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GOLD COAST CAKE SMASH PHOTOGRAPHER

Moments worth celebrating

The first year, held with joy.

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The experience

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The first year is full of becoming — sitting, crawling, standing, discovering personality, and finding joy in the smallest things.

At Hollow & Hearth, first birthday cake smash sessions are designed to celebrate this chapter with intention. As a Gold Coast cake smash photographer, my approach is never rushed or overly styled, but playful, relaxed, and gently guided, allowing curiosity, laughter, and connection to lead the way.

Whether you’re marking a first birthday, a milestone, or simply this season as it is, the focus is on capturing your child’s spirit, not forcing a performance.

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DURATION

15-45 mins

LOCATION

Studio

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BEST TIME

10-14 months

What’s included

In-Depth Session Planning Questionnaire

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A short, thoughtfully guided session designed for little ones

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Pimpama Studio-based setup with a clean, timeless aesthetic

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Family and sibling images where appropriate

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Time for exploration, mess, and movement

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Simple, intentional styling and props & a custom smash cake

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Beautifully edited digital images

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Private online gallery

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Choose your package

INVESTMENT

HEIRLOOM

$500

AUD

10 image GALLERY

.✦ Most Popular

KEEPSAKE

$800

AUD

30 image GALLERY

EVERMORE

$1100

AUD

fULL GALLERY FROM SESSION

Cake Smash Session FAQs

When should I book a 1st Birthday cake smash photo session?
Most families book around 10–11 months, so images are ready for their baby’s first birthday.

Do you provide the cake?
Yes! A standard single-barrel cake designed to suit your theme is provided complimentary. Allergies can also be catered to but may incur an additonal charge.

Where are photoshoots held?
Birthday Photoshoots are held in my Northern Gold Coast studio in Pimpama.

Can siblings be included?
Yes, siblings are always welcome for a few connection-led images.

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