I've had several first birthday sessions in the studio lately. Like all kids, one-year-olds can be so diverse. Some can already walk, so it's a struggle to keep them in one place and some are content just chilling in one spot. Some are very independent and others want to cling to mom's leg. There are also babies that are pretty oblivious to their surroundings and are happy, happy, happy. Cake smashes always add an interesting dynamic to a session. Here you go, little one, here is a pile of pure, messy sugar - go to town!

Elizabeth took the route of hating her cake at first, and taking a little liking to it after realizing how yummy it was, then we had to add some goldfish to keep her happy (and in one place), and there were spurts of happiness throughout the process. I think she felt every emotion possible - sad, scared, happy, excited, curious, confused - all for a little cake and some sweet, sweet photos. Love it!