Captured by Sammi · Chicago + North Shore · Fall 2026
Fall Mini Sessions
Last call · Sun Nov 8Lincoln ParkFrom $350
Reserve your spot New clients: 20% off below for the next 15 minutesTake 20% off
your session
New to Captured by Sammi? Book or send an inquiry in the next 15 minutes and this welcome offer is yours.
Quick, easy, and done before the leaves fall.
- 20–25 minute session
- 10–15 edited photos
- Sneak peeks in 24 hours, gallery in 7 days
- Morning and golden hour times available
Best for: updated family photos and holiday cards without the big production.
Your family's whole story, in photos and film.
- More time, so nobody feels rushed
- 25+ edited photos
- Professional video highlight reel
- Personal style consult before your shoot
- First pick of time slots, including golden hour
Make it even more special
Best for: milestone years, growing families, and anyone who wants the memories to move.
Choose your backdrop
Fall in full color



From this fall
Real families, real moments
A few favorites from this season’s minis. Twenty-five minutes, no stiff posing, just your people being themselves.






Can't make our dates? Sessions are also available by appointment on a day that works for you. Additional cost may apply.
For mom
You deserve to be in the photos
You take every picture, so you're almost never in them. This is your turn to be in the frame, holding your kids instead of the phone. One day they'll want photos of you, not just the ones you took.
Bring the whole crew
Grandparents and pets welcome
Bring Grandma and Grandpa. Those are the photos the whole family treasures most. And bring the dog. Pets are part of the family, so they belong in the photos too.
Real Captured by Sammi families
Moments you'll keep
Why your future self will thank you
This season only happens once.
- ✓They'll never be this little again. This is the only fall they'll be this age.
- ✓You'll finally be in the photos with them, not just behind the phone.
- ✓Holiday cards done early. No December scramble.
- ✓Real photos on your walls, instead of thousands sitting in your camera roll.
- ✓With video, you'll hear their laughs and little voices years from now.
- ✓20% off locked in while the timer runs.
For first-time Captured by Sammi clients. Enter the code at checkout, or mention it in your inquiry.
Fall minis are still open
The welcome offer has ended, but there are still spots this season. Grab yours before they're gone.
Welcome back. A thank-you is waiting.
Thank you for returning to us year after year. It means the world to watch your family grow. Here's a little thank-you from us.
For past Captured by Sammi clients. Enter THANKYOU50 at checkout for fall minis. For holiday minis, add THANKYOUCARD to your booking notes and your card design is on us.
Let's plan your session
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