Holiday Sessions

The Holiday Sessions for 2023 are here!

Fall is almost here and that means it’s time for FUN, FAMILY, and PHOTOS!  I have a limited number of holiday sessions available so please reserve early.  I am thrilled to introduce a Jacqueline Belle Fleur Photography first!

Rustic Barn Holiday Sessions ~ NEW!
Friday, October 20 (One Day Only!) 
This beautiful rustic barn will be our backdrop and your holiday attire will be all the Christmas flair needed.  If you love the bohemian look, this location is for you.  Check out Joyfolie for dresses/clothing for moms and girls.  It’s the perfect resource.
20 minute session
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax
Sessions take place on location near Freehold, NJ.  Raindate: Friday, October 27

Holiday Sessions in the Park ~ NEW!
Sunday, October 22, Monday, October 23 & Tuesday, October 24
This is the perfect session to focus on family.  Wear your holiday attire and we will use the beautiful backdrop of the park.  It’s perfect for just children and/or families.
20 minute session
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax
Sessions take place on location near Bloomfield, NJ.  Raindate: Wednesday, October 25

The Tree Farm ~ Returning Favorite!
Sunday, October 29 (One Day Only!) 
There is no other way to describe these sessions but FUN, FUN, FUN!  I strongly encourage parents to join the kids for these sessions.  I bring a few cute props (a pine ladder and a red wagon) and we even add a little star magic to the fun (post production). And, doggies are welcome (they look super cute in the wagon)!  They are part of the family too!
20 minute session
great for all ages (kids only and/or families)
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax (includes permit fee for the farm)
Sessions take place on location near Manalapan, NJ.  Raindate: Monday, October 30

Christmas in Red ~ Family Studio Portraiture (NEW!)
Sunday, November 19 (One Day Only!) 
There’s nothing like fine art studio portraiture to make your holiday photos stand out this year.  It’s a Jacqueline Belle Fleur Photography first.  For one day only, I’m offering Family Holiday Sessions in the studio.  These sessions can be formal (suits, dresses) or informal (holiday sweaters and jeans) – the choice is yours.  And, it’s the perfect opportunity to celebrate the most popular color of Christmas…RED!  The entire set is a lush red – red drop, red floor, and red boxes for posing.  This set complements many holiday colors – red, green, gold, silver, aqua, pink – feel free to be creative.  Of course, I am always happy to help with clothing suggestions. See the inspiration board below which includes the actual backdrop.
20 minute session
12 hi-res digital images edited to perfection – digital download
$595 plus tax
Sessions take place indoors in Mountainside, NJ.

Full Family Sessions (My Favorite!)    
September, October & November
If you want stunning keepsakes of your family – this is the session for you.  Perfect for your walls or a gorgeous coffee table book, these captures also make great holiday cards and cherished holiday gifts for the grandparents.  The Family Session is what I personally choose every year for my own family (and yes, the grandparents get albums and gallery wrapped canvases every year for Christmas).  Field, barn, park, urban, beach – the location is up to you.  Of course, I am happy to make recommendations.  Please inquire for availability.  Travel fees apply to all locations outside of a 25 minute radius of zip 07016 (NJ Shore sessions are $1095).  Park permit fees if applicable are additional.
30 hi-res digital images edited to perfection, digital download
$895 plus tax
*Please note, these are non-holiday themed sessions but you are more than welcome to wear holiday themed clothing.  

What happens if it rains?  I only reschedule holiday sessions in case of inclement weather.  I make rescheduling decisions the morning of the session (usually around 9am).  I will reschedule your session for another date along with the other families.  PLEASE be flexible.  Most times I will not be able to reschedule for a weekend date.  If it was up to me, the sun would shine every day!

What is the difference between holiday sessions and full family sessions?  A holiday session is holiday themed and is considered a “Petite Session” – it’s a shortened session (20 minutes) and only includes (12) images.  A full family session is one hour, geared specifically for your family, includes many more poses, and produces 30+ images.  The full family sessions generally are not holiday themed which make them great for decor on your walls and holiday gift giving for the family (grandparents love framed prints and photo books of their children and grandchildren).  After all, grandparents have everything, why not gift them what means the most?!

Why schedule a weeknight?  Some locations have become overcrowded on the weekends with patrons, families, and photographers.  Things have changed so much since I began capturing families more than 13 years ago.  More and more parks are now requiring permits and permit fees (which increase your session fees by starting at $100 per hour and more).  Weeknights for locations are very quiet, allowing you more on-site locations/set-ups, and ultimately photo options.  It allows me to capture at the free locations without the crowds.

2023 Holiday Sessions – Reservations 
I will have a limited number of sessions available.  Please reserve early.  To reserve your holiday session, please contact me at jacqueline@jacquelinebellefleur.com.  Once a date and time for your session are agreed upon, a link for retainer will be emailed to you.  A $200 retainer will be required for reservation.  All retainers are due within 24 hours of your reservation.  If not paid within 24 hours, your session will become available to another client.  The balance of your session will be due 2 weeks prior to the session date.  A link for final payment will be emailed to you.

Sorry, there are NO refunds or exchanges.