
Blonde woman in white dress holding smiling baby boy in khaki pants outdoors in a sunny field.
A cheerful toddler boy in a striped sweater and jeans runs outdoors in a sunny autumn field.
A family of four with two toddlers enjoys a warm outdoor moment, parents holding children in a sunlit field.
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at the NC Art Museum Grounds

peak folaige

fall minis



Sunday, November 1st | Morning & Evening Sessions

Saturday, November 7th | Afternoon & Evening Sessions


Historic Oak View Park, Raleigh


15 minutes, 35+ photos

$325 + tax


This location is easily accessible and stroller friendly.

Leashed furry friends welcome!


Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Two girls joyfully tossing autumn leaves in a backyard surrounded by colorful fall foliage on a warm day. Raleigh Fall Mini Session
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Young girl in purple floral dress sitting on stone wall surrounded by colorful autumn foliage.
Two young girls in purple and mint tops pose back-to-back on a tree-lined path during autumn.
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026 - Foliage Sessions
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Two girls joyfully tossing autumn leaves in a backyard surrounded by colorful fall foliage on a warm day. Raleigh Fall Mini Session
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Young girl in purple floral dress sitting on stone wall surrounded by colorful autumn foliage.
Two young girls in purple and mint tops pose back-to-back on a tree-lined path during autumn.
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026 - Foliage Sessions
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026
Raleigh Fall Mini Session at Historic Oak View Park - 2026

tobacco barn Christmas minis


November 15th | Afternoon Sessions


The House on Barber Mill, Clayton, NC

15 minutes, 35+ photos

$295 + tax


Meet us in front of the tobacco barn on the House on Barber Mill grounds for picture perfect holiday photos.


This location is easily accessible and stroller friendly.

Leashed furry friends welcome!


Rustic wooden barn with vintage green sofa, Christmas mini session in Clayton, NC booking for 2026.
Family of three with black dog posing on outdoor sofa beside rustic barn with Christmas wreath and gifts.
Young girl in red plaid dress sitting on sofa with Christmas wreath backdrop, smiling for holiday portrait.
Christmas portraits Clayton, NC mini sessions booking for 2026.
Two women sitting on a vintage sofa outdoors by a rustic barn with a Christmas wreath and gift boxes.
Black German Shepherd dog wearing a bandana sits on a green vintage sofa outdoors near a rustic wooden barn.
Christmas mini session in Clayton, NC booking for 2026.
Christmas mini session in Clayton, NC booking for 2026.
Black German Shepherd dog sitting on vintage green sofa outdoors near rustic barn with holiday wreath and wrapped gifts.
Family of three posing outdoors in holiday attire under oak tree, girl in plaid dress stands by parents in festive green and white.
Christmas wreath with red berries and green ornaments hanging on a rustic wooden wall.
Pet friendly Raleigh Photographer for Christmas mini sessions.
Young girl wearing a red tartan plaid dress with green buttons, posing outdoors under a tree.
Rustic wooden barn with vintage green sofa, Christmas mini session in Clayton, NC booking for 2026.
Family of three with black dog posing on outdoor sofa beside rustic barn with Christmas wreath and gifts.
Young girl in red plaid dress sitting on sofa with Christmas wreath backdrop, smiling for holiday portrait.
Christmas portraits Clayton, NC mini sessions booking for 2026.
Two women sitting on a vintage sofa outdoors by a rustic barn with a Christmas wreath and gift boxes.
Black German Shepherd dog wearing a bandana sits on a green vintage sofa outdoors near a rustic wooden barn.
Christmas mini session in Clayton, NC booking for 2026.
Christmas mini session in Clayton, NC booking for 2026.
Black German Shepherd dog sitting on vintage green sofa outdoors near rustic barn with holiday wreath and wrapped gifts.
Family of three posing outdoors in holiday attire under oak tree, girl in plaid dress stands by parents in festive green and white.
Christmas wreath with red berries and green ornaments hanging on a rustic wooden wall.
Pet friendly Raleigh Photographer for Christmas mini sessions.
Young girl wearing a red tartan plaid dress with green buttons, posing outdoors under a tree.

Christmas Tree  Minis


Saturday, November 21st | Afternoon Sessions


Brooke's Fresh Cut Flower Farm | Goldsboro

15 minutes, 35+ photos

$325 + tax


This location is easily accessible and stroller friendly.

Sorry, please leave furry friends home per the farm rules.

photos coming soon

 


the Santa igloo experience

November 28th, 10 AM-3 PM


Santa's Igloo, Fenton, Cary, NC


10 minutes, 35+ photos

$255 + tax


An experience for the families who don’t like to rush the Christmas joy... because the magic isn't in just meeting Santa - it's in the moments they will share together.



Bring your Christmas lists, a favorite holiday story to read together, share your favorite Christmas song… here in Santa's igloo, your kiddos lead the way.


Sorry, please leave furry friends home for this one!


Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions
A young girl hugs Santa Claus sitting on a white throne chair with red cushions during a Christmas photo session.
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos
Family of five posing in front of red Christmas trees in festive holiday outfits outdoors.
Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
Crying toddler in red dress sits on floor during Santa Claus photo session in Cary, NC at Fenton.
Santa, Raleigh NC area Christmas photos
Young girl sits on Santa Claus's lap in a white throne chair surrounded by Christmas decorations.
Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
First photos with Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Crying toddler in red dress sits on floor before Santa Claus on white throne beside decorated Christmas tree.
Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
Young girl in plaid dress sitting on Santa Claus lap during a festive Christmas photo session in Cary, NC
First photos with Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a young boy
First photos with Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Family of five posing for a Christmas photo in front of red holiday trees, wearing festive outfits.
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a family
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a young girl
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a young girl
Child sits with Santa Claus on ornate white throne surrounded by red and white Christmas trees and gifts in festive dome.
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions
Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions
A young girl hugs Santa Claus sitting on a white throne chair with red cushions during a Christmas photo session.
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos
Family of five posing in front of red Christmas trees in festive holiday outfits outdoors.
Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
Crying toddler in red dress sits on floor during Santa Claus photo session in Cary, NC at Fenton.
Santa, Raleigh NC area Christmas photos
Young girl sits on Santa Claus's lap in a white throne chair surrounded by Christmas decorations.
Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
First photos with Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Crying toddler in red dress sits on floor before Santa Claus on white throne beside decorated Christmas tree.
Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC in Santa's Igloo - meet and greet with Santa - kid's Christmas Events
Young girl in plaid dress sitting on Santa Claus lap during a festive Christmas photo session in Cary, NC
First photos with Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a young boy
First photos with Santa - Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Family of five posing for a Christmas photo in front of red holiday trees, wearing festive outfits.
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a family
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a young girl
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions in Cary, NC for holiday Christmas photos- holiday card portrait of a young girl
Child sits with Santa Claus on ornate white throne surrounded by red and white Christmas trees and gifts in festive dome.
Fenton, NC Photos with Santa 2026 mini sessions

frequently asked questions:

When will my gallery be delivered?

All galleries are delivered via email within 2 weeks from your session date.

Do I have to choose or purchase images separately?

Nope! I keep things simple around here. Your mini session fee covers everything—no picking favorites, no upselling, no per-photo pricing.

After our session, you’ll receive a gallery of all the best images, fully edited and ready to enjoy. Easy, transparent, and stress-free- just the way capturing family memories should be.

How many images will I receive?

Each mini session gallery includes all of the best images from our session. While the exact number varies depending on the session, I never cap or withhold strong images - if it’s a great photo, it’s included. You can typically expect a minimum of 35+ photos from a 15 minute mini session.

Are the images fully edited?

Yes, every image included in your gallery is fully edited & delivered high-resolution and ready to download, share, and print.

What if there is bad weather on my selected date?

I always keep a close eye on the forecast leading up to our time together. If there is bad weather forecasted (rain, snow, etc.) I will reach out the day prior to our session with the option to reschedule your session.

Jessie of Jessie Peloso Photography (a Raleigh and Clayton family photographer) holding her camera on her shoulder and smiling.
ABOUT YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER

I'm a Raleigh photographer who loves making sessions a fun and interactive experience to capture the most authentic you.


Crazy kiddos and husbands

who don't exactly love photo sessions are my specialty - (I've got one of each at home!)

A Raleigh photographer, Jessie Peloso Photography, stands with her camera taking a photo
A Raleigh family photographer stands with her camera in a garden, wearing a white and blue dress.

KIND WORDS

KIND WORDS

“Jessie is a true professional with an exceptional eye for detail and the sweetest soul.

She shot our newborn pictures last year and we booked her again for family photos this fall. Both experiences were phenomenal and the images were stunning. I highly recommend her services for anyone looking for high-quality photography. We will be using her for many years to come.”