Holiday themed family portrait session in fully decorated studios.

Christmas Mini Sessions

Toronto 2026

300+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Google Reviews!
Studios in Toronto, Richmond Hill & Brampton · Serving families across the GTA

Book A Christmas Photoshoot

Holiday Mini Sessions Toronto 2026
Nov 29 – Dec 20

$299

One Price - 20 Minutes - 20 Photos

• 20 professionally edited images
• Delivered in 5–7 days · private online gallery
• Families, kids, babies, couples, maternity, & pets*
• Studios: Toronto · Richmond Hill · Brampton
• ⭐ 300+ five-star Google reviews

*$149 to reserve, $150 after your shoot. Pets welcome at select studios. A typical 20-minute slot allows about 15 minutes of shoot time.

Last updated November 2026 · Toronto Christmas mini sessions 2026 run Nov 29 to Dec 20.

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Why families choose us

  • ✓ Choose your favourite 20
  • ✓ Gallery usually within 5 days
  • ✓ We guide every pose
  • ✓ Kids & babies welcome

🎁 Free Holiday Style Guide when you book: what to wear, colours that photograph well and outfit tips for your studio. Take a peek

“Jo was so great with my toddler and the photos turned out amazing!”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sandra D. · second Christmas mini in a row

“He was very patient with my daughter and knew how to get her comfortable in a new environment.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Jenny S.

“We had another great experience with Jo for our Christmas Minis this year… the pictures were perfect again.”

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Grace K. · returning family

300+ five-star Google reviews

STUDIOS & DATES

Sunday, 29 Nov 2026
Toronto

Iconic Room, Icon Studio Space, Toronto
Look: two sets in one room — "The Nutcracker House" burgundy & gold and soft white & champagne
Light: bright natural light & elegant arches
Feel: grand, timeless & magical
No pets at this studio
$299 ($149 + HST booking fee, $150 after your shoot)
White Room at Icon Studio Space Toronto, Ralph Lauren Christmas mini session set with coffee cart, traditional tree, plaid gifts and green velvet pillows
White Room at Icon Studio Space Toronto, Ralph Lauren Christmas mini session set with coffee cart, traditional tree, plaid gifts and green velvet pillows

Sunday, 29 Nov 2026
Toronto

White Room, Icon Studio Space, Toronto
Look: Ralph Lauren-inspired — hunter green, burgundy, gold & tartan
Light: bright natural light, 12-ft windows
Feel: warm, classic & timeless
No pets at this studio

Saturday, 05 Dec 2026
Richmond Hill

Amalia Room, Glasshouse Studio, Richmond Hill
Look: "Midnight Noël" — old-world elegance, antique gold & candlelight
Light: soft, moody & candlelit
Feel: elegant, celestial & magical
Pets: welcome — just add a note when you book

Sunday, 06 Dec 2026
Richmond Hill

Sophia Room, Glasshouse Studio, Richmond Hill
Look: "Pearl Reverie" — heirloom pearls, soft ivory & antique gold
Light: bright, soft & elegant
Feel: timeless, classic & refined
Pets: welcome — just add a note when you book

Saturday, 12 Dec 2026
Toronto

Iconic Room, Icon Studio Space, Toronto
Look: two sets in one room — "The Nutcracker House" burgundy & gold and soft white & champagne
Light: bright natural light & elegant arches
Feel: grand, timeless & magical
No pets at this studio
Art Room at Icon Studio Space Toronto, white and silver Christmas mini session set with a flocked tree, floating silver ornaments and a cream sofa
Art Room at Icon Studio Space Toronto, white and silver Christmas mini session set with a flocked tree, floating silver ornaments and a cream sofa

Saturday, 12 Dec 2026
Toronto

Art Room, Icon Studio Space, Toronto
Look: "Floating Wishes" — soft white, pearl details & floating ornaments
Light: bright, luminous & dreamy
Feel: soft, elegant & timeless
No pets at this studio

Sunday, 13 Dec 2026
Brampton

Paris Room, Ruby Manor Studio, Brampton
Look: "Christmas in Paris" — timeless whites & elegant golds, French-inspired
Light: bright & sophisticated
Feel: luxurious, classic & charming
No pets at this studio

Sunday, 13 Dec 2026
Brampton

Milan Room, Ruby Manor Studio, Brampton
Look: two-sided — Side 1: chic black & white with silver; Side 2: soft creams, panelled wall & frosted trees
Light: bright & elegant
Feel: chic, luxurious & timeless
No pets at this studio

Saturday, 19 Dec 2026
Richmond Hill

Amalia Room, Glasshouse Studio, Richmond Hill
Look: "Midnight Noël" — old-world elegance, antique gold & candlelight
Light: soft, moody & candlelit
Pets: welcome — just add a note when you book
Fast File delivery before Christmas Eve

Saturday, 19 Dec 2026
Richmond Hill

Sophia Room, Glasshouse Studio, Richmond Hill
Look: "Pearl Reverie" — heirloom pearls, soft ivory & antique gold
Light: bright, soft & elegant
Pets: welcome — just add a note when you book
Fast File delivery before Christmas Eve

Sunday, 20 Dec 2026
Brampton

Whistler Studio, Ruby Manor Studio, Brampton
Look: wood-filled Whistler Studio 
A dreamy, white and cozy Christmas wonderland! Think soft whites and natural wood tones
No pets at this studio
Fast File delivery before Christmas Eve

Sunday, 20 Dec 2026
Brampton

Milan Room, Ruby Manor Studio, Brampton
Look: two-sided — Side 1: chic black & white with silver; Side 2: soft creams, panelled wall & frosted trees
Light: bright & elegant
No pets at this studio
Fast File delivery before Christmas Eve

300+ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5-Star Google Reviews

  • “This is our second year in a row using Jo Anto Photography for Christmas Mini Session, and it was a great experience yet again. Jo was so great with my toddler and the photos turned out amazing! A big thanks again to Jo Anto for the unforgettable experience!”

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    — Sandra Donato

  • "We had an amazing experience with Jo Anto for our family Christmas photoshoot! He was very patient with my daughter and knew how to get her comfortable in a new environment. Highly recommend Joseph for anyone looking for a talented and friendly photographer who delivers outstanding work!"

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    — Jenny Suet

  • “We had another great experience with Jo for our Christmas Minis this year. Very happy we went back, and the pictures were perfect again.”

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    — Grace Kong

  • “We had a great experience with Jo taking our family Christmas Photos! The setting was beautiful, but Jo’s service and eye for detail was the true gem. He was very attentive, kind and good with the kids. Both team members had great suggestions for picture layouts. We were thrilled with the end result!”

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    — Jess S.

  • “Our Xmas mini session with Jo Anto was amazing! He was so patient and great with engaging our toddlers to get the perfect shots! We love all our images and are so happy to have booked with him!”

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    — Shirin Salehi

  • “This was our second time working with Jo… we want to extend a huge thank you to him for capturing our Christmas Mini session this year. From start to finish, the experience was fantastic. Jo’s delightful manner made the session fun and relaxed, and his talent as a photographer is truly remarkable.”

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    — Christian Aldrin Maberit

  • “My family and I are so pleased with our mini Christmas photos with Jo! He did an excellent job, very professional and friendly. Our photos were received within a week.”

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    — Tenisha

  • Jo Anto did our first Christmas photos as new parents and we loved them. He and his wife did an amazing job especially in making our baby smile.”

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    — Krystel Elaydo

  • “It’s been my second year taking my Christmas photos with Jo Anto Photography. Love the quality of the pictures and the service is great.”

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    — Sophia Persaud

  • “Truly made our first Christmas mini-session a memorable one. Jo has an amazing eye for photography and Tess was so helpful with our son. The entire experience became one of our core memories.”

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    — Karina Camille Requillo-Calaus

  • “We took our Christmas pictures with Jo! It was one of the best! Even though we were late, Jo managed it and accommodated us in his busy schedule. Jo and Tess were really helpful with posing.”

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    — Amala Biju

  • "Jo took our family’s Christmas minis and they turned out great! He was professional, the studio was beautiful, and the edited images were delivered earlier than expected.”

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    — Louis and Becca Z

  • “I had a great experience with Jo’s Christmas mini session! He helped me with posing, and fulfilled any idea I wanted. It was my first time, but he made it smooth and the photos turned out beautiful.”

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    — Nga Tran

  • “We had an amazing experience with Joseph for our family Christmas photos! He was incredibly friendly, patient, and attentive throughout the entire process. The final results exceeded our expectations.”

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    — Nick Vayenas

  • “We wish to thank Jo for doing our Christmas Mini this year. We were thrilled with the results — the pictures are PERFECT and we love his innovative and artistic style.”

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    — Stephanie Salarzon-Maberit

  • “Jo did an amazing job with our Christmas photos and we had a great time. Looking forward to working with him again in the future.”

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    — Crisanta Mae Elaydo

How to do a Christmas Photoshoot with us?

1. Pick your studio & date.

Choose the set you love across Toronto, Richmond Hill or Brampton. Multiple setups and themes to choose from.

2. Reserve your spot.

A $149 + HST booking fee locks in your time — the remaining $150 is due after your shoot. Weekend dates go first, so don't wait.

3. Show up & enjoy.

We handle everything — the tree, the styling, the posing. You arrive about 15 minutes prior to your booking time, enjoy the shoot. Your gallery of 20 edited images arrives in 5–7 days, in time for cards.

Pick a Studio / Theme

Why Families Choose Our Christmas Mini Sessions?

Dad and daughter in front of beautifully decorated Christmas Tree - Toronto best Christmas Mini Sessions

Quick, Cozy & Stress-Free

Your session is 20 relaxed minutes (about 15 minutes shoot time) in a fully styled, decorated studio. No setup, no decorating, no chaos — just show up in your holiday outfits and we take care of the rest. Perfect for busy families, couples and little ones with short attention spans.

Sisters sharing Christmas Present in front of beautiful Christmas Tree - Toronto Christmas Family Photoshoot

With 300+ five-star Google reviews, Jo Anto Photography is one of Toronto's most-booked and most-trusted Christmas mini session studios. Families come back year after year — and bring their friends.
Around 150 families book their Christmas photos with Jo Anto Photography every year.

Toronto's Top-Rated Holiday Photographer

Mom and Son in Christmas PJs laughing - beautiful Christmas photo session

Real, Candid Photos You'll Actually Treasure

Our style is documentary — candid and natural, never stiff or over-posed. We catch the real moments: the giggles, the hugs, your toddler reaching for an ornament. Beautifully styled studios in Toronto, Richmond Hill and Brampton mean every frame feels warm, timeless and truly yours.

Weekend dates and the Toronto studios sell out first every year — if a specific date matters to you, book early.

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Holiday Mini Sessions & Christmas Family Photos Across the GTA

Our 2026 holiday mini sessions take place in three styled studios: Icon Studio Space in Toronto, Glasshouse Studios in Richmond Hill and The Ruby Manor in Brampton. Families join us from across the GTA, including North York, Scarborough, Etobicoke, Markham, Vaughan, Thornhill, Mississauga, Oakville and Pickering. Whether you call it a Christmas mini, a holiday mini session or simply your family’s Christmas photos, it’s the same relaxed 20-minute session with 20 edited photos delivered in 5–7 days.

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Celebrate Your Family's Story This Christmas


A Christmas mini session is more than a photoshoot — it's the version of your family that only exists this December. In twenty relaxed minutes, our beautifully styled holiday studios across Toronto, Richmond Hill and Brampton turn the giggles, the hugs and the little moments into timeless keepsakes — candid, festive portraits you'll frame, gift to grandparents, and send on your holiday cards for years to come.

Beautifully styled festive sets — from elegant winter wonderlands to warm, cozy holiday scenes, every backdrop is professionally designed. No setup, no decorating — just show up and enjoy.

Simple pricing — $299 for 20 professionally edited images, files included, delivered in 5–7 days. No per-photo fees, no upsells.

Toronto's top-rated holiday photographer — 300+ five-star Google reviews from families who come back year after year for their Christmas photos.

Real, candid, documentary style — genuine smiles and unposed moments, perfect for individuals, couples, families and little ones.

Weekend dates and the Toronto studios sell out first every year — reserve your spot before it's gone.

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