Family fall mini session at Liberty State Park Father lifting his child during a fall family session
Parents playing with their baby during a fall family session Baby with the family dog during a fall session
Children laughing and playing together during a family session Child running and laughing during a fall family session
Toddler running and smiling during a fall family photo session Family in golden fall light at Liberty State Park
Mother holding her daughter during a fall family session Couple with their dog during a fall session

Jersey City Fall Family Mini Sessions

Family photos that stay.

Four days only · October 18, 24, 25 & November 1 Liberty State Park

See the experience ↓

Fall looks good on your family.

Two fathers playing with their children during a fall family session

Everyone talks over each other. Nobody is standing where you told them to. The little day to day moments you don't think to write down but always want to remember.

I will guide you through it, find the light, and help everyone get comfortable. This is not about lining up and smiling on cue. There will be movement and real laughs. That is usually where the good photographs come from.

All families welcome! See available sessions ↓

This is what our
session can look like.

A look at all the fun from past family sessions.

Here is THE PLAN.

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20 minutes together at Liberty State Park.

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Your full proofing gallery, delivered within 5 days.

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15 edited photographs of your choice, with the option to purchase more if narrowing it down to 15 feels impossible.

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A short guide on outfits and planning, sent ahead of time.

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Pets are always welcome.

$247
Your session

A 50% deposit reserves your date. The rest is due the day of your session.

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Want six more PHOTOS?

Refer someone who has not booked with me before. When they reserve a fall session, I will add six photographs to your collection.

Just have them mention your name when they book.

Family laughing together during a fall mini session

From someone who has done this before.

“We had the most wonderful time at our fall mini session. Penelope made everything so easy and fun, even with our three year old giggling the whole time. She captured the real us, not some stiff family portrait. The golden light, the fall colors, and those candid moments of our kids running around are everything I hoped for and more.”
Penelope Santana, Jersey City photographer

Behind the camera

Meet Penelope.

I'm a Jersey City–based wedding and family photographer. My work blends documentary observation with an editorial eye, always rooted in real connection and the moments that happen naturally between people.

I'll offer direction when it helps, and step back when the moment is already happening, leaving room for your family to move, play, and simply be together.

More about me →

READY? Here is what happens next.

01

Choose your session

Pick the date and time that works for your family. A 50% deposit holds your spot. The rest is due the day of your session, by Venmo or cash.

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Check your inbox

A confirmation with your session details will be there once you book.

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Get ready

A week before your session, you will get the outfit guide and the exact meeting point at Liberty State Park.

Any questions before booking?

Reach me at penelopesphoto@gmail.com .

BOOK YOUR SESSION Choose your time while it’s available.

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Sessions are booked first come, first served.

See you at the park. 🍂