Cake Smash Sessions

Cake Smash sessions are perfect for celebrating your little one's first birthday or other significant milestones. The ideal age for a cake smash session is typically around your child's first birthday, usually between 10 and 14 months old. Most parents look to schedule their cake smash session around the 10-11 month mark. This timing is perfect because the images can be used for invitations or displayed at a birthday party.

These sessions include photographs of your child and a quick Family/Sibling portrait (upto 5 people) before the cake smash. If you'd like to include aditional family members, there’s a small additional fee of $50 per person.

To secure your session, we ask for a $100 non-refundable deposit* at the time of booking. This will come off your total package fee.

The remaining balance is due 24 hours prior to your booked session.

Available Packages

Mini Collection

  • - Initial planning consultation to discuss session vision/theme.

    - Enjoy a photography session of 30-45 Minutes at my studio in the Barossa Valley.

    - Pre Cake Smash Portraits (Including quick Family/sibling Portrait)

    - Cake Smash Portraits with Child only

    - You'll receive 15 beautifully edited high resolution digital images, carefully selected by the photographer and delivered to you via an online gallery for easy viewing, image selection and download.

    - Simple vanilla sponge cake with cream or butterceream.

    - You’ll receive a Pre Shoot Preparation Guide to help you get ready for your session.

  • $347

    Additional images can be purchased at $30 each. Alternatively, you can upgrade to receive the entire gallery for an additional fee, which will be provided upon delivery of your selection gallery.

Keepsake Collection

  • - Initial planning consultation to discuss session vision/theme.

    - Enjoy a photography session of 45-60 Minutes at my studio in the Barossa Valley.

    - Pre Cake Smash Portraits. (Including quick Family/sibling Portrait)

    - Cake Smash Portraits with Child only.

    - Milk/Bubble Bath Clean up Portraits with Child Only.

    - You'll receive 25 beautifully edited high resolution digital images, carefully selected by the photographer and delivered to you via an online gallery for easy viewing, image selection and download.

    - Simple vanilla sponge cake with cream or butterceream.

    - You’ll receive a Pre Shoot Preparation Guide to help you get ready for your session.

  • $447

    Additional images can be purchased at $30 each. Alternatively, you can upgrade to receive the entire gallery for an additional fee, which will be provided upon delivery of your selection gallery.

legacy Collection

  • - Initial planning consultation to discuss session vision/theme.

    - Enjoy a photography session of 1 -1.5 hours at my studio in the Barossa Valley.

    - Pre Cake Smash Portraits. (Including family/sibling portraits)

    - Cake Smash Portraits with Child only.

    - Milk/Bubble Bath Clean up Portraits with Child Only.

    - You'll receive 35 beautifully edited high resolution digital images, carefully selected by the photographer and delivered to you via an online gallery for easy viewing, image selection and download.

    - Simple vanilla sponge cake with cream or butterceream.

    - You’ll receive a Pre Shoot Preparation Guide to help you get ready for your session.

  • $547

    Additional images can be purchased at $30 each. Alternatively, you can upgrade to receive the entire gallery for an additional fee, which will be provided upon delivery of your selection gallery.

These Collections are designed to make it easy for you to view, select & receive your beautiful images through an online gallery as quickly as possible. There's no rush to select photos for wall art or albums—simply enjoy your pictures right away! Share them on social media, with family, print them at home, or create your wall art and albums whenever it suits you and your budget best.

A basic vanilla cake with cream or butter cream will be provided as a part of your session fee. However if you choose to provide your own cake this is also okay. Please advise the photographer of this within 7 days of your session booking.

If your child has any allergies, it's crucial to take precautions:

1. Bring Your Own Cake: If your child has food allergies or sensitivities, you will need to bring your own cake to the session. Ensure it is safe for them to eat and still looks visually appealing for photos. (White/vanilla cake is recommended - please do not use red for dyes as they stain skin and will not photograph well)

2. Communication: Inform us about any allergies ahead of time so we can make necessary accommodations, such as avoiding certain props or using hypoallergenic wipes for clean-up.

**I understand that unexpected things can happen! While deposits are non-refundable, they can be transferred to another date in the event of illness or weather issues that affect your session, at the photographer's discretion.

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  • A cake smash session is a fun and playful photoshoot where your little one gets to explore, play with, and enjoy a cake, resulting in adorable, messy, and memorable photos.

  • It's best to schedule the session when your baby is around 10-11 months old. This allows time to use the photos for birthday invitations or to display at the party. However these sessions can be done ranging anywhere from 10 - 14 months old.

  • A basic neutral themed vanilla cake is provided as a part of your session fee. however if you choose to bring your own, a small, soft cake that is easy for your baby to smash. Avoid hard decorations, fondant or anything that could be a choking hazard. Many parents opt for simple, frosted cakes with simple neutral colours. Please voice chocolate cakes orally re food dye as they do not photograph well and can stain the skin.

    If your child has any allergies or sensitivities we ask that you provide your won cake that is safe for your baby.

  • Dress your baby in an outfit you don’t mind getting messy. Cute, colourful outfits or nappy covers work well. Some parents also like to add accessories like hats or headbands. A cute pair of overalls/dungarees or a tutu always looks adorable.

  • The cake if your choose to bring your own, a change of clothes for your baby, wipes, a towel, and any special props you’d like to include. It’s also helpful to have snacks or toys to keep your baby happy.

  • Not all babies will dig into the cake right away. We can take it slow, and I have some tricks to help encourage them. Sometimes, even the hesitant reactions make for adorable photos.

  • Absolutely! We can start with some family photos before the cake smash begins, ensuring everyone looks their best before things get messy.

  • Cake smash sessions typically last about 1 hour. This gives us plenty of time to capture pre-cake photos, the cake smash, and any clean-up shots. Timing and inclusions also depend on your chosen package.

  • Please let me know about any allergies in advance. We also ask that you bring a special cake that is safe for your baby to enjoy.

  • Yes, you can choose a colour theme for the cake smash session. Let me know your ideas, and we can incorporate decorations and props to match. The colours I currently have available are Neutrals, Pinks, Blues, Green & Purples.

  • You will receive your edited photos within three weeks of your session via an online gallery for easy viewing and downloading.

  • If your baby is unwell, it’s best to reschedule. Contact me as soon as possible to arrange a new date.

  • The number of photos you receive depends on the package you choose. Packages range from 15-40 high-quality edited images.

  • Of course! Extended family sessions are a wonderful way to capture larger family gatherings. Please let me know in advance so we can plan for the additional people. There is also an additional charge of $50 per person (Capped a $200)

  • Cancellations made more than 48 hours before the session will not incur any additional fees. The deposit, however, is non-refundable. Cancellations within 48 hours of the session may be subject to additional charges at the photographers discretion.

  • We can take breaks as needed. The comfort and happiness of your baby are important, so we’ll go at their pace.

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