Christmas magic is coming to Rae Studios! This year, The Rae Studios Christmas Experience will feature FOUR beautifully styled holiday sets, each offering its own unique Christmas look and feel.
Choose from three indoor studio sets or a beautiful outdoor Christmas set at Glass & Grace Studio. From timeless and elegant to cozy and festive, there’s an option for every family and every Christmas style.
And for a little extra Christmas magic, Santa will be making a special appearance on TWO of our sets! 🎅🏼❤️
These sessions are perfect for capturing those sweet Santa interactions and creating memories your little ones will remember for years to come.
Please note: Each Christmas Experience is booked by individual set. Your reservation includes the ONE set you select at booking, allowing you to choose the Christmas experience that best fits your family. If you'd like photos on more than one set, each set will need to be booked separately.
Whether you're continuing a yearly tradition, celebrating your baby's first Christmas, or simply want beautiful updated family portraits, I cannot wait to capture a little Christmas magic for you this season. ✨
Choose your set below and make this Christmas one to remember. 🎄
CHOOSE YOUR SET HERE
PEPPERMINT CAROUSEL CHRISTMAS: SANTA EXPERIENCE
$160
Sessions are 15 minutes and include 4 edited digital downloads.
📍 Southside Corpus Christi
🎄November 8th & 14TH
🎅🏼 Santa will be present
⏰ November 8th Sessions available from 12:00 PM–1:45 PM
⏰ November 14th Sessions available from 1:00 PM–3:00 PM
Step into a Christmas scene filled with whimsy, nostalgia, and a little bit of North Pole magic! Our Peppermint Carousel Christmas set features classic Christmas reds, creamy whites, lush greenery, peppermint details, beautiful draping, and vintage carousel-inspired touches for a playful yet timeless holiday look.
And of course, Santa will be joining us! 🎅🏼✨ This set is perfect for capturing those magical Santa moments, whether your little one is running into his arms, sharing their Christmas list, or meeting him for the very first time.
Golden Garland Arch
$130
15 minutes, and include 3 edited digital downloads.
📍 Southside Corpus Christi
🎄 November 15th | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
🎄 November 28th | 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
✨ No Santa
Soft, elegant, and beautifully timeless, our Golden Garland Arch is perfect for families wanting Christmas portraits with a warm and classic feel. Featuring towering Christmas trees, soft twinkle lights, lush greenery, warm neutrals, and touches of gold, this set creates a cozy Christmas look without being overly traditional.
With its neutral color palette, this set is perfect for families, couples, children, and milestone Christmas portraits and coordinates beautifully with everything from holiday dresses to cozy neutral outfits.
This is a Santa-free set, allowing the focus to stay completely on you and your family. 🤍
St Nick's Stable
$130
15 minutes, and include 3 edited digital downloads.
📍 Southside Corpus Christi
🎄 November 15th | 1:30 PM–3:30 PM
🎄 November 28th | 1:30 PM–3:30 PM
🎅🏼 No Santa
Step into a cozy, rustic Christmas with Saint Nick’s Stable! Featuring snow-covered Christmas trees, warm twinkle lights, rustic barn doors, garland, lanterns, wrapped presents, and charming stable-inspired details, this set brings together the warmth of a country Christmas with a little North Pole magic.
The neutral whites and warm wood tones with touches of classic Christmas red make this a beautiful option for families, couples, and children. Dress it up in your Christmas best or keep it cozy with boots, denim, and holiday sweaters!
PEPPERMINT CAROUSEL CHRISTMAS: NO SANTA
$130
Sessions are 15 minutes and include 3 edited digital downloads.
📍 Southside Corpus Christi
🎄November 22nd & 27th
🎅🏼 NO SANTA
⏰ November 22nd Sessions available from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
⏰ November 27th Sessions available from 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
Step into a Christmas scene filled with whimsy, nostalgia, and a little bit of North Pole magic! Our Peppermint Carousel Christmas set features classic Christmas reds, creamy whites, lush greenery, peppermint details, beautiful draping, and vintage carousel-inspired touches for a playful yet timeless holiday look. This option is for families who do not want Santa photos.
GLASS & GRACE: SANTA EXPERIENCE
$160
15 minutes and includes 4 edited digital downloads.
📍 Glass & Grace Studio | Sandia, Texas
Located just outside of Calallen
🎄 November 8th (SOLD OUT) & November 22nd
🎅🏼 Santa will be present
⏰ Sessions available from 3:00 PM–5:45 PM
Limited spots available — once they're gone, they're gone!
Inspired by the Christmases in Germany, The Glass & Grace set will bring the warmth and magic of a traditional European Christmas to South Texas. While the photo shown is simply inspiration, expect a beautifully styled setting filled with Christmas trees, lush greenery, warm golds, soft whites, and touches of classic Christmas red.
And to make the experience even more magical, Santa will be joining us! 🎅🏼 Capture those sweet smiles, excited little faces, and timeless moments with Santa in a setting designed to feel warm, nostalgic, and full of Christmas wonder.
MEET OUR SANTA
Santa Mike
We are so excited to welcome Santa Mike to The Rae Studios Christmas Experience!
When choosing our Santa, it was incredibly important to us to find someone who is not only wonderful with children, but who truly understands them. Santa Mike has been an Occupational Therapist for 28 years and currently works with children from newborn to 3 years old every single day. His years of experience give him a special ability to meet little ones where they are, helping create a Santa experience that feels patient, gentle, and fun.
As a dad to two girls, Santa Mike also knows just how quickly these magical childhood years pass. Whether your little one runs straight into Santa’s arms, needs a little extra time to warm up, or would rather admire him from a safe distance, there is no pressure for the “perfect” Santa photo. We want each child to experience the moment in a way that feels comfortable for them.
Our goal is to capture more than just a picture with Santa—we want to capture the wonder, excitement, curiosity, and magic of believing. 🎄✨
We can’t wait for your family to meet Santa Mike and experience a little Christmas magic with us! 🎅🏼❤️