SMASH THE CAKE COLLECTION
First Birthday Session
Cake Smash: A Perfect First Birthday Celebration! 🎂🛁
Celebrate your little one’s milestone with our Cake Smash session! This session is designed to capture the sweet, adventurous, and curious spirit of your almost one-year-old as they dive into their first birthday cake.
It’s the perfect way to commemorate this special occasion and create lasting memories!
What is included:
- Session Consultation: Together, we’ll discuss your vision and preferences to ensure we create the perfect session tailored to your family’s style and needs. From colors and themes to props, we’ll gather all the details to bring your dream session to life.
- Online Gallery: You'll receive access to a personalized online gallery showcasing all of your session’s digital images, professionally edited for color and light adjustments. Best of all, these images are yours to download and keep.
- Enhanced Selections: After you receive your online gallery, you'll have the opportunity to select your favorite images, which will then be carefully hand-retouched to perfection. These images will be available in both color and black & white, ensuring the highest quality for your memories. These retouched selections create timeless pieces you'll cherish for years to come.
- Turnaround Time: You’ll receive your beautifully edited images in just 2 weeks, so you can enjoy your memories in no time.
- Location: Your session will take place at my cozy home studio in Clermont, FL (34714), providing a comfortable and intimate setting for your photos.
Smash the cake photo collections start at $345. For a personalized studio smash the cake session, reach out to me at ana@anaramalhophotography.com or fill out the form below to schedule your appointment. This fully customized session is designed around your vision—we’ll discuss your preferences for colors, themes and overall style to create the perfect setup. Once I understand your family's needs and budget, I’ll recommend the best package to ensure a seamless and memorable experience.
I can’t wait to capture these precious moments for your family!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: IS THE CAKE INCLUDED?
A: The Cake is not included due to food hygiene-intolerance and allergy reasons.
Q: WHAT IS THE CAKE SMASH SESSION?
A: Cake Smash sessions are the ultimate way to celebrate that huge milestone of their First Birthday. Usually at the cake smash session, is when baby will try cake for the first time. It's fun and messy.
Q: WHEN SHOUD I DO THE CAKE SMASH PHOTOS?
A: Cake Smash portraits are taken on or around your little one’s 1st birthday. Most of our clients book the session around 11 months old but it can be done when baby is one or after baby's birthday.
Q: IS THERE A SPECIFIC TYPE OF CAKE USED FOR THE CAKE SMASH?
A: They’re generally best if kept small, about six inches. Any cake from Publix or your local bakery works well and if you can ask for the cake to be softer it's easy to break apart and eat. Your smash cake can of course be decorated with any themes or characters your child likes, but we suggest your baby's cake be decorated with bright fun colors. If you opt for a colored finish on the cake, it is important to check with the baker so that dye is not used that leaves stains on the baby's skin. You don't want your baby's skin to get all blotchy for the bubble bath session.
Q: CAN WE INCLUDE PHOTOS WITH PARENTS AND OLDER SIBLINGS IN THE SESSION?
A: Yes! But keep in mind that the main focus will be on the baby. However, parents and siblings are welcome to join for a few special poses to capture those sweet family moments.
Q: CAN WE USE SOMETHING OTHER THAN CAKE?
A: You aren’t limited to just cake! Some other options include fruits, cupcakes, donuts, really anything your baby would like to eat and play with to create cute and messy photos!
Q: ARE THE OUTFITS INCLUDED IN THE CAKE SMASH PHOTO SHOOT?
A: Outfits are not included. At that age there is always a variation for the size of the baby and so, in order not to run the risk of not having an outfit in the right size for your baby.
Q: WHAT IS THE DELIVERY TIME FOR DIGITAL FILES?
A: Turnaround time is 2 weeks.
Q: HOW LONG IS THE CAKE SMASH SESSION?
A: The session lasts about 1 hour.
Q: MAY I INVITE MY FAMILY MEMBERS TO THE SESSION, SUCH AS GRANDPARENTS AND COUSINS?
A: I prefer to keep immediate family members only. Too many people trying to get your child to smile may be distracting or overwhelming.
Q: WHAT IF MY CHILD DOESN’T EAT THE CAKE?
A: This may happen. Some children love the cake smash and dig right in! Others are more hesitant and even get upset. Feel free to have puffs, cheerios, or any other small snack that your child likes that we can place on the cake to entice him/her to participate.
TIP:
It's best to schedule the session after your baby's nap time or the time of the day when your baby is active and happy.
Notes:
Family photos are reserved for immediate family only (parents and siblings). Unfortunately, extended family members cannot be accommodated at this time.
Additional Artwork: Albums, wall art, and prints are available for purchase separately.
A non-refundable deposit of $50 is required at the time of booking to secure your spot. The remaining balance is due on the day of your session.
Payment plans are available.