Are you the kind of person who likes to be surprised during the holidays or do you prefer to tell your loved ones exactly what you want? I’m a little bit of both—I like to give my family a few options and then I can still be surprised by what they choose on Christmas morning. 

Whether you’re hoping to surprise a photographer this holiday or you’re a photographer wanting to get ideas for your own Christmas list, this blog is for you!

Five Thoughtful Christmas Gifts for Photographers 

The Planner for Photographers

Newborn, family, and motherhood photographers: Imagine having everything you need for your business in one beautiful planner, designed specifically for you! From tracking inquiries to planning sessions and keeping up with your editing queue, this fillable planner has it all. Stay organized with monthly and weekly calendars, client workflows, location scouting,  newborn due date trackers, and so much more. With a beautiful and clean aesthetic, it’s a gift that will keep on giving all year round. You can pre-order a photographer’s dream planner HERE just in time for the new year. 

Free Babysitting

This one is especially for those photographer mommas (and dads) out there! As a mom of three and a full-time business owner, I can’t stress the importance of quality child care enough. In the early days, when I was still growing my business, having my parents or in-laws take the kids for a morning (or even a weekend!) was absolutely essential to my success. Sometimes, it allowed me to book more sessions on the weekend or it gave me a few extra hours to edit a gallery. I could not have grown my business to what it is today without their support. Gifting (or receiving) a coupon for free babysitting can really make a difference!

Ana Dufreche Photography Courses and Mentorships

Just over four years ago, I started my photography business and built it into a full-time job. It has been one of the greatest joys of my life to turn my hobby into a career that supports my family and brings joy to so many other families! I created my education resources to help other photographers achieve their dreams and have already helped so many amazing clients step-up their businesses. Whether you are looking for social media marketing coaching, one-on-one mentorship, or access to resources on editing, posing, Instagram, and more, I offer affordable options for everyone. Give a photographer you love the gift of a truly thriving business! 

Custom & Cozy Gear

Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a seasoned professional, the little details can be sources of joy and inspiration. Storefronts like Etsy offer adorable and thoughtful products that you can customize for the photographer in your life. Try this personalized leather camera strap, this leather SD card holder, or a piece of custom wall art for a photography studio.  

And while shooting a session is the high-energy work clients see first-hand, don’t forget the behind-the-scenes work. A large portion of my time and energy goes into editing galleries to ensure the lighting is just perfect, the background is polished, and clients look their best. One thing that motivates me to sit in that chair and get to work is having a cozy editing space. Gift the photographer in your life an oversized sweatshirt, a custom candle, or a cute tea mug to help make the nitty-gritty side of their business a little more fun and relaxing. 

I don’t have any affiliation with these links, but I love the idea of supporting other small businesses as you support a photography business. 

Referrals! 

I know it may seem small, but the number one way I’ve grown my business is through word-of-mouth. This holiday season, ask your clients to write you a review on Google, share your business on social media, and tell all their family and friends about their experience working with you. If you know a photographer, don’t forget to tag them when you share their photos and let them know you love their work. As a family and motherhood photographer, client feedback is so important to me, and hearing how my photos bring families joy is one of my biggest motivations! 

If you’re a photographer, what’s the best Christmas gift you’ve ever received? Thanks for reading, and don’t forget to share this list with your friends and family.