A Holiday Tradition Like No Other
Sessions sell out every year...
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saturday, november 15th
from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
From the moment your family walks through the door, Santa will already know your children’s names, favorite things, and a few magical secrets
(he is Santa, after all!).
Your little ones can read a story with Santa, share their wish list and soak in every magical detail.
Families are welcome to step in for portraits together — with or without Santa.
Why Choose Us for Your Santa Experience?
1) Meet the Best Santa in Orange County
2) A Convenient & Beautiful Studio Location
3) A Fully Decorated, Magazine-Worthy Holiday Set
4) A Full-Service Experience, Even for Santa Sessions
5) Designed for All Children
6) An Experience You’ll Look Forward to Every Year
When you book a Santa session with us, you’re not just scheduling a few minutes in front of a camera — you’re giving your family a one-of-a-kind holiday tradition, crafted with care, attention to detail, and a whole lot of magic.
We are proud to work with the best Santa in Orange County — a real-life special education teacher who brings unmatched patience, warmth, and kindness to every child he meets. Whether your little one runs straight into his arms or needs a moment to warm up, Santa knows exactly how to connect. His calm, joyful presence ensures every child feels comfortable, seen, and truly special.
Our studio is located in the heart of Old Town Tustin, surrounded by charming shops and restaurants, with easy access from anywhere in Orange County. It’s a stress-free, easy-to-find location with convenient parking — so you can arrive relaxed and ready for holiday magic.
Step into a warm, festive wonderland that looks like it belongs in a holiday magazine. Our set is fully decorated with thoughtful touches — twinkling trees, cozy textures, and elegant holiday details (and no fake backdrops) — so your photos will look timeless and beautiful without any extra effort on your part.
We believe every client deserves the same level of care and attention we put into our signature portrait work. That means:
- A carefully planned, stress-free process from booking to delivery
- Personalized details (like letters from Santa and custom touches for your session)
- Beautifully edited final images and heirloom-quality keepsakes you’ll treasure for years
- Clear communication and priority service so you always know what’s next
Because our Santa is a seasoned special education teacher, we are confident in our ability to work with children of all temperaments, personalities, and needs. Our environment is calm, welcoming, and flexible — whether your child is excited, shy, or needs extra time.
Our sessions are about so much more than photos. They’re about preserving the joy, wonder, and magic of childhood in a way you can revisit year after year. Parents often tell us their kids talk about “Santa at the studio” long after the holidays are over.
MORE ABOUT THE LEGACY EXPERIENCE
MORE ABOUT the classic experience
The legacy experience
The classic experience
only 3 spots available!
10 magical minutes!
This is the ultimate holiday memory — an extended, fully personalized visit with Santa, captured in both stunning portraits and a video you’ll watch year after year. Your children will be greeted as old friends, share stories, enjoy milk & cookies, and leave with a keepsake gift from Santa himself. Every moment — every giggle, hug, and sparkle — preserved forever.
Skip the mall chaos and step into a cozy, private holiday scene where your children can share their wish list, giggle with Santa, and capture timeless portraits you’ll treasure long after the season ends.
reserve my legacy experience
the legacy
santa experience
$995
The Ultimate Holiday Memory, Preserved Forever
What's Included:
Why the Legacy Experience Is Unlike Anything Else
For three lucky families each year, we open our doors to something truly extraordinary — the Santa Legacy Experience. This is not just a session. It’s a fully immersive holiday story, designed for families who want every smile, every giggle, and every twinkle of the season beautifully documented.
From the moment you arrive, Santa will already know your children’s names, favorite things, and a few delightful secrets. They’ll read together, share wish lists, enjoy milk & cookies, and even receive a keepsake gift from Santa himself. And you’ll have it all — in both fine art portraits and video — to revisit year after year.
The best part? This Legacy Experience is customizable to your unique family. Want Santa to give your child a special gift they asked for? Or have him bring out a special keepsake that only Santa would know about? Let us help you truly make this the most magical holiday season for you and your children!
- 20-minute extended private session
- Full gallery of edited digital images
- Session highlight video
- Milk & cookies with Santa
- Personalized letter & gift from Santa
- 6x6 (5)-page album
- Priority image editing
- Family portraits with and without Santa
- Option to personalize your session to your unique family
- Priority booking for Santa’s 2026 experience
- Twice the session time for a relaxed, joyful flow
- A keepsake video you’ll treasure for decades
- Exclusive keepsakes that become part of your family’s holiday traditions
- Ultra-limited availability — only 3 spots for undivided attention
(only 3 spots available)
reserve my classic experience
the classic
santa experience
starting at $295
A Cozy Holiday Moment Without the Mall Madness
What's Included:
Why Families Love the Classic Santa Experience
Forget the long lines, rushed photos, and generic setups. The Classic Santa Experience is a peaceful, private visit with Santa in our beautifully styled holiday set — a space where your children can truly connect with the magic of the season.
For ten magical minutes, your child will share their wish list, chat with Santa, and enjoy the sparkle of the holidays — without distractions, without crowds, and without feeling rushed. Parents are welcome to join in for a portrait!
- 10-minute private session in our festive holiday set
- 5 beautifully edited digital images
- Option to purchase additional images or upgrade to the full gallery
- Parents welcome to join for portraits with Santa
- Letter & gift from Santa for your child
- Online gallery delivered within 2–3 weeks
- Perfect for younger children with shorter attention spans
- Private time with Santa means no stress and no strangers watching
- Just the right amount of time to create beautiful portraits without rushing
- A cherished tradition that’s easy to fit into your holiday schedule
(spots go quickly!)
Holiday Artwork & Keepsakes
Don't forget the
(remember these moments for years to come)
Frames & Wall Art
Showcase your favorite Santa portraits in museum-quality frames. Whether displayed year-round or brought out each December, these pieces bring the magic of your session back to life every holiday season.
Our handcrafted albums tell the full story of your visit with Santa — from the first smile to the last hug goodbye. Made with fine art paper and custom covers, they’re designed to last for generations.
Each ornament features your favorite Santa portrait, beautifully printed and ready to hang. Imagine unwrapping it each year and remembering exactly how small they were, and how big their smiles.
Heirloom Albums
Keepsake Ornaments
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legacy experience
book my classic santa session
Your portraits aren’t just for today — they’re meant to become part of your family’s holiday traditions. Here are some of the stunning ways we can transform your images into keepsakes you’ll enjoy for years to come.
reserve my legacy experience
book my classic santa session
how long is my visit with santa?
Can parents join the photos?
What if my child is shy or nervous?
What should we wear?
Will the set be decorated?
Can I bring a special item to include in the photos?
When will we receive our photos and video?
What if we need to reschedule or cancel?
are dogs welcome?
Do these sessions sell out?
Legacy Experience: 20 minutes of private time with Santa, plus time for family portraits with or without Santa. Classic Experience: 10 minutes of private time with Santa. Both are designed to be long enough to capture natural moments, but short enough to keep children engaged.
Yes! Parents are welcome in both the Legacy and Classic sessions. We’ll capture a mix of portraits with just the kids and with the whole family.
Our Santa is a special education teacher with years of experience working with children of all personalities and needs. He is incredibly patient, kind, and skilled at helping even the shyest child warm up. But even if your child is reserved throughout the session, you'll still capture this snapshot of time and remember your child's unique personality during this holiday season.
Every year we send out a wardrobe and style guide for those families joining us for our Santa Experience, so you'll get some great ideas and inspiration!
You can go festive or classic — from cozy matching pajamas to formal holiday outfits. Neutral tones, jewel tones, or rich holiday colors photograph beautifully against our fully decorated set.
Yes! Our holiday set is professionally styled with festive, timeless décor and little details that make your portraits truly magical — no extra props needed. We use real trees, real furniture (and no pretend backdrops!) to make the experience feel truly elevated and real.
If you’re booking the Legacy Experience, we can fully personalize your session with unique touches that hold special meaning for your children and family.
Legacy Experience: Priority editing — gallery delivered first.
Classic Experience: Galleries delivered within 2–3 weeks.
You’ll receive a private online gallery where you can download your included images and purchase extras.
Because of the limited nature of these sessions, all bookings are non-refundable and non-transferable. You may gift your spot to another family, but we must receive their completed contract before the session date.
100% YES! We (and Santa) absolutely love dogs and welcome them into our studio all year long!
Yes! We sell out every year — often within days — especially for our Legacy Experience, which has only 3 spots available.
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We are a full-service photography studio located in Old Town Tustin in the heart of Orange County. We specialize in families, graduating seniors, newborn and motherhood photography.
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Thank for considering your Santa Experience with Jennifer Imus Photography!
Jen has been serving local Tustin families since 2009. She has a studio located in Old Town Tustin and specializes in moms, newborns, children, families and graduating seniors.
As a mom to two kids in college, Jen knows first hand how quickly the time goes with our children at home. She’s passionate about capturing gorgeous imagery of parents and their kids and preserving those images in heirloom frames and albums.