Many parents opt to schedule a first birthday photoshoot with me due to the fact the fact that the baby’s first birthday is a reason to be happy! Twelve months have been passed, and what an amazing year!
Over the course of a few months your child has grown from a small curled-up newborn into a colossal individual with a distinctive persona – it’s absolutely amazing! With this fast-growing development, taking stunning photos at the time of your child’s first birthday has become extremely popular.
If you schedule a family or baby photoshoot the two of you along with your baby have a relaxing and enjoyable photo shoot with me in my Studio. Additionally, you’ll get stunning photos that you can take pleasure in the present and the future.
Your session may even include cake smash photos If you’d like. It’s an amazing (and mess!) method of celebrating the day! Continue reading to learn more. In this blog, I’ll reveal the details you must be aware of concerning the celebration part in my very first birthday photography shoots.
In short, baby cake smash photography can be described as an enjoyable element of a professional photography experience for infants.
It was an idea that was first introduced from the USA. Within the last 7 years it has gained popularity the pond too.
What’s involved in an image shoot for a cake smash?
In the event that your baby is having their first birthday around that time frame of their newborn photo shoot The cake smash can be an enjoyable and appropriate nod to the celebration.
I keep the cake smash until the final stage of the shoot after individual baby pictures as well as the group family photos have been taken . This is because it could get messy!
The name implies the cake smash is the child being photographed by the most beautiful cake covered with soft, squishy icing.
The term “cake smash” is a reference to the fact that you can actually smash the cake, if they wish to do so – either with hands or alternatively, if they prefer not to mess up their hands with the wooden spoon.
This can result in some truly enjoyable photos, and often leads to a squeal and giggle by the kid!
Who are cake smashing sessions for?
A cake smash photoshoot is perfect for a child who will soon turn one or a child that just turned one.
There’s more than just a one-year old’s birthday photoshoot however. I’m able to include an event to celebrate your cake in your child’s photo shoot even if they’re a slightly older than one Please ask me.
Why should you book the cake smash photoshoot?
I do not offer the cake smash photoshoot an individual shoot, however I’m always willing to incorporate it into my portrait sessions in the studio If you’re interested in the concept of.
There’s a lot to enjoy about cake smash photography!
Many babies are thrilled to smash cakes and I can record their smiles the process of eating!
The pictures of your child’s cake smash are additional pictures that give a different look to your gallery. Your baby’s pictures would look great in a baby’s first birthday album or on the walls in the nursery of your child at home or in other areas of your home.
Additionally, they’re great to print and share – maybe on birthday invitations, or birthday thank you cards , too.
The style that your newborn’s photos will take
The design of your baby’s first birthday photoshoot will be completely yours to decide. Every aspect of your photoshoot is customized as well as the cake smash that follows as well.
It’s worth noting that my style is clean, elegant and simple. When I photograph your child my aim is to make timeless images of your baby and also some of the entire family therefore I do not use a lot of props, distracting backgrounds or bake extravagant cakes.
I’ll shoot portraits of you, your infant and you as a couple, on several different backgrounds and wearing various clothes. Simple because I believe that the main focus of these photos must always be on your child and you as a family.
What is the best cake smash dress?
A lot of times during baby photoshoots, the child doesn’t usually wear much but if you’ve an adorable outfit that you would want the child in, you should bring it along.
Prior to the shoot the shoot, we’ll chat about the various details of the shooting. This includes cake smash ideas for outfits. I will be able to tell you about the outfits I have (which you are free to utilize). You then have the option of deciding whether you want to purchase an additional dress or not.
My clothes are washable and were chosen because they look amazing in photographs. Boys’ parents tend to prefer my textured dungarees, and girls are often seen wearing cute frilly clothes over their nappies.
What do you need to bring for a cake smash photoshoot?
It’s not necessary to bring anything to the first birthday celebration of your baby’s photoshoot. The most important thing apart from baby basic needs (nappies etc. ) the most important thing is spare clothing.
Be aware that when you choose to incorporate cake smash photos into your child’s portraits They can get messy! Cakes are likely to travel everywhere. It could end in the mouth of your child hair, in on the fingers or toes…everywhere! Children may even bite the cake, meaning it could cause a ruckus also. If you’re unable to place your head into cake on your first birthday then when will you be able to? !
This is why you should bring some clothes to spare for your child, and perhaps some extra trousers and a top for yourself too. I recommend parents to take part in this type of activity, so you might get a cakes afterward!
If you’re worried about the mess, do not worry but we clean our child’s mess when you leave and clean up in the office is part of our service.
I have an adorable miniature tin bath, so your child can take the luxury of a bath and clean up following the fun of smashing cakes. The splash time is an additional part of your photo shoot and also provides an opportunity to get an even larger variety of newborn photos.
Does the cake smash cake come included?
If you choose to include a cake smash photo during your baby’s photo session, then the cake we use during your session will be included within the cost. This will save you the trouble of making or purchase one on your own. Naturally, if your child suffer from any allergies needs, please let me know prior to time.
After the party typically, there’s a good portion of the cake left , and you are welcome to take it with you home.
What if my child isn’t able to smash the cake?
Some children aren’t as enthusiastic as other children to be messy, which is okay! Even if your child seems unwilling to break their cake for their first birthday We can still capture some amazing photos.
The benefit of having a less hesitant cake smasher will be that there will be more cake left that you can take home to take home to enjoy in the future!
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