Mini Session

20‑Minute Mini Sessions: quick, relaxed portraits for couples, families, and solo

30 min

160 US dollars

1753 Glenwood Drive

Service Description

Step into spring with a 20‑minute outdoor mini session designed for busy couples, families, and solo portraits. These short and sweet sessions are perfect for fresh profile photos, updated family images, or a quick, meaningful session with someone you love, all set against a beautiful natural redwood backdrop. Each mini session is carefully timed so you get beautiful, natural images without feeling rushed. We’ll meet at my beautiful, outdoor, redwood location with flattering light and simple, woodsy backgrounds, so you can relax and just focus on being yourselves. These are great for parents with young kids, camera‑shy adults, or anyone who wants high‑quality photos without committing to a full session. Your session includes guided posing and natural prompts to help you look comfortable and connected on camera. You don’t need to know what to do—I’ll walk you through simple movements and moments that translate into genuine expressions and real smiles. Think walking together under the trees, laughing, hugging, and interacting in ways that feel true to you. Within a short time after your session, you’ll receive an online gallery of edited, high‑resolution images. From there, you can download your favorites, share them with friends and family, or use them for social media, dating profiles, business branding, or prints for your home. These minis are designed to give you maximum value in a focused, no‑stress format.

Cancellation Policy

Mini Session Policies By booking a Mini Session, you agree to the policies below. These are in place to keep things fair, on time, and enjoyable for everyone. Payment & Retainer • A non‑refundable retainer is due at the time of booking to reserve your time slot. • Your session is not confirmed until the retainer and online booking are completed. Cancellations & Rescheduling • Because mini sessions are limited and time‑specific, retainers are non‑refundable if you cancel. • You may transfer your session to another person (friend or family member) for the same date and time if you cannot attend. • Rescheduling to a different date is not guaranteed and is only possible if an alternate mini date is offered. Late Arrivals • Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early so you’re ready to start on time. • Sessions run back‑to‑back; if you arrive late, your session will be shortened and will still end at the scheduled time. • If you are more than 15 minutes late and we are unable to proceed, the session and retainer are forfeited. Weather & Photographer Rescheduling • Because these sessions are outdoors, the photographer may reschedule in the event of heavy rain, unsafe conditions, or unexpected circumstances. • If the photographer must reschedule, you will be offered a new date/time. If no alternate date works, your retainer can be applied to a future session. No‑Shows • If you do not arrive for your session and do not contact the photographer in advance, this is considered a no‑show. • No‑shows forfeit the session and all amounts paid. Guests & Group Size • Mini sessions are designed for a limited number of people (e.g., one immediate family, one couple, or one individual). • Please confirm in advance if you plan to include additional people so we can ensure the session type and timing are a good fit. Images & Delivery • You will receive a curated online gallery of edited images within approximately 1 week of your session. • The photographer selects the best images and edits them in the established style; raw/unedited files are not provided. • Gallery delivery, download instructions, and any print/product options will be sent by email. Location & Conduct • Sessions take place at my home outdoor redwood/nature location. • Please respect the location, and supervise children. You’ll be asked to confirm that you’ve read and agree to these policies when you book your mini session online.

Contact Details

1753 Glenwood Drive, Scotts Valley, CA, USA
(831) 466-6704
mike@shotsbyross.com

Mini Session Agreement

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Session Details

• Dates: March 28 and March 29

• Time: 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (pre-scheduled time slots)

• Session Length: Approximately 20 minutes per mini session

• Location: 1753 Glenwood Dr, Scotts Valley, California

• Setting: Outdoor nature / redwood forest backdrop

• Price: 150 dollars session fee plus a 10 dollar processing fee (total 160 dollars)

Images: We will take no fewer than 10 photographs during your session.

• Selection: You will receive an online viewing gallery to choose your favorite 3 images, which will be delivered as fully edited, high-resolution digital files.

• Additional Images: Extra images or upgrades (if offered) may be available for purchase separately.

General Policies

• Mini sessions are booked back-to-back, so it is important that you arrive 15 minutes early and ready to begin at your scheduled start time.

• These sessions are designed for short, focused shooting windows; they are best suited for individuals, couples, and small families who can arrive promptly and follow simple posing and direction.

• The photographer will choose the specific shooting spots at the location based on light, safety, and conditions on the day of the session.

Late Arrival & No-Show Policy

• Please plan to arrive 15 minutes early to allow time for parking and walking to the meeting spot.

• If you arrive late, your session time will be shortened and will still end at the originally scheduled end time. No extra time will be added.

• If you are more than 15 minutes late and we are unable to complete the session, this will be treated as a no-show and the session fee/retainer will be forfeited.

• No-shows (not arriving and not communicating) forfeit the session and all amounts paid.

Cancellation & Rescheduling

• Because mini sessions are limited and time-specific, all retainers/session fees are non-refundable.

• Rescheduling to a different mini session day or time is not guaranteed and depends on availability.

• If you cannot attend, you may transfer your session to another person (friend or family member) who can use the same date, time, and location, provided you notify the photographer in advance.

Weather & Outdoor Conditions

• This is an outdoor session in a natural/redwood setting. Ground may be uneven, and weather, light, and foliage may vary.

• In the event of heavy rain, unsafe conditions, or other circumstances that make it impossible or unsafe to shoot, the photographer may reschedule the session or offer an alternative solution.

• If the photographer must cancel or reschedule due to weather or emergency, you will be offered a new date/time. If no alternate time works, your payment may be credited toward a future session at the photographer’s discretion.

Children, Safety & Conduct

• Please supervise children at all times. This is an outdoor, natural environment, and clients are responsible for their own safety and the safety of their children.

• Clients agree to follow any instructions regarding safe areas to stand or walk and to respect the property and surrounding environment.

• The photographer reserves the right to end the session early if unsafe behavior, refusal to follow safety instructions, or disrespectful conduct occurs.

Image Style & Delivery

• The photographer will select and edit the best images from your session according to their artistic style. Raw/unedited files are not provided.

• You will receive an online viewing gallery to select your 3 included images. Instructions for selecting and downloading your final images will be provided.

• Editing includes standard color correction, exposure, and basic retouching at the photographer’s discretion. Extensive retouching or special requests may incur an additional fee.

Liability & Permission

• By booking and participating in this mini session, you acknowledge that outdoor photography involves inherent risks (such as uneven terrain, insects, weather changes, etc.) and agree to assume responsibility for yourself and any minors in your care.

• The photographer is not liable for injuries, property damage, or loss that may occur before, during, or after the session, except in cases of gross negligence.

• Unless you request otherwise in writing, you grant the photographer permission to use selected images from your session for portfolio, website, and marketing purposes (no sale of images to third parties without additional consent). If you prefer your images to remain private, please indicate that clearly on your form.

CLIENT AGREEMENT

By submitting this mini session agreement form, you confirm that you have read and understood the session details, price, policies, and disclaimers above, that you are legally authorized to agree on behalf of yourself and any participating minors, and that you agree to these terms as a condition of booking your mini session.

If you don’t see the booking page:

After you submit this form, the booking calendar should open in a new tab or window within a few seconds. If nothing appears:

• Check the top or bottom of your screen for a message about a blocked pop‑up and tap “Allow” or “Always show.”

• If you still do not see the calendar, please try again on a desktop or different browser, or contact me directly so I can book your time manually.

If the booking calendar does not pop up, please contact Mike Ross at (831) 466-6704 or email mike@shotsbyross.com