Milestones

Baby in floral headband sitting in clear tub surrounded by purple flowers for first birthday photo.

A Sweet Celebration of One

Turning one is more than a milestone.

It’s the end of the longest, shortest year of your life.

The year that changed everything.

Cake smash sessions aren’t just about frosting and sprinkles — they’re about celebrating your baby and everything this first year has meant for your family.

And I promise… we make it fun.


What to Expect

Before Your Session

We plan it together.

From color palettes to themes to outfit styling, I guide you every step of the way so everything feels cohesive, timeless, and true to your baby. Whether you love soft and minimal, whimsical and floral, or something playful and bold — we’ll design a setup that photographs beautifully without overwhelming your little one.

You’ll receive prep guidance before your session so you know exactly what to bring, how to plan around naps, and how to prepare if your baby hasn’t had cake before.

No guesswork. No stress.


During the Session

Cake smash sessions are completely baby-led.

We begin with clean milestone portraits — simple, sweet images of your one-year-old before the cake makes its appearance. These are the timeless portraits you’ll frame forever.

Then the cake comes out.

Some babies dive right in.

Some poke it cautiously.

Some laugh.

Some cry.

Some smear frosting everywhere.

Every reaction is perfect.

I gently guide and document without forcing anything. If your baby needs cuddles, a break, or a moment to reset, we take it. There is no rush here. The goal is to capture their real personality in this season — messy, curious, sweet, and completely themselves.


The Mess (and the Magic)

Yes… it gets messy. That’s part of the fun.

I handle the setup and most of the cleanup so you don’t have to worry. I do recommend bringing wipes, a towel, and a change of clothes for both baby and you — just in case frosting flies farther than expected.

Optional splash bath add-ons are available and make for the sweetest post-cake images while helping with cleanup.


Dinosaur themed first birthday setup with green and yellow balloon arch and decorative banner.
A baby in a blue outfit celebrates their first birthday with colorful cake smash photos.
Exterior view of Buffalo Bills stadium with team branding and signage.
White birthday cake with rubber ducky decorations and silver balloon backdrop.
Rubber duck themed cake smash setup with silver balloon arch and white cake.
Festive birthday celebration with colorful polka dot outfit and sparkly face decorations.
Sunset beach photography with golden sky and sandy backdrop.
Newborn baby sleeping on pink blanket with floral headband and dress.
Dinosaur themed photoshoot with colorful wooden cutouts and tropical plants.
Valentine's themed photo setup with red heart decorations and props.

The Smash Mini – $275


Perfect for families who want a clean, classic cake smash without the full themed setup.

• 20–30 minute session

• Simple backdrop (neutral or classic color)

• 15 hand-edited images

• Online digital gallery

• Cake not included

Simple. Sweet. Timeless

This option keeps the focus fully on your baby — their expressions, their curiosity, their frosting-covered joy.






The Full Splash & Smash Experience – $375


This is the full celebration.

Custom-designed set tailored to your theme

Cake smash session

Splash tub bath cleanup portion

Up to 60 minutes

30+ hand-edited images

Online digital gallery

This session is for the mamas who want the whole experience — the styled set, the frosting, the splash, the personality.

We’ll plan the colors, the vibe, and the details so everything feels cohesive and intentional.

Messy. Magical. Memorable.

A smiling baby wearing a pink floral crown reclines on a white chair.
Testimonial
Michaela goes above and beyond to capture the smallest, most important details that not many photographers would take the time to get! She did my daughters first birthday cake smash and was incredibly patient with her, as well as family Christmas pictures! Not to mention the photos came out beautifully. If I could give we three photography 10 stars I absolutely would! Her work is unmatched. Highly recommend her to anyone in need of photography services.


-Ashley

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“The moment we accessed Jane’s website, we were instantly drawn to her work. Jane is like sunshine; she comes into your life and brings so much light, joy, and energy.“


Andy Ferguson
Filmmaker
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“Jane’s art is filled with vibrant colors and intricate details that are impossible to miss. Her work is a true reflection of her personality - warm, welcoming, and full of life.“


Andy Ferguson
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