Story Telling
Pop-Up Books
Comical Interaction with Customers via Joking, Conversation, and using the Naughty or Nice Meter
As many pictures as the Clients Want
I’ve never had so many wee clients freak out telling their parents this was the real Santa! He’s great to work with and fun!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You for those kind words Tonya. I enjoyed working with you and your clients and look forward to doing it again soon!
If you're ready to hire a Santa, Eric is the man! His suit is timeless, is joy is impeccable, and his character is undeniably magical! We truly loved him in our commercial/photoshoot, and couldn't have asked for a better Santa. Though we did not use him for a talking commercial, I do thoroughly believe that he would be amazing at that as well! We are so grateful for Eric and will definitely use him again!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Sydney for those kind words. It was a lot of fun working with you and your team. I look forward to working again with you in the future!
Santa Schmatz is by far the classiest and most authentic professional Santa I've ever witnessed. He was fantastic working with children. He truly has a gift that resonates with children and adults alike. BEST SANTA EVER !!!!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Macel for those kind words! I am glad everyone in the family was entertained! Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!
There are absolutely no words to how perfect Santa was. Not only is his look spot on. His demeanor could not have been better. I was completely blown away by everything about this Santa. I wish everyone could experience him. Thank you for being PERFECTION!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Andrea for those very kind words. I try to be as authentic as possible and I am thrilled that you appreciate those efforts!
Eric Schmitt-Matzen 🎅
Let me tell you, look NO FURTHER than right here!!! Eric is AMAZING! The kids & adults loved our time with him! Santa was the star in our holiday mini sessions & made my job so easy by knowing exactly what to do to interact with the kids for the best pictures! You will NOT be disappointed in choosing Santa Schmatz for any event! I cannot WAIT until our next gig! Thanks so much for being amazing!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Mary for those kind words! It was my pleasure to help you make your first Santa shoot a success. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas.
Eric Schmitt-Matzen 🎅
Santa made our photo shoot so much fun! He's so enthusiastic that he makes everyone have a good time!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Toni for those kind words! It's important to entertain the WHOLE family and not just the kids!
Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!
Set up your Santa sessions then sit back and watch the magic happen! I literally just snap away while he creates a true Santa experience for my clients and their children. He is a real professional and just a great person all around. I enjoy my time with Eric so much! He makes the whole room happy! Thank you, Santa!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Melanie for those kind words. We do have fun during the Photoshoots! When everyone is laughing, the kids relax and enjoy the experience as well. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!
Eric Schmitt-Matzen 🎅
On the way to have our Santa pics made, my 8 year old son told his little brother that he knew this would be a fake Santa bc he sees them all the time. Well afterwards in the car ride home... he then said, Maddax I’ve seen plenty of Santas and he was the REAL one! They have talked about him non stop and I as a parent was super impressed with how great he was with our kids!! Hope to have him back every year for pics!! Thank you thank you ☺️
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Leanne for those kind words! I look forward to being a part of your family's Christmas celebration every year! Wishing You and yours a very Merry Christmas!
Santa Schmatz & Mrs C
He is the real Santa! My children were telling my mom that, “He is the really real Santa Claus”! Wonderful experience for me and my children.
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Ashley for those kind words! I am glad you enjoyed the time together as well as the children! Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!!
Amazing!Closest to the real thing in personality and looks!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Simmons for those kind words. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!
Eric Schmitt-Matzen 🎅
This was my first time having pictures made with Santa and my boys. It was an amazing experience and a memory we will treasure for many years to come. I will definitely book another session next year if he’s Santa. Thank you so much from the bottom of my heart. Seeing the smiles on my boys’ faces was everything. I highly recommend 😊
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank you Martha for those kind words. I am glad your first Santa experience turned out great! Looking forward to seeing you again next year!
Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!
Eric Schmitt-Matzen 🎅
For the third year in a row we’ve had Santa pictures with him and he is amazing! Everyone who sees our pictures asks about him because he is literally the best there is. Not only does the look like the perfect Santa but he’s great with kids.
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Terann for those kind words! It's always great to see families return each year and watch the whole family grow! Makes me feel great being a part of your Christmas tradition! Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!
Eric Schmitt-Matzen 🎅
Santa was so amazing! So much fun while doing pics! Loved the interaction he gave. Definitely look forward to doing pics with him again!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Jimmie Lynn for those kind words. I hope your pictures turn out great! Look forward to seeing you again next year!
Eric Schmitt-Matzen 🎅
Photo sessions, live entertainment, parties, and parades... He does it all! And a beautiful Mrs. Claus as well! Hands down the best there is!
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Nikki for those kind words. Wishing you and yours a Very Merry Christmas!!!
Santa & Mrs C
He is literally the BEST! We refer to him as “the real Santa” he makes every interaction so special and magical for every child ! Beautiful! We look forward to seeing him every year !
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Jamie for those kind words. I look forward to seeing your family every year as well. Makes me feel a part of your Christmas tradition! Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!
Santa & Mrs C
If you want SANTA. The real Santa, hire Santa Schmatz. Watching the way he interacts with the children is amazing to say the very least. He really shows them the meaning behind Santa Claus. I hope to be able to work with him every year! (Photography Sessions)
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Casey for those kind words! I look forward to working with you as well. Wishing you and yours a very Merry Christmas!!!
Santa & Mrs C
Santa and Mrs Claus were the perfect addition to our holiday kids party. They were so sweet and charming- we would hire them again in a heartbeat.
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You Ashlei for those kind words! We enjoyed being a part of your Christmas festivities.
Photos from this event
We could not have been more pleased with Santa Schmatz. His look was absolutely incredible. He had the best personality for the job too. Everyone who attend the party thought he was the best Santa. We can't wait to use Santa Schmatz for future events.
Response from Santa Schmatz:
Thank You so much for your humbling review. I enjoyed being part of your event and look forward to doing it again next year!
Santa Schmatz
Price Range: $210.00 for Santa only or $300 for Mrs C too & up
Gig Length: 45 - 720 minutes
Languages: English
Insurance: $4,000,000 - Liability/Molestation Clause
Story Telling
Pop-Up Books
Comical Interaction with Customers via Joking, Conversation, and using the Naughty or Nice Meter
As many pictures as the Clients Want
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| December 24, 2022 • 4:30pm - 6:30pm | Christmas Party |
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| December 16, 2018 • 4:00pm - 5:00pm | Christmas Party |
| December 19, 2013 • 4:00pm - 6:00pm | Fundraiser |
Can work with your props.
Can provide real reindeer antlers for the kids to touch and hold.
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