Cake Smash Photo Shoot Leeds

A Cake Smash Photo Shoot is the perfect way to celebrate your baby’s first birthday! These sessions are full of fun and laughter, capturing your little one’s personality as they explore, play, and make a delightful mess.

Celebrate Your Baby’s First Birthday with a Cake Smash

Congratulations—your baby is turning one! The past year has been full of love, joy, and probably some sleepless nights, and now it’s time to celebrate this incredible milestone. A Cake Smash is a playful, memorable way to mark the occasion, creating beautiful images for you to cherish forever.

What Happens at a Cake Smash Photo Shoot?

My Cake Smash and Splash Sessions are relaxed, fun-filled, and baby-led. Some little ones dive straight in, smashing their cake with excitement, while others take a more cautious approach—every reaction is unique, and that’s what makes the session so special!

Your session includes:
✔ A mini portrait session on the cake smash set (before the cake is brought out)
✔ The Cake Smash—where your baby gets to explore, taste, and play with their cake
✔ A Splash Session—a fun bubble bath to clean up and capture those adorable splashes

Customisable Themes and Cake Designs

You can choose the theme for your Cake Smash session! Simply let me know any specifics you’d like—whether it’s colours, props, or a particular style—and I’ll take care of the rest. The cake will be decorated to match your chosen theme, creating a seamless look for your photos.

The cake is created by a highly experienced, 5-star hygiene-rated local cake maker, and I’m happy to accommodate food intolerances—just ask for more details when booking.

Tips for Preparing for Your Cake Smash Session

To ensure the best results, we can schedule your session at a time that fits in with your baby’s nap schedule. A well-rested, recently fed baby is more likely to enjoy their cake and play, making for a relaxed and fun session.

Each Cake Smash Session typically lasts around 45 minutes, but there’s no rushing—we’ll take the time we need to capture those precious moments.

After Your Cake Smash Session

After your shoot, I will carefully select and edit your photos, then provide you with a gallery to choose from. From there, you can select a package that best suits your needs.

How to Book Your Cake Smash in Leeds

To secure your session, a non-refundable £99 retainer is required. This will be deducted from your final balance.

I can’t wait to capture this special milestone for you! Contact me to book your Cake Smash Photo Shoot in Leeds.

Clare Barker Photography is based in Garforth, Leeds however we have clients travelling from Wakefield, Wetherby, Harrogate, York and beyond for our Cake Smash photo shoots. I am always flexible on shoot times to accommodate your travel requirements so don't let that concern you. 

What If I’m Not Sure What Style I Want for My Cake Smash?

If you're unsure about the theme or colour scheme for your cake smash session, don’t worry—I’m here to help! I can guide you through the process, offering advice on what works well and what to avoid. My goal is for you to love every part of the experience, from booking and planning, to enjoying the shoot and selecting your favourite images. If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’m here to help make your cake smash session everything you envision!