CAKE SMASH
PHOTOGRAPHY IPSWICH
YOUR BABY IS TURNING ONE!
where has that time gone?
Cake Smash sessions are like a sensory play time for your baby! They are fun, cute and the resulting images are going to be memories you treasure.
Ideal for celebrating your baby’s first birthday, they can also work for any age*
*(the splash part is the only age limitation due to bath size).
The setup is typically simple and classic; a plain background with a balloon garland in your choice of colours. You can make it even prettier and opt for a floral additions, or stars/hearts etc. Part of the booking process is to discuss your ideas so that I know what you are looking for.
A frosted cake is provided to match the setup, and allergies can be catered for but must be declared.
First birthdays done right
genuinely the most fun you can have with cake
Thought of doing a cake smash yourself but realised there is a lot more involved than you thought? Book a professional Cake Smash and do nothing yourself!
I design the setup, blow up the balloons, liase with the baker and collect your cake, and best of all…. I clean up all the mess once you’ve gone!
PROFESSIONALLY BAKED CAKE INCLUDED!
Little Violet Photography’s Cake Smashes are in three parts:
1. Mini Portrait Shoot
The photo shoot starts off with a mini portrait, where we get some photos of your baby in a smart outfit, playing with some toys and take a family photo with the backdrop if you’d like.
2. THE SMASH
We bring the cake out and marvel at the range of expressions it produces!
How they react to the cake is anyone’s guess. I’ll be there capturing all the joy in their face!
3. THE SPLASH
Finally, we bring out my gorgeous little roll top bath for some cute tub pictures. Your baby will love playing with the bubbles and rubber ducks. This also means your little one goes home nice and clean! Win, win!
Lola had a great time at her smash. She loved playing with the cake and splashing about in the bath after! The photos are just fantastic.
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Cake Smash Session
WHAT IS INCLUDED IN YOUR SESSION?
- Pre-session consultation, so we can chat before your session to find out what you have in mind
- Up to an hour photo session, which gives us plenty of time for baby to settle if they are shy, and to get the three stages of the shoot
- Preparation Guide, so you can prepare for your session and know what to expect
- All areas of the setup designed and sourced, so you all you need to do is arrive!
- Outfit provided, to make sure it matches the setup perfectly
- Cake provided, from a local, professional baker
- Use of Mini Roll Top Bath, premium quality miniature bath tub for your baby to have a fun splash after their cake!
- No mess for you, I do all the cleaning up!
- Professionally safety trained, insured and experienced photographer, as you want someone experienced and good with kids
- Complimentary Wall Art consultation to help you decide on the perfect products to show off your images (optional)
- Private Online Viewing Gallery, whilst on a Zoom call with me you will view your personal online gallery to see your images and to decide on your order
PETITE
includes £95 booking feeOnline Viewing Appointment
10 fully edited digital images
10 matching 7 x 5 prints
GRANDE
includes £95 booking feeOnline Viewing Appointment
All fully edited digital images
Matching 7 x 5 prints
£50 Wall Art credit
£25 off a Family Session
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I book for?
Cake smashes are best for a first birthday. Most parents book for around 2-3 weeks prior to baby’s birthday to ensure they get the photos for the day. However it makes no difference to baby if they have their smash after their birthday, or even ON their birthday.
Depending on the type of setup you are looking for, the more notice the better for me to make sure I can source all materials needed.
You can of course book for 2nd/3rd birthdays, but kiddos don’t tend to want to sit with the cake at these ages – rather they prefer to explore the studio! So just bare in mind there will be more positioning needed from you! But it is doable, especially if you know they love cake!
What do I need to bring?
Nothing!
Both packages include everything you need for the photo shoot. It is designed to be stress and mess free for you.
All you need to bring is a drink and a towel to dry little one off after, but I do have water/juice and towels here, so if you forget it’s no bother!
Do I get to choose my photos?
Yes, both packages include a Viewing Appointment where you can choose however many photos you want.
Prepare to buy them all as most parents can’t bare to leave any behind!
What kind of setup can I have?
Anything you like really! Most parents opt for a simple balloon garland, but if you want a theme e.g. jungle, baby shark, flowers etc, then we can certainly do this.
State your preferences on your booking form/questionnaire and I will gather my creativity to bring your vision to life!
What about the cake?
I source my cakes from a local baker, who is hygiene rated by the council and sells their cakes professionally. As such, they can cater to allergies when stated on the booking in form. I do not make any profit on the cakes, so the booking fee is higher to cover the upfront cost.
The cake itself will be a Victoria sponge cake with jam filling, covered in frosting to match the colours you choose.
Other requests can be catered to but may incur additional charges, please discuss this with me.