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How to Choose the Perfect Cake Smash Theme for Your One-Year-Old

Your baby’s first birthday is such a special milestone! A cake smash session is a fun way to celebrate and capture this moment. Picking the perfect theme can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Here are some tips to help you get started!

birthday boy smiling during candy cane themed smash cake session
hot air balloon cake smash session for baby's first birthday

Blue Hot Air Balloon Cake Smash Photography – Indianapolis Child and Family Photographer

I’ve had so much fun watching both of these siblings grow through their first years of life. This little birthday boy celebrated in style with a blue hot air balloon-themed cake smash session. Up, up, and away he goes from his first year of life!

Fun Facts About Zionsville, Indiana

Zionsville has a charming brick-paved Main Street. It’s one of the few remaining in the country and perfect for a leisurely stroll. There are great shops and it’s the perfect urban setting for family pictures! Check out the session below for an example.If you are looking for outfits for an upcoming family photography session the shops here have you covered! My two favorite shops are Southern Fancy and Vintage Charm. Both places have stylish clothing and staff that are super helpful! Just tell them what occasion you are looking for in terms of an outfit and they will find you the perfect thing.

Family photography session in downtown Zionsville, IN
birthday girl eating her smash cake

Rainbows and Hot Air Balloons: A Magical Cake Smash Session

Building custom backdrops for my clients is a creative outlet for me. I love diving into the process and bringing these visions to life. This particular session was especially delightful. The mix of rainbows and balloons added a whimsical touch, perfect for a cake smash.

What to Expect During Your Sitter Milestone Session

I love sitter milestone sessions! Capturing babies at this stage is so special. These sessions are best when your baby can sit soundly on their own. You should feel comfortable leaving your baby on a hard surface without fear of toppling over. This usually happens around 7 months old, but every baby is different. If your baby isn’t sitting solidly yet, we can reschedule.

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Little girl mermaid photo shoot

Mermaid Magic: Brynn’s 5th Birthday Photoshoot

Every year, around my kid’s birthday, I do a special photo shoot for them. My second born, Brynn, hit the big 5 and you better believe she had something special in mind: a mermaid photoshoot. She rocked it and had fun doing it!

Comparing Studio vs. Outdoor Newborn Photography: Pros and Cons for Indianapolis Newborn Pictures

Newborn photography is a beautiful way to capture the fleeting moments of your precious little one’s early days. With the evolution of photography, parents now have the choice between studio and outdoor settings to create those timeless memories. But how do you decide? Here is a balanced comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of studio […]

baby in wild flower field with sister - outdoor newborn photography in Indinanapolis
Dad with two kids - newborn photography in Zionsville

Bonded Siblings From the Beginning – Zionsville Newborn Photographer

Navigating the roller-coaster of emotions that toddlers experience when a new sibling enters the scene is no small feat. It’s a real-life drama that unfolds in various ways—some might throw tantrums, attempt to hit, or altogether ignore the new addition to the family. And you know what? It’s all part of the family dynamics that […]

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 […]

big smiles - Indianapolis child photography by KristeenMarie
baby in a box - black and white newborn image

Working With Two Year Olds – Zionsville Newborn Photographer

You never know what you are going to get out of a two year old. They can be scared or hesitant of me (a stranger), straight up defiant, tearful, or bouncing off the wall crazy. Their reactions can vary from moment to moment and they can have all these reactions during one session. Anyone who […]

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