Cake Smash Photographer NYC | Baby's First Birthday Photography $249
- Tal Levy / Tals Studio
- Jul 1
- 3 min read
Baby's First Birthday Cake Smash Photography in NYC
A baby's first birthday is a once-in-a-lifetime milestone filled with excitement, laughter, and unforgettable memories. It's the perfect opportunity to celebrate everything your little one has accomplished during their incredible first year while creating beautiful portraits your family will cherish forever.
At Tals Studio, our Cake Smash Photography Sessions combine elegant family portraits with joyful birthday moments, capturing every smile, curious expression, and frosting-covered laugh.
Located in Chelsea, Manhattan, our studio provides a welcoming environment where babies can comfortably explore, play, and enjoy their special day while photographer Zion Yoni Levy, with over 40 years of experience, creates timeless images you'll treasure for generations.
A Fun and Relaxed Experience for the Whole Family
Every cake smash session begins with clean, classic portraits before the cake is introduced. This allows us to capture beautiful family photographs, individual portraits of your child, and sibling images while everyone is fresh and smiling.
Once the portraits are complete, it's time for the birthday celebration. Your little one gets to discover, taste, and smash their birthday cake while we photograph every adorable reaction—from cautious curiosity to joyful giggles and messy frosting-covered smiles.
Because every baby reacts differently, no two sessions are ever the same. Those genuine, unscripted moments often become the family's favorite photographs.
Personalize Your Baby's First Birthday
We encourage parents to bring decorations, balloons, banners, favorite colors, themed outfits, and a birthday cake that reflects their vision for the session. Whether you're planning a classic pastel celebration, a whimsical woodland theme, or a bright colorful birthday party, we'll help create photographs that beautifully tell your family's story.
Please note that cakes and decorations are not included with the session and should be provided by the family.
Why Choose Tals Studio for Cake Smash Photography?
Over 40 Years of Professional Photography Experience
Child-Friendly Studio Environment
Family Portraits Included
Personalized Birthday Themes
Professional Lighting & Expert Retouching
Relaxed Pace Focused on Your Child's Comfort
Timeless First Birthday Keepsakes
Convenient Chelsea, Manhattan Location Near Penn Station
What's Included
Your session includes:
One Hour Professional Photography Session
Beautiful Family Portraits
Individual Baby Portraits
Fun Cake Smash Experience
15 Professionally Retouched Images
80–120 Images Captured
Unlimited Poses and Setups
Online Proofing Gallery
High-Resolution Images for Printing
Web-Optimized Images for Sharing
Full Personal Usage Rights
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you provide the cake?
No. Families bring their own birthday cake to ensure it matches their preferred colors, theme, and any dietary or allergy considerations.
Can we bring decorations?
Absolutely. Balloons, banners, themed props, and special outfits help personalize your session and make it unique to your family.
Can parents and siblings be included?
Yes. Family portraits are an important part of every cake smash session and are taken before the cake is introduced.
What should my baby wear?
Many parents choose a birthday outfit for the portrait portion of the session and a second outfit—or a cute diaper cover—for the cake smash itself.
Conveniently located in Chelsea, Manhattan near Penn Station, Tals Studio specializes in cake smash photography, first birthday portraits, family photography, maternity photography, newborn photography, milestone sessions, and children's photography throughout New York City.
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