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The Story Behind Our Magical Santa Sessions

Dec 16, 2025 | By: Always Remember Photography located near Mars and Cranberry Township

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The Dream Behind Our Magical Santa Sessions

and how it’s becoming a reality

When we first imagined our Magical Santa Sessions, we didn’t want to create just another Santa mini session.

We dreamed of creating a Santa experience so special that families would plan for it a year in advance — something meaningful, calm, and truly magical. An experience children would remember, and parents would feel proud to make part of their Christmas tradition or give to their child as a once-in-a-lifetime Christmas experience.

Santa with The Nice List sits by a Christmas tree with two children, one on a rocking horse, one looking at the list in search of his name!
 

A Santa Experience Designed With Intention

From the very beginning, every decision was made with care.

We intentionally limit the number of Magical Santa Sessions each year so that every family receives an unrushed, personal experience. This allows us to protect the magic — giving children the time to warm up, interact naturally, and truly believe in the moment unfolding before them.

Just as importantly, this approach ensures that every family receives their finished artwork and Storybook Albums in time for Christmas — something we believe should never be rushed or compromised.

 

Children in matching pajamas excitedly gather around Santa near a lit fireplace looking int Santa's red bag of toys on Christmas Eve.
 

Creating Something Families Don’t Want to Miss

Our goal was never volume.

Our goal was to create a Santa experience families would say:

“We don’t want to miss this next year.”

An experience that feels different — thoughtfully planned, beautifully styled, and emotionally rich. One that becomes part of your family’s Christmas story, year after year.

Seeing families return, watching children grow through their Storybook Albums, and hearing how these sessions have become part of holiday traditions has meant more than we could have imagined.

We also love welcoming families who choose to make this their once-in-a-lifetime Santa experience, knowing their Storybook Album and artwork will be cherished forever.

Whether you hope to make this a yearly tradition or a once-in-a-lifetime experience, learn more and schedule your session today.

A sister and brother standing by Santa while searching for their names on the Nice List.
 

Our Dream Is Becoming Reality

This year, that original dream feels incredibly close to coming true.

At this moment, only 6 Magical Santa Sessions remain available for 2026, with many families already securing their place well ahead of time. We are deeply grateful to the families who trust us with such an important part of their Christmas memories.

It’s an honor we never take lightly.

With only a few sessions remaining for 2026, we invite families who don’t want to miss this experience to reserve their Magical Santa Session now.

 
A little 2 year old girl in a white nightgown is standing by Santa Claus as they look into his bag full of toys during a Magical Santa Session.
 

More Than Photos — A Christmas Keepsake

Every Magical Santa Session is carefully designed to become more than images.

From the handcrafted set to the storytelling moments shared with Santa, your child’s experience is preserved in heirloom artwork and custom Storybook Albums — keepsakes meant to be held, read, and treasured for generations.

Years from now, these albums won’t just show what your child looked like.

They’ll tell the story of who they were — and how magical Christmas once felt.

Read the heartfelt reviews from our 2025 Magical Santa Sessions Here!

 
Child enjoying a Magical Santa Session in Mars, PA as he stands on a chair building blocks with Santa.
 

An Invitation

If you’ve been dreaming of giving your child a Santa experience that feels truly special — one that families plan for, return to, and cherish — we would love to welcome you.

Our Magical Santa Sessions take place near Mars and Cranberry Township, welcoming families from all over Western Pennsylvania and beyond.

We would be honored to help you begin — or continue — this beautiful Christmas tradition.

 Learn more and reserve your Magical Santa Session here 

 

 

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