A little winter magic, right here on your favorite beaches.
Trade snow days for sandy toes and a little holiday magic! These limited-edition beach mini sessions feature a whimsical winter-themed sand castle designed especially for your family, creating the perfect backdrop for playful, one-of-a-kind portraits for families of all ages. Come make a little holiday magic, soak up some Florida sunshine, and leave with photos that feel like your family—not another cookie-cutter holiday card.
$325
The session includes one 15-minute time slot, access to up to 20 edited images in a downloadable digital gallery and a print release.
AVAILABLE SESSION DATES, LOCATION & TIMES:
Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Coquina Beach, Anna Maria Island - 5p-7p
Sunday, September 27, 2026 - Fort DeStoto - 5p-7p
Click on your preferred date to book your session time slot. Please note that your session is not officially booked until a contract is signed and payment has been made.
GENERAL RULES:
Time slots are offered on a first come, first served basis. Book now to reserve your spot. All sessions are pay in full and non-refundable. Do not be late. Please arrive 10 minutes before your schedule time so we can begin your mini session promptly. There is no grace period. Late attendance will subtract from your allotted session time. If you are over 10 minutes late, you will forfeit your session. No outfit changes. Final images will be professionally selected. Due to the high number of images included in the session, no additional images will be available for purchase.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
How many people do you allow for these sessions?
The maximum number of people per session is 8. If you have more than 8 people, you will be required to book two back-to-back session time slots.
How do I book this?
Please use this link to book for September 20, 2026 at Coquina Beach, Anna Maria Island
Please use this link to book for September 27, 2026 at Fort DeSoto Beach, Tierra Verde
What if it rains?
We check the forecast 24 hours prior to the session. You will be notified via email if anything changes due to weather. Alternate rain times are as follows: Sunday, September 20, 2026 at Coquina Beach, Anna Maria Island - 5p-7p will change to Monday, September 21, 2026 - 5p-7p and Sunday, September 27, 2026 - Fort DeStoto - 5p-7p will change to Monday, September 28, 2026 - 5p-7p. If inclement weather is unavoidable for all time slots and all sessions are canceled completely, you will be refunded. By booking, you agree that you are also available for the alternate rain dates. Failure to attend the alternate date/time due to weather will not be an accepted reason for a refund.
What colors do you suggest we wear?
I suggest beachy neutral greens, but you’re welcome to wear whatever colors you want. Soft, lighter colors will make perfect beach tones and darker more saturated colors allow for amazing contrast.
I’m not seeing a time available that works for me, do you have additional dates/times or a waitlist?
My sandcastle beach mini sessions are popular and tend to fill up quickly. I typically have a waitlist. If there are enough on the wait list to permit additional dates/time slots, please email me directly at pineandforge@gmail.com and I will add you to the wait list and you will be updated as I know more.