Child during a Smash Cake birthday photo session in studio

Birthday photo session

Birthday photo session - Smash Cake

The birthday photo session, often called a Smash Cake session, is an original and playful way to celebrate your child first birthday, or the following ones.

The session usually takes place a few days before or just after the birthday. It is the perfect opportunity to keep this milestone with joyful, spontaneous images.

During the session, your child discovers a small fake cake covered with whipped cream. Children love touching it, tasting it and playing with it.

The session is not only about the cake. We also create timeless photos of your child in the decor, along with beautiful portraits.

For little ones, the session often ends with a small milk bath, a soft moment where your child can keep playing.

These sessions are above all a moment of play and discovery, in a simple and joyful atmosphere.

Session organization

The Smash Cake cake

I provide a cake designed especially for the Smash Cake session. To avoid food waste and choking risks, it is a fake cake that looks very realistic.

For the playful side, I add whipped cream so children can touch it, taste it and spread it freely. This is often when the laughter starts.

The cake is also decorated with a cake topper showing your child age to mark this important milestone.

Cake and Smash Cake decor in the photo studio
Baby playing in a milk bath during a birthday session

The milk bath

For younger children, the session can end with a milk bath, a moment children often enjoy very much.

After the cake and whipped cream, this little bath usually becomes a favorite moment for babies because they can play in the water freely.

I have several small tubs and basins adapted to photo sessions so we can create a soft, natural decor.

The milk bath takes place at the end of the session, which also helps your child relax after the Smash Cake while we keep creating lively images.

Of course, this moment is completely optional, but it is included in the session if you want it.

Child during a milk bath in a birthday photo studio setup

FAQ birthday session

The last questions about Smash Cake and birthday sessions.

When should we do the birthday session?

The session usually takes place a few days before or just after the birthday.

Some families come before so they can use the photos on the day itself, while others come after to keep a beautiful memory.

Can we bring a real cake?

Yes, it is possible. Some parents prefer to bring a real cake for the Smash Cake session.

Together, we make sure it remains adapted to your child age and that the session happens in the best conditions.

What if my child does not want to touch the cake?

That sometimes happens, and it is not a problem. Every child reacts differently to this discovery.

We always take time to let your child explore at their own pace. Even without a smash, we create beautiful photos.

What should we bring?

You can plan an outfit for your child, but the studio also has outfits and accessories.

The most important thing is to come with a rested child who feels well and is ready to have fun.

Can parents join the session?

Yes, of course. We can create a few family photos and include older siblings too.

These images complete the session beautifully and keep the memory of this important moment.

Until what age can we do a Smash Cake session?

The session is often created for the first birthday, but also for age two, three or more with an adapted version.

The goal remains to celebrate the birthday and capture your child personality through play.

When and how will I see the photos?

At the end of the session, we take time to look through the images together and make your selection.

Each image is then carefully edited and delivered within up to three weeks.

Can I add images after the session?

Yes, if you want to keep more memories.

Additional images are 45 euros per photo. A pack of 10 images or more is available with a professional photo album included.

How will I receive my images?

Final photos are delivered in high resolution on a USB key, included with your session.

You can also choose professional products: prints, albums or frames.

What about image publication?

The prices include a 100 euro discount when you allow selected images to be used to present my work.

If you prefer your photos to remain strictly private, that is possible. In that case, the publication discount does not apply.