Smiling baby wearing a "1st Birthday" outfit and crown, surrounded by Toy Story characters Rex, Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Mr. Potato Head, and Slinky Dog on a beige background.

Children & Cake Smash Photography in Huntington Beach

Turning childhood milestones into cherished memories

Time moves quickly, especially in the early years. One moment you’re holding a newborn, and before you know it, they’re crawling, standing, laughing, and smashing cake with pure joy. These milestones are fleeting, and they deserve more than quick snapshots. They deserve to be thoughtfully captured and turned into meaningful memories you can return to for years to come.

Whether you’re celebrating a first birthday with a cake smash or documenting your child’s growing personality through a milestone session, each experience is designed to feel easy and unhurried. I understand how unpredictable little ones can be, and sessions are always guided with patience and flexibility. We move at your child’s pace, allowing them to feel comfortable, safe, and free to be themselves.

Each session includes a balance of classic portraits and playful, personality-filled moments. We begin with simple setups to capture sweet expressions, then ease into the fun—cake, giggles, and all the joyful mess that comes with it. Sessions are custom-styled with colors, props, and themes that reflect your child’s unique story without feeling overdone or forced.

Sessions take place in my Huntington Beach studio, with in-home options also available for families who prefer to stay close to home. I bring a full professional mobile setup, including lighting, backdrops, and styling elements, so you receive the same polished, studio-quality experience in your own space.

In addition to digital images, I offer custom-designed albums and heirloom-quality wall art so your child’s milestones can be displayed and enjoyed every day—not tucked away on a screen. Cake smash and children session investment begins at $1,290 and reflects a full-service experience from thoughtful planning through beautifully finished artwork.

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Toddler in lace outfit holding pink and white balloons, standing near a partially eaten cake on the floor.
Baby in brown dress holding milestone card reading 'twelve months'
Baby sitting with a decorated cake labeled "One" and surrounded by balloons.
Baby in a peach dress holding the letter E, next to letters O and N, forming the word 'ONE'
Baby sitting on the floor in front of a cake, wearing a lace outfit, with frosting on hands and face, surrounded by balloons.
A toddler in a brown dress holding a white balloon and looking upwards, with two other balloons, one gold and one cream, in the background.
A young child wearing a cowboy hat, blue checkered shirt, and cowboy boots stands on a hay bale. The child holds a toy guitar. Around them are a wooden number three, a plush cow, and a plush horse. The background is beige.
A young child in a blue suit sitting on a wooden stool, holding a large wooden letter 'E' and giving a thumbs-up.
A young child in a navy blue blazer and khaki pants sits on a wooden stool, smiling and holding a small white Chihuahua wearing a polka dot dress with a pink bow, against a brown background.
Cute baby in traditional outfit with Tet decorations and red envelopes, Vietnam
A baby in a pink floral dress and headband stands beside a white chair with red Chinese New Year decorations and lanterns in the background.
Baby in traditional red outfit and conical hat sitting on a white surface, surrounded by Vietnamese New Year decorations, red lanterns, yellow floral arrangements, and a tray of fruits.
A smiling baby in a red frilly skirt and pink top, wearing a pink bow, sits next to a white cake on a stand. The background has pink balloons, a teddy bear balloon, a stuffed bunny toy, and the word "ONE" in big white letters, marking a first birthda
A baby in a fuzzy bear costume sits on the floor with pink balloons and a teddy bear balloon in the background. A plush bunny toy is nearby, and the word 'ONE' is displayed in large letters, indicating a first birthday celebration.
Baby in cowboy hat and red bandana sitting with a cake
Baby wearing a number one birthday outfit and crown, surrounded by Toy Story characters, including Woody, Buzz Lightyear, Rex, Mr. Potato Head, and Slinky Dog, on a beige background.
Baby wearing In-N-Out Burger outfit sitting with fries, burgers, and "seven months" sign.
Baby wearing In-N-Out Burger uniform hat and red apron, sitting with a burger-shaped cake labeled "seven months." Fast food items like burgers and fries are on the floor.
Baby wearing an In-N-Out Burger hat holding a hamburger with an excited expression.
Three boys posing for a portrait against a dark background. Two older boys are sitting on either side of a younger boy, all smiling and wearing casual clothing.
Two boys sitting against a dark background, both wearing black shirts and sneakers, one on a wooden box, smiling at the camera.
Young child sitting on a white chair wearing a green quilted jacket and dark pants with hands clasped.
A baby wearing a lacy white dress and bonnet, standing on a woven rug. The background features pink balloons, floral decor, and macrame wall hangings.
A toddler in a cream-colored floral outfit standing with a white wooden chair, surrounded by pink balloons, flowers, and a green teddy bear in a decorated studio setting.
Baby sitting on a round woven mat with "ONE" wooden letters, pink balloons, floral decorations, and a green teddy bear in a birthday-themed setting.
A baby in a floral dress sits next to a small cake with a "One" topper. The backdrop features pink balloons, decorative vases with flowers and pampas grass, and a neon sign reading "One." A stuffed green bear with a flower crown is also in the backgr
Baby sitting with cake, pink balloons, and floral decorations, celebrating first birthday.
Toddler sitting with alphabet blocks and large "TWO" letters, wearing white and plaid outfit.
Smiling toddler sitting on a toy pirate ship with a skull and crossbones flag.
Smiling baby in floral romper and yellow headband sitting in wicker basket against light background.
Smiling baby sitting on the floor wearing a yellow flowered dress and headband, holding white letters spelling "ONE."
Smiling baby in a pink dress with a bow, sitting with a cake on a pink background.
Baby with a cake and balloon on first birthday, pink background.
Two babies in matching outfits with a small cake, sitting on a beige background; one baby eating cake, the other smiling with cake on face and a "One" topper on the cake.
Baby sitting next to a small cake with "One" topper, celebrating first birthday.
Baby sitting in a wicker basket wearing a yellow crown with 'One' text, surrounded by plush tiger and giraffe toys, on a beige background.
A baby wearing a cream-colored frilly dress sits in front of a cake made of donuts with pink frosting and sprinkles, topped with the word "One." Gold and pink balloons are in the background.
Baby sitting on floor with cake frosting on face and body, holding a cake topper spelling "wild one" on a beige background.
Baby in rustic setting with crown, sitting in woven basket with greenery, burlap bunting, white letters spelling 'ONE'.
Smiling young girl in white dress sitting outdoors with blurred green and yellow background.
Smiling child with long brown hair, hand on cheek, in a light-colored dress, sitting outdoors with blurred green and yellow background.
Young girl in a white dress sitting on a chair in a grassy field with trees and sunlight in the background.

Because these moments are brief—but the memories don’t have to be.

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