Santa at Little Joys — A Quiet Christmas
An intimate, storybook meeting with Santa — gentle, genuine, and full of quiet wonder.
Service Description
Not the rush, not the line — but a moment just for them. In the calm glow of the Winter Joy studio, Santa steps softly into your family’s story — kneeling to listen, laughing gently, and sharing quiet conversation beneath the lights and evergreens. Each visit is unhurried and heartfelt, designed to capture natural connection — the sparkle in their eyes, the shy smiles, the warm embrace. Perfect for little ones who need time to warm up, or for families who want Santa captured in a way that feels timeless and true. New this year, our interactive Santa experience brings even more heart and wonder. Santa can read stories, sing softly, or deliver a small surprise — you’re welcome to leave a wrapped gift for him to give during your session. Every visit is personalized to your child’s comfort and personality. When booking, share details like names, favorite stories, or sweet memories so Santa can make each encounter feel personal and unforgettable. We schedule 10-minute breaks between sessions, allowing Santa time to reset and review notes — ensuring every visit feels genuine, thoughtful, and full of magic. 📸 $395 · 30 minutes · 15 hand-edited images Includes both Storybook Morning and Starlit Whispers sets, plus a private, one-on-one visit with Santa. Because five years of Winter Joy deserves to be celebrated — softly, warmly, and with light that feels like home.
Cancellation Policy
📅 Booking & Cancellation Policy Full payment is due at booking to reserve your session and is non-refundable. One reschedule is allowed with at least 48 hours’ notice. Reschedules due to illness, emergencies, or weather (if relevant) can be accommodated at your discretion. No-shows or last-minute cancellations forfeit the session. 💳 Payment Policy Session fees are due in full at time of booking. Additional image purchases, print orders, or upgrade requests must be paid before final delivery. ⏱️ Late Arrival Policy Sessions begin and end at the scheduled time. If you arrive late, the session will still end at the original time to respect other bookings. Late arrivals over 15 minutes may result in cancellation with no refund. 🖼️ Image Delivery & Selection Policy You will receive a proofing gallery with basic color adjustments. Final edits will be applied after you select your images. Additional edits and fine art retouching are available through the Gallery Store (e.g., face swaps, blemish removal, fine art upgrade). 📸 Editing Style & Artistic Control Images are edited in the signature Deanna Dunham Designs style. Requests to change the editing style may incur an additional fee or be declined if they do not align with brand standards. RAW files are not provided under any circumstance. 💡 Creative Direction & Posing While your preferences are welcome, creative direction—including location, posing, lighting, and composition—is at the photographer’s discretion. Clients are encouraged to communicate sensitivities or preferences before the session. 🧒 Children & Behavior Policy Parents/guardians are responsible for managing their children during the session. If a child is not able to participate due to fatigue, distress, or other behavior, the session will continue as best as possible. 💬 Model Release With your permission, images may be used for portfolio, social media, marketing, and print use. You’ll be given the option to opt in or out of the model release in your contract/booking form. 📵 Cell Phone Policy Please keep phones away to maintain focus and preserve the session experience. 🔐 Gallery Expiry Galleries remain online for 30 days. After that, a reactivation fee may apply. Please download your images promptly and store them safely.
Contact Details
+12504602716
hello@deannadunham.com
Summerland, BC, Canada