PITTSBURGH MINI SESSION PHOTOGRAPHER | SEASONAL MINI SESSIONS

Mini Sessions are the perfect way to capture a season of life beautifully (and simply).

Mini sessions are a seasonal, short-and-sweet version of a full photography session. They are a great fit for families who want updated photos without the time commitment of a full session. They’re quick. They’re fun. And they’re designed to give you beautiful, high-quality images with a stress-free experience.

No meltdowns from our kids — just smiles, laughter, and fun…you won’t have to think about a thing, just show up and have fun!

JESSICA B ON FAMILY MINI

MINI SESSIONS ARE PERFECT FOR YOU IF...

A beautiful portrait of a mom embracing her son during a fall mini session at Soergels Orchards in Wexford.

Simple Session Structure

Mini sessions are generally 20 minutes and happen in a pre-determined location with a single backdrop. Minis are fast-paced to maximize our time and your gallery with all your favorite photos.

Seasonal Options

Mini sessions are offered on a seasonal basis and are intended to highlight the beauty of each season. From spring cherry blossoms to summer blooms, fall foliage and cozy holiday vibes. 

Personality-driven, not posed.

Silly kids welcome. These photos should celebrate and commemorate exactly who your little one is in this season of life, personality and all.

Types of Pittsburgh Mini Sessions Available

Sweet moment of a dad with a daughter with a beautiful sunset in the background during their fall family mini session.

Outdoor Minis

Most mini sessions are offered outdoors when the weather cooperates in Pittsburgh. This is typically May through November.

A tree farm mini session portrait with a mom and her two kids during sunset.

Holiday Minis

Holiday minis are popular for Holiday cards. Tree farm minis are typically offered in November, north of the city of Pittsburgh.

A fun family portrait in the cozy warmth of the East End Loft studios for their family photo session with Danielle Blewitt.

Studio Minis

When the temps in Pittsburgh drop, a studio session offers a cozy, warm and timeless option for updating family photos.

An adorable, personality portrait at the East End Loft Studios in Pittsburgh by Danielle Blewitt Photography.

Personality Minis

Arguably one of the cutest and most popular minis is the personality mini. These are offered a few times each year in the comfort of a studio.

A snuggly moment with a mom and daughter at Fern Hollow Nature Center during their mini session in the peak of the fall season.

Fall Minis

The fall season in Pittsburgh is easily one of the most popular times for family photos. Multiple dates and locations are available every year.

A cute pigtail portrait of a little girl smiling during her family mini session.

Add-On Minis

Lastly, add-on minis are available year-round based on availability. These piggyback off existing sessions for a more diverse set of options.

Mini sessions are offered seasonally. These shorter sessions are great for updating family photos or capturing milestones in the early years. Offered to my mailing list exclusively.

STARTS AT $425

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"I'm always in awe of how many great pictures she can capture in 20 minutes with very young kids.

Nothing short of EXTRAORDINARY!

Whenever she has minis out I am always seeing if we can make it work because her pictures are something I will treasure for a lifetime.”

Martha P on her Family Photos

ALL SESSIONS INCLUDE

Have Questions?

Photos are an investment. These are memories you will likely hang in your home for years to come. I want you to feel confident in knowing what to expect. Here are some answers to common questions.

Mini sessions are exclusively announced and open to my mailing list. If you are searching for a mini session in Pittsburgh and ready to book, use the contact form to inquire about available sessions. If you want to know about upcoming options and not ready to book yet, join my mailing list above.

Yes, mini sessions can be used for whatever you need whether it’s individual portraits, siblings only or the full family. That time is yours to use as you desire.

Weather is unpredictable, especially in Pittsburgh. If bad weather is forecasted, we will work together to find a time to reschedule your session.

Absolutely! Our fur babies are family too and they are more than welcome to join you as long as dogs are permitted at the location. If you can, sometimes it helps to enlist a friend or family member to assist!

Yes! I will usually help erase or minimize any non-permanent marks as needed. This could include acne that snuck up, a scratch or dry skin. In most cases, it’s a simple retouch and it’s included with your session. In the event of the need for more advanced editing, I’ll chat with you about retouching options for you to decide.

I understand that curveballs come all the time. In the event of bad weather or an unforeseen circumstance that
conflicts with your scheduled photo session, I am happy to reschedule!

All sessions will get photos within 2 weeks from the session date. If you sign the model release and approve, you will get a link to your sneak peek blog post within 3 days after your session. The sneak peek includes 5-7 favorite photos from your session. You can share this on social media or share the link with friends and family. Your gallery will be delivered via email and where you can download your full gallery with one click.

Yes, of course. I offer an easy and convenient way to order directly from your gallery. I offer high-quality, affordable prints, enlargements, canvases and other items. These items are printed at a professional photo lab that I highly recommend.

Regardless of where you choose to print your images, I encourage you to not only print them and enjoy them but be sure to use a professional lab. Please do not use retail locations such as Walgreens or Walmart as their machines are not consistently calibrated to produce professional quality images.

These are your photos. If you want to keep them private and not shown on social media, I fully understand and respect that. During the booking process, you will find a model release. You can decline to share and I will honor your request.

I'm so glad you're here!

Hey there! I’m Danielle Blewitt—a Pittsburgh-based family photographer, mom of two, and someone who fully understands how wild (and wonderful) life can be with little ones. Somehow my kiddos aren’t so little anymore but I embrace it knowing I’m still living in a season of life I will one day miss. 

I specialize in capturing connection, personality, and real moments. Mini sessions are one of my favorite ways to help families freeze time in a fun and relaxed way.

“She was great with my 2 year old who was very camera shy…

Our photos are beautiful and look natural and candid, which was exactly what I wanted.”

Layne C on Family Photos

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