Jacksonville Cake Smash Photographer for First Birthday Milestone Sessions

Celebrate Your Baby’s First Birthday With a Custom Cake Smash Experience
Your baby’s first birthday is a milestone worth celebrating — and your cake smash session is designed to be fun, stress‑free, and beautifully styled. Whether you prefer a classic look or a fully themed setup, every detail is customized to highlight your little one’s personality. Sessions can include family portraits, up to three outfit changes, and your choice of “smash” — cake, fruit, spaghetti, Chick‑fil‑A, sushi, BBQ, or anything uniquely them. You’ll walk away with timeless portraits that capture the joy, curiosity, and messy magic of turning one.

🎨 Custom Themes, Outfits & Smash Options
When you book, we’ll talk through your ideas, color palette, and inspiration. With thousands of props, backdrops, and décor pieces — plus the ability to handcraft custom sets — your session can be as simple, whimsical, or elaborate as you’d like.

You’re welcome to bring your own cake, choose one of our recommended bakeries, or skip cake entirely in favor of a fun alternative. Popular “smash” options include:

  • Fruit
  • Spaghetti
  • Chick‑fil‑A nuggets
  • Sushi
  • BBQ
  • Donuts
  • Pancakes
  • Or anything your little one loves

We also offer a curated selection of one‑year outfits for portraits and/or the smash, and you’re welcome to bring up to three outfits to personalize the session even more.

Let Me Take Care of Everything
From frosting‑covered giggles to messy, joyful fun, every detail is thoughtfully planned to showcase your baby’s personality — whether they’re shy, curious, or full of energy. I’ll design the setup, prepare the props, coordinate outfits, and guide your baby through the session so you can simply relax and enjoy the moment.

You’ll walk away with stunning keepsake portraits perfect for framing, sharing, and displaying proudly in your home.

A Fully Styled, Stress‑Free Cake Smash Experience for Your Baby’s First Birthday

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Nationally recognized for creative, custom‑designed cake smash sets

Curated Props, Backdrops & Styling
Thousands of props, backdrops, and décor pieces — plus the ability to handcraft custom sets for any theme

Sibling and Family Photos Included
Up to three outfit changes, including access to curated one‑year outfits in the studio

Fun Options
Creative smash options beyond cake — fruit, spaghetti, Chick‑fil‑A, sushi, BBQ, donuts, pancakes, and more

What makes us unique

Every cake smash session is designed to be creative, fun, and completely customized. From planning your theme to building the set, coordinating outfits, and guiding your little one through each part of the session, I handle every detail so you can relax and enjoy the experience. Parents often tell me how supported they feel — and how meaningful it is to create artwork that celebrates their baby’s first birthday in such a joyful, personal way.

What to Expect – Our Process

1. Book your session  
Share your theme ideas, color palette, and preferred “smash” option — cake, fruit, spaghetti, Chick‑fil‑A, sushi, BBQ, or anything uniquely them. We’ll plan a fully customized setup and discuss outfit choices and family photo options.

2. Enjoy your guided cake smash session  
We begin with classic portraits, then move into the themed smash. Your little one can enjoy up to three outfit changes, and you’re welcome to join in for family photos. Deluxe sessions include a splash bath for easy cleanup and adorable post‑smash images.

3. View and select your favorite images  
Return to the studio for your ordering appointment, where you’ll choose your portraits, artwork, and any custom edits you’d like. You’ll see everything beautifully displayed and curated to help you select your favorites.

4. Pick up your finished artwork and digitals  
Your heirloom pieces are professionally crafted and ready to display in your home — a joyful, meaningful way to celebrate your baby’s first birthday.

Your baby’s first birthday is a milestone worth celebrating — and your cake smash session is designed to be fun, stress‑free, and beautifully styled.

Whether you prefer a classic look or a fully themed setup, every detail is customized to highlight your little one’s personality.

Sessions can include family portraits, up to three outfit changes, and your choice of “smash” — cake, fruit, spaghetti, Chick‑fil‑A, sushi, BBQ, or anything that feels uniquely them.

You’ll walk away with timeless portraits that capture the joy, curiosity, and messy magic of turning one.

The CAKE SMASH Experience

Why Choose Us

  • Fully customized themed sets — designed, built, or handcrafted just for your session

  • Ability to create completely custom sets for unique themes

  • Optional family portraits included at no additional cost

  • Up to three outfit changes for your little one

  • A curated selection of one‑year outfits available in‑studio upon request

  • Fine‑art styling and professional lighting for polished, magazine‑worthy images

  • Splash bath add‑on for adorable cleanup portraits

  • Comfortable environment designed for babies and toddlers

  • Expert guidance to help your baby feel relaxed, curious, and engaged

  • Fast turnaround and beautifully crafted heirloom artwork options
Why Clients Love Their Experience

I take a personalized, playful, and thoughtful approach to every cake smash session — focused on creativity, comfort, and capturing your baby’s personality in a way that feels joyful, authentic, and beautifully styled.

Parents often tell me they appreciate:

  • The fully customized themed setups

  • The curated props, outfits, and décor

  • The flexibility to include family portraits

  • The patience and gentle guidance throughout the session

  • The ability to choose fun “smash” options beyond cake

  • The fine‑art portraits created to celebrate their baby’s first birthday

If you’re looking for a cake smash photographer who blends creativity, fun, and fine‑art portraiture, let’s create something truly special.

Most clients invest between $350–$450 on their cake smash session, depending on the package they choose. Sessions include portraits before the smash, a fully customized themed setup, professional retouching, and a print credit to use toward digitals, prints, or wall art. Every family’s needs are different, so you’ll have complete flexibility to select the products that fit your vision and the way you want to celebrate your baby’s first birthday.

📍 Serving Jacksonville & North Florida  
Christy Whitehead Photography proudly serves families across Jacksonville, Orange Park, Fleming Island, Baldwin, Oakleaf, Riverside, Mandarin, Nocatee, Amelia Island, Fernandina Beach, St. Augustine, and the Beaches. Our studio is conveniently located for clients throughout North Florida seeking luxury cake smash portraits and a fully guided, creative experience.

Love from clients

kat c.

Very professional and made me and my family feel very comfortable.

Had an idea of what I wanted to do, Christy made it happen and made it look amazing!

Definitely recommend!

"Very professional."

mindy h.

She was so patient with our twins and knew all the tricks to get them to cooperate. We have some amazing photos to cherish for years to come.

She is a kind and caring person who we've gotten to know and enjoy seeing time after time.


"She is creative and talented and a joy to work with!"

Sydney l.

My son had some cranky moments, and she provided an area for him to calm down and take his time.

 She has a talent for bringing smiles to children’s faces on set. I’m so satisfied with the photos! I would definitely work with Christy again in the future!

"She was very welcoming and made her studio feel like home. "

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Frequently Asked Questions

What age is best for a cake smash?
Most families schedule cake smashes around 11–12 months, but earlier or later is totally fine.

Do you provide the cake?
For allergy and safety reasons, families bring their own cake. I’ll send size and style recommendations so it photographs beautifully.

What should my baby wear?
You can bring an outfit, or choose from the studio’s curated wardrobe. Please note that cake smash outfits in studio are very limited, especially for boys.

I also have simple, clean setups that look great with diaper covers or bloomers.

Can we do family photos too?
Yes, family may be included also.

How messy does it get?
Very — and that’s the fun part. The studio is fully prepared for cleanup, and babies love it.

Do you offer a splash tub after the smash?
Yes! A quick splash bath is included to help clean up and create adorable bonus images.