Editorial Christmas Portraits: A Modern Alternative to Traditional Holiday Photos

Holiday photos don’t have to be flat, rushed, or feel like something you check off a list.

 

Our Christmas series began as a personal project, creative experiment, portfolio piece, and content showcase featuring some of our favorite brand cosmetics, including About-Face Beauty by Halsey. What started as an idea quickly became an experience we want to offer year after year.

 

Inspired by fashion editorials and elevated beauty campaigns, these portraits are designed to feel intentional, empowering, and artistic. The goal is simple: images that feel like artwork and make you stop and say, “Wow… that’s me?”

A Different Take on Holiday Portraits

 

Traditional Christmas sessions often rely on props, pajamas, and repeated setups. While those have their place, our approach focuses on depth, emotion, and impact.

 

We intentionally avoid flat images. Every session is built around sculpted lighting, expressive posing, and thoughtful styling. It’s less “sit and smile” and more wear the dress for the occasion. A now-or-never mindset that celebrates presence over perfection.

Makeup as Transformation

 

Makeup plays a major role in our editorial holiday sessions and is never an afterthought.

 

Tabitha designs each look around the client’s features, mood, and the concept we’re creating together. Every step is an intentional upgrade, resulting in a polished editorial glow that photographs beautifully and lasts longer throughout the session.

 

Clients often underestimate how much professional makeup elevates their images—not just visually, but mentally. No stressing about eyeliner or touch-ups. Just showing up and enjoying the experience.

Lighting With Purpose

 

Andres’ lighting approach for this series is best described as fashion editorial, sculpted, moody, and cinematic.

 

Lighting isn’t just there to illuminate—it shapes emotion and depth. We focus closely on expression and presence, allowing light and styling to support the story rather than distract from it. The result is imagery that feels bold, intentional, and personal.

Who These Sessions Are For

 

These editorial Christmas portraits are perfect for:

 

• Couples

• Creatives and artists

• Entrepreneurs and branding clients

• Fashion-forward individuals

• Non-traditional families

 

 

They’re for people who want portraits that feel like art on their walls.

 

They’re not for chasing perfection. We believe in being present and confident in the body you’re in now. With expert posing and guidance throughout the session, all you need to bring is a can-do attitude.

 

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The Reaction We Love Hearing

 

“Wow… that’s me?”

 

That moment never gets old. Whether we’re creating portraits or product imagery, clients are consistently amazed by the storytelling and impact once they see their final images.

 

Guidance is at the heart of our process—from preparation tips, to posing during the shoot, to helping select images that align with your final goals.

Central Florida Editorial Photography

 

This Christmas series was photographed in Orlando in a small home studio space, proving that powerful imagery doesn’t require massive sets—just vision and intention.

 

We’ve since moved to Ocala and now serve Central Florida, offering custom editorial sessions both in studio and on location depending on what the concept calls for.

Interested in a holiday session that doesn’t look like everyone else’s?

 

We offer custom editorial sessions year-round and seasonal experiences including Valentine’s Day, Easter, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

 

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