First Birthday Cake Smash | Milestone Photographer in Dallas

Cake smash sessions are some of my absolute favorites to photograph! This sweet boy’s first birthday cake smash studio session was everything I love about them. Simple, sweet, and full of personality, these sessions are about more than just cake. They’re about celebrating your baby’s first big milestone and capturing all the tiny expressions, movements, and details that make this season unforgettable.

I’m a big believer in keeping cake smashes clean and minimal so the focus stays exactly where it should, which is on your little one. No overwhelming backdrops or busy props. Just your baby, their personality, and one delicious, simple cake. It’s the perfect recipe for timeless, joy-filled images you’ll treasure for years.

Start with Family Moments

Before the cake comes out and the frosting flies, I always begin with a few classic family portraits. It’s such a special way to document this moment as a family, especially since it’s likely the last “baby” milestone before toddlerhood officially begins. From there, we capture a few clean, sweet portraits of your little one solo. These are perfect for showcasing their big smiles, wobbly steps, or curious glances before things get messy.

First Birthday Cake Smash Sessions

Some babies dive right into their cake, while others take their time and need a little encouragement. Either way the result is completely perfect and every reaction is priceless. This little guy was ALL IN on the cake, starting with a tiny pokes before grabbing fistfuls with wide-eyed joy. Watching that curiosity turn into delight is what makes these sessions so special. Frosting-covered fingers, surprised faces at the first taste, and sweet giggles—it’s a sensory experience and a celebration all in one.

The first year goes by in the blink of an eye, and these sessions create such amazing memories that you’ll always treasure. One day you’re cradling a sleepy newborn, and before you know it, they’re giggling, crawling, and getting into everything. A cake smash session freezes this special moment and gives you keepsake images that celebrates all the firsts you’ve already experienced and all those still to come.