Pictures with Santa in Salem, MA
Experience the Magic of Christmas at Lightshed Photography Studio
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Celebrate the joy and wonder of the holiday season with pictures with Santa at Lightshed Photography Studio. For many years, we’ve been capturing timeless moments and genuine smiles, creating heirloom-quality portraits that families treasure for a lifetime. Discover why our Santa Sessions sell out every year and how we make taking pictures with Santa an enchanting experience.
More than Pictures with Santa: A Special Moment

What sets our Santa Sessions apart is the unrivaled one-on-one time each child gets to spend with Santa. During our standard 20-minute session, children spend at least five minutes (if not more) with Santa. Opt for our extended session and spend even more time with the big man! We believe in creating intimate, joyful encounters that allow for genuine interactions and heartfelt moments. Whether it’s sharing a Christmas wish or receiving a surprise gift from Santa himself, these sessions are filled with magic and wonder that you can’t find at the mall.
A Growing Tradition
Over the past seven years, our Santa Sessions have evolved to become a beloved tradition for many families in our community. With each passing year, we’ve added more custom background options, extended our time with Santa, and enhanced the overall experience to ensure that every moment is nothing short of special. Your children only believe in Santa for so long, and we believe in savoring every moment of innocent cuteness!
Customize Your Perfect Session
We know all families are different and have varying needs. That’s why we offer multiple options to choose from every step of the way. Do you have a large family with multiple kiddos? Or maybe a child who might not warm up to Santa and the photographer right away? A 45-minute Extended Session might be the best option for you. The experience is all about the kids – we don’t just snap away if they’re not feeling up to it. We always take the time to make each child comfortable and ready for fun! With the option between 20 and 45-minute sessions, families can customize their experience to fit their needs.

Speaking of custom – our holiday sets are unmatched. As soon as one holiday season ends, we’re already thinking up ideas for the next one. We begin planning the holidays as early as January! We curate timeless and fun sets that will stand the test of time in photos. Whether you choose a standard or extended session, you have the freedom to select the sets that best suit your family’s style and personality.
Our Santa Sessions are more than just a photo opportunity – they are a cherished tradition filled with laughter, joy, and the magic of Christmas. Just like Santa, a year’s worth of effort goes into planning these sessions. From set design in January to our campaign to kick off Christmas in July, we take pictures with Santa seriously. These are memories you don’t want to miss out on.
Do you have a special milestone you’d like to capture? We’d love to help you plan a custom photoshoot! Reach out today at (978) 854-5348 or email info@lightshedphoto.com