The first year flies by in a blur of late nights and tiny firsts. Then suddenly, there’s a candle on the cake. We’ll build a set around the theme you’ve dreamed up, dress your little one from our studio wardrobe, and capture every wide-eyed, frosting-covered moment, so you’ll always remember exactly who they were at one.
A whole warehouse studio, styled just for you.
See the sets
Tutus, bow ties, and outfits for mom too.
Browse the wardrobe
We know how to keep it fun, even at nap time.
Meet Arica
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Why parents love it
You’ll remember the party. But the photos are how you’ll remember them: the chubby fingers poking the frosting, the suspicious first taste, the moment they decide cake is the greatest thing that has ever happened.
A cake smash session gives that moment the stage it deserves. We handle the set, the styling, the posing, and the cleanup, so you can simply be there, laughing right along with them.
“The frosting washes out. The photos last a lifetime.”
Your theme, our warehouse
Maybe it’s the colors from the party invitation. Maybe it’s the storybook you’ve read four hundred times. Maybe it’s something no one has ever done before (hello Summerween!). Whatever you’re imagining, our studio has the sets, backdrops, props, and wardrobe to bring it to life, and a photographer who lights up at a brand new idea.
Turning two? Turning forty? Celebrating a big milestone? A cake smash is joyful at any age, and yes, grown-ups can smash too.
How it works
Fill out our quick inquiry form with your date and theme ideas, and we’ll follow up with session options and availability.
Tell us your theme, your party colors, or just a feeling. We’ll take it from there.
Your set is styled and waiting. Choose outfits from our wardrobe, then let the fun (and the mess) begin.
No weeks of waiting. View your images right after your session and choose your favorites.
Recent celebrations
Every chapter, one studio
Some of our families have been with us for nearly 19 years. We met their babies as newborns, celebrated their first birthdays, and now we’re taking their senior photos. There is nothing quite like watching your little one grow up in front of the same camera.
From our families
★★★★★
It doesn't matter if I'm coming in for my daughter's birthday photos, my family Christmas photos, or just for myself... she takes beautiful photos every time, and is so easy to work with. My daughter loves her. She has so many wardrobe options, and every time I come in there are new sets to choose from.
★★★★★
I have been getting photos of my daughter here since she was a newborn. I love the mini sessions and all the fun creative sets... Every year we do a family session and every year they're better than the last.
★★★★★
It was our first time doing professional photos and she made us feel so comfortable! She was also amazing with our little one!
Good to know
Most families book right around the first birthday, when little ones are curious, sitting up well, and very interested in cake. That said, there's no wrong age. We've celebrated toddlers, big kids, and grown-ups too.
The cake isn't included in the session price. Bring the cake, donuts, or treat that fits your theme and we'll have the set ready for it when you arrive.
Absolutely. Share your idea, your party colors, or a favorite storybook, and we'll design the set around it. Most themes come together with our 30+ custom sets and hundreds of backdrops at no extra cost. For larger custom build-outs, we'll always talk through any added cost with you first.
Yes, family and sibling photos can be included. Let us know who's joining when you inquire and we'll plan your session around it. Our wardrobe has outfits for moms too.
Nothing to stress about. Our studio wardrobe is full of outfits, tutus, bow ties, and accessories. Bring a favorite outfit if you have one, or simply come as you are and choose from ours.
It happens, and it's completely okay. We've been doing this for nearly 20 years, and we plan for snack breaks, snuggles, and silly faces. Some of the most treasured photos come from the "not so sure about this cake" moments.
The same day. You'll view your images right after your session and choose your favorites while the memories are fresh. More digital images and prints can be added at your viewing.
Yes, payment plans are available. Send us a message and we'll set one up.
Our warehouse studio is at 8147 US-2 in Bemidji, MN, just west of the Bemidji airport. Families visit us from Bemidji, Cass Lake, Blackduck, Park Rapids, and all around the lakes area.
They only turn one once
Birthday dates fill quickly. Tell us your date and theme below, and we’ll take care of everything else.
It takes about a minute, and Arica reads every single one.
Rather text? (218) 766-7856
