Cake Smash and Splash Sessions at The Portrait Barn

Are you ready to celebrate your little one’s milestone with a fun and memorable photo session?

At The Portrait Barn, our Cake Smash and Splash sessions are the perfect way to capture those joyful moments as your child explores, plays, and celebrates turning one (or any special age!).

What is a Cake Smash and Splash Session?

A Cake Smash and Splash session is a playful and adorable way to document your child’s milestone.

The session starts with a beautifully styled portrait session followed by a cake smash where your little one gets to explore, taste, and smash a delicious cake. After all the messy fun, we end the session with a splash in a mini tub filled with warm milky water and lemons or a bubble bath, a perfect way to clean up and capture even more adorable memories.

What to Expect

Custom Setup: 

From colourful balloons and props, we create a setting that reflects is timeless.

Fun-Filled Moments: 

Your little one gets to enjoy every moment of smashing the cake and splashing in the tub, while we capture the magic.

Professional Editing: 

After the session, we carefully edit your photos load them into an online gallery for viewing and where you can select your favourites (remember all our sessions come with some photos included), see our packages for more detail. Additional images can also be purchased.

What to Wear For the Cake Smash:

Little Ones: 

Choose an outfit that matches your theme.

Something nice for the portrait session, don't worry there will be time to change before the messy bit!

Then something for the smash session, popular choices include tutu skirts, rompers, or nappy covers paired with suspenders. Bold colours, fun patterns, and accessories like headbands or bow ties add a personal touch. Remember, this outfit will likely get messy!

For the Splash:

Little Ones: A simple nappy or swim nappy is perfect for the tub. We provide a selection of bubble-friendly props like rubber duckies to enhance the fun..

Tips for a Successful Session

Timing is Everything: 

Schedule the session during a time when your child is typically happy and well-rested.

Bring Snacks: If your child isn’t immediately interested in the cake, small snacks like puffs can encourage exploration.

Stay Relaxed: Some kids dive right in, while others take their time. Let your child lead the way, and we’ll capture their authentic reactions.

Towels and Extra Clothes: Bring a towel and a change of clothes for after the splash session.

Why Choose The Portrait Barn?

At The Portrait Barn, we specialise in creating a fun, stress-free environment that allows your child’s personality to shine. Our cosy and charming studio provides the perfect backdrop for these special moments. With years of experience photographing little ones, we know how to capture every giggle, splash, and frosting-covered smile.

Book Your Session Today

Don’t miss out on this joyful milestone! Our Cake Smash and Splash sessions are a hit with families looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate their little one’s big day.

Contact us today to book your session and let’s make memories that will last a lifetime.