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Mini Sessions in the Indianapolis Area 

15-Minute Mini Photoshoots for every Season

Family, Seasonal + Holiday Mini Session Photography

Mini sessions are perfect for Indianapolis families who want updated photos in a shorter, lower-commitment format. The Heart Narrative offers seasonal mini sessions throughout the Indianapolis area, including spring flowers, motherhood, wildflowers, pumpkin patch, tree farm, and studio holiday options.

Looking for a mini session photographer who will capture your heart in little ways all year?

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2026 Indianapolis Mini Sessions:

All Minis Sessions occur around the Indianapolis area, last up to 15 minutes and occur at set dates and locations. THN minis include a full proofing gallery where you choose your favorite 5 hand edited images. Optional upgrades are also available for purchase.

February 28 + March 14

$150, 15 Min, 5 images

Personality Portraits

Spring Minis 2026

$225, 15 minutes, 5 images- upgrade options

April 9

Spring Flowers

April 26

Motherhood

May 17

Spring Minis at Holiday Park

May 23

Graduation Minis

The Mini Session  Questions

What is a Mini Session?

Minis are short, themed with a special set or location in mind that focuses on your family’s love. They take place throughout the year only on select dates and time slots.

How much time are mini sessions?

Most sessions last 15 Minutes- Perfect for kids who lose interest quickly- but don't worry- you'll get PLENTY of images to choose from!

Who can participate?

Because of the short time frame, minis are ideal for couples, seniors, siblings, or immediate families- no extended family.

Why are some mini sessions more expensive than others?

There are a lot of variable factors that play into mini sessions. Generally, cost is raised for mini sessions with a lot of overhead (location rental, sets, assistants, etc), and/or mini sessions that are in high demand.

What should we wear to our minis?

All of my families have exclusive access to Style + Select- my virtual styling service that takes all the guesswork out of purchasing your outfits.

Do I get to choose which images I want from my gallery?

YES! I deliver to your email a custom gallery with ALL of the best images for YOU to choose your favorite 5 from to download with printing rights. Can’t decide? Upgrades are available!

Are there mini sets set up for these sessions?

It depends on the setting and the vibe I'm dreaming each time- I always aim for an joyful mix of natural candid + portraiture- a little something for everyone.

Are there any discount options for your sessions?

If you book 3 sessions with me in the same calendar year, ALL of your sessions will automatically receive an all image upgrade.

Summer Minis 2026

$225-$250, 15 min, 5 images || Upgrade Options!

June 27

Creek Stomp

     Photo thanks to Stouffer’s Farm- THN photos to come!

July 11

Highland Cow

July 24

Wildflowers

August 2

Sunflowers

Fall Minis 2026

$300, 15 min, 5 images || Upgrade Options!

September 19

Pumpkin Patch

October 3

Flat Fork Creek

October 12

Macgregor Park

October 18

Ritchey Woods

Holiday Minis 2026

$325, 15 min, 5 images || Upgrade Options!

September 26

Tree Farm

November 6 + 8

Tree Farm

Dec 5

Studio Loft 18

November 21

Saddle Up
  • Studio Holiday Mini Session Review || The Heart Narrative

    Recommend 10/10! Just recently had our first mini session with Lauren and captured my family (husband and 4 kids) and I beautifully!

    Katie E.

  • Lauren did a wonderful job on our Christmas photos! She is such a sweet and loving person. She was very professional and made sure to delivered our photos on time. I highly recommend her.

    Gail T.

  • Valentines Minis in Indianapolis || The Heart Narrative Review

    Lauren (and her family) are truly amazing!! Lauren did our newborn photos, Christmas photos, and Valentine Mini photos! She has wonderful experience with kiddos and babies alike-and is very dedicated to her clients. I HIGHLY recommend her for ALL your photo dreams! ❤️ She is our photographer for life! We LOVE her!!!

    Valerie S.

  • The Heart Narrative Christmas Mini Review Studio

    We did a 15 minute mini session for Christmas cards and couldn't be happier. Our 2 year old went in nervous and our 3 month old was ready for a nap. But Lauren worked a miracle and we have so many great photos to choose from.

    Veronica R.

  • Fall Mini Session Review | Westfield Minis | The HEart Narrative

    We had a wonderful experience with Lauren doing a mini session with our toddler. Great family photographer!

    Erin G.

  • Summer Mini Session Review | Indianapolis family Mini session, the heart narrative

    Lauren is absolutely amazing! We’ve done three sessions with her over the past couple years. So it was an easy decision when we needed a photographer to capture a coming home session when our second arrives. Lauren has a knack for making your family feel at easy in front of the lens. She is talented at capturing emotion and the character of your family. Her mini sessions are a great value and the perfect number of photos. She is so creative in the props/settings that she uses without it feeling staged. She is also flexible with random extended family members and pets that you may bring to a session. I’d highly recommend Lauren to anyone looking for an outstanding photographer!

    Julie S.

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A happy family of four, including a father, mother, daughter, and son, laughing and playing together in a pumpkin patch during fall.
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A couple sharing a kiss in a sunflower field during sunset.
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A woman in red and white striped pajamas with holiday-themed design is kissing a young child with red hair and blue eyes, also in red and white striped pajamas, on a bed in a cozy room.
Two children, a girl and a boy, are petting a small horse wearing a Santa hat in front of a decorated Christmas tree.
A boy with glasses and a girl with long blonde hair smiling and leaning their heads together outdoors in a park with autumn foliage.
A family of four outdoors, embracing and smiling at the camera during sunset with trees in the background. The mother has curly hair and wears a colorful scarf, the father is dressed in a checkered shirt, the young girl in a pink dress, and the youn
A family of four sitting on a vintage sofa at Koteewii Stables in Cicero decorated for Christmas, with two young children and a dog, and a horse in a stall nearby.
A young boy and a woman, possibly his mother, lying on a blanket outdoors with their foreheads touching and eyes closed.
A couple, with the man kissing the woman's forehead, standing in front of a dark wall decorated with wrapped gift boxes, the woman holding a bouquet of colorful flowers and showing her pregnant belly.
A couple holding hands and walking along a dirt path surrounded by trees with fall foliage, smiling at each other.
A woman with dark hair kissing a smiling girl on the forehead outdoors during fall.
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A baby sitting on a patterned blanket, holding their toes with their hands.
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A happy family of five, including a mother, father, and three children, standing barefoot on a rocky riverbank surrounded by trees, engaging in a joyful moment.
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Family of four enjoying quality time outdoors on a sunny day, with a man spinning a young girl while a woman and a boy watch and smile.
Children playing and posing inside a photo booth with pink, red, and pastel bows, paper hearts, and decorative backgrounds with word 'MINE' on banner.