Christmas Mini Photo Sessions 2026

Unique images for your young family this festive season

Christmas family photos on dates in October & November 2026 - BOOKING SOON !


Welcome to our ever popular Christmas Mini photo sessions held in Wheelers Hill near Glen Waverley, in the eastern suburbs of Melbourne.

Yes they are back again for the 7th year of hosting these and we can't wait!

Bookings coming soon!

These sessions have become a fabulous annual event and we look forward to seeing those returning once again :)

 

Brand New for 2026, we have THREE exciting backdrops for you to pre-book :

  • our NEW indoor Secret Garden set - in our air-conditioned indoor studio in Wheelers Hill, or
  • our favourite indoor Elegant Fireplace set - in our air-conditioned indoor studio in Wheelers Hill, or
  • our favourite outdoor Festive Arch set - in our outdoor garden gazebo for some afternoon sessions from mid November.

As always, each set will be subtly styled for Christmas around our new backdrops

Images of each of the new sets are below - scroll down for some example images!

These special Christmas mini sessions are super fun and easy. They are suited to families and fur-families, so Yes, your family Dog can come to any session!

 

Discover Our 2026 Christmas Mini Sets

Celebrate the magic of the season with our three spectacular, custom-designed backdrops. Whether you prefer the elegance of the indoors or the fresh air of the outdoors, we have the perfect setting for your family memories.

 

Option 1: The Indoor Elegant Fireplace

Bright, modern, and timelessly stylish!

Step into a scene of pure festive luxury. This stunning set features a beautifully carved classic fireplace aglow with warm, flickering candles, a grand ornate mirror, and an exquisite crystal chandelier overhead. Complete with a magnificently decorated white Christmas tree and wrapped gifts, this bright and sophisticated backdrop is perfect for pets, kids, and families of all sizes.

 

Option 2: The Indoor Secret Garden

A truly enchanting festive wonderland.

Immerse your family in a lush, fairytale holiday. This spectacular indoor set features a rustic wooden archway overflowing with rich
green foliage and vibrant, native Australian red summer flowers. Surrounded by twinkling fairy lights, elegant hanging gold bells, beautifully wrapped presents, and miniature woven Christmas trees, it creates a magical, sun-drenched festive backdrop that brings the beauty of nature inside.

 

💡 Why choose an Indoor Session?

Both of our indoor backdrops are super-sized and extra tall, allowing for gorgeous, full-length standing images of your entire family. Yes these indoor sets are this big! If you have an older or taller family, three or more children, or confident family cats who need a secure space, we highly recommend booking an indoor session. Family pets are always very welcome!

 

Option 3: The Outdoor Festive Arch

Cosy, bright, and full of fresh-air charm.

Nestled in our garden gazebo setting, our modern Outdoor Arch is a stylish set. This features a beautiful, pine garland shaped into a flawless circular arch, accented with natural pinecones and elegant white ornaments that pop against the greenery. This sits against a dreamy bokeh background of soft, warm white lights, perfect for creating that modern Christmas sparkle in the beautiful Melbourne summer air.

This is a bright, fresh, and modern choice, perfect for families with lively little ones or energetic dogs who prefer the fresh air!

Rest assured that outdoor sessions will be moved to the indoor set or rearranged, if the Melbourne weather requires this!

 

During your session on your pre-booked chosen set, a variety of images will be created for you.

These images will be available for you to select from a private online gallery within 14 days . This gallery has a direct download facility for your purchased images. All chosen images are presented in full high resolution and are ready to print

 

Here are the inclusions with each special Christmas themed session ..

  • Your 20 minute photography session on your backdrop chosen at booking
  • Online gallery to preview & choose your images
  • FIVE (5) high resolution digital negative images for download, to start your collection
  • Photography of your family with up to 5 people* and additionally up to 3 pets

All this for just $220 + booking fee

Extra images available, with the usual additional savings for multiple purchases and all from your on-line gallery

 

So all up, it's an easy way to get some festive images to share with your friends and family this coming Christmas.

It's going to be super fun, and I can't wait to see you all again !

 

Here are some example images from previous years :

and here's a few more favourite Images from previous years :

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Some kind words ...

 

“Vanessa and Ross made our Christmas pictures so easy and the pictures we got were fantastic. we went with an 18 month old, a cat & a dog and Vanessa got all of us at our very best.
We will treasure these and see you again next Christmas” Cass L
“We had our family Christmas photos here. Great communication in the lead-up, well thought-out setup and props, and really relaxed and enjoyable photo session which has led to some really beautiful photos for our family.” Jenna A
“Vanessa and Ross are extremely lovely people with a big talent! Vanessa took photos for ourselves and our very rambunctious puppy for Christmas and the photos exceeded expectations. From the moment we arrived both Vanessa and Ross were warm and welcoming.
We will absolutely be back for more photos!” Nicole F

 

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To book your session see the dates and booking options above.

You will receive a confirmation email after your purchase to finalise your booking


See you there!

Terms & Conditions apply

  • All our usual T&Cs apply
  • These amazing savings apply to this special event and for on-line gallery orders only
  • Each 20 minute session is only suited for up to 5 people and 3 pets from the same ONE immediate family. No mixed family groups, for each one allocated session. This is due to time constraints. If you have any queries - please contact us.
  • Separate family units may book back-to-back sessions to enable a 'cousins' image at changeover between sessions. Separate galleries will be made available for each session - 'package' purchases cannot be combined over multiple sessions.
  • NEW for 2026 : there will be TWO longer afternoon sessions in November, for larger families
  • Please be prompt to prevent you missing out on your photography experience. Our set will be tidied in between appointments – so timings will need to be maintained for the housekeeping elves
  • Please be aware that all bookings are non-refundable but can be transferred to another family. Please let us know in this case
  • If the Melbourne weather teases us by being wet, outdoor sessions will transfer to our indoor set on that day or we can move you to another convenient outdoor slot - we will contact you as necessary
  • Please do not attend if you have any Covid symptoms or having a Covid test or are awaiting results of a Covid test. In this case, please pass your session to a friend and let us know. Our full Covid-safe plan is here

Duet Images (03) 9562 5003 or 0419 526442
Mail • enquiries@duetimages.com

Studio Location • Wheelers Hill (Near Glen Waverley), Melbourne VIC 3150 Australia

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