the CAKE SMASH experience

SUSSEX CAKE SMASH SESSIONS

Turning one is such a special milestone — and what better way to celebrate than with a fun, messy, joy-filled cake smash! My Sussex cake smash sessions are all about laughter, mess, and capturing your baby’s big personality as they reach this wonderful first birthday stage.

Close up of girl in white dress eating the cake
little boy eating a cake for his Sussex Cake Smash Sessions
Close up shot of little girl putting cake in her mouth
Girl with plain birthday cake holding a wooden spoon on white background

GIGGLES AND FROSTING


That first birthday arrives before you know it, and this is such a special way to pause and celebrate. Your baby’s reactions — from curiosity to delight — are priceless, and these photographs become keepsakes of a milestone you’ll never forget with a lot of laughs along the way!

My cake smash sessions are designed to be playful, relaxed, and stress-free, and I even provide the cake! Little ones are naturally curious and full of energy at this age, so we let them take the lead! Some dive straight into the cake, others explore more cautiously. Either way, the results are adorable. I make sure the session moves at your baby’s pace, keeping it light-hearted and fun from start to finish.

“Leanne made our little one’s cake smash so much fun! The photos are absolutely gorgeous, THANK YOU!”

boy eating cake

Your experience includes

CAKE SMASH SESSIONS are best BOOKED BETWEEN ELEVEN AND TWELVE MONTHS OLD. you can secure your shoot with a small deposit.

Celebrate with cake for some pure birthday joy!

Cake Smash Sessions are not just about the photos — it’s about the experience. Watching your baby discover cake for the first time is hilarious, heartwarming, and honestly, a little bit emotional. These moments go by so quickly, and these sessions are a fun way to freeze them in time (and get some amazing memories to share with family and friends!).

The fun doesn’t stop after the cake has been destroyed either! After all that frosting, we’ll end the session with a little bubble bath to finish things off. It’s the perfect way for your baby to clean up, have a giggle, and create even more adorable photos. Plus, who doesn’t love bubbles and baby bath smiles?

Boy with both hands in his cake making a mess Sussex Cake Smash Sessions

My Sussex cake smash sessions are designed to be relaxed, creative, and full of laughter. All you need to do is turn up, and I’ll arrange the rest (and even clean it all up at the end!).

Girl laughing whilst sitting in a small bath tub

why CHOOSE me?

My all-white, minimal style is intentional and clients travel to me because they love the fact it keeps the focus exactly where it belongs: on your baby. No distractions, no bright backdrops or props, just clean, timeless images that capture your little one’s personality, creating photos that feel fresh, pure, and beautifully simple.

Trends come and go, but simplicity never goes out of style. By keeping things neutral and natural, your photographs will look just as beautiful in years to come as they do today. For simple, timeless outfits that photograph beautifully, I recommend browsing Zara for some ideas – or, you can just borrow something from the studio wardrobe!

I WOULD LOVE TO TELL YOUR STORY

Get in touch today to book your Cake Smash Session in Sussex – you wont regret it!

Sussex Cake Smash Sessions