Without a doubt, cake smash photography has become a beloved tradition for celebrating a child’s first birthday! Hence, what better way to celebrate this milestone than with a fun and messy photoshoot? Join me as we explore the magical world of cake smash photography right here in Connecticut. Your child’s first birthday is a momentous occasion, not just for the little one but for your entire family. It marks a year of growth, milestones, endless love, and maybe some gray hairs. ;0 It’s a chance for parents to freeze time, to capture the innocence and wonder of their child’s earliest years in a series of (hopefully) delightful photographs.
We like to do our cake smashes when the little ones are between 10 and 11 months old. Yes, we do those ways earlier than you would think, for various reasons. First – at 10/11 months they are happier than 12 months old. Yes, it is just a fact. 🙂 Second, most kids do not walk at that time, so it will be easier to keep them in the setup. Third, the great part about this? You will have your images back before their big birthday smash!
We do not offer sibling and/or family images before, during, or after our cake smash sessions. Why? Because little ones have a 20-minute attention span. Therefore, we want to make sure those little ones are the happiest during their cake smash. Hence, after putting so much work into planning we highly recommend that the cake smash is the only thing you focus on that day.
We also have a section on the blog dedicated to our regular cake smashes. You can check out past Cake Smash Photography sessions right on our blog. My goal is to make this a fantastic experience for you and your child. Furthermore, check out this fun video for a fun overview of some of our most popular cake smashes:
As a cake smash photographer, I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing the pure joy and excitement on a child’s face as they enjoyed their first birthday cake. However, I have also seen plenty of tears! Who knew cake smashing could be so upsetting? 🙂 Despite that, we always end up capturing some magic! In fact, when it comes to cake smashing you have to be ready for anything! Some kids won’t touch the cake, some won’t let go of the cake, some eat it all and some just nibble. So if you are lucky, you will be going home with half the cake!
Naturally, one of the joys of cake smash photography is capturing the unique personality and expressions of your child. Some giggle uncontrollably, while others wear a look of intense concentration as they explore their cake. Meanwhile, others just break out in tears. As mentioned before, you have to be prepared for everything when booking a cake smash. It is an adventure that makes for great memories!
Next, you might have heard about my celebrity cake smashes? Despite not being a bragger, a few of them even went viral! Aren’t they so fun? Creating unique cake smash setups is my specialty. Without a doubt, the biggest challenge – makes me the happiest! So bring it on! As noted before, cake smash photography creates lasting memories for families to cherish for years to come. These photographs are more than just images; they are a timeless memory of your child’s first birthday. In fact, they are a reminder of the fleeting nature of childhood and the importance of preserving every precious moment.
Once you book your session we’ll collaborate about what outfit will work best for this fun shoot. Then we will chat about what you’re envisioning for your session, and how soon we can make this happen. Lastly, keep in mind that we need a minimum of SIX weeks to plan out a premium cake smash if you want customized items. Of course, we also have a list of deluxe cake smash themes that you can choose from that we can turn around in a nick of time. Please click here to see what themes we have readily available!
As a cake smash photographer, my goal is to capture the magic of this special milestone with your vision in mind! Get ready for messy faces, silly expressions, emotions, and laughter. Because long after the cake has been eaten and the decorations put away, without a doubt, these photographs will remain the most cherished reminder of this special day.
Photographing children is what got me started with photography! When I came to the US as an Aupair working with so many different children sparked my interest in photography. Not surprisingly there is always something to be captured. Cake smashes will take place in my Milford photography studio.
Once you book a cake smash, we will get started right away with finding a theme that you are most happy about.
I know there are many great choices when it comes to cake smash photography in Connecticut, which is why I am certainly happy you are here! Our cake smash collections always include the cake and all final images from your birthday session. Cake smashes are the only session where we include all final images because we believe turning ONE is a great reason to celebrate! Collections start at $695. Now let’s get you to book your very own cakesmash photography session! Please complete the pricing request below so we can get you all the details! I am looking forward to having a smashing good time with you!
"We had the most amazing experience with Ute Christin Photography for our little one's cake smash session! Her adorable studio was perfectly set up, with every detail tailored to the theme we had chosen. It was clear she put so much thought and care into making the session special for us, and every detail was perfect!
Ute was incredible with our baby girl, making her laugh and feel at ease throughout the shoot. Her patience and creativity were unmatched, and she knew exactly how to capture those priceless moments—our little one covered in frosting and laughing with pure joy! Ok yes there also were a few tears! :)
The photos turned out even better than I expected! These photos are memories we will cherish forever, and we couldn’t be happier with the entire experience. If you're looking for a photographer who is talented, patient, as well as a joy to work with, Ute is the one. Highly recommend her for any milestone photos, especially cake smashes!" Sandra N. Milford, Connecticut
...who is passionate, talented, and dedicated to capturing your special moments with excellence, look no further. I am here to bring your vision to life through beautiful, heartfelt photographs you'll treasure forever.
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