A Beginner’s Guide to Cake Smash Photography

 

A baby cake smash photoshoot in Vancouver 

Babies, aren’t they just the cutest?

They come into the world and bring with them all sorts of adorable traditions! A relatively recent one is that of the cake smash photoshoot.

For parents, or parent figures, that still don’t know about this delicious ritual, here’s a guide:

Cake Smash – What’s It About?

As the name indicates, a cake smash photoshoot is all about a baby and what they do with the cake when left to their own devices, all of which is documented by a photographer.

The snaps from this photoshoot usually end up on the invitation cards for the baby’s 1st birthday celebrations. This is also the reason why cake smash photoshoots are done a few weeks, or a month, before a baby’s actual1stbirthday.

Picking the Location

For people wanting to do a cake smash in a studio environment, professional photographers have plenty of options when it comes to sets, props and décor. 

Working with the photographer, a theme is selected and other elements can be discussed ahead of time.

Alternatively, some parents prefer a cake smash done outdoors. In this scenario, natural elements such as grass, foliage, rocks or trees combine with sunlight to create a memorable shoot. This is also more spontaneous than a studio photoshoot.

Choosing the Cake

One of the most important things for a memorable cake smash photoshoot is, of course, the cake itself. Fondant is a bad idea, since not even adults like it that much.

A nice vanilla or chocolate sponge cake, with oodles of colorful frosting layered on top, is stillthefavorite option for parents.

Also, the cake should be free of any decorations that may become a choking hazard.

Other Smashing Details

When selecting an outfit for the photoshoot, parents should keep the theme, color scheme of the set, as well as the cake in mind.Whether contrasting or coordinating, either option has the potential to stand out in photos.

Once a cake smash is done, it’s often followed by a bath-time photoshoot, where the baby is allowed to splash around, wash up, and return to a clean, pre-cake smash appearance, so a second outfit should also be brought along to the photoshoot.

About Artin Photography

With a fully equipped studio facility in Port Coquitlam, B.C., Artin Photography offers kids photography and family photography in Vancouver. 

With COVID-19 safety protocols in place, they’re a great choice for anyone looking for a cake smash photographer in Vancouver.

Contact them through their website to set up an appointment.


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