christmas santa photos brisbane
Welcome to “Christmas at Claus House”.
This year, Christmas isn’t just a backdrop. It’s an experience. Step into the home of Santa and Mrs Claus, where Santa’s boots are sitting by the door, and the fireplace crackles nearby. What can you see outside the window?
Experience our festive Christmas cottage, listen, and take a moment to soak it all in. Every detail invites families to slow down and truly embrace the feeling of Christmas.
Whether you’re a long-time Christmas client or joining us for the first time, we can’t wait to welcome you into the studio and create something truly special for your family this holiday season.
christmas session packages
$295 Standard 20 minute Session
10 Digital Images
-Extra 20 minutes (Book this to include Grandparents, extended family, cousins, friends, or more than 8 people). Contact me before booking if you have more than 12 people altogether.
-Whole gallery digital upgrade is available for $99.
-Extra retouching – skin smoothing, blemishes for the whole gallery $35
join our waitlist for priority booking
Every year we open our waitlist to our Christmas-fanatics, for 1 hour priority access.
You’ll receive an automated text message reminder the day before bookings open, and the booking link at 10am on Saturday 1st August 2026.
Bookings open to the public at 11am, 1st August.
christmas sneak peek
This sneak peek shows backdrops, rugs, toys and items that have been purchased for the set. Styling may appear differently.
view previous christmas photos
christmas bookings open august 2026
christmas is coming!
digital santa christmas photos
If you’re booking a No-Santa day, you can choose to add Santa in digitally, after your session for only $35 per image. (Most no-Santa clients choose 1 image to edit).
We started Digital Santa in 2020, and news quickly spread! We were interviewed on 97.3fm radio, ABC Brisbane and the Daily Mail, and were invited to record Christmas podcasts with Christmas Podding!
Our Christmas Santa sessions quickly went viral around the world!
Our Digital Santa (below) is so lifelike … it’s almost magic.
previous years photos
We’ve photographed thousands of children and adults for Christmas, and we love it!! Hundreds of beautiful families come back year after year, to gather and celebrate, visit Santa, and ooh and ahh over our magic Christmas designs.
meet your photographer
Hi, I’m Claire, your Christmas photographer!
I’m the crazy excitement behind this shindig, and I just love everything Christmas! It’s my absolute fave time of the year, and I absolutely love building, creating, and styling our beautiful Christmas sets to share with my clients every year.
This year I’ve created my own sets, printed the backdrops, and will be styling with our Christmas furniture and finishes!
Christmas sessions started many years ago, with a few clients coming over for some very basic Christmas photos.
During Covid, I embarked on a “digital Santa”, and was found and promoted by ABC Brisbane, 97.3fm radio, The Daily Mail, and had a few interviews and podcasts.
This year in 2025, we will have over 100 families through our studio doors for Christmas. It’s our favourite time of year, and I love it SO much.
Christmas doesn’t stop after your session!
Come back for a drive-by in December, while we add a few thousands lights to our home every year. I have big plans for this year, but sshhhh, don’t tell my husband, haha! (He thinks we have enough already).
christmas & santa photos questions
LOCATION
Q: Where is your studio?
A: Murrumba Downs, Brisbane Northside
INCLUSIONS
Q: How much are the photos?
A: Christmas 2026 sessions are $295 with 10 Digital Images. Whole digital upgrade is $99.
Q: What if I want extras?
A: No problems! You can purchase extras after you see your gallery. Individual $40 each. Whole gallery upgrade is $99.
SET AND DESIGN
Q: Will the set change before the day?
A: Most items in the sneak peek image have been purchased for the Christmas set. Furniture and styling will not be finalised until close to the day. Use these colours as a guide, and start assembling your outfits!
DATES
Q: What dates are the photos?
A: Christmas 2026 dates are TBC – held around November/December.
Q: I can’t make those dates.
A: Weekdays are available too.
Q: I need to reschedule our date.
A: We are only available until our last Christmas date – TBC.
SANTA
Q: I’ve booked a Santa session, what do I get?
A: Santa will be here on 2 days in November 2026. Dates are TBC.
Q: What if my child doesn’t like Santa?
A: We roll with it! We won’t know how kids will react, and that’s half the fun, photographing what happens. I have plenty of screaming photos of my kids too! We don’t offer refunds, so please be flexible and understanding.
Q: What if we don’t want Santa in our Santa photos?
A: Santa may be able to step away for a few minutes, but we don’t have time to move him around the set all day.
SICKNESS
Q: What if we’re sick on the day?
A: That’s something we can’t help, however, if you’re sick on the day, we can’t rebook your session so you WILL NOT be refunded. There may be the option of rescheduling to a weekday. If you’re sick, let us know asap, and stay home.
We only keep a few times available for sick/rescheduled sessions. If you cannot make a rescheduled session, you will not be refunded.
If you arrive sick, your session may be terminated on the spot with no refund.
If you are sick or do not make your session, you will not be refunded.
Q: What if the photographer is sick on the day?
A: This has happened to me before, which is why I have other Photographers ready to go as backups.
CANCELLATIONS
Q: We need to cancel our session.
A: Cancellations/refunds are not available within 14 days of your session date. Please refer to your contract for terms and conditions.
$50 Admin Fee applies to manual cancellations.
EDITING CHANGES
Q: I would like more editing.
A: All Christmas photos are run through a very light editing program, however if you would like blemishes removed or skin edited, please add this on for $35. This includes removing blemishes, flaws, under-eye bags, double-chins. This is an add-on.
CAN I BRING PETS
Q: Can I bring pets?
A: Sorry NO pets will be allowed in our 2026 sets.
OTHER
Q: What if I’m late?
A: If you’re late, delayed, etc, you will either miss your time slot, or it will be very tight! We have back-to-back bookings all day so we can’t fit in late arrivals. Please plan to arrive EARLY.
Q: What if my child/family knocks over something and breaks it?
A: Mistakes happen, but very expensive equipment is in our studio, costing into the thousands! Please keep your children calm and close to you. We are fully insured, but intentional harming of our equipment or sets will result in removing you from the set and possible legal action.
Anymore questions I haven’t answered? Pop me an email and I’ll be in touch. x
claire@thenewbornstudio.com.au
0419 657 120
Book your Santa photos in Brisbane today and make magical memories that last a lifetime. With beautifully styled sets, a relaxed and fun atmosphere, and plenty of Christmas cheer, our Santa sessions are perfect for families, kids, and Grandparents!
Don’t miss out—spots fill quickly every year. Bookings open August!