The employees are all very pleasant and efficient. We arrived for our appointment a bit early and the wait was minimal. The photographer was really nice and patient. We were there for our sons senior pictures. The only issue we had was the clothing. Our son is a large young man, he wears a 3X to 4X t-shirt or sweatshirt. They didn't have 1 shirt larger than a 3X shirt. After much pulling tucking and "hold your breath " we got the shirt somewhat on him. Then comes the gown, this truly baffled me because these normally run large anyways. They had to take 2 small gowns and drape it over him. By now he is frustrated and completely humiliated. My husband is angry and almost in a rant about WHY? Then because we didn't come prepared for the family picture we had to return the following day to repeat the process. I find it very short sighted to not have at least 1 shirt and gown for larger size people. We are a nation that come in a multitude of sizes and not only up to 3X. He should not have been shamed because he is not within the size range your agency considers normal. I am hoping if we need to use you again this situation will be corrected. read more

I've held off long enough, but after three years in a row of awful school pictures, I can't stay quiet. The quality is consistently poor, and the process forces parents to pre-pay before even seeing the photos, leaving us stuck with disappointing results year after year. The photographers clearly lack portrait training -- the lighting, angles, and expressions are all off. No amount of retakes can fix the lack of professionalism or care. These are supposed to be cherished memories, and instead, they're just frustrating reminders of a missed opportunity. If you're considering using this service -- don't. You'll get better results with your iPhone and a little natural light. Save your money and your child's memories. read more

Christmas City took school pictures for an elementary student. A check was submitted at the time of the shoot. A few days later, Christmas City called me saying the check was not signed. At her suggestion, I paid by credit card over the phone. The credit card was charged $5.30 more than the check was written for. On 11/18/2025, I received the uncashed check in the mail from Christmas City. The check was absolutely signed when it was returned to me, showing it was signed when it was submitted for payment. Today, 11/19/2025, I called Christmas City back to inquire why the credit card payment was more than the check. "Samantha" claimed it was for shipping fees, which was not stated anywhere on their paperwork. I also told her the returned check was absolutely signed when Christmas City returned it to me. Samantha insisted it was not and stopped short of actually calling me a liar. They are dishonest and over charging people. Horrible customer service. read more

My daughter came into the Quakertown site and was seen right away. The staff was very helpful and got her pictures taken quickly. The proofs came out great! Thank you. read more

Their website doesn't work correctly yet thats the only way to order. The pictures are sub par, hair in the face, looking like a half blink, terrible. got the order wrong two times there wont be a third time. Looks like a money making scam for christmas city. I wouldn't let them take a picture of my dog for a dog park ID. So many better options out there. done with this "school pictures" service. They're terrible. read more

Christmas City Studios did my daughter's senior hs portraits. Our photographer was very, nice and patient and made the session easy and comfortable. The pictures turned out great. Beautiful portraits! read more

This business has too much business. Someone needs to open a competitor. The woman with the red hair was so rude to my daughter asking her inappropriate questions at her appointment. The school district needs to hire a professional and do these on site the week before school starts. There is no supervision of the employees and they can say whatever they want to high school students and the comments are out of line. It's like she was trying to make her feel uncomfortable at her senior picture appointment. The price of these pictures is outrageous. They are a serious financial burden to parents. read more

It has been a MONTH and I have STILL not received my son's photos. I did, however, receive a weak apology from someone with no offering to even attempt to make this situation right. I wish I could just get my money back. This whole experience has been nothing short of an absolute mess. read more

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A Christmas City Studio photographer was present for Kutztown 2022 graduation. Parents were not allowed on the field as students walked up to receive their diploma. Parents were at the mercy of the Christmas City Photographer. My son's name is near the end of the alphabet and him and others with last names near the end of the alphabet had absolutely no pictures taken of them receiving their diploma. It was terribly unfair to graduates and their families. The photographer was enamored of one student, a severely handicapped boy; and spent most of his time photographing this boy. I suggest schools in Berks, Lehigh, and Northhampton Counties bring another studio in if they care about their graduates. Chrismas City Studio is very unprofessional and not capable of getting the job done. read more

I went here once to take a simple senior portrait, and I was satisfied on how good it looked, but when I went home my mom yelled at me for not getting the cap and gown picture as well. She told me to buy the $45 package which was definitely worth it, I came in retook my yearbook pictures and got cap and gown pictures. Everyone was super nice and helpful I would definitely come back to get more pictures in the future!! read more

Had senior pictures done and they were horrible (lighting and color), and terribly generic. Still had to pay full price for digital copy of all of them just for the few that were decent. Then went to a different studio which did a much better job at a better price. Christmas City Studio also did graduation photos. Jesus Christ, I don't even know what to say. Photo was as students were coming down the steps after being handed their diploma, so they were looking down. This isn't something that can be redone by another studio. They just fucked it up horribly. A day that should have an amazing photo to commemorate it, now does not. Thanks for nothing Christmas City Studio. read more

This is the third year in a row their website is not working unfortunately. I have called four times and emailed twice with no response in regards on what to do about ordering my children's school photos. As for the last time this happened they told me it wasn't their problem. So now yet again, I won't get my photos ordered because nobody can get back to me on what I am supposed to do because the website does not work. When I log in to my act nothing works but the previously ordered page. When I try to go through the QR code and input my children they are not found on their system eventhough their school photos have been taken by them for the last four years. Frustrated and irritated with this company is putting it nicely! I own a small business and if I operated half as badly as this company does I wouldn't be in business. read more

This company is utilized at all the schools my kids have gone to here in Bethlehem Pa . I am extremely disappointed in whatever team they use to take the school photos. They never make sure the children are put together. No one checks their hair to make sure it is decent. They ask you to spend your hard earned cash and take NO pride in their work. I drove my son 30 mins away to get a good hair cut, spent 20 mins in morning making sure he had hair spray and it was styled. We get his school pics and his hair is a mess. I don't expect anyone to do a total Body make over on my child, but at least make sure his hair is semi decent. This has been with all my kids, thank Goodness that my daughters got a bit older and made sure on their own that their hair was ok... waste of Money & Disappointed in their workmanship. Anyone with love for what they do will not take pics like this. read more

Christmas City Studio - Session Photography Near Me - Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Easy process, very efficient. My graduating son and I showed up with the basics. He wore a suit/tie but definitely was as clueless as me lol. The photographer took control of everything, gave him some pointers and voila, we were in and out in 30 minutes. We only did the basic option, 2 images as it's like pulling teeth getting my son to have his picture taken. Proofs look good. Looking forward to final pics. No complaints at this point! read more

We went to Christmas city studio for my daughter's senior photo session. We booked forty five minutes and we literally had at least that much time or more. My daughter had two of her own outfits and the studio provided the cap and gown, and the drape for the year book. The photographer was friendly and courteous. He was very patient and gave very good suggestions and instructions during the session. Pricing for packages are very reasonable. read more

I was late to schedule my sons senior picture appointment, but they were able to get me in before the senior yearbook picture deadline. Mason our photographer was pretty cool. Was joking with my son to get a good smile. Was super friendly and professional all at the same time. Loved how the pictures came out and I already received his proof book in the mail. Now to order pictures. read more

Very accommodating when we had to go back and take a pictures for the second time they came out good. The photographers work really fast and they really don't give you enough time to make sure the picture comes out perfect They rich! And since you're paying a fortune for them they should take picture in more than 1 minute. Also, I'd like to add the website is extremely slow with all the money that they get for all these picture packages they should be able to update their website. read more

Have used this studio for multiple year. Friendly staff & wonderful pictures. Always a positive experience read more

Not thrilled with the school pictures. This is the 3rd year in a row we had pictures taken and then retaken because of messed up hair. One would think they would say something when hair is sticking straight up on a child. What a waste of money read more

Excellent experience for my sons senior pictures. The photographer was professional and knowledgeable. We were in and out in about 30 mins. They really seemed to know what they were doing here which expedited the whole process. They sent a nice brochure with my sons pictures and online ordering was simplified. Highly suggest CCS. read more

I most say I'm very impressed by the overall experience me & my daughter had on her senior shoot this past weekend. I love their outdoor amphitheater and the location of the studio is a perfect place for any type of photo shoot. I can't forget to mention their studio room so many options in background or props. Everyone from front end to our photographer were very helpful and made it an enjoyable experience and not stressful which senior year can be for the parents Thank you CCS read more

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Awesome experience with Kim for my daughter's senior pictures. Very accommodating with our requests for action photo. Super creative ideas as well! read more

3 years running they have screwed up my order and my exwifes order. Tired of having to chase this company down to figure out what they did wrong and to have my packages redone and sent out. You would think once would be enough, but no 3 years running now. Will wait and see if my stuff arrives and come correctly. I have a feeling I will be coming into the offices soon to get this all straightened out even more. Edit. I wish I could give this company negative stars. Linda is an absolute train wreck when it comes to assisting customers and resolving problems. I wonder if Rob is going to be any better? I will be petitioning East Penn School District as well as local youth leagues to coincider other vendors for pictures in the future. read more

This is my second time using Christmas city studios for senior pictures, we had a wonderful experience again. Both my son and I are very pleased with the proofs and the photo session that we received. We will definitely use them again. read more

like going to a Walmart or Sears portrait studio , rushed through , started with one photographer who was somewhat nice and friendly , in middle of session she walks says will be right back , instead another miserable girl arrives starts giving orders rushes through , I tell her I don't care for the pictures she moves to next pose never going back To take another for yearbook that is presentable. No explanation as to where the first girl vanished to , no thank you see you or don't let the door hit you . Very unprofessional young inexperienced ppl snapping photos . Do yourself a favor go to a real portrait studio with a photographer. Nightmare experience! Generic . read more

After battling horrific traffic to arrive to our session over an hour late we were greeted with kindness and wonderful customer service. Almost made the traffic worth it. Unfortunately, we were in for more for the trip home read more

The photographer was so nice and easy to work with. The appointment started on time and the pictures look beautiful. Very easy to schedule appt and order pictures. read more

I recently had my senior portraits taken by Christmas City Studio at my high school and they made the experience super easy and comfortable. The photographer was very nice and helped with any posing that needed help. The check in experience was also really quick and easy. I really recommend this place for anyone who wants good professional photos. read more

We recently had my son's senior pictures taken here. Aaron was our photographer and he was very nice and accommodating. Pictures turned out ok. I only picked two out of many taken. The cap and gown and yearbook photo didn't thrill me but it is what it is. Overall, satisfied with customer service. read more

Horrible customer service! And after waiting over 2 months for my seniors yard signs to come in...the one side of my daughters yard sign is incorrect! They have another students picture & name on the flip side! read more

Very disappointed with this studio. When I recieved my youngest daughters pictures, they didnt do the blemish touch ups that I paid extra for, then my other daughter it took over a month to get her cheer pics and when I finally got them, they were missing sheets. The lady that calls me back is nice and they do take care of it, but I was a photographer, there is no need for constant mistakes. read more

Had a great session with our photographer!! We had a tie issue that I'm sure as a tie wear-er....he figured out for us and I was in the background cheering. So kudos tot he whole staff...love coming here. 2 kids down...:2 to go. Thanks CCS Ps, I needed and old archive phone from 4rs ago......THEY HAD IT!!!! AWESOME! read more

Great experience! I took my step-daughter her for her Senior portraits. The staff was very helpful and the various back grounds and poses gave us a variety of photos to pick from. I have had 2 children graduate from another school district and we don't get this kind of variety and service for the cost. read more

Very friendly, fast and professional. The pictures they took were great. Prices were reasonable. Would definitely go back!!

Our son had his senior portrait session with Jeff. We were able to book at the studio & bring our dog. Jeff took so many great photos, we have had difficulty choosing the ones to order! Thank you. Highly recommend. Update- one year later Ryan took a business headshot for my husband. Excellent photographer, he knew exactly how to capture the right shot. read more

We had a great experience in the photo shoot for Sr photos. The photographer made many helpful suggestions and let us review the photos before moving onto the next type. Very excited to see them in print form. read more

The studio was really nice with several backgrounds and props to choose from. The staff was also nice and helpful.

Christmas city studios was amazing I just got my senior pictures done with them they took me in right away I was glad that they understood I was going to be a little bit late to my picture because of traffic and even though I was gonna be late they worked with me overall Christmas city studios is the place to go for your senior pictures read more

Had my daughter's senior pictures taken recently and they did a really nice job. We were given the opportunity to preview the pictures to make sure we liked them before we left the studio. Not sure why the senior portrait packages are so much more expensive than every other school picture we've ordered over the years... read more

Overall the staff was pleasant, but the photograpgher made us feel rushed. Just kept snapping pictures. Would have liked the studio to take more time and more shots, especially since they were her Senior Portraits. read more