With the official kick-off to the holiday season right around the corner (Veteran’s Day, to be exact) we thought we would share with you all the great things we have this year to accent your holiday portraits. Our selection this year is bigger and better than ever. Some are brand new, and some are tried and true and have remained your favorites throughout the years!
*please note: while we have all of these items in every location, the style and colors of each may vary!
Seasonal Colored Backgrounds
We change our colored backgrounds with the seasons, and for the holidays we opted for more neutral colors rather than the traditional reds and greens. Now you can have your images displayed all year long!


Santa Hats
This simple accent goes with any outfit and brings just the right amount of holiday spirit to your portraits.
Fireplace & Tree
A customer favorite over the years, these actual fireplaces and Christmas trees add a traditional touch to your holiday portraits.

Ornaments
Yet another customer favorite, using our ornaments to accent your holiday outfits looks great!


Holiday Gift Boxes
Similar to our ornaments, these are a fun and simple addition to your pictures.

Winter Apparel
Bundle Up! Our variety of winter hats, scarves, and mittens make your portraits feel extra warm and cozy.


Snow!
New this year, we have made a template that digitally adds snow to your image. You can be in a winter wonderland without stepping outside!

Santa Beard
For our older subjects, this shaving cream Santa beard brings out some really great expressions. They think its hilarious!

Elf Hats
We have a variety of hand knit holiday hats for you to use. Paired with just a simple diaper cover, your child can become Santa’s Little Helper for the day!

Snowflakes
This is another simple accent that has been a dependable favorite over the years. We can use them in a variety of ways, and they add a very classic touch to your portraits.

Fall Leaves
Not ready for snowflakes and winter hats? These fall leaves are a perfect way for you to hold onto that last bit of fall.

Footballs, etc
With the NFL season in full swing, we have stocked our studios with footballs, team jerseys, and our newest addition to our sports line-hand knit football hats and diaper covers!

Baby Stocking
There isn’t much cuter than wrapping your little bundle of joy in a stocking this holiday season!

Glitter Wall
Another one of our customer favorites, the glitter wall is perfect for any age!

Big Gift Boxes
Another new addition this year, these fun gift boxes are already shaping up to be a customer favorite!

Holiday Wreaths
We have a variety of holiday wreaths in our studios that can be used in many different ways. Perfect for framing little faces!

Hanukkah Props
We also stock our studios with dreidels, menorahs, and other simple items representative of the holiday. These items work perfectly with the variety of Hanukkah cards we offer!


Once the season kicks off, our studios book appointments quickly, so be sure to call your local studio to set up your holiday portraits soon! We look forward to seeing you!
November 9, 2012 at 4:01 pm
My girl loves anything that sparkles and would love the glitter wall!!! So many ideas and so much fun!
November 9, 2012 at 8:48 am
Love the props, as always! Red glitter wall is my absolute fave! Can’t wait for our pictures!
November 8, 2012 at 10:19 pm
Amazing photos here and on my walls at home! Some how u are able to capture the a moment that lasts a lifetime! Ty!!!!
November 8, 2012 at 9:38 pm
I love all the props and ideas on here…. What I also love is that the photographers always welcome patrons bringing their own props with them. You are all so accommodating and the pictures are always fabulous!
November 8, 2012 at 8:41 pm
Love the holiday props!!!
November 8, 2012 at 7:41 pm
Love the hats!
November 8, 2012 at 7:27 pm
The glitter wall is perfect for my daughters b-day/xmas pictures. I will be making and appointment soon.
November 8, 2012 at 7:03 pm
Such great ideas for pictures. Love how the simple props make the kids shine.
November 8, 2012 at 6:08 pm
I am so excited about my daughter’s 6 month photos in the ornament basket!!!
November 8, 2012 at 5:35 pm
Excited about coming down for 2012 holiday pictures at wesrfarm malls.. love all the props
November 8, 2012 at 5:30 pm
The baby in the gift box is the cutest!! I love the photographers at Portrait Simple. I won’t go anywhere else for my son’s pictures!
November 8, 2012 at 5:26 pm
Just booked me appointment today :) Very excited to get pics of my baby’s 1st Christmas!
November 8, 2012 at 5:26 pm
My favorite ever Christmas Card came from Portrait Simple – my little boy with the Santa hat pulled over his face and a HUGE grin – Naughty or Nice? A little of both! It was so cute that I bought it – the photographer was so good that even a photo with only 1/2 a face told a story and was worth buying! We LOVE portrait Simple!
November 8, 2012 at 4:31 pm
Love all of the props! Always love the baby in the bowl with the ornaments!
November 8, 2012 at 4:20 pm
Super cool sparkley wall!!
November 8, 2012 at 4:11 pm
We love our holiday cards every year. Thanks for taking some of most favorite pictures!
November 8, 2012 at 4:07 pm
Great props, as always, PS!! Thanks for another year of awesome holiday cards. :)
November 8, 2012 at 4:05 pm
the glitter wall just gets me every time! all those pictures are gorgeous!
November 8, 2012 at 4:03 pm
OMG…LOVE the new snow effect and neutral backgrounds. Calling my local studio today to make an appointment.
November 8, 2012 at 4:03 pm
You guys always do a great job with props!! I’m always happy with my photos. I’m so glad you have so many more to make the holidays that much more special! I have to book my next apt really soon!
November 8, 2012 at 3:46 pm
Love the props
November 8, 2012 at 3:40 pm
Love the new stuff! We hope to get some great holiday pics this year!
November 8, 2012 at 3:32 pm
Love all the new (and old) holiday props!
November 8, 2012 at 3:28 pm
I love love all my winter/Holiday portraits of my daughter this year!!! Thank you portrait simple!
November 8, 2012 at 3:25 pm
Love the snowflake pose. Will have to remember that for our session.
November 8, 2012 at 3:21 pm
can’t wait to get holiday pictures of my two boys!
November 8, 2012 at 3:18 pm
Can’t wait for our session next week!!
November 8, 2012 at 3:05 pm
I love the glitter wall and Santa/Elf hats!
November 8, 2012 at 3:01 pm
Looking forward to our session! Lots of ideas!
November 8, 2012 at 2:58 pm
I love the new digitally added snow… have had my last 3 years of Holiday cards from here and can’t wait to see how this years will come out…
November 8, 2012 at 2:53 pm
I can’t wait to bring my toddler in and stick her in one of those big boxes ! Love the props!
November 8, 2012 at 2:52 pm
These holiday back drops and props are amazing! After living in Nh for four years and leaving the best Santa ever back in Wa, I have been extremely disappointed in my portrait options, BUT these are amazing!!!!
November 8, 2012 at 2:51 pm
Oh my!! Love love love the baby Christmas stocking:) all beautiful pictures! It’s giving me great ideas for our session!
November 8, 2012 at 2:48 pm
The snow effect is great. We got to see it at our last session
November 8, 2012 at 2:47 pm
Can’t wait for our turn on Monday
November 8, 2012 at 2:39 pm
These props are all great! They get me in a Christmas mood! :)
November 8, 2012 at 2:35 pm
There are so many cute Christmas props, but half of our family is Jewish. We prefer things that are non-denominational, but all of your presents are red/green. I’m getting bored of snowflakes and winter hats!
November 9, 2012 at 10:11 am
We have lots of options that are non-denominational in addition to the usual snowflakes and hats: backdrops including sage green, light plum, light blue, white, black, and textured walls in a variety of colors depending on the studio, plus the new wood wall, new hats this year, our new snow effect (7 different overlay options!), fall leaves, footballs, and our year-round options like the bamboo mat, which can look great paired with our non-denominational holiday card templates. But we appreciate your feedback and we’ll try to add non-green-and-red presents next year as well as more props that aren’t Christmas related. Thanks for your comment!
November 8, 2012 at 2:35 pm
love the props and the great poses! I really like the lying down head to head holding hands pose!!
November 8, 2012 at 2:34 pm
Can’t wait for our holiday pictures to be taken!
November 8, 2012 at 2:34 pm
Can’t wait to have our holiday photos taken at Portrait Simple again!
November 8, 2012 at 2:34 pm
love the shaving cream santa, too cute!
November 8, 2012 at 2:32 pm
Loved my cards last year! The props are always adorbale. The photographers are a pleasure to work with and the pictures are fantastic!
November 8, 2012 at 2:32 pm
I can’t wait to bring my kids in for pictures with the ornaments, so adorable!
November 8, 2012 at 2:31 pm
I can’t wait to come in and get holiday pictures done of my toddler and new born. Would love to win free pictures :)
November 8, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Can’t wait to have our holiday pics done!
November 8, 2012 at 2:29 pm
I love the new snow effect! :)
November 8, 2012 at 2:24 pm
Can’t wait to come in for our holiday cards!