"Born together. Friends forever." These two boys broke in my new space during their cake smash. Maybe I should call their session a cake slide because little Mr. L can tell you cake gets slippery!
Happy Birthday, H! | Silverdale Cake Smash Photographer
Y'all, my last cake smash in Washington couldn't have been more perfect. When I took my first test shot with the background, I knew this was going to be one of my favorite smashes. The pinwheels, her birthday hat and bubble bath at the end... I don't know if it gets cuter than this.
If you saw the sneak peek, then you already know how her smash went. She loved her cake for about 5 minutes. Then she pulled off her necklace and tutu... and then she was done! Like, basically feel asleep on the floor done.
First Look | Bremerton Cake Smash Photographer
First Look | Bremerton Cake Smash | Bremerton Cake Smash Photographer
Today, we celebrated this little mermaid turing one!
Monkey Cake Smash in Bremerton, WA
Let's be real. When a baby turns one, it's a pretty big accomplishment for the parents. I asked Michelle, this little monkey's momma, what her biggest accomplishment was so far as a mom and I loved her answer: Surviving the first year. So yes, cake smashes are a fun way to capture your baby's first taste of cake, but it is also a celebration of you!
I asked Michelle some questions about her first year as a mom, and I loved her honesty. I think we can all relate to stale Cheerios in the high chair and defining acceptable days as everyone staying in one piece. Way to go Michelle! You've raised an adorable little girl (who sure did love her cake smash)!
What is your biggest accomplishment as a mom?
"Surviving the first year? Seriously though, I probably feel most successful about breast feeding for a year. And that about 90% of the time she is a generally happy baby."
What are some lessons you've learned since becoming a parent?
"Some things just aren't worth stressing about. She's gonna eat a Cheerio that's been hiding in the high chair for a month and she is gonna bump her head sometimes... But at the end of the day as long as we are all alive and in one piece, it's most likely an acceptable day!!"
In 20 years, what do you hope your children will say about you?
"That I did all I could to make sure they were happy. And that they know I wasn't just being mean for no reason when they get punished."
Why are family photos important to you?
"They showcase ever-changing life situations and are great keepsakes to show time moving along."
Michelle,
Thank you for choosing me to capture V's cake smash. She is a happy and joyful child and that is a true reflection of her parents. Here's to year #2 and of course, cake!
Ashleigh
Non-traditional smash sessions in Bremerton, WA
First birthday cake smashes are some of my favorite sessions. Watching a baby enjoy a cake with no rules is the best! Icing smeared from ear to ear. Fingers and toes covered. Swoon!
You can imagine how excited I was for my son to turn one. I had everything planned out. It was going to be great. He was going to go crazy. Probably even stick his face in the cake. Did that happen? No. Not even close. Even though I created a beautiful (and funny) gallery, I'll always remember his look of disgust.
One day Landon was eating a special treat - a powdered donut. I should clarify. By eating, I mean going to town. That's when the light bulb went off. I should totally do a donut smash. And when your mommy is a photographer, you have a donut smash the next day!
I couldn't be more thrilled with how these turned out!
Does your child have a special treat they go crazy for? Are you looking to do something a little different? Let's chat about creating a unique smash for your little one!
Happy Birthday, Landon | Cake Smash | Bremerton, WA
Cake smashes are quickly becoming one of my favorite types of sessions. I love the creative freedom of designing a colorful set. This session was extra special because it was for MY little man. I decided to go with a nautical theme. I was going to do whales, but saw a sailboat cake on Pinterest and was sold.
Landon didn't actually enjoy the cake as much as I'd hoped, but I was able to create a gallery that I love.
