Now Booking

Holiday Mini Sessions
Are Here

Big laughs, little snuggles, stress-free holiday photos.

See Locations & Book →

Fifteen minutes, done right.

You don’t need an all-day production to get photos that actually feel like your family. You need fifteen focused minutes, a great location, and someone who knows how to catch real moments instead of chasing perfect ones.

That’s exactly what a mini session is. No forced smiles, no meltdown-inducing marathon shoots. Just real moments, wiggly toddlers and too-cool teens alike, and a handful of images you’ll actually want on your wall.

01

Pick Your Spot

Choose your location below. Once you click, you’ll head straight to booking for that spot’s available dates and times.

02

The Session

Fifteen minutes of playful, candid direction. No stiff posing, no meltdown-inducing marathon.

03

Your Gallery

Delivered quickly, so you’ll have your favorites in hand well before the holiday cards need to go out.

Choose Your Location

Six favorite Sarasota spots. Pick the one that feels like your family, then choose your date and time on the booking calendar.

$275
Only 3 Spots Left

Siesta Key

World-famous powdery white sand and golden hour light over the Gulf. A classic for a reason. Sunrise and sunset dates available.

See Dates & Book

Phillippi Estate Park

Historic banyan trees and lush greenery for a softer, storybook feel.

See Dates & Book
Sold Out

Celery Fields

Golden marshland, wide open sky, and boardwalk views. All dates for this location are booked.

Sold Out
Extremely Limited

Red Truck Ranch, Myakka

A private ranch, holiday styling, and a vintage red truck. Our most festive, most requested spot — this one goes fast.

See Dates & Book

Urfer Family Park

Easygoing green space with room to run, welcoming for wiggly toddlers, active kids, and teens alike.

See Dates & Book
Sold Out

Sarasota Bayfront

Downtown skyline meets open water, a little urban, a little coastal, entirely Sarasota. All dates for this location are booked.

Sold Out

The Details

  • 15-minute mini session
  • Choose 5 digital images from a gallery of 10–15 photos
  • Additional ordering packages available
  • Sessions do sell out. Book early!
  • Session fee is due at booking and secures your date
$275
Questions? Check the Holiday Mini Session FAQs

Why Families Keep Coming Back

“She was a wiz with the kids, picked the most beautiful locations, and gave us magical pics. Can’t recommend Michaela highly enough!”— April

“We love the different themes she offers, especially during Christmas time. She is very personable and makes you feel very comfortable during the sessions, in addition to taking the most precious photos!”— Debbie

Want a Full Session Instead?

Prefer something outside the mini format? I offer full custom family sessions outside of Holiday Mini season too.

Ask About Full Sessions
Questions? Email ristainophotography@gmail.com or call/text 941-957-8088

Now Booking

Holiday Mini Sessions
Are Here

Big laughs, little snuggles, stress-free holiday photos.

See Locations & Book →

Fifteen minutes, done right.

You don’t need an all-day production to get photos that actually feel like your family. You need fifteen focused minutes, a great location, and someone who knows how to catch real moments instead of chasing perfect ones.

That’s exactly what a mini session is. No forced smiles, no meltdown-inducing marathon shoots. Just real moments, wiggly toddlers and too-cool teens alike, and a handful of images you’ll actually want on your wall.

01

Pick Your Spot

Choose your location below. Once you click, you’ll head straight to booking for that spot’s available dates and times.

02

The Session

Fifteen minutes of playful, candid direction. No stiff posing, no meltdown-inducing marathon.

03

Your Gallery

Delivered quickly, so you’ll have your favorites in hand well before the holiday cards need to go out.

Choose Your Location

Six favorite Sarasota spots. Pick the one that feels like your family, then choose your date and time on the booking calendar.

$275
Only 3 Spots Left

Siesta Key

World-famous powdery white sand and golden hour light over the Gulf. A classic for a reason. Sunrise and sunset dates available.

See Dates & Book

Phillippi Estate Park

Historic banyan trees and lush greenery for a softer, storybook feel.

See Dates & Book
Sold Out

Celery Fields

Golden marshland, wide open sky, and boardwalk views. All dates for this location are booked.

Sold Out
Extremely Limited

Red Truck Ranch, Myakka

A private ranch, holiday styling, and a vintage red truck. Our most festive, most requested spot — this one goes fast.

See Dates & Book

Urfer Family Park

Easygoing green space with room to run, welcoming for wiggly toddlers, active kids, and teens alike.

See Dates & Book
Sold Out

Sarasota Bayfront

Downtown skyline meets open water, a little urban, a little coastal, entirely Sarasota. All dates for this location are booked.

Sold Out

The Details

  • 15-minute mini session
  • Choose 5 digital images from a gallery of 10–15 photos
  • Additional ordering packages available
  • Sessions do sell out. Book early!
  • Session fee is due at booking and secures your date
$275
Questions? Check the Holiday Mini Session FAQs

Why Families Keep Coming Back

“She was a wiz with the kids, picked the most beautiful locations, and gave us magical pics. Can’t recommend Michaela highly enough!”— April

“We love the different themes she offers, especially during Christmas time. She is very personable and makes you feel very comfortable during the sessions, in addition to taking the most precious photos!”— Debbie

Want a Full Session Instead?

Prefer something outside the mini format? I offer full custom family sessions outside of Holiday Mini season too.

Ask About Full Sessions
Questions? Email ristainophotography@gmail.com or call/text 941-957-8088
BOOK NOW

Now Booking

Holiday Mini Sessions
Are Here

Big laughs, little snuggles, stress-free holiday photos.

See Locations & Book →

Fifteen minutes, done right.

You don’t need an all-day production to get photos that actually feel like your family. You need fifteen focused minutes, a great location, and someone who knows how to catch real moments instead of chasing perfect ones.

That’s exactly what a mini session is. No forced smiles, no meltdown-inducing marathon shoots. Just real moments, wiggly toddlers and too-cool teens alike, and a handful of images you’ll actually want on your wall.

01

Pick Your Spot

Choose your location below. Once you click, you’ll head straight to booking for that spot’s available dates and times.

02

The Session

Fifteen minutes of playful, candid direction. No stiff posing, no meltdown-inducing marathon.

03

Your Gallery

Delivered quickly, so you’ll have your favorites in hand well before the holiday cards need to go out.

Choose Your Location

Six favorite Sarasota spots. Pick the one that feels like your family, then choose your date and time on the booking calendar.

$275
Only 3 Spots Left

Siesta Key

World-famous powdery white sand and golden hour light over the Gulf. A classic for a reason. Sunrise and sunset dates available.

See Dates & Book

Phillippi Estate Park

Historic banyan trees and lush greenery for a softer, storybook feel.

See Dates & Book
Sold Out

Celery Fields

Golden marshland, wide open sky, and boardwalk views. All dates for this location are booked.

Sold Out
Extremely Limited

Red Truck Ranch, Myakka

A private ranch, holiday styling, and a vintage red truck. Our most festive, most requested spot — this one goes fast.

See Dates & Book

Urfer Family Park

Easygoing green space with room to run, welcoming for wiggly toddlers, active kids, and teens alike.

See Dates & Book
Sold Out

Sarasota Bayfront

Downtown skyline meets open water, a little urban, a little coastal, entirely Sarasota. All dates for this location are booked.

Sold Out

The Details

  • 15-minute mini session
  • Choose 5 digital images from a gallery of 10–15 photos
  • Additional ordering packages available
  • Sessions do sell out. Book early!
  • Session fee is due at booking and secures your date
$275
Questions? Check the Holiday Mini Session FAQs

Why Families Keep Coming Back

“She was a wiz with the kids, picked the most beautiful locations, and gave us magical pics. Can’t recommend Michaela highly enough!”— April

“We love the different themes she offers, especially during Christmas time. She is very personable and makes you feel very comfortable during the sessions, in addition to taking the most precious photos!”— Debbie

Want a Full Session Instead?

Prefer something outside the mini format? I offer full custom family sessions outside of Holiday Mini season too.

Ask About Full Sessions
Questions? Email ristainophotography@gmail.com or call/text 941-957-8088
BOOK NOW

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3 spots left at Siesta Key.

Fifteen minutes. Golden light. No forced smiles, no meltdown-inducing marathon.

Just your people, real laughter, and photos that actually look like your family.

Dates and booking at the link in bio. Once they`re gone, they`re gone.
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3 spots left at Siesta Key. Fifteen minutes. Golden light. No forced smiles, no meltdown-inducing marathon. Just your people, real laughter, and photos that actually look like your family. Dates and booking at the link in bio. Once they're gone, they're gone. . . . #SiestaKeyPhotographer #SarasotaFamilyPhotographer #SiestaKeyMiniSessions #HolidayMiniSessions #SarasotaMoms

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