Can you believe there are less than 100 days until Christmas?
It might feel like there’s still plenty of time, but we all know how quickly the final months of the year disappear.
One minute you’re getting through the school term, and the next you’re wondering how Christmas arrived so quickly.
So, before the end-of-year rush begins, why not take a moment to capture your family exactly as they are right now?
Not next year.
Not when the kids are a little older.
Now.
And what better way to share those memories than with beautiful family photographs on your Christmas and holiday cards?
Why Take Family Photos Before Christmas?
Christmas cards are more than a yearly greeting.
For many families, they’re a little snapshot of life that year.
They’re sent to grandparents, friends, extended family and the people who may not get to see your family as often as they’d like.
Your children might have grown since the last card.
Your family may have welcomed a new baby.
Perhaps your kids have lost their baby teeth, grown taller, or developed personalities that seem bigger every year.
These little details are what make each year’s Christmas photo special.
As a Brisbane Family Photographer, I love the idea of using the holiday season as a gentle reminder to document these fleeting stages of family life.
Because next Christmas, your family will look a little different.
Capture Your Family While They’re Still This Age
We often think we have plenty of time.
We’ll organise family photos next year.
We’ll do it when everyone’s less busy.
We’ll wait until the children are older.
But children don’t wait.
They grow while we’re busy living everyday life.
The toddler who still reaches for your hand becomes a school-aged child.
The little boy who once fitted perfectly into Dad’s arms suddenly towers over him.
The siblings who spent their days playing together begin developing their own interests and friendships.
And before you know it, another year has passed.
A family photography session gives you a reason to pause and appreciate who your family is today.
Turn Your Family Photos Into Christmas Cards
There’s something particularly lovely about receiving a Christmas card featuring a family you love.
Instead of simply writing Merry Christmas, you’re sharing a little piece of your family’s life.
A favourite family portrait can become:
- Your Christmas or holiday card
- A gift for grandparents
- A framed family photograph
- An update for friends and extended family
- A treasured memory to add to your family’s collection
And years from now, those Christmas cards can become a wonderful visual record of how your family has grown.
Imagine having one photograph from every Christmas, watching your children change from little ones into teenagers and eventually adults.
That’s a pretty special family tradition.
You Don’t Need a Perfect Christmas Photo
Your family doesn’t need to look perfectly coordinated.
The kids don’t need to sit perfectly still.
And everyone certainly doesn’t need to smile at exactly the same time.
Some of the most beautiful family photographs are the ones that capture your family’s real personality.
The giggles.
The cuddles.
The cheeky expressions.
The sibling chaos.
The way Mum and Dad look at their children.
These are the moments that make your family your family.
As a Brisbane Family Photographer, my signature approach is about capturing genuine connection rather than forcing everyone into a perfect pose.
Black & White or Colour Lifestyle Photography?
At Katrina Christ Photographer, our signature style is timeless black and white photography.
Black and white portraits have an elegance that never dates. They’re beautifully suited to Christmas cards, framed family artwork and photographs you’ll want to keep for generations.
For families who want something more relaxed and connected to their surroundings, we also offer colour lifestyle photography.
Your session could take place at home, at your favourite Brisbane park, or by the beach.
The colours, light and surroundings become part of your family’s story.
Whichever style you choose, the goal remains the same: to capture your family naturally, beautifully and authentically.
When Should You Book Your Christmas Family Photos?
If you’d like to use your photographs for Christmas cards, it’s worth planning your session early.
Booking your Brisbane family photography session ahead of the Christmas rush gives you time to:
- Have your family photos taken.
- Choose your favourite images.
- Design and order your Christmas cards.
- Send them to family and friends before the holidays.
And with less than 100 days until Christmas, now is a lovely time to start thinking about it.
This Christmas, Give Them a Little Piece of Your Family
Christmas is about gathering the people we love.
It’s about traditions, connection and remembering what matters.
So this year, rather than worrying about creating the perfect Christmas photograph, simply capture your family as they are.
The little ones.
The growing ones.
The slightly awkward tweens.
The teenagers who aren’t entirely convinced about having their photo taken.
Mum and Dad.
The grandparents.
The family dog who inevitably wants to be included.
Because this is your family in 2026.
And there won’t ever be another Christmas quite like it.
Ready to Capture Your Family Before Christmas?
If you’re looking for a Brisbane Family Photographer to create beautiful, timeless photographs for your Christmas cards and family memories, now is the perfect time to book.
Whether you’re drawn to Katrina’s signature black and white portraits or relaxed colour lifestyle photography, let’s capture the people you love exactly as they are today.
Book your family photography session:
https://katrinachrist.com.au/
Because before Christmas arrives, give yourself the gift of remembering this version of your family. 🤍
