Banner for Sandi Studio's 'Mini Christmas Session', showing a collage of two festive photos: a young girl with glasses decorating at a table, and two young boys smiling together over a gingerbread man.

This year, Christmas will be truly magical!🌟

Experience the wonder of our limited edition Christmas Mini-Sessions at Sandi Studio. Four enchanting sets, one unforgettable memory.

Choose Your Perfect Christmas Experience

We’ve created three enchanting packages to capture your family’s festive story. All packages include access to our four magical sets and a private online gallery to view and select your favourite images.

Mini
Package

£99

Perfect for beautiful Christmas cards and sharing online.

 

  • Up to 45-minute photoshoot in our festive studio at Poundbury
  • 1 outfit change to create a variety of looks
  • Your chosen 3 fully-edited high-resolution digital images, perfect for sharing and printing
  • Private online gallery for easy viewing and downloading of your images
  • Each additional digital image £30
A happy young girl with glasses decorating festive cookies during her Christmas photoshoot at Sandi Studio in Poundbury.

Silver
Package

£139

Our most popular choice, with digital files and prints for gifting.

 

  • Up to 60 -minute photoshoot in our festive studio at Poundbury
  • 1 outfit change to create a variety of looks
  • Your chosen 5 fully-edited high-resolution digital images, perfect for sharing and printing
  • 5 prints (6×8”)
  • Private online gallery for easy viewing and downloading of your images
  • Additional photos: £25 per photo

Golden
Package

£199

The ultimate experience with more time, more variety, and beautiful prints for your home.

 

  • Up to 90-minute photoshoot in our festive studio at Poundbury
  • 1- 2 outfit changes to create a diverse collection of portraits
  • Your chosen 8fully-edited high-resolution digital images, perfect for sharing and printing
  • 8 prints (6×8”)
  • 1 large print (8×12”)
  • Private online gallery for easy viewing and downloading of your images
  • Additional photos: £20 per photo
A collage of cherished Christmas memories from Sandi Studio, showcasing genuine portraits of young girls. It includes a close-up happy smile, a playful moment with a vintage telephone, and two girls sitting together in a festive, warmly lit setting.

More Than Just a Photo. It’s a Cherished Christmas Memory.

We’ve transformed our Poundbury studio into a festive haven away from the holiday rush. Here, your family can simply relax, play, and be yourselves. We focus on capturing the genuine laughter and connection that makes your family unique.

Experience the Magic in Motion

Words and photos can only say so much. See for yourself the genuine laughter, the festive fun, and the beautiful, authentic moments we captured during our past Christmas sessions. This is what the Sandi Studio magic looks and feels like.

Step Inside the Magic:

Our Four 2025 Christmas Sets

A toddler and a baby sitting together inside the decorated Magic Wardrobe set during their whimsical Christmas mini session in Dorchester.
The Magic Wardrobe

A returning favourite adored by so many children! This cozy, warm setup is filled with enchanting props for little ones to explore, perfect for capturing those pure, whimsical portraits.

A young girl concentrating on decorating a gingerbread cookie during the interactive Gingerbread Station Christmas mini session in Dorchester.
The Gingerbread Station

Get ready for sweet smiles and a little bit of festive fun! This interactive station, with its twinkling lights and gingerbread houses, is the perfect backdrop for heartwarming and playful family photos.

A young girl in an elegant Christmas setting, gently holding a festive gnome ornament during a photoshoot in The Evergreen Elegance set at Sandi Studio in Poundbury.
The Winter Nook

Our first surprise! We’ve created the ultimate cozy corner, designed for warm snuggles, classic Christmas stories, and capturing the most intimate and loving family moments.

A beautiful portrait of a young girl holding a snow globe, captured during a magical and cozy Christmas mini session in Dorchester.
Winter Wonderland

Wrapped in the warmth of the holiday season! This set features a charming bench, soft lighting, and frosted greenery, offering a rustic and intimate space for genuine, heartwarming photos.

Choose Your Perfect Christmas Experience

We’ve created three enchanting packages to capture your family’s festive story. All packages include access to our four magical sets and a private online gallery to view and select your favourite images.

Mini
Package

£99

Perfect for beautiful Christmas cards and sharing online.

 

  • Up to 45-minute photoshoot in our festive studio at Poundbury
  • 1 outfit change to create a variety of looks
  • Your chosen 3 fully-edited high-resolution digital images, perfect for sharing and printing
  • Private online gallery for easy viewing and downloading of your images
  • Each additional digital image £30
A happy young girl with glasses decorating festive cookies during her Christmas photoshoot at Sandi Studio in Poundbury.

Silver
Package

£139

Our most popular choice, with digital files and prints for gifting.

 

  • Up to 60 -minute photoshoot in our festive studio at Poundbury
  • 1 outfit change to create a variety of looks
  • Your chosen 5 fully-edited high-resolution digital images, perfect for sharing and printing
  • 5 prints (6×8”)
  • Private online gallery for easy viewing and downloading of your images
  • Additional photos: £25 per photo

Golden
Package

£199

The ultimate experience with more time, more variety, and beautiful prints for your home.

 

  • Up to 90-minute photoshoot in our festive studio at Poundbury
  • 1- 2 outfit changes to create a diverse collection of portraits
  • Your chosen 8fully-edited high-resolution digital images, perfect for sharing and printing
  • 8 prints (6×8”)
  • 1 large print (8×12”)
  • Private online gallery for easy viewing and downloading of your images
  • Additional photos: £20 per photo

See the Joy from Last Year’s Christmas Magic

Don’t just take our word for it. Here is a glimpse of the beautiful moments we captured and the kind words from families who joined us for their festive photos last Christmas.

A magical portrait of a young girl with a feather pen from a Christmas mini session, an example of the artistic photos loved by Sandi Studio clients.

The atmosphere in the studio was wonderful and you could really feel the magic of the upcoming Christmas. The photos are beautiful and will be a wonderful memory for us. Every background in the studio is amazing. Sandra is really great at what she does and you can see that she does it with great passion. Thank you very much for the wonderful time spent in the studio and the beautiful session

Camila
Two brothers writing a letter to Santa during their classic Christmas mini session, showcasing the beautiful results clients receive at Sandi Studio in Dorchester.

We were lucky to have a Christmas photoshoot with Sandi and wow!! Her studio was decorated beautifully with a classic, timeless, vintage feel which made for the most gorgeous photos. She warmed quickly to our children and they had so much fun playing and exploring their surroundings, making for natural photographs which captured their personalities. We cannot wait to book in again!

Sophie
A happy girl holding a giant lollipop in a beautiful portrait from a Sandi Studio Christmas mini session in Dorchester, featured in our client reviews.

The photos are stunning I’m over the moon! Thank you so much for- we will be back in the future thank you!

Georgia
Collage of three portraits from Sandi Studio's Christmas mini sessions in Dorchester, showing girls smiling, posing elegantly, and playing with a vintage phone.

Globally Recognised Quality, Right Here in Poundbury

 

We are incredibly proud that our 2024 Christmas Mini Sessions have been internationally recognised. Our work was placed in the Top 7% Worldwide at the 35AWARDS, chosen from over 12,700 entries from 81 countries.

We are so excited to bring this global standard of award-winning photography to your family’s festive portraits in Dorchester.

Everything You Need to Know

We want your Christmas session to be as joyful and seamless as possible. We’ve gathered answers to a few common questions below to help you prepare for the magic. If your question isn’t answered here, please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

What should our family wear?

We recommend comfortable, cozy clothing in coordinating colours (not necessarily matching!). Think warm knits, textures, and neutral or festive tones like creams, browns, deep reds, or forest greens. Christmas pyjamas are also a wonderful and fun option! Once you book, you will receive our full prep guide with more tips and inspiration.

Where is the studio located?

Our warm and cozy studio is located at Unit A, 1 Crown Gate, Poundbury, DT1 3EJ. We will send detailed directions and parking information prior to your session.

When should we arrive for our session?

Please arrive at your scheduled time. As we run back-to-back sessions and do not have a waiting area, we cannot accommodate early arrivals. Arriving on time ensures you get to enjoy your full session slot.

Can we include grandparents or other relatives?

Absolutely! We love including extended family to make the photos even more special. Our Silver and Golden packages are best suited for larger groups. Please note that our sessions are designed for up to five people; for larger groups, please contact us for a custom quote.

When and how will we get our photos?

You will receive a link to your private online proofing gallery within 2 weeks of your session. From there, you can select your favourite images included in your package. Your final, fully-edited high-resolution images will be ready for you to download shortly after you make your selection.

What is your cancellation policy if my child is sick?

We understand that illness happens! Please notify us at least 24 hours in advance, and we will be happy to reschedule your session to a new date. Cancellations with less than 24 hours’ notice will forfeit the deposit, except in exceptional circumstances.

What if we love all the photos and want more than our package includes?

This is a wonderful problem to have, and it happens often! You will be able to view all the best images from your session in your proofing gallery, and you can easily purchase additional digital images at the rate specified in your package.

A precious sleeping newborn photographed in a festive basket, a reminder of the fleeting moments to capture at a Christmas mini session in Dorchester.

Christmas Memories Are Fleeting. Let’s Capture Yours Forever.

Our diary for autumn is filling up incredibly fast, and these popular Christmas sessions have very limited availability. To ensure we can create a magical experience for every family, we can only offer a small number of spots.

Reserve your family’s session today to avoid disappointment and give yourself the gift of a beautiful, stress-free memory this Christmas.