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Dallas cake smash photographer

Dallas Cake Smash Photographer

Your baby’s first birthday is a milestone worth celebrating in the sweetest way possible. At Dahlias and Daisies Photography, our Dallas cake smash photography sessions capture the joyful, messy, hilarious moments that happen when a curious one-year-old meets a birthday cake for the very first time.

These sessions are designed to celebrate your baby’s personality while creating colorful, storybook-style portraits you will treasure forever. From custom-designed sets to playful frosting-covered smiles, every cake smash session is a joyful celebration of your little one turning one.
Families travel from throughout Dallas, Plano, Frisco, Richardson, McKinney, and the surrounding DFW area to experience our signature cake smash photoshoots.

First Birthday Cake Smash Photography in Dallas, Plano, Frisco & the DFW Area

This sweet little guy was smashing his cake in the hundred acre wood!

little bear

This little princess was celebrating her first birthday with a cake smash cinderella style!

princess

hot air balloons

it's "up, up, and away!" for this stylish cake smash

Every cake smash session at Dahlias and Daisies is thoughtfully styled to create images that feel magical, fun, and completely unique.
Your baby’s cake smash experience includes:
• A beautifully styled themed set
• Portraits before the cake smash begins
• The cake smash celebration itself
• A splash tub bath at the end for adorable clean-up photos
The result is a collection of images that tell the story of your baby’s first birthday — from sweet smiles to frosting-covered giggles.

Custom Themes & Creative Sets
One of the most exciting parts of a cake smash session is choosing the theme. Dahlias and Daisies is known for colorful, imaginative sets that make every session feel special.
Popular cake smash themes include:
• Floral and garden themes
• Vintage-inspired birthday sets
• Bright and colorful celebration themes
• Whimsical storybook concepts
• Soft neutral and classic designs
If you have a particular idea in mind, we love bringing creative visions to life.

The Perfect Age for a Cake Smash Session
Cake smash photos are typically scheduled when babies are around 11 to 12 months old.
This timing ensures the images are ready to celebrate your baby’s first birthday.  Many parents
schedule the session about one month before their baby’s birthday, allowing time to use the
images for birthday invitations or party decorations.

What Happens During a Cake Smash Session
Cake smash sessions are designed to be relaxed and fun for both babies and parents.
The session typically unfolds in three parts:
1. Birthday Portraits
We begin with clean portraits of your baby in their birthday outfit before the cake arrives.
2. The Cake Smash
Next comes the messy fun as your baby explores, tastes, and smashes their birthday cake.
3. Splash Tub Finale
To finish the session, babies enjoy a warm splash bath that creates some of the cutest photos of the entire experience.

Serving Dallas Families
Dahlias and Daisies Photography proudly photographs cake smash sessions for families throughout the Dallas–Fort Worth area, including:
Dallas
Plano
Frisco
Richardson
McKinney
Allen
Prosper
North Dallas

If you are searching for a Dallas cake smash photographer to celebrate your baby’s first birthday, we would love to create something magical for your family.

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boho cake smash

t family

Stephanie is very experience with kids. She works quickly but patiently. She took her time with my daughter's 1st birthday smash cake photo shoot. It was a last minute appointment for me and she fit me in. Thank you so much for working with me :) I highly recommend Dahlias and Daisies Designs.

teddy bear cake smash

b family

I am in love with the portraits of my little one. I love how patient she was with my child during the photo session. I will definitely book her every year, I highly recommend her!

pink christmas cake smash

g family

Stephanie made my lo very comfortable during the cake smash, she made sure all our requests including the theme, dresses were taken care of. She is extremely patient and accommodating. Would love to work with her again

Be Mine cake smash

h family

Loved working with Stephanie for our one-year-old's cake smash photo shoot! She had a ton of themes to choose from and brought the cake. We had a fun time and she got some great shots! Definitely recommend her!!! 

bluey cake smash

P family

it was fast and easy, my son loved the cake and everything was ready, the set up, the cake and the outfit. Thank you so much

rock and roll cake smash

J family

Stephanie did such an amazing job on our photos. Friends raved on how the photos turned out! She truly has a gift to bring out the best in everyone!

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FAQ

When should I book a cake smash session?
Most families book their cake smash photoshoot when their baby is around 10 months old to ensure availability and allow time for planning the set.

What should my baby wear for a cake smash?
Many parents choose playful outfits like rompers, dresses, or themed birthday outfits. We are happy to help guide wardrobe choices to match the session theme.

Do you provide the cake?
Some families prefer to bring their own cake due to allergies or dietary preferences. We will guide you on the ideal cake size and design for your photos.

What if my baby doesn’t want to smash the cake?
Every baby reacts differently. Some dive right in while others explore slowly. Either way, the session captures adorable moments and genuine expressions that make the photos memorable.

Do you offer newborn photography as well?
Yes! Dahlias and Daisies specializes in Dallas newborn photography, and many cake smash clients first visit the studio for newborn portraits when their baby is born.

Celebrate Your Baby’s First Birthday
Your baby only turns one once. A cake smash session is a joyful way to celebrate this milestone while creating portraits filled with personality and laughter.
If you are looking for a Dallas cake smash photographer, we would love to help celebrate your baby’s first birthday with a fun and unforgettable photoshoot.

Contact Dahlias and Daisies Photography to book your cake smash session today.

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