Fall Mini sessions

Capture your families story this season

ANnika Smith Photography

candid, playful,timeless

So looking forward to seeing your beautiful families this season

 These heartfelt mini sessions are designed to freeze time in the most effortless way, perfect for holiday cards, updated family portraits, or simply preserving the magic of this season together. With 8 dreamy locations to choose from — from sunlit hillsides to tree-lined trails — each setting offers the perfect backdrop for your story. Sessions are 20 minutes long, include all images from your session, lovingly edited, and a whole lot of warmth.

Some of the locations are easier to access then others so if you have any accommodations or limitations, please let me know ! Each gallery typically includes around 20-40 images. 

HOW TO CHOOSE A LOCATION

One of the first and most important things to consider is the time that is best for your family. When are your kids happiest/when do you feel your best? If it's early morning, ask me for a sunrise session or if your kids are best in the afternoon, an early sunset session may be the best option for you. 


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CORONA DEL MAR

BEACH LOCATIONS

There's a few different beaches in Newport that I absolutely love and are the most popular among my clients. Corona Del Mar has lots of rock formations and is located in a small cove surrounded by cliffs.

This location is not pet friendly. Although this has a sloping hilI, I would say it is also not very easily accessible because the hill is steep and not appropriate for a wheelchair. 

Huntington Beach Pier is picturesque and so beautiful! We will be under the pier near the water. Expect beautiful light and lots of fun. 

This location is not pet friendly and is not wheelchair accessible.

Corona Del mar

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HUNTINGTON BEACH

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Sherman Gardens

Located in the middle of a residential neigborhood this hidden gem is filled with flowers throughout the property. It has a green house, different types of gardens including a massive succulent garden. Theres gorgeous wooden canopies and ponds, it really is dreamy. If you want a session with florals this is the one for you. 

This place is not dog friendly but is wheelchair accessible. 

sherman gardens

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This stunning NEW location has an impressive view of the canyon, trails and hills all around. Its so beautiful and very easy to access. 

This location is pet friendly and wheelchair accessible. 

field locations

Trails & Fields

Costa Mesa field is my most popular location. There are wide expansive fields with easy access and tons of areas to explore. Large brush and small hills, gorgeous sunsets .

 Fields

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forest locations

Book the redwood grove

Book the tree farm

The redwoods are quickly becoming one of my most popular locations. With the magnificent trees surrounding us and the perfect light at all times of day this location is also one of my favorites as well!
 
Located in brea, The hike to get here is 15 minutes from the parking lot and early arrival is integral to a successful session. It is recomended to arrive 25 mins early so you can find parking and walk down.

It is accessible by wheel chair through dirt paths, and is pet friendly. 

The redwood grove

The magic of Christmas is always found on a tree farm! This farm is conveniently located off the freeway, and is filled with healthy beautiful Trees. 

This location is not pet friendly, and is handicap accesible with almost no walk to the trees from the parking area.

Tree farm

spark studio

This location has a clean white backdrop that focuses on your family as the STAR. The studio overall has a simple aesthetic with a black wall option as well as fabric and arches., that give you a lot of modern looks! 

Simple studio  

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 costa mesa 

Urban City

I have been wanting to add an urban option for a while and absolutely love this spot! if you have a more casual and lighthearted aesthetic, and want a modern vibe this is perfect. Theres brick walls, cool walkways and tons of cool niches to check out. We can do a beatles-esque crossing the street photo and have tons of FUN or keep it simple and clean theres lots of options! 

This location is dog friendly and has wheelchair access. All times have similar light. 

Downtown HB

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The Hot Spots

For a lighter or brighter session book one of the earlier times, and for a more golden session with richer tones, book one of the later times. For example the closer to sunset the darker and more golden your session with be. 

whats the best time to book ?

depends on the look you want !

You will receive an email within 24hrs with all of the information and logistics you need to know to prepare for your session. 

What happens after i book ?

look for an email ! 

Got Questions?

You will receive your gallery within 2 weeks of your session. 

when will we receive our images ?