Hudson Valley NY Cake Smash Photographer

Rustic farmers market themed baby photo setup with wooden crates, fresh produce displays and red striped awning backdrop.
Baby in cowboy hat sits before a cake at a western-themed first birthday photo shoot with ONE sign.
A collage of professional baby photography sessions featuring rustic props, outdoor settings, and birthday cake smash scenes.
Black top hat and bow tie next to a smashed cake with gold balloons and decorations in the background.
A baby's first birthday photo collage with pink balloons, white flowers, and cake smash moments on light background.
Pastel sweet treats including macarons, donuts, cupcakes and candy decorate a whimsical dessert-themed photography backdrop.
Toy Story themed birthday party setup with clouds painted on blue walls and wooden table decorations.
Pink frosted birthday cake with rainbow sprinkles and colorful decorations against a bright turquoise background.
Festive winter cake smash photo with forest background, cake pieces scattered on floor and rustic woodland decor.
Baby wearing baseball jersey sits on table near decorative neon signs and rookie of the year backdrop.
A baby in a white lace dress sits on the floor with fairy lights and castle backdrop for a magical Disney-themed photo.
Sesame Street characters Elmo, Oscar, Ernie, Big Bird and Cookie Monster pose against painted backdrop in playful scene.
A small child in chef attire sits on the floor with pasta and Italian decor against a brick wall with hanging flags.
Whimsical Alice in Wonderland themed backdrop with teapots and playing card characters on a checkered floor.
First birthday cake smash photo session with purple flowers, pink butterflies and whimsical decorations.
Baby in gold outfit celebrating first birthday with cake against rainbow and cloud backdrop.
A smiling toddler sits beside a layered cake with a glowing 'One' sign in the background.
First birthday cake smash photo setup with purple flowers and butterflies on pink background.
A small child poses against a whimsical backdrop featuring cartoon monsters and colorful stars.
Twin babies in white outfits sitting with matching naked cakes against pastel balloon backdrop.
Baby sitting with tiered white cake against whimsical Alice in Wonderland backdrop.
Twin babies in formal attire sitting with birthday cakes under balloon arch with gold stars.
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Big Personality. First Birthday.

A playful, slightly messy way to celebrate your little one with portraits that feel like them... not just the milestone.

Limited sessions are available each month, so reserve your spot today.

Your cake smash is a curated experience - what that means is I do everything from start to finish so you don't have to!

I bring your vision to life in my studio. The session begins with traditional portraits on your custom set, then we introduce the cake and go cake crazy! No need to worry about the mess; we will finish off the session with a warm bubble bath in a toddler sized antique claw foot bathtub!

Not only do you get to leave with a squeaky clean baby... you get to leave the mess with me!

Baby girl in peach dress sits before birthday cake at candy-themed first birthday photo shoot with donuts and lollipops.

If your little one can't have cake

(or if you'd prefer they didn't)... Don't worry!


We can "smash" anything...

pasta, donuts, pizza, fruit... you name it!

A small chef in white uniform and checkered pants sits on a white surface with spaghetti and Italian flags in background.

Check out some of the amazing themes I've done...

Enchanted fairy tale backdrop with open storybook, fantasy castle, dragon, colorful mushrooms, and magical forest setting.
A colorful banner with daisy flowers and a rainbow gradient background creates a cheerful spring-themed design.
Enchanting fairy tale castle backdrop with pink and stone towers against a dreamy green sky.
Western-themed "My 1st Rodeo" birthday party backdrop with saloon, cactus, barrels, and ONE letters decor.
A first birthday backdrop with pink arch, balloon garland, and decorative ducks wearing party hats for a \"One Silly Goose\" theme.
Sweet pastel dessert composition with macarons, cupcakes, gummy bears, donuts and candy jar against white background.
Toy Story themed classroom display features colorful cloud wallpaper and wooden shelving with character decorations.
A series of fantasy-themed illustrations showing miniature characters in a magical landscape with mountains and forests for a custom cake.
Gold and black holiday party decorations with bow ties and ornaments against a sparkly gold backdrop.
A whimsical illustration of a rainbow road winding through a bright landscape with clouds and flying figures.
Enchanted forest path with vibrant purple flowers, glowing mushrooms, and magical sunlit atmosphere through trees.
Whimsical Alice in Wonderland themed mural featuring playing cards, teacups, and fantasy forest elements on a long wall.
Baby shark cartoon characters float among blue and navy balloon decorations against a bright blue background.
Underwater themed backdrop with hanging stars and mermaid decorations in blue and purple tones.
Sesame Street characters including Elmo, Oscar the Grouch, Ernie, and Cookie Monster stand in front of colorful doors on their street.

When should I book my session?


Cake smash sessions are best done 2-4 weeks before your child’s actual birthday, so you will have your images ready to share on their birthday. Alternatively, you can book your child’s cake smash session on their actual birthday, for an extra special birthday experience.


Cake smash sessions are usually booked in the morning/early afternoon,when little ones are the happiest... before naptime. ♥ If this conflicts with nap time, let me know and we can schedule earlier or a bit later.


Due to the custom nature of these sessions, we typically book 4-6 weeks in advance. It is best to secure your session 2-3 months in advance to ensure availability and allow time for me to design and create the set. However, we know birthdays can sneak up on you, so please do reach out if it’s a last-minute request; I may have availability.

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Baby in suspenders sits with tiered cake against woodland nighttime backdrop.

Hudson Valley Cake Smash Photographer

SPECIALIZING IN CHILD & FAMILY HEIRLOOM PORTRAITURE.

Maternity • Newborn • Milestone • Cake Smash • Children • Family

SERVING THE HUDSON VALLEY NEW YORK AREA - WESTCHESTER, ROCKLAND & NYC

81b W Main St, Walden NY

Let's chat! | kdpny@yahoo.com