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Dino 1st Birthday Cake Smash Session – Indianapolis Child Photography

Just wrapped up a delightful 1st birthday cake smash session in my Indianapolis studio, and it was a dino-mite affair! The theme? Dinosaurs, of course – with a backdrop bursting with vibrant colors and adorable dino accents. It was a roaring good time!

Dino themed first birthday cake smash session - green, teal, blue and orange
Pink Princess Cake Smash - castle and floral balloon arch

Indy’s Cutest Princess: Pink Princess Cake Smash Edition

Let me tell you about the latest session that stole my heart: Indy’s Cutest Cake Smash, Pink Princess Edition! When the family told me they wanted a pink princess theme, I knew we had to go all out. We transformed the studio into a fairy tale dreamland complete with a floral balloon arch and a majestic princess castle backdrop fit for royalty.

The Charm of Simplicity: A Soft Pink and Gold Cake Smash Session

In the world of cake smash photography, simplicity can steal the show. This session proved just that. The soft hues of pink and gold created an elegant yet playful backdrop, allowing the birthday girl’s joy to shine through without unnecessary distractions.

happy and messy birthday girl
Mermaid 1st birthday cake smash session

Mermaid 1st Birthday Cake Smash Session – Purple, Pink and Teal

I recently had the pleasure of capturing this sweet girl’s 1st birthday smash cake session, and it was a mermaid-themed delight. The color palette for the session revolved around shades of pink, purple, and teal, creating a visually captivating and whimsical setting. The birthday girl stole the show in her sparkly mermaid dress, which added […]

Strawberry Shortcake Session by an Indianapolis Photographer KristeenMarie

I recently had the pleasure of capturing a truly heartwarming 1st birthday cake smash session. The theme was a charming Strawberry Shortcake, and it was evident from the moment the birthday girl arrived that we were in for a sweet treat of a session. The star of the day, the birthday girl, couldn’t have been […]

strawberry cake smash
happy birthday boy laughing

Blue and Gold Boho Balloon Arch Cake Smash – Indianapolis Photographers

Get ready to have your heart stolen by the most adorable blue-eyed baby boy, as you enjoy the cake smash photography from his 1st birthday session. This epic cake smash adventure was bursting with laughter and joy! His session was a world of blue and gold balloons dancing with excitement, setting the stage for an […]

Succulents and Gold – Indianapolis 1st Birthday Cake Smash Session

In a recent session, I had the pleasure of capturing a succulent-themed first birthday cake smash. The setup was adorned with a delightful mix of gold and green tones, creating a stunning backdrop. The cake did not disappoint which was also succulent filled (but the editable buttercream type). As always, the cake smash session began […]

happy and messy birthday boy
big smiles - Indianapolis child photography by KristeenMarie

Sitter Session: How to Prepare for Your Milestone Photography Session

Hey there! I’m your friendly neighborhood Indianapolis photographer, and I’ve had the privilege of capturing some truly heartwarming milestone photography sessions recently. There just aren’t enough hours in the day to blog all the milestone sessions that I photograph, but I thought I would combine a few sessions and share some insights to help you […]

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