See the Shoot: Cake Smash

Cake Smash Session

I had the cutest cake smash session last week. The family is adorable and so is little Dawson. His dance moves were epic. It was a boho themed set up with wood, leaves and plants as props.

For cake smash sessions, I start with family photos and individuals of the cute one year old.

Family Photos

The family photos went well and the kids are adorable. Big smiles on their faces! A win!

The Smash

Before I bring in the cake, we take photos without it and then we bring in the fun. The Cake!

Dawson seemed hesitant about digging into the cake at first but I let him go at his own pace. Once he tasted the cake, he LOVED it. He made the cutest face when eating the cake. Then he decided to crawl towards the camera!

Bubble Bath Splash

Once we finish with the cake portion then it’s BUBBLE BATH TIME! He loved splashing around in the tub.

Cake smashes are always so fun and messy but a perfect way to celebrate the milestone of turning one year old!

Cake Smash Prep Guide

Cake Smash Session Preparation Guide

A cake smash session is a fun and perfect way to celebrate this milestone in your child’s life. Cake smashes are super messy but that is the whole point and the most fun!

The cake smash session will last approximately 1.5 hours including a bubble bath splash at the end.

What to Bring to a Cake Smash Session

What I Provide

• Fully customizable themed set with props, you can bring other props if you’d like.

• Themed white cake, unless allergies are specified.

• Bubble Bath session with the same themed set-up.

An outfit can be included for an additional price.

What You Provide

• Outfit to match the theme - outfits will get messy so keep that in mind.

• Outfit to change into afterword to go home in.

• Change of clothes for parents - yes you may get messy too!

• Towel.

• Baby wipes for clean up.

• Favorite snacks like Puffs or Cheerios, etc.

• A drink of choice in sip cup to wash down the cake.

• A favorite toy or noise maker that they are comfortable with to entertain them and get their attention.

• Favorite song or show that I can play that they like.

What to Expect

I will start by taking photos with the family and then first move onto individual photos with your child without the cake. Then, I will add the cake and let them dig into it at their own pace. Finally, at the end there will be a bubble bath splash in the same themed set-up.

Why You Should Book A Cake Smash Session?

The Cake Smash

Cake smash sessions are a milestone in your child’s life. It’s a fun way to celebrate and document them turning the big ONE! It’s not only fun for the children, but the parents have fun too. I can not tell you how many parents watch in AWE while their little one is smashing into a cake and having s good ol time. The photos are amazing, but the experience as a whole is like nothing else.

FAQ: Smash Sessions

Can we pick the theme? Yes, You can pick the theme and we will produce the set!

Theme: The possibilities are endless. Are you a sports family? Do they have a favorite movie or show?

Do we bring the cake? No, I will supply the cake.

My kid has allergies, Can you accomodate that? Yes, Of course!

Can we get family photos too? Yes, we will do that first!

Can siblings help or be in some of the cake smash photos? Of Course!

What’s Included/What’s the Process?

The session is 1.5 hours long. We will start by photographing the family. Then I will do images of the one year old before bringing out the cake. Once the cake comes out, we will no longer be able to take any extra family/sibling shots. Once the cake session is done, I will set up a tub for a splash session. This is the quickest part because the water cools off fast and we don’t want ALL the water to end up on the floor.

The package comes with 20 digital images. After your session, I will send you a link to an online gallery where you will pick out your images. You can select extra images fro $7/each. Once you select the images I will do final editing/touch ups to the images. You will be able to download them once I am done.

Mommy + Me 2022

Mom + Me Sessions 2022

Every year, I do mommy and me sessions right before mother’s day. They are a fan favorite to say the least.
Mommas RARELY get photos with their babies because they are the ones taking all the photos!

FAQ’s

Is it just one backdrop?

I have a lifestyle set in my studio with a boho vibe. Within that set, there are many different options for posing and backgrounds. I also will have the outdoor option available if the weather is good.

What should we wear?

Neutral Colors are the way to go! Black, White, or Cream are the real winners!

Can I celebrate breastfeeding during the session?

YES!

I have multiple children, is that ok?

Yes, They will fit.

Mother's Day Sessions

Mother’s Day will be here soon. I have been thinking for a while about painting and changing my studio to fit my brand. I made a whole corner set that mimics a bedroom. It’s perfect for Mother’s Day Photos! Im so excited to introduce this years Mother’s Day Sessions…

There are so many different poses that are possible with this set up! Check out some images from my model session.

Clothing Ideas & Choices

Think boho, spring, creams, greens……
I prefer the pant suit options.. they just make me feel comfortable. Here are some ideas for you to consider.

Dresses

These are perfect in this color, white, cream…

Mini Dress

This is just the cutest thing!

Little Man

The little overalls are to die for!

The HAT

Don’t forget to Finnish your look!

LETS NOT FORGET…..

Mommy & Me

This is definitely a trend right now.

What ever outfit you choose, just try to avoid bright neon colors, make sure your outfit doesn’t clash with your child’s outfit.

What you should know about Easter Mini Sessions

Easter Mini Sessions

Easter is coming soon. Will it be better than last Easter when everything was shutting down?
Probably not. But I do believe that my studio will be open! That means I can have a successful year of Easter Sessions. Check out this image below to learn the details of this years Easter Sessions.

What should you bring to your Easter Session?

Typically you see various Easter outfits come through the studio doors. Last year, I only had a small amount of sessions due to the pandemic. I would love to give you some ideas while you are looking for the perfect outfit this year. Check out the links I have provided below.

Girl Idea

Amazon is a great place to find super cute outfits.

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Boy Idea

Boutiques are also great places to shop.

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Head Piece

Etsy… Need I say more?

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Show up with the best dressed family. Avoid too much match matchy and bright colors. Stick to a more pastel, simple outfit. Add something EXTRA! Don’t afraid to get some head pieces to go with the extra cute outfit. Bunny ears, hats, bonnets, and crowns just add to an image. Make your session worth it by dressing your family in the right attire.