Cake Smash Photography NYC Cake Smash Photographer $249
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Cake Smash Photography NYC: Celebrate Your Child's First Birthday With Timeless Photos
A child's first birthday is a milestone that deserves to be remembered.
One of the most fun ways to celebrate this special moment is with a professional cake smash photoshoot in NYC.
At Tals Studio, our cake smash photography sessions combine beautiful family portraits with playful, candid photographs of your child experiencing their birthday cake.
From the anticipation before the cake arrives to the smiles, curiosity, and messy fun that follows, a cake smash session gives families a collection of photographs that capture the personality and excitement of this important milestone.
Our 1 Hour Cake Smash Photography Session is $249 and includes 15 final retouched images, approximately 80–120 photographs, an online proofing gallery, high-resolution files for printing, low-resolution files for online sharing, unlimited poses and outfit changes, and full usage rights.
Professional Cake Smash Photographer NYC
A professional cake smash photographer in NYC knows that babies and young children don't always follow a script.
That's part of what makes these sessions so special.
Your child may be curious about the cake, excited to dig in, hesitant to touch it, or immediately ready to make a mess.
Whatever happens, the goal is to capture authentic expressions and memorable moments.
Our photography session can include:
Clean portraits before the cake
Baby and family photographs
Parent and child portraits
Sibling photographs
Birthday portraits
Cake smashing
Cake tasting
Playful candid moments
Expressions and reactions
The result is a diverse collection of photographs documenting your child's personality and birthday celebration.
What to Expect During a Cake Smash Photoshoot
Every child is different, but a typical cake smash photography session follows a simple and flexible flow.
1. Pre-Smash Family Portraits
Before introducing the cake, we begin with clean portraits of your child and family.
This is the perfect time to capture your child's appearance before the cake-smashing fun begins.
We can photograph:
Your child individually
Parents with the birthday child
Siblings together
The entire family
Individual family combinations
These portraits provide beautiful images that complement the playful cake smash photographs.
2. The Cake Smash
Once the portraits are complete, it's time for the main event.
Your child can interact with the cake while we photograph their natural reactions.
We capture moments such as:
Touching the cake
Tasting the frosting
Smashing the cake
Playing with the decorations
Laughing and smiling
Making funny expressions
Exploring new textures
The photographs are designed to capture the experience as it naturally unfolds.
3. Family and Birthday Celebration Photos
In addition to the cake smash photographs, your session can include family portraits celebrating your child's birthday.
This creates a complete collection of images that includes both the milestone and the people who are there to celebrate it.
Cake Smash Themes and Decorations
Many families choose a specific theme for their child's birthday photoshoot.
Popular ideas can include:
Favorite colors
Animals
Storybook themes
Simple and elegant designs
Seasonal themes
Sports
Cars and transportation
Princess themes
Superheroes
Custom birthday concepts
Please note: Cake, decorations, props, banners, balloons, and themed backdrops are not included in the photography package. Customers should bring any desired decorations and themed items to personalize their session.
This allows you to create a setup that matches your child's birthday celebration and personal preferences.
Bring Your Own Birthday Cake
The cake is one of the most important parts of a cake smash session.
Families should bring their own cake for the photoshoot.
A soft cake that is easy for a baby to interact with is generally a good choice. Families should also consider any known food allergies or dietary sensitivities when selecting the cake.
If your child has food allergies or sensitivities, please choose a cake that is appropriate for your child and consult your pediatrician when necessary.
What Should Your Baby Wear?
Your child's outfit can be an important part of the overall look of the photoshoot.
Families may choose:
A birthday outfit
A cute dress
A romper
A diaper cover
A themed outfit
A simple outfit that complements the cake
A special outfit for the pre-smash portraits
You are welcome to bring clothing and outfit changes that fit your chosen birthday theme.
Unlimited outfit changes are included in the package.
Cake Smash Photography and Family Portraits
One of the benefits of a cake smash session is that you don't have to choose between birthday photographs and family portraits.
Our cake smash photography package in NYC combines both.
You can capture your child's milestone while also creating photographs with:
Parents
Siblings
Grandparents
Immediate family
This creates a more complete collection of memories from your child's birthday celebration.
Our Cake Smash Photography Package is $249.
Package Includes:
✓ 1-Hour Photography Session
✓ Family Portrait Photography
✓ Cake Smash Birthday Photos
✓ 15 Final Retouched Images
✓ 80–120 Photographs
✓ Online Proofing Gallery
✓ High-Resolution Images for Printing
✓ Low-Resolution Images for Online Sharing
✓ Unlimited Poses and Sittings
✓ Unlimited Outfit Changes
✓ Full Usage Rights
15 Final Retouched Images
Your package includes 15 final professionally retouched photographs.
During your session, approximately 80–120 photographs may be captured.
You'll receive an online proofing gallery where you can review your photographs and select your favorite images for final retouching.
Your high-resolution photographs are perfect for printing, while low-resolution copies are available for convenient online sharing.
Cake Smash Photos for Printing and Sharing
Your final images can be enjoyed in many ways.
High-resolution photographs are perfect for:
Birthday albums
Photo books
Framed portraits
Wall art
Family albums
Birthday keepsakes
Gifts for grandparents
Low-resolution copies are ideal for:
Social media
Email
Text messages
Online family groups
Digital sharing
Your child's first birthday photographs can become treasured family memories for years to come.
Cake Smash Photographer Manhattan
Tals Studio is a professional 3,500-square-foot photography studio located in Chelsea, Manhattan.
With more than 40 years of photography experience, photographer Zion Yoni Levy has photographed families, children, babies, birthdays, and special occasions.
Our professional studio provides a comfortable environment for families looking to celebrate their child's birthday with a creative and memorable photoshoot.
Why Choose Tals Studio for Cake Smash Photography?
A cake smash session should be fun, relaxed, and focused on your child's experience.
Our package provides:
1-hour professional photography session
Family portraits
Cake smash photography
15 final retouched images
80–120 photographs
Online proofing gallery
High-resolution files
Low-resolution files
Unlimited poses and sittings
Unlimited outfit changes
Full usage rights
Our experienced photographer will focus on capturing your child's natural personality and the special moments that make their birthday unique.
Cake Smash Photography Studio NYC
Tals Studio is located in Chelsea, Manhattan, near Penn Station.
Our studio address is:
115 W 29th Street, Suite 606New York, NY 10001
Phone: 646-300-2216
We welcome families from throughout New York City and the surrounding areas, including:
Manhattan
Chelsea
Midtown
Hudson Yards
Penn Station
Brooklyn
Queens
The Bronx
Staten Island
Long Island
Westchester
New Jersey
Cake Smash Photography in Chelsea, Manhattan
Our Chelsea location provides a convenient option for families looking for professional cake smash photography in Manhattan.
Whether you live in NYC or are traveling into the city for your child's birthday, Tals Studio provides a professional environment for capturing this special milestone.
Celebrate Your Child's First Birthday
A first birthday marks an important moment for your entire family.
It's a celebration of your child's growth and the memories you've created together during their first year.
A cake smash photoshoot allows you to capture the excitement, curiosity, and personality of your child during this unique stage of life.
Years from now, you'll be able to look back at these photographs and remember the little details that made this birthday so special.
The cake may only last for one birthday, but the photographs will last for generations.
From the clean portraits before the cake to the smiles, laughter, and messy fun afterward, your
cake smash session captures a unique moment in your child's life.
With professional family portraits and playful cake smash photography together, you'll have a collection of images that tells the complete story of your child's special day.
Book your $249 cake smash photography session in NYC today.
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