Holiday Minis 2018

Holiday Minis 2018 were again a HUGE hit. I photographed 41 families in 2 days!!!

It was so great to see all of you again and to see how much your kiddos have grown!

I was also blessed with some amazing helpers… my family! The boys did an amazing job welcoming clients and being just very helpful.

Hope you love these pictures and I can’t wait for Holiday Minis 2019

If you are interested in Holiday Mini Sessions in 2019 in Cincinnati, Ohio please contact me at sonja.mcgill@yahoo.com

Sonja B Photography is located in Cincinnati OH and serves the NKY and SW Ohio.

Location, Location, Location....

We all know that location is everything… in photography this is no different. The location sets the tone of your session. Do you want a session in an urban setting, your cozy home, a favorite park or the place you and your husband first met?

Over the years I have photographed at many, many different locations. I do have favorites and not so favorites. I love finding new locations or when clients suggest a new place. I love photographing in your home (if the natural light is right) or in a place that has special meaning to you and your family.

But as much as location is important, I can also make a patch of green by the side of the road look great IF the lighting is right!

But for now, I am going to list a bunch of locations for you to choose from. Please keep in mind this is just a suggestion… there are tons of other places and I actually love if you find your own special place.

Ault Park

this is a great spot and has so many photo opportunities, the only draw back is that because it is so popular it attracts a lot of photographers.

Washington Park + OTR

Washington Park has so much to offer and makes a perfect backdrop for your photos. You have Music Hall, the fountains, the pavilion, lots and lots of photo ops in OTR and afterwards we can let your kids play on the playground.

Your Home or Backyard

As long as you have good natural light in your home (or even just a few rooms), your home is my absolute favorite location. Kids seem to be much more relaxed and have so much fun showing me their rooms and special toys. The whole session can sometimes feel like a play date… haha

Devou Park

I found this grassy, and secluded little patch of grass in Devou Park. This spot makes it perfect if you are looking for that high grass look in your photographs.

Smale Park

This location is a lot of fun, but sometimes to much fun and can distract kids with all the playground equipment. Lots of people, but the park is also big enough to move out of the way. All around a great park to photograph and in the heart of Cincinnati.

Johnson Hill

Johnson Hill is located in Anderson Twsp., on the east side of Cincinnati. Its a beautiful, very quiet park and the sun sets perfectly behind the trees.

Covington

Covington is great, as it has lots of different options in just one block radius. You have cobblestone roads, little alley ways, iron fences, flowers and the Cincinnati skyline.

My Studio

My studio is located at 2530 Spring Grove Ave, near Union Terminal. It has tons of natural light, backdrops, props and a really cool warehouse feeling.

Your favorite park, creek, meadow etc…

This family invited me to come hang out at their favorite creek. We took the kids for a short hike and bush whacked our way to the creek. It was so much fun and we got tons of natural smiles.

I hope this list helps you a bit… just let me know what you are looking for, where you live and how far you are willing to travel… and I will help you find the perfect location for our session.


2018 HOLIDAY MINI SESSIONS

Seems a little unreal but it is time again for Holiday Mini Sessions sign ups!

Where: in my studio at 2530 Spring Grove Ave. (who wants to deal with the unpredictable weather in November... not me! That's why I am doing them inside again.)

When: November 10 & 11, 2018

What: Mini Sessions perfect for Christmas cards, updating your family portraits or as gifts for family. Each session will be 20 minutes long, you will receive a minimum of 10 edited digital images for $175. (Non-refundable deposit of $50 due at time of booking. $125 due at time of the session)

 

HOW TO SIGN UP?

Here are my available time slots

November 10

 9:20am, 9:40am, 11:20, 11:40am, 1:20pm, 2:20pm, 2:40pm,

November 11

11am, 11:20am, noon

(I will open November 11 afternoon sign ups if needed)

 

EMAIL ME at sonja.mcgill@yahoo.com

SUBJECT: 2018 Holiday Minis

and let me know which time slot you are interested in. I will then reply with a confirmation for your time slot and you can pay your deposit with the button below. (I will only hold your time slot when the deposit has been paid)

 

 

THINGS THAT ARE NEW THIS YEAR!

- each session will be 20 minutes long, not 15 or 10 like in the past years!

- I will be doing the sessions alone... I will miss my partner terribly but it will be just more relaxed if we don't photograph 2 families at the same time!

- we are going to raffle off a FREE full session with me! (I will post more info closer to the date but basically you can buy a raffle ticket for $5 and I will select a winner for a free session. All the money from the raffle will be going towards the City Gospel Mission)

 

 

SET UPS

Now let's talk about the set up!

I will have again 3 set ups this year.

FIRST: I will be building a "gift wall" like the one below. This will be a real fun backdrop, with some color and just very unique!

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SECOND:  

will be on our large white wall (like last years) but instead of a mantle I will be setting up with a white piano and beautiful holiday decorations. Pictures below are just for inspiration. I will be sharing photos from this set up closer to the mini session dates.

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THIRD:

a minimalistic set up. a black drop with "snow". Almost like the one below.... This set up is more for kids but I am sure we can add parents to the mix if you want some really fun shots!

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I am looking forward seeing all of your beautiful smiles on November 10 & 11!

Rye's in Home One Year Session - Cincinnati Photographer

I can't believe this little girl is already one! Check out her Newborn session HERE

We had to move her one year session from Washington Park indoors due to weather but it turned out to be perfect! And I love the continuity from her Newborn session.

The session basically consisted in Rylan playing and snuggling with her parents and I did my thing... Honestly it doesn't get easier and if you have a home with great natural light I highly recommend a session in your home.

To book your session with me please contact me through my website at www.sonjabphotography.com or email me directly at sonja.mcgill@yahoo.com

I specialize in Newborn and Family photography and my portrait studio is located at 2530 Spring Grove Ave. Cincinnati OH 45214.

I am looking forward hearing from you and customizing your photography session.

Bella & Zackary - Cincinnati Child Photographer

Let's start of with HOW ADORABLE ARE THESE TWO??? OMG those little Hanna Anderson deer hoodies are so cute!

And usually Bella is the shy one but she really came out of her shell for this session and it was adorable to watch her personality shine!

That 4th picture from the top is my favorite! And yours?

And of course the whole session wasn't about the Hanna Anderson hoodies but we also added Family pictures to the mix!

If you are looking to book your Family session with me please contact me through my website www.sonjabphotography.com or email me directly at sonja.mcgill@yahoo.com.

I am looking forward hearing from you.

Fresh 48 Session - Cincinnati Photographer

Benjamin's parents booked the Fresh 48 and Newborn session package with me. One of my favorite packages that I offer!

Benjamin was born at St Elizabeth in Kentucky. As soon as I walked into that hospital room for the Fresh 48 session, I could tell how much this baby is loved for! Grandparents hovering over him with a proud dad holding him.

Look at his eyes! I have never seen a baby so alert after being born! Looks like someone loves his fingers! Absolutely loved this session!

To book your FRESH 48 Session and/ or Newborn session please contact me through my website www.sonjabphotography.com or email me directly to sonja.mcgill@yahoo.com.

Sonja B Photography specializes in Newborn and Family Photography and is located in Cincinnati. Her downtown studio is at 2530 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati OH 45214.

I am looking forward to hearing from you.

Benjamin's Newborn Studio Session - Cincinnati Newborn Photographer

Benjamin did so amazing... I am really getting spoiled with all of these easy babies! I got his personalized hat from MY CHARMING KIDS CO. as a presents for his parents.

I love doing newborn pictures in my studio. The lighting in here is so amazing!

Of course after we are done taking yummy sleepy pictures of baby, we take pictures of Benjamin with his parents.

To book your Newborn session in your home or in my studio please contact me through my website www.sonjabphotography.com or sonja.mcgill@yahoo.com. My studio is located at 2530 Spring Grove Ave, Cincinnati OH 45214. I am looking forward to hearing from you!