Olivia’s Smash Cake Session | Cedar Park, Texas

Olivia turned one!!!

When Themy reached out wanting to book Olivia’s first birthday session I couldn’t have been more excited; especially when she mentioned wanting to do some family portraits all together as well. I love doing a bit of both during birthday sessions as it’s such a fun milestone.

As Themy and I started planning out the session via email I knew it was going to come together beautifully. Wanting to incorporate lemons and water into the session was a perfect way to celebrate a summer birthday!

At first, Olivia wasn’t quite sure how she felt about photos but soon started giggling and playing peek-a-boo behind the lemons. Getting to bring out a child’s true personality is always the goal, even if it takes a little bit for them to feel comfortable.

Cat is such a great big sister! She wanted to snuggle up to Olivia on the blanket with all the lemons but was so patient to wait her turn to join in. In the meantime, she was a great little assistant getting Olivia to giggle by making funny faces next to me. Getting siblings to help during sessions is always a great idea. They typically react really well with being silly and happy together.

Some kids are not sure what to do with their cake when it comes time for these sessions. I always mention for parents to do a little ‘trial run’ at home beforehand even with a cupcake. This is a great way to help them get used to the idea and texture before the day of the photoshoot. However, Olivia was not by any means confused or unsure of what to do. She was beyond happy to destroy her cake. All of us couldn’t stop laughing, she was too adorable! I don’t think I’ve seen a kid more intent on legitimately smashing the cake. Cat was mostly concerned with if she was able to try some at the end, if there was any left… Who could blame her?!

Miller family, thank you so much for asking me to a part of this gorgeous, fun milestone in your family’s life. You four are truly beautiful inside and out. Getting to meet and work with you all was truly the best way to spend an afternoon. I’m so glad you loved the park and that you had so much fun. Your girls are the sweetest. I hope to get to work with you all again in the future so I can watch and capture memories for you as they grow.