Cake Smash Photographer in Charlotte, NC
Your little one is turning one. You know what that means? It's cake smash time!!!Let’s talk about it: babies don’t stay little. One day, they’re cooing and melting your heart, and the next, they’re crawling at lightning speed, climbing furniture, and giving you a daily cardio workout. Don’t blink—or those squishy cheeks and toothy grins will be gone in a flash. So, what better way to freeze time and celebrate your baby’s big one than with a cake smash session?
Here’s the deal:
Bring your little cutie to my Charlotte, NC studio for a first birthday bash like no other. Not only will we capture their budding personality and those irresistible baby features, but we’ll also have a blast letting them (politely or not-so-politely) destroy a cake. Yes, this is your excuse to let your baby make a giant, frosting-filled mess. And trust me, it’s adorable.
Why a Cake Smash?
Because your baby’s first year is full of monumental milestones, and this is the perfect way to celebrate that incredible growth. Plus, let’s be honest, you deserve a fun memory to look back on when your little one is a teenager rolling their eyes at you.
As a professional cake smash photographer here in Charlotte, I’ve seen it all—smashers who delicately poke at the cake and others who dive in like they’ve been training for this moment their entire (one-year) life. Either way, I promise you’ll walk away with sweet, timeless memories that you’ll treasure forever.
It’s Party Time!!!
The Cake Smash Experience in Charlotte, NC
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1. Reach Out!
It all starts with you contacting me. Send me a message or give me a call—whatever works. Let’s chat about your dream cake smash session. What’s your baby’s vibe? Are they a giggly little cupcake or a sassy frosting-thrower? Do you envision balloons, banners, or something more minimalist? Whatever you’re dreaming of, we’ll make it happen.
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2. Let's Plan the Fun
Come by the studio for a pre-session consultation. We’ll look at props, backdrops, and outfits (seriously, baby suspenders and tutus? Too cute). Not feeling super creative? No problem—I’ll take care of all the styling and coordination. All you need to do is show up with your baby and let the magic happen.
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3. Smash Time!
Now comes the fun part! My Charlotte studio will be completely set up and ready to go on the big day. We’ll start with some portraits of your baby looking all fancy and fresh in their cute outfit. Then… cue the cake. I’ll capture every moment of your baby smashing, squishing, and maybe even tasting the cake (or just staring at it—hey, it happens).
And don’t worry, I’m all about making sure the session is stress-free and fun. You relax, enjoy the mess, and I’ll take care of getting all those perfect shots.
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4. Relive the Good Times
After the session, the magic continues when you come back to the studio for your photo reveal. This is where you’ll get to see all the edited, gorgeous images from the session. We’ll gush over your favorites, and you’ll choose how you want to display them—whether that’s an album, prints, or wall art. P.S. Albums make the perfect keepsake for this milestone!
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The First Year: Gone in the blink of an eye
From first coos to first steps, your baby’s first year is packed with moments you’ll want to remember forever. A cake smash session is the perfect way to celebrate not just their first birthday, but every milestone and memory that led to it.
Whether you’re envisioning a colorful, prop-filled session or a clean, minimal style to focus on those precious baby expressions, I’ve got you covered. Every session is custom-designed to match your vision—and trust me, these photos will be everything.
So, stop Googling “birthday photoshoot near me” and let’s make this happen. Contact me today to book your cake smash session at my Charlotte, NC studio. Together, we’ll create images that you’ll cherish forever—and maybe a few that will make you laugh every time you see them. (Because frosting in baby hair? Comedy gold.)
Let’s celebrate your little one’s big milestone—smash-style!
What People Are Saying—
“Erin is wonderful to work with. She's incredibly creative, thoughtful, and goes over and beyond for her clients. Her new studio is amazing! Erin has been taking our families pictures since 2017 and she just keeps getting better!”
— Morgan
“Erin does such beautiful work. She recently did my daughter’s cake smash and I loved all the pictures. She really captured her!”
— Kaitlyn
“Erin has been photographing my kids for almost 7 yrs now. She is absolutely the best! Her creativity and talent shows in every session I have ever had with her. We have done everything from newborn to milestones to holiday sessions with her and each one has been unique and beautiful. She really connects with my children and captures the best moments from them. I would give her 10 stars if that was an option. Go check her work out!”