Private Santa Sessions - 2026 - Sign Ups Open Sept 1st at 8pm!

The Bella Mi Photography Team is giddy with excitement to announce our very special and magical Santa Sessions! THIS was a SOLD OUT HIT the past 9 years and we can't wait to host it again! We have the Jolly Ole' Man himself... SANTA...joining us for private, specialized, interactive and truly magical photo sessions! Your children and/or family can enjoy a PRIVATE 15 minute session with Santa Claus! Kids can enjoy reading a Holiday Book with Santa, playing with toys, sharing cookies, looking over Santa's Nice list and more...all while these magical holiday moments will be captured by the talented staff at Bella Mi Photography. These will be portraits to treasure for a lifetime! The 2026 Sessions will be OFF THE CHARTS amazing, as we have added some very festive and very FUN new effects and surprises!!

***Pre-Registration Opens September 1st at 8pm!

Where? Bella Mi Photography Studio - 28617 Lorain Road North Olmsted, Ohio 44070

The Santa Session Set Up: Our creative team is busy working on an EPIC Holiday display with a gorgeous - 4D backdrop and lots of festive props!

The Scoop on Santa: We have an authentic, classic, professional, realistic (real beard) Santa Claus who will be working with us! He is the real deal ;) He has a membership with the IBRBS (International Brotherhood of Real Bearded Santas), a certified background check and liability insurance. Santa also attended Santa School in Michigan!

Session Activities: Children will be able to interact with Santa during a cozy PRIVATE session:~ baking cookies ~ read Holiday Books ~ play with toys ~ read the Nice List ~ eat GIANT cookies (near end of session)~ give hugs ~ sit on his lap - snowball fights ~ parents are welcome to bring a wrapped present for Santa to give to child(ren) SEE NEW RULES! We will have Sensory Friendly toys for those who request AND the BEST part - It will SNOW at the end of the session!!!!!! **We will do our best to get happy pics but not every child will be happy to see Santa in person! We will welcome everything from laughter to tears!!

Sensory Friendly Activities: Again, this year we will be offering Sensory Friendly Santa Sessions. These are designed for children who would benefit from sensory friendly atmosphere and activities. Once your session is booked, you will have the option to fill out a questionnaire for a Sensory Friendly Session! If you do not need a Sensory Friendly session, you can skip this questionnaire). Our goal is to provide your child(ren) with a calming, anxiety free, positive experience! Let's work together!

Who is allowed in session: Up to 4 children (any age) are allowed in one session. Parents are welcome to jump in for a few pics as well WITH the purchase for a Family Add On siting fee. If you have more than 4 children, please plan on booking a double session. *Newborns and infants welcome - we can capture some truly precious moments of Santa holding the little ones!

Session Cost & Details: We are offering 2 packages this year! The Basic and the Limited Edition - as well as a Family Add on!

* Basic Private Santa Session

The Sessions are 15 minutes in length. We can capture LOTS in 15 minutes! The session includes 1 Giant Christmas Cookie per person, editing, and copyright free digital downloads within 7 days of your session for our Pre Registration price of $265! A $165 deposit IS required to book, with your remaining balance due the day of your session!

* Limited Edition Private Santa Session

The Sessions are 15 minutes in length. We can capture LOTS in 15 minutes! The session includes 1 Giant Christmas Cookie per person, editing, and copyright free digital downloads EXPEDITED - so you will receive your images in 2 days!! Pre Registration price of $290! A $190 deposit IS required to book, with your remaining balance due the day of your session!

* Family Add On Fee

If you would like to have a few pics with your ONE IMMEDIATE family, there is a $45 sitting fee - please add this option to your cart!

~NOTE: Traditional Holiday Mini Session Sign ups will beg

* Session deposits are non-refundable and non transferable! We will NOT be accepting gift certificates for this session! Cash or Credit Card ONLY!

Booking Link - Click Here!

2026 Traditional Holiday Mini Session

We are ecstatic to announce our 2026 Holiday Mini Sessions!!! We have some amazing *NEW* ideas up our sleeves for this year and we are excited to share them with all of our amazing returning clients AND new clients!

This year we will be offering 20-minute Holiday Mini spots! Our creative team are working on a magical STUNNING Christmas scene for 2026!

SIGN UPS OPEN 9/15 AT 8PM!!!

Session Cost & Details: We are offering 2 packages this year! The Basic and the Limited Edition:

* Basic Holiday Mini Session

The Sessions are 20 minutes in length. We can capture LOTS in 20 minutes! Includes - editing, and copyright free digital downloads within 7 days of your session for our Pre Registration price of $235! A $100 deposit IS required to book, with your remaining balance due the day of your session!

* Limited Edition Holiday Mini Session

The Sessions are 20 minutes in length. We can capture LOTS in 20 minutes! The session includes editing, and copyright free digital downloads EXPEDITED - so you will receive your images in 2 days!! Pre-Registration price of $260! A $100 deposit IS required to book, with your remaining balance due the day of your session!

* Session deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable! Once you book your spot you will receive an email with the link to pay your deposit.

BOOKING LINK: https://book.usesession.com/s/VfhtgbxYra

LEARN MORE

We proudly present....Heirloom Photography Sessions

The talented team of Photographers at the Bella Mi Photography Studio are proud to present a one-of-a-kind photography session for our clients - Heirloom Portrait Sessions. These unique Sessions are an investment in timeless, artistic, museum quality portraits capturing your child’s innocent essence as a lasting family legacy. The goal is to capture children just as they are right now, in the present - before these sweet stages pass on by.

What is an Heirloom Portrait Session:

Heirloom Portraits are session for babies and children - we create timeless fine-art photographs with classic styling and soft poses, featuring soft vignette, to capture your child's essence as a lasting keepsake for generations. These sessions focus on evoking emotion and capturing a moment in time, preserving innocence and family legacy. Portrait, profile and gazing away poses will be captured and offered in color, muted color and black & white portraits.

What is the best age(s) for Heirloom Portraits:

We recommend booking anytime from 6 months (sitting unassisted) to 10 years old.

How to style your child for Heirloom Portraits:

Simple, Classic styles. Think whites, creams and pastels. Avoid busy patterns.

Girls: Smocked dresses, bishop dresses, simple Peter Pan collared dresses/rompers.

Boys: White button-down shirts, collared shirts, or Jon Jon/shortalls with a Peter Pan collar shirt underneath.

Babies: White rompers or simple gowns.

What is the investment in the Bella Mi Heirloom Portrait Session:

A 15-minute session (for 1 child) is $150. Adding additional children at $75 each. The session includes fine art photography, posing, as well as intricate editing and creating the timeless Heirloom effects. Online gallery with your copyright free, high resolution edited images within 7 days of your session. Deposit is required upon booking.

How can I request a booking for the Heirloom Sessions with Bella Mi Photography:

Booking can be made by emailing cyndi@bellamiphotos.com or by calling our studio at 440-521-2636. Booking is now open, with both Saturday and weekday spots available. Space is limited.

LEARN MORE