Family sessions with Karissa Leigh Designs in Appleton are $290 or $390. The 30 Minute Session is $290 and includes 15 edited images. The Full Hour Session is $390 and includes 30 edited images, plus access to the client closet. Both include a private online gallery and a full print release, and both can take place in the Appleton studio or at a favorite spot around the Fox Valley.
Appleton Family Sessions at a Glance
Appleton sessions happen during scheduled trips, so dates are limited. Here is how the two sessions compare.
| Session | Price | Time | Edited Images | What Is Included |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Minute Session | $290 | 30 minutes | 15 | Studio or outdoor location, private online gallery, full print release |
| Full Hour Session | $390 | 1 hour | 30 | Studio or outdoor location, client closet access, private online gallery, full print release, additional images $25 each |
Prices shown before sales tax. You can see every Appleton session on the investment page.
What Changes the Price
The difference between $290 and $390 comes down to a few things.
Session Length
Thirty minutes is a relaxed fit for a small family, a milestone update, or one great photo for the holiday card. An hour gives little ones time to warm up, leaves room for an outfit change, and lets Karissa catch the in between moments: the piggyback ride, the belly laugh, the toddler who finally wanders back for a hug.
Number of Edited Images
The 30 Minute Session includes 15 edited images and the Full Hour Session includes 30. If you fall in love with more of them once you see your gallery, additional images are $25 each. If you already know you want an album or a gallery wall, the full hour gives you the most to choose from.
The Client Closet
The Full Hour Session includes access to the client closet. If coordinating outfits for the whole family feels like the hardest part, this takes most of that off your plate. Let Karissa know sizes when you book so she can set aside a few options.
Prints and Wall Art
Think about where these photos will live before your session. A canvas over the fireplace needs a different frame than a holiday card or an album for the grandparents. Tell Karissa what you are picturing, and she will plan poses and spacing around the prints you actually want, then walk you through the printed options in your gallery.
When to Book
Because Karissa photographs Appleton families during scheduled trips, each trip has a set number of openings, and they tend to go to the families who ask first. If you have a season in mind, reach out as soon as you know. Fall is the favorite, with color in the trees and cool, comfortable evenings. Why Fall is the Best Season for Family Photos in Appleton WI covers the light, the locations, and why booking early matters.
When you send a request, Karissa will reply within 24 hours to confirm your date falls within an Appleton trip. Once your request is approved, payment completes your booking.
Questions Families Ask About Cost
Do family session prices include sales tax?
No. Family sessions are priced before sales tax.
Why are Appleton dates limited?
Karissa photographs Appleton families during scheduled trips. When you send a request, she will reply within 24 hours to confirm your date falls within an Appleton trip.
Can I buy more images after the session?
Yes. Once you see your gallery, additional edited images are $25 each.
How do I choose between 30 minutes and a full hour?
Start with two questions. Which photo would you be heartbroken not to have? And where will these photos live: a canvas over the fireplace, an album for the grandparents, or your holiday cards? A single card photo fits a 30 minute session. A wall of prints or a full album usually needs the hour.
When will we see our photos?
Sneak peeks arrive within a few days of your session, and your full gallery is usually ready within three weeks.
If you are not sure which session fits your family, Karissa is happy to talk it through before you decide. What season are you hoping for?
