Why does Santa appear during Christmas in July?

Santa is not just for the Christmas season. He shares joy year-round. Imagine seeing Santa at the beach during summer. Children will flock to him. This is why Santa has taken a permanent seat in the celebrated Christmas in July festivities.

Christmas in July has become part of American and international culture.

Christmas is not just for the winter season and bringing family together. Christmas in July has quickly become part of the American culture and it is picking up steam. With Christmas being such a wonderful time of the year, why not celebrate Christmas in July and bring this joy and fun to the summer.

There are now Christmas in July celebrations throughout the world from the north to the southern hemisphere (even Australia) and shoppers and people of all ages embrace it with passion. Although one cannot beat the nostalgic feelings and celebrated moments present annually in December, it is impossible to ignore the presence of Christmas in July.

Annual Christmas in July Sales.

This annual summer event is not so much about a celebration, holidays or the holiday spirit. Christmas in July embraces the spirit of giving and that means sales. Gifts, fake snow, and toys under a Christmas tree are all part of this summer marketing and sales campaign.

People celebrate Christmas in July by taking advantage of the incredible sales throughout the month-long event. Many do the bulk of their gift shopping in July to avoid the rush of the Christmas season and also avoid trudging through the snow and pushy crowds. July makes shopping for gifts and finding a sale in stores seems easy. Did I mention summer and no snow?

Big Summer Sales.

People will actually camp out in the summer heat and humid weather just to get a chance to save big on that special gift or item. Accessibility to these summer sales leaves no excuse to get out on a hot summer day and get your shopping done early.

Christmas in July, North Carolina, and long-standing history.

Christmas in July began on July 24th and 25th in 1933 at a camp called Keystone Camp in North Carolina. Soon after, this annual tradition began to spread across the south. It was so successful, that large retailers quickly took it nationally and never looked back. It has only become a full month-long annual event in recent years.

Is Santa Claus part of Christmas in July?

So where does Santa fit into Christmas in July? The answer is a bit layered. Santa Claus is part of folklore and is one of the most loved characters in the world. There would not be a Christmas in July if Christmas was not also a loved time of the year. So it just would not be a complete Christmas vibe if Santa was not part of the scene.

Companies have embraced Christmas in July.

This may not be a holiday, yet, however, it certainly brings out the joy in people. Christmas in July allows retailers to offer great specials to people in the dog days of summer. This helps so many shoppers with their budgets, however, it has gotten the attention of many other industries and the photography/art industry is one of them.

Photography, Art, Santa, and Christmas in July.

It has always been customary to have pictures created with children and Saint Nick each December. These "Santa Pics" events have become an annual national tradition that has lasted for generations. It is the same for Christmas in July however the creation of Santa photography has changed dramatically.

No longer is it "Santa Pics".

Larry Hersberger has changed how the public thinks about Santa and photography featuring the jolly ole elf with children. Since he designed the first Magical Fine Art Santa photographic art back in the 90 his artistic style combined with his visual and written storytelling abilities has changed how Santa has been photographed worldwide.

Time to create the artwork.

Larry's artwork does not come out of the camera looking this magical. There are many hours of digital and physical artwork to be accomplished after the photography session is complete. Doing the actual photography well prior to the holiday season allows time for creation and avoids the busy holiday season. If you have children, you understand what I am saying.

All about the Art!

Although the experience for the children and family is world-class and amazing, it is there to capture the wonder of the child's expressions to be used in the final artwork. It is the art that will carry on for generations, not the experience. Larry understands this and remains focused on why people commission him for this magical style of art.

His methods.

Larry has developed methods that not only provide wonder in each image, but he also is a poet and writer of children's storybooks. The session or play, if you will, is not short and he acts as the director.

He and Santa work in unison to take a child's imagination to the iconic moments of folklore and bring them to life. It is this wonder of a child blended with spectacular magical artwork that has made his work a global phenomenon.

Storytelling.

Larry sees this art as a story. The story, details, and caliber of the art are what capture people's gaze and take them back to their childhood memories. Viewers of his art feel their own inner child's surface and want to play and interact. It is emotional nostalgic art in its finest form and a precious gift. To say the art creates the ultimate Christmas cards would be an understatement.

Helps parents during the busy holiday season.

If you are a parent, you understand just how busy the holiday season can become. From Halloween through Thanksgiving and on to Christmas, time is at a premium. Since Mr. Hersberger's artwork can be created any time of the year and is not "the" Head Elf experience you will want to have at Christmas, the month you choose to book your commission with Larry becomes irrelevant.

Christmas in July is perfect and a time every parent can get behind. The parent can avoid the holiday rush and do much of their Christmas shopping well in advance. Whew, is that good news!

Majestic Santa.

His artistic influence on the photographic industry has been clear. He has always seen Santa as a nostalgic part of global folklore. Saint Nicholas is loved for his giving and kind ways. He has always been a positive role model for children who is very family-oriented.

Now Saint Nick is woven into a poetic and artistic storybook to feature Saint Nick and your child in a whimsical yet loving storybook filled with life lessons. That is a much better way to see Santa. He should not become this goofy character that is just about giving children toys. There was much more to Saint Nicholas in his life spent giving and caring for others.

Magical Santa.

Over the decades the story of Santa Claus grew and at some point, Santa and his reindeer were able to fly he and his sleigh through the air. He many many other magical abilities as well. What other character has magical powers and is there to help and give to children and adults alike worldwide. There is only one...Santa Claus.

Enjoy your own Private Commission.

Although limited in quantity you can commission Larry Hersberger to create for you with your child or grandchild and Santa Claus. It will be the one piece of art and/or storybook that will bring make you smile each and every day. For those who love celebrating family, Christmas and folklore, contact Larry at Masterpiece Artwork and book a date that works for you. He creates in specific times throughout the year and can bring the magic and wonder of a child into your home.