San Diego Mini Sessions

Mini sessions are designed to be simple, efficient, and beautifully executed—offering families high-quality, professional images in a short, well-planned session, ideal for busy schedules, seasonal updates, holiday cards, or milestone moments.

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San Diego Mini Sessions for Families

These sessions are ideal for families with young children, returning clients looking to update their photos, and visiting families with limited time in La Jolla. Mini sessions are also a great option for holiday cards, annual portraits, and celebrating meaningful milestones.

  • 15-minute guided photo session

  • 5 fully retouched digital images included

  • Up to 6 people

  • Private, password-protected online gallery

  • Approximately 20–30 images to choose from

  • Option to upgrade and purchase additional images

  • Full payment required at booking

What’s Included in Our Mini Sessions?

$300 investment

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A family of four standing on the beach by the ocean, with a pier on the left. The family members include a man, a woman, a teenage girl, and a teenage boy, all smiling and dressed in casual, beach-appropriate clothing.
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Choose Your Setting

Every family has a different vision. Select the backdrop that feels most like you — a classic coastal scene or a lush canyon escape. Both locations are easy to access and beautifully lit for golden hour sessions.

2026 MINI SESSION LOCATIONS

Crystal Pier — Pacific Beach

A classic San Diego setting with the iconic wooden pier, open shoreline, and warm coastal light. Perfect for families who love a bright, beachy feel with a timeless backdrop. Works beautifully at sunrise or sunset.

San Clemente Canyon Trailhead

A lush, tucked-away canyon just minutes from La Jolla with creekside paths, tree canopy, and soft natural light. Ideal for families who prefer a relaxed, organic setting away from the beach.

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Mini sessions are offered Friday through Sunday, mornings only, with slots beginning at 8:00 AM. Have questions or looking for a different time or location? I'm happy to accommodate when availability allows — simply reach out through the contact form and we'll find something that works for you.

Client Reviews & Testimonials

  • Daniela did a beautiful job of capturing our engagement. She was so kind and professional and we loved having her be a part of this special day! We would absolutely recommend her if you are looking for a photographer near La Jolla!

    —Emily

  • We had a great family photoshoot with Daniela at La Jolla Shores, she was very professional but warm and made us feel comfortable. The photos turned out amazing and Daniela even ran with us down the beach so we could get photos with the pier before the sun set. Thank you Daniela!

    —Liora N.

  • Daniela was so easy to work with, and I love how our pictures turned out for our first family portrait. We had to reschedule due to a stomach bug, and she was extremely responsive and understanding. I highly recommend her for mini sessions with a little one!

    —Alexandra F.

  • We had a perfect family photo experience with Daniela. We appreciated her flexibility with our large family group and she was so accommodating to requests. The pictures are beautiful! She captured some magical shots at Windansea.

    —Maggie S.

  • Fantastic experience having family photos done by Daniela while on vacation in La Jolla. From start to finish she is fantastic to work with and the photography is fantastic. 10/10 would book again.

    —Kris T.

  • Daniela at Sereia Photography is a true professional! Her communication is timely and accurate. We booked a family session in La Jolla and everything went smoothly, even with small children. I highly recommend Sereia Photography!

    —Katy V.

  • We are so happy with our maternity photos. Daniela is very talented and easy to work with. We really enjoyed our session!

    —Hollyanne

  • Daniela took family vacation photos on the beach and the results were amazing. She was extremely friendly and easy to talk to. She was quick to respond to all communication as well as with our final gallery. We will definitely use her again the next time we are in town and in need of a photographer. I highly recommend her.

    —Chris B.

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Two young boys playing on the beach with ocean waves in the background, one bending down and smiling, the other standing and pointing at him, both dressed in casual clothes.
Two young boys standing close together under a pier or bridge over water, smiling and looking at the camera.
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A family of five enjoying a day at the beach, running in the shallow surf with a pier in the background during sunset.

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