Capturing moments, one season at a time.

Ottawa Mini Sessions are quick, joyful photoshoots for families, couples, and more.

Capturing moments, one season at a time.

Ottawa Mini Sessions are quick, joyful photoshoots for families, couples, and more.

What's a mini session?

THE MOST ASKED QUESTION, ANSWERED.

Our Ottawa mini sessions are 15-minute, themed photoshoots held at beautiful local spots throughout the year. They’re perfect for updated family photos, maternity milestones, or seasonal memories without the full session commitment.

LEARN MORE

When mini sessions open, newsletter subscribers and pre-purchased clients get first access to book.

Get early access & lock in your spot

BOOK YOUR MINI SESSION

step one

Right after choosing your spot, you'll receive a photography contract and a quick questionnaire so I can customize your session to you.

Make it official & personalize your session

SIGN & SHARE YOUR DETAILS

step two

You'll get a prep guide with styling tips, outfit suggestions, and even curated Pinterest boards for inspiration. I want you to feel fully prepared and excited!

Everything you need to feel confident

PREP & PLAN FOR THE FUN

step three

Show up, be yourselves, and I'll guide you through the entire session. We'll capture beautiful, happy moments without stress.

Relax & have fun — I've got you

ENJOY YOUR PHOTO SESSION

step four

Within 2 weeks, you'll receive your digital gallery. Depending on your package, you can select your favourites or enjoy the full gallery. Share, print, and relive the memories.

Your gallery, ready to love

GET YOUR PHOTOS & SHARE THE JOY

step five

The Mini Session Experience

FROM BOOKING TO GALLERY

2025 Mini Session Schedule

SEE WHAT'S AVAILABLE

April 27

WHEN:

Skye Studio

WHERE:

Motherhood Minis

May 7, 14 & 21

WHEN:

Arboretum

WHERE:

Spring Minis

June 28 & August 23

WHEN:

Petrie Island

WHERE:

Beach Minis

July 11 & 31

WHEN:

Ornamental Gardens

WHERE:

Summer Minis

July 4

WHEN:

Rae Country Farm

WHERE:

Lavender Minis

August 22

WHEN:

Downtown Ottawa

WHERE:

Downtown Minis

August 23

WHEN:

Arboretum

WHERE:

Back-to-School Minis

August 24

WHEN:

Greens Corners

WHERE:

Sunflower Minis

October 8, 12, 14, 17 & 19

WHEN:

Various Locations

WHERE:

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Fall Minis

November 8, 9, 15 & 16

WHEN:

Various Studios

WHERE:

NOW BOOKING

Holiday Studio Minis

November 22

WHEN:

MacGowan's Tree Farm

WHERE:

Tree Farm Minis

November 22

WHEN:

Downtown Almonte

WHERE:

Downtown Minis

From spring blooms to cozy holiday minis, we offer seasonal mini sessions across Ottawa. Below, you’ll find our 2025 lineup — including popular fall mini sessions in Ottawa and holiday mini sessions in Ottawa that book up quickly.

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15 minute session
10 images included

$175+HST

package one

15 minute session
All images included

$250+HST

package two

Choose your package.

INVESTING IN YOUR MEMORIES

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Mini sessions are the perfect way to work with an Ottawa family photographer at an accessible price point. Each session includes professional editing, a vibrant and colourful style, and memories you’ll treasure forever.

Suhana

"14/10 would recommend! This is the first time I had family photos with Farrah and I will definitely be going back! She made our 10 month old very comfortable and did an outstanding job capturing our family. I don't like photos that are too light and airy, Farrah's style seems to be bold and colorful which I absolutely LOVE. We did a mini session with her and got a ridiculous amount of photos back, way more than expected which was a pleasant surprise. Exceptional value, I almost feel like we robbed her. It was clear that work was being done round the clock to get the photos to clients as I received mine at midnight. You'd have no regrets with Farrah. Will be returning in the future."

Leah

"Love having our photos taken by Farrah! She’s is so talented and personable, she makes the whole experience so enjoyable. Even when you feel chaotic, having a crying newborn and a hyper dog she is calm, collected, and gets the most amazing shots to capture the sweetest moments. If I could give ten stars I would, highly recommend her services to everyone who asks about photographers in Ottawa. She is wonderful and someone you can trust to capture all the special moments in your life you want to remember."

Hilary

"Oh my goodness… I am still in awe after receiving our gallery. I knew they would be great after Farrah was such an excellent director for all of our poses and staging, but the results were beyond what I had imagined. As someone who usually doesn’t like photos of myself, I can say that I absolutely love our new family photos. Farrah made us feel relaxed and comfortable for our very first shoot. She was so patient with our excitable puppy. We cannot recommend Farrah enough!"

Tia

"Working with Farrah was both fun and effortless! We showed up to our mini session and she had plenty of poses and ideas ready to go for us, which made us both feel super comfortable as we aren’t ones to take pictures often or switch up the poses! She made every minute count and is the ultimate supporter while you’re taking your photos which just makes you feel a bit like a super star. She is incredibly personable and thoughtful and her communication through texting and her Instagram stories is fantastic. Thank you for capturing some beautiful memories for us!"

Angela

"We booked our first mini session with Farrah and it was also our first one for the holidays that was indoor. It was such a great experience, the studio was gorgeous and Farrah got right to work. She was friendly, asked if there was anything specific we wanted her to capture and then started directing us. It is tricky to get a 2 year old to do anything you want them to but she was so amazing and encouraging. The turn around to get our photos was so quick and we were blown away. She has such a talent with editing, the photos were beautiful and natural, not overdone. We will absolutely be booking another session in the future and will recommend her to anyone looking for photos. Thank you!"

What They’re Saying

Families love the convenience and joy of our Ottawa family mini sessions. Here’s what they’re saying…

Meet Farrah

Hi, I'm Farrah.

FOUNDER & OWNER OF OTTAWA MINI SESSIONS INC.

As an Ottawa family photographer, I started Ottawa Mini Sessions to make seasonal family photos simple, joyful, and stress-free.

What sets my work apart from other photographers in Ottawa is my unique editing style—a vibrant, colorful aesthetic that brings out the emotions of the moment. Each photo tells a story, radiating warmth and authenticity. But for me, it's not just about the photos. I'm all about providing my clients with an exceptional experience, building genuine connections, and ensuring a smooth and enjoyable process from start to finish. Developing relationships with my clients is incredibly rewarding—it's one of the best parts of what I do.

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