San Diego Holiday Mini Sessions

With the end of the year approaching, it’s time for some new family photos. So, I’ve decided to open some spots for San Diego holiday mini sessions. And, I would love to hear from you if you’re interested!

Parents and child holding hands at the beach for San Diego Holiday Mini Session with bird flying above

Mini sessions are perfect for families (or couples) looking for a shorter session for the holiday cards, announcements, or just to document their family. With a great selection of locations to choose from and a duration of one hour, my San Diego holiday mini sessions are great for any family size. Mini Sessions are quicker and more affordable than your regular photo session.

Bring the kids, the grandparents, the pets, and the outfit options! Anyone or anything you would like to include in the photoshoot will be welcome! I’m looking forward to meeting (or seeing again) your people.

Different from most photographers, I don’t book mini sessions back to back. It’s important to me that all clients have a customized session, with plenty of time to get a few different shots, and in a great lighting situation.

Mini sessions can be scheduled for early in the morning or afternoon, about one hour before sunset.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the San Diego mini Sessions, please email at fonyat@fonyatweddings.com, or fill up the contact form below. I'll be in touch very soon!

San Diego Mini Session Details

Below you can find the details for my San Diego Mini Sessions. If you have any questions, please email me or fill up the contact form on this page.

 
  • Mini Sessions are $250.

  • One hour duration. Mini Sessions are usually booked for one hour before the sunset.

  • Choice of location within options offered. List available below.

  • At least 50 images (edited, in high resolution).

    Personal Website that allows you to view the images, download them, and order prints and products.

Book a Mini Session

Get in touch now and let’s talk about how we can customize the best photo session for your family. Mini Session spots are limited.

 

Available locations to choose

There are great assortments of locations that I recommend and know well, all in San Diego.

 
Couple and baby casual beach Mini Session under Pacific Beach Crystal Pier in San Diego

Crystal Pier / Pacific Beach

Pacific Beach has the famous Crystal Pier - an almost centenary wooden pier that offers great afternoon lighting. It’s also a great place for classic beach photos, with and without Crystal Pier in the background.

Link for more Crystal Pier / Pacific Beach Information.

Family at La Jolla Shores and Scripps Pier for San Diego Photography Mini Session casual candid walk

Scripps Pier / La Jolla Shores

The shores at La Jolla are a great place for beach photos with La Jolla or Blacks beach on the background. There’s also a pier made of cement. I usually start with a few photos nearby before heading to the beach.

Link for more Scripps Pier / La Jolla shores information.

Old Poway Park

Poway Park has a good variety of locations to explore. A few vintage trains and a railroad are usually the main spots used for photography sessions. I do not recommend using this location on the weekend.

Link for more Old Poway Park information.

Balboa Park Family Mini Session couple and three girls on Rose Garden late afternoon

Balboa Park

Balboa Park is the largest park in San Diego and offers several different options for photography locations. Clients usually pick two or three locations inside the park for the Mini Session.

Link for more Balboa Park information.

San Diego Photography Mini Session at Rancho Penesquitos Ranch house family sitting on wooden fence during sunset

Los Penesquitos Ranch House

Rustic trail with several trees, and typical Californian vegetation. There’s a creek mid-trail, depending on the rain. The trail ends at The Ranch House with some cactus. This location requires some walking.

Link for more Los Penesquitos Ranch House information.

Maternity photography father to be kissing belly during San Diego Photography Mini Session at Solana Beach Trails

Solana Beach Trails

Solana Beach Trails is a rustic trail that runs next to the San Elijo lagoon. Some large trees alternate with lower Californian vegetation. This location requires some walking.

Link for more Solana Beach Trails information.

Family of four sitting on low tide rock at Solana Beach during San Diego Mini photography session

Solana Beach

Solana beach is a classic California beach, with some exposed rocks during lower tides. Easy parking and emptier than most beaches, there’s also a cliff with some typical vegetation.

Link for more Solana Beach information.

Candid family walking at Carlsbad State Beach for San Diego Photography Mini Session for holiday cards

Carlsbad State Beach

Carlsbad State Beach is a great location for classic beach photos. There's a great view from above the cliffs and a rock jetty at one of the ends. Great afternoon lighting and works on all tides.

Link for more Carlsbad State Beach information.

Family of four at Carlsbad Batiquitos Lagoon posing for San Diego Holiday Mini Session photographer at golden hour

Batiquitos Lagoon (Carlsbad)

Batiquitos Lagoon is a rustic trail full of Eucalyptus trees next to the Batiquitos Lagoon and the Aviara Golf Course. Fallen logs and untouched vegetation. This location requires some walking.

Link for more Batiquitos Lagoon information.

Parents and boys sitting on rocks at San Diego park for Mini session by Julio Fonyat

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