Close-up view of wooden toy cars and white powdery substance on a light-colored surface.
St. Louis Cake Smash & First Birthday Photography


The Big ONE.


Can you believe it has been 12 months? You made it through the sleepless nights, the teething, and the endless diaper changes. Now, your tiny newborn is a little person with a huge personality.


First birthday sessions are about more than just sugar. They are a celebration of you making it to this milestone as a family. Let’s capture the joy, the giggles, and yes, the frosting-covered chaos.

THE PROCESS



The Portraits: We start with the "nice" outfit first. Before the mess begins, we capture classic portraits of your little one (and family photos too) while everyone is still clean and smiling.


The Smash: We bring out the cake and let them go wild. Some dive in face-first, some poke it with one finger. It is all normal, and it is all adorable.


The Cleanup: The best part? You grab your sticky baby, and I handle the mess on the floor. You go home to a clean house.

A sequence of four images showing a partially eaten sandwich with white filling on a light background.
Hands shaping and smoothing white frosting on a wooden cake board in a step-by-step sequence.
A sequence of broken eggshells in varying shades of brown and white arranged in a minimalist style on a light background.

 

Simple, Transparent Pricing

 

Cake Smash Collections are $400.00

Small baby hands covered in white frosting and cake crumbs against a clean white background.

 

Services

 

  • The Petite White Cake: One less thing for you to do! I provide a simple, professional white smash cake for every session. (You are able to bring your own cake if you'd like)
  • The Cleanup: I handle the cake mess. You get to take home a tired, happy baby.
  • High-Resolution Digital Files: All delivered images are edited and ready to print and share.
  • Print Release: You own the rights to print your photos wherever you like (though I recommend my professional lab for the best color!).
  • Minimalist Styling: I provide a clean white backdrop and simple textures. If you have a specific sentimental item (like a special toy or banner), you are welcome to bring it, but we keep the set clutter-free to create timeless images.
  • Comfort First: A warm, quiet environment that helps shy babies feel right at home.
  • Private Sessions: No waiting rooms or other clients looking on. It is just you and your family.