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Private Santa Mini Sessions Los Angeles

Private Santa Mini Sessions in Los Angeles offer 20-minute appointments with Santa for portraits, avoiding mall crowds.

What to Expect

Private Santa sessions with professional portraits

Event Details

Duration

20 minutes per appointment

Ages

All ages

Neighborhood

Tujunga

Timed Entry

Yes

Organizer

Katherine Katsenis

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Local Insight & Ratings

Family Friendly

🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 🎄 (5/5)

Best For

Families seeking a personalized and stress-free santa photo experience

Vibe

Intimate, professional, festive

Energy Level

Low

Budget

$$$

Photo Friendly

📷 📷 📷 📷 📷 (5/5)

Weather Sensitivity

None

Location

Panos Productions Photography
9453 Crystal View Drive
Tujunga, CA
91042

Know Before You Go

  • Tickets: $$$ – Get tickets
  • Pets: Service animals welcome

Tips & Advice

  • Prepare your child beforehand by discussing what they might want to tell Santa, and review the wardrobe guide provided by the photographer to ensure cohesive family photos.
  • Arrive a few minutes early for your 20-minute appointment to allow your child to acclimate to the studio environment before meeting Santa.
  • Consider the types of photos you want (individual child, sibling, full family) and communicate them to the photographer at the start of the session.
  • Since this is a private session, feel free to bring a favorite small toy or prop that might help your child feel more comfortable with Santa.
  • The session fee covers one immediate family; ensure all family members are ready for photos within the allotted time.

Special Events & Promotions

  • Personalized interaction with Santa
  • Eight individually edited digital images included
  • Access to a detailed preparation and wardrobe guide
  • Personal printing rights for digital portraits

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the session fee?

The $397 session fee includes a private 20-minute appointment with Santa, personalized interaction, professional portraits, eight individually edited digital images, and personal printing rights.

Can parents and siblings be included in the photos?

Yes, parents and siblings are welcome and included in the session fee. Children can be photographed individually, together, and with their parents.

What if my child is shy or sensitive?

The photographer, Katie Katsenis, has experience as a special-education teacher and works patiently with children who may need extra time to become comfortable.

How do I book and pay for the session?

Advance booking is required through Eventbrite, but appointment times and payment are completed via the official Panos Productions Photography reservation page.

What is the cancellation or rescheduling policy?

Appointments are governed by the cancellation, illness, and studio-credit policies presented during checkout on the Panos Productions Photography reservation page.

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Last Updated: Sep 20, 2026
Original Submitter: Sep 17, 2025 The Christmas Events Near Me editorial team