A blog by Milton Keynes Photographer Becki Williams full of photo shoot examples and information for expectant parents and families with young babies in Milton Keynes.
It feels like only yesterday I was photographing Roman at his Newborn Photo Shoot and now he’s turning one!
It’s always a pleasure to photograph this lovely family (something I’ve been doing for many years now) so when they booked a Birthday Photo Shoot for Roman I was very excited.
Read MoreCelebrate turning 1 with a Cake Smash in Milton Keynes!
I absolutely love it when a newborn I have photographed comes back from their Cake Smash or Birthday Photo Shoot. I’ve actually been photographing Theo and his family for over 6 years, which makes it even more special.
Read MoreIs your little one’s first birthday approaching?
If so, you’re probably considering how to mark the most special birthday and you’ve also probably considered a cake-smash portrait session to celebrate!
It’s one of my most popular session types and for good reason - they’re so much fun – and messy!!
But how do you prepare your baby—and yourself—for this messy, adorable, and oh-so-memorable event? Grab a cuppa, and let’s dive into some tips to make your baby’s cake smash a smashing success!
Read MoreAs a newborn photographer, my top priority is to capture timeless and precious moments of the newest addition to your family.
I love being part of the small business community in Milton Keynes and support other local businesses as much as I can.
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Read MoreAh, the first birthday! It’s a milestone that’s as exciting for parents as it is for your baby.
As a portrait photographer, I’ve had the honour of capturing these precious moments for countless families. From adorable cake smashes to the joyous expressions of babies and their families, first birthdays are filled with photo-worthy moments. In this blog, let’s explore popular themes for your baby’s first birthday and tips for planning the perfect celebration, including a list of ‘must-have photos.’
Read MoreWhen you want to celebrate a birthday but a Cake Smash isn’t your thing - a birthday photo shoot is perfect!
Birthday photo shoots are a great way to get some fun images full of decorations and can also include some gorgeous portraits of the birthday boy/girl and their family - which is exactly what we did for Rocco.
Read MoreI love to celebrate a first birthday with a themed cake smash photoshoot. My style is quite simple, using props and colour to bring your ideas to life. Here’s a few ideas to get you thinking…
Read MoreCake Smash fun - but doubled!
Happy 1st Birthday to Eli and Isaac who came into the studio for their Cake Smash Photo Shoot.
Read MoreSo you've booked a Cake Smash for your baby's 1st Birthday. We've planned everything from the theme, decorations, outfit and cake but on the day of the photo shoot they decide they just don't fancy cake today.
What now?!
Read MoreCakesmash Photo Shoots have got so much more popular over the last 5 years.
The word now needs no explanation and is universally recognised as the way to mark the milestone of a first birthday.
But why do parents choose a Cake smash?
Read MoreThink winter - but pink. That’s what we did for Evelyn’s Cake Smash.
Her mum wanted a pink, frosted wonderland so out came my Christmas props and I put together this gorgeous winter scene. Her mum bought the cake and her outfit and I don’t know about you put I love those socks.
Read MoreYou only need to look at Daisy’s happy, cheeky face to see how this cake smash went!
She loved to clap, crawl and climb right into the cake!
Read MoreOh my gosh Daisy, you were so much fun!
I see all kinds of babies when it comes to Cake Smashes in my studio. Babies who are a little cautious, babies who are neat. Some find the cake quite uninteresting and others - well they go crazy and dig right in.
Once we got started, Daisy did not hold back!
Read MoreWhen planning her Cake Smash I knew that Sophie needed something nice and colourful. I’d been wanting to try a balloon arch for a while so a Rainbow theme seemed like the perfect idea.
Read MoreI love celebrating 1st birthdays with babies, whether that's with a Birthday Photo Shoot or a Cake Smash.
It’s such a fun age to photograph. Their little cheeky or shy personalities really shine through while they play, smash and have fun.
Read MoreIf you’ve booked a Cake Smash to celebrate then you might be wondering what type of cake is best. You want your baby to dive right in and you also want it look great in the photos.
Read MoreLet me welcome to you to little Lottie’s Unicorn Vintage Cake Smash!
I photographed Lottie as a newborn when she was only a few days old so it was great to get her back in the studio to celebrate turning one.
Read MoreHemel Hempstead Maternity, Newborn & Baby Photographer.
Hi there!
My name is Becki and I am chief photographer, editor, newborn poser, peek-a-boo player and toddler chaser of Becki Williams Photography! I love getting to know families as they grow and capturing moments in time for them to treasure forever.
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