Fort Payne Alabama Mini Sessions with Little River Lens LLC
Every season tells a different story.
Throughout the year I offer a limited number of seasonal mini sessions around Fort Payne, Alabama and select destination locations like Orange Beach. From magical princess sessions to Christmas portraits and beach vacations, these sessions are designed to capture life's sweetest moments in a fun, relaxed way.
Because mini sessions are offered only a few times each year, they often book quickly.
Mini sessions are perfect if you're looking for updated family photos, milestone portraits, holiday cards, or beautiful images without committing to a full session. They're quick, fun, and designed to capture genuine moments you'll treasure for years.
Hugs & Highlands Fall Mini Sessions 🐮🍂
ONLY 1 SESSION LEFT
Fall memories are even sweeter with a Highland cow by your side!
Hugs & Highlands Fall Mini Sessions combine beautiful fall scenery, golden-hour light, and the charm of Highland cows for a fun and memorable photography experience.
These sessions are relaxed and family-friendly, giving us time to capture both beautiful portraits and those genuine moments of excitement and connection as your family interacts with the cows.
🐮 October 25, 2026
🍂 Limited sessions available
Dress in your favorite cozy fall colors, bring your smiles, and get ready for a fall experience your family won't soon forget.
Because some fall memories deserve a little extra fluff. 🐮❤️
Paws for a Cause
November 7, 2026 • 10:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m. • Fort Payne City Park
Bring your favorite four-legged family member for a fun fall portrait and help support animals in our community at the same time. Little River Lens Photography will be offering quick pet and family portraits during Paws for a Cause, with a portion of the proceeds supporting local spay/neuter efforts.
Reserved sessions will be available, with walk-ins welcomed as time allows.
Pre-Booked Mini Session — $45
Reserve your 10-minute pet or family portrait session during Paws for a Cause. Your session includes 3 professionally edited digital images delivered in an online gallery.
$10 from every pre-booked session will be donated to help support local spay/neuter efforts and animals in our community.
Pre-booking guarantees your reserved time during the event.
Christmas Mini Sessions 2026
Choose the Christmas experience that fits you best! Each event has its own look, location, and little bit of holiday magic. Select the session you love, view the details, and reserve your spot.
A Visit With Santa & Mrs. Claus
November 14, 2026 • Yuletide Bazaar • Boaz VFW
Make a Christmas memory and help make the season a little brighter for someone else, too. Join Santa and Mrs. Claus for festive holiday portraits at the Yuletide Bazaar, where a portion of the proceeds will help support local veterans.
Choose your favorite background.
It’s a sweet way to capture the magic of Christmas with your family while also giving back to those who have served. Come for the photos, enjoy the holiday fun, and leave knowing your session helped support a meaningful local cause.
Santa Paws
November 21, 2026 • Tractor Supply
Celebrate Christmas with your four-legged family members at Santa Paws!
Stop by for a festive holiday portrait and help support local shelter animals while you’re there.
It’s a sweet way to create a Christmas memory with your pet while giving back to animals in our community.
More information coming soon!!
Peppermint & Pine
November 28, 2026 • Fort Payne Family Worship Center Fellowship Hall
Sweet, festive, and full of Christmas charm! Peppermint & Pine will feature two fun indoor looks — a soft pastel candy setup and a classic green Christmas setup — so there’s a little something for every holiday style.
Perfect for updated family photos, Christmas cards, or simply capturing a little Christmas magic.
Choose your favorite backdrop!
Highland Holiday
December 5, 2026 • Outdoor Highland Christmas Setup
Cozy country Christmas meets Highland charm! Highland Holiday will feature a festive little red barn, greenery, a bench, and a Highland cow for a warm, rustic Christmas feel.
The promotional image was created using AI to bring the full setup together, but the barn prop, Highland cow, and bench shown are the actual pieces that will be used for the session. AI was simply used to combine them into one preview image so you can get a feel for the finished look. The final setup may vary slightly once everything is arranged on location.
Golden Days Fall Mini Sessions 🍂
Sold Out!! Thank you!
There’s something magical about a fall evening on the farm.
Golden Days Fall Mini Sessions take place among open fields, rustic barns, and beautiful golden-hour light—the perfect setting for warm, timeless family photos.
These sessions are relaxed and family-friendly, with plenty of room for little ones to be themselves. We’ll capture a mix of gently posed portraits and those natural in-between moments—the laughs, cuddles, and connections that make your family yours.
🌾 November 7, 2026
📍 Fort Payne, Alabama area
Come dressed in your favorite fall colors and let’s capture this season of your family’s story.
Golden days don't last forever—but the photographs can.
Mini Sessions Made Simple
Mini sessions are short and relaxed portrait sessions designed for updated family photos, children, couples, and seasonal portraits. Most sessions last 10–15 minutes and include a smaller number of edited images while still capturing genuine moments and connection.
Get Early Access to Mini Sessions!
Want first access to upcoming mini sessions before they are announced publicly? Join the Little River Lens LLC VIP email list for early booking access, special offers, location announcements, seasonal session previews, and occasional VIP-only specials. From dreamy Christmas minis to spring flowers and family sessions, VIP members are always the first to know what’s coming next in Fort Payne and Northeast Alabama.
What Families Are Saying
S. Hughes~
We had a wonderful time during our photo session with Lori. She came to our home and immediately made everyone feel comfortable. The kids adored her, and she kept the whole experience light, fun, and completely stress‑free. We laughed so much and ended up with beautiful photos taken in the spots we love most. She absolutely earned our 5‑star review.
H. Leford~
I love having our pictures made with Little river Lens! Lori does a great job! She’s super sweet! She delivers stunning pictures and a great time while taking them!
Capturing the Sweet Seasons of Family Life