Let’s learn how to smash cakes!

First birthday. Baby in the studio. Portrait session done to celebrate this milestone. Now for the fun part. What’s that? Let’s smash cakes!

Ok, maybe just smash one cake. Easier said that done though. You want to make the moments of the little one smashing into the cake to be perfect. And good sessions take planning. Avnida Photography is an expert at cake smash photography, in addition to newborn and maternity photography.

Harshita was recently invited as a guest author on Pretty Forum (earlier known as Rock the Shot forum). She provides answers to questions like: Can you choose any colors or are certain colors better than others? Professional cake or made-at-home? Whipped cream, butter cream, or fondant? Cake Stand or No cake stand? What safety tips to follow? Ummmm, my baby is messy. What do I do now?

Want tips for DIY Cake Smash Photography Sessions? Click the image below to read further.

Or you can click this link to directly access the tutorial: http://www.prettyforum.com/2015/02/26/everything-you-wanted-to-know-about-cake-smash-photography-but-were-afraid-to-ask/

The biggest reason why cake smashes are tough: Such a BEAUTIFUL cake. Yes we know. But smash it for more fun.

Houston, we got a problem. The cake is down.

“Smash cakes? I can do that in my sleep. Are you looking at my face? :)”

“What is this I have on my hands? Oh wait, it’s cake. Coool”

Almost forgot, I’d love to hear your thoughts and tips. Leave a comment below with your name/FB Profile URL or other URLs that point to you. Who knows, maybe we do another post composed entirely of your tips, credited to you. Yes?

PS: Rock The Shot forum is now known as Pretty Forum. We heard that some of you weren’t able to access the link to the earlier name. So we’ve updated the link.