Zane’s Astronomy First Birthday Cakesmash Celebration

Zane’s first birthday cakesmash session was a joyful celebration of a special milestone, held in my beautiful, light-filled Papakura studio. Zane arrived with his mum, dad, and grandparents, and we began with a beautiful series of keepsake family portraits. First birthdays are a perfect opportunity to capture connection and pride, and these early images overflowed with smiles and warmth.

Then came the main event — the cakesmash! Zane’s astronomy theme set the tone for a fun and imaginative session. A soft blue backdrop filled with planets and a cheerful cartoon-style astronaut created a magical setting. His buttercream cake resembled the moon, complete with three little astronaut figures perched on top. Zane couldn’t take his eyes off them — he might have even been more interested in the decorations than the cake itself!

Dressed in the sweetest astronaut suit, Zane looked like he’d just landed from a space adventure. From the moment he spotted the set, he was ready to explore. A confident crawler, he kept mum and dad busy as they tried to keep him in place long enough for photos! His curious energy and big personality brought so much fun to every image.

Cakesmash sessions always strike a beautiful balance between chaos and charm, and Zane’s was no exception. We captured everything — the giggles, the mess, and those little looks of wonder — all moments his family will treasure forever.

If your baby is turning one soon, a cakesmash offers a fun, creative way to mark the occasion and also update your family photos. Whether you love a clean, simple look or something full of colour and imagination, we can create a session that suits your little one perfectly, there are countless options to suit. Let’s start planning a celebration that’s as unique as your baby.