Looking for a First Birthday Cake Smash
Photographer in Rayleigh, Essex?
Your little one’s first birthday is such a special milestone — and what better way to celebrate it than with a fun, colourful and completely personalised cake smash photoshoot?
If you’re looking for a cake smash photographer in Rayleigh, Essex who can create a beautiful themed setup with props, decorations and a gorgeous birthday cake, you’ve come to the right place!
At Aube Photography, based at Lower Barn Farm in Rayleigh, I create relaxed and fun cake smash sessions designed especially around your little one.
What Happens During a Cake Smash Session?
Cake smash photography is all about letting your baby explore, play and — of course — get wonderfully messy!
A typical session includes photographs of your little one before the cake comes out, followed by plenty of adorable moments as they discover their birthday cake.
From curious little fingers touching the icing for the first time to those hilarious cake-covered smiles, every session is different.
And don't worry if your baby isn't sure about the cake at first. Some babies dive straight in, while others prefer to poke, prod and investigate before getting messy. There is no right or wrong way to do it.
Beautiful Themed Cake Smash Setups
One of my favourite parts of cake smash photography is creating a setup that feels personal to your child.
Whether you're looking for something simple and elegant or a fun themed birthday backdrop, I can create a setup using a selection of:
Birthday backdrops
Balloons and decorations
Bunting
Birthday banners
Props
Number one decorations
Cake smash accessories
Themed styling
You can choose a theme that reflects your little one's personality, favourite colours or something you've always dreamed of for their first birthday photographs.
From soft neutrals and pretty pastels to colourful and playful themes, the possibilities are endless.
Don't Forget the Birthday Portraits!
Although the cake smash is the star of the session, I also love capturing some beautiful photographs before the cake comes out.
These can include portraits of your little one sitting, standing or playing with the props, giving you a mixture of clean, timeless birthday photographs as well as those hilarious messy cake smash images.
You may even want to include a few photographs with Mum, Dad or siblings too.
Why Choose Aube Photography?
My aim is to make your little one's cake smash session relaxed, enjoyable and completely baby-led.
There is no pressure for your baby to perform or sit perfectly. We take our time and let them explore the setup at their own pace.
I provide a range of props, outfits and styling options, helping to take away some of the stress of organising everything yourself.
The result is a gallery filled with personality — from beautiful birthday portraits to those priceless cake-covered expressions you'll treasure for years.
Cake Smash Photography in Rayleigh, Essex
If you're searching for a first birthday photographer near Rayleigh, Aube Photography is conveniently based at Lower Barn Farm in Rayleigh, Essex.
I welcome families from across Rayleigh, Wickford, Hockley, Leigh-on-Sea, Southend and the surrounding Essex areas.
Your baby's first birthday only happens once, so why not celebrate it with a cake smash session that's completely unique to them?
Whether you already have a theme in mind or you're not sure where to start, I'm happy to help you create something beautiful.
Ready to Plan Your Little One's First Birthday Cake Smash?
If your baby is approaching their first birthday, now is the perfect time to start planning their cake smash session.
Get in touch with Aube Photography today to discuss your theme, colours and ideas and let's create a first birthday photoshoot you'll never forget.
📍 Aube Photography – Lower Barn Farm, Rayleigh, Essex
📸 Cake Smash Photography | First Birthday Photography | Baby Photography | Family Photography
Your little one might not remember their first birthday — but you'll have the photographs forever. ❤️
