Colton’s Cake Smash Session | A Classic & Timeless First Birthday Session
Colton’s cake smash session was the perfect blend of simple, classic, and timeless — exactly how first birthday photos should feel! Designed with soft shades of light blue and white, this cake smash setup created a clean and elegant look that allowed Colton’s sweet personality to truly shine.
As a cake smash photographer, I love creating setups that feel intentional and refined, and this custom balloon arch was one of my favorites. The neutral blue tones paired beautifully with white balloons for a soft, airy backdrop that will never go out of style.
A Simple Blue & White Cake Smash Backdrop
For Colton’s session, I created a custom balloon arch using a simple color palette of light blues and white. This approach keeps cake smash photos timeless and ensures they’ll look just as beautiful years from now as they do today.
Simple cake smash setups are ideal for:
- Highlighting baby’s expressions and personality
- Creating clean, classic first birthday photos
- Coordinating effortlessly with outfits and cake design
Colton absolutely loved exploring his cake, and the minimal backdrop kept the focus exactly where it should be — on him.
More Than a Cake Smash: A Full Family Story
What made this session especially meaningful is how long I’ve had the honor of working with Colton’s family. I’ve been photographing his parents since their engagement session in 2021, their wedding in 2022, and Colton’s in-home newborn session last year.
Being trusted to document these milestones — from engagement to wedding to newborn and now a first birthday cake smash — is something I never take lightly.
This is exactly why I love being a marriage through motherhood photographer. Watching families grow and returning year after year is one of the most rewarding parts of my work.
Why Timeless Cake Smash Sessions Matter
Trends come and go, but a classic cake smash session never feels dated. Choosing soft, neutral tones like blues and whites ensures your images remain beautiful and relevant for years to come.
Cake smash sessions are about more than the cake — they’re about celebrating your baby’s first year and capturing this fleeting stage of life in a way that feels authentic and meaningful.
Planning Your Baby’s Cake Smash Session
If you’re planning a first birthday cake smash, I offer both simple, timeless setups and fully custom designs tailored to your vision. From balloon arches to color palettes, every detail is thoughtfully planned to reflect your style.
I also offer collections that allow families to document multiple milestones, making it easy to capture your baby’s first year from start to finish.
Ready to Book a Cake Smash Session?
If you’re looking for a cake smash photographer who values timeless design and meaningful storytelling, I’d love to work with you.
Click here to inquire about availability and learn more about cake smash sessions and milestone photography.
Colton’s cake smash was such a joy to photograph, and I’m so grateful to continue telling this family’s story from marriage through motherhood.
