Your baby is about to turn one and you want to have a session that will capture all the zest & energy of your little one at this age!

 You know you won't remember all the details of the early stage of life  because...mom brain is real!

You are in the right place if...

 

each and every precious moment

 Capturing this moment, how your family is right now, is important to you.

 Simple & natural is your style, not a lot of props.

 Having pictures on your hard drive is not enough for you. You love seeing your beautiful family on the walls of your home or in a beautiful, timeless album.

Celebrate

Phoenix Cake Smash Photography Gallery

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next step

Simply hop on a call with me to get started!

The best way to get started is to have a quick chat over the phone so I can find out what your needs are, and you can find out what a Phoenix cake smash photography session with SWP is like!

Let's talk about your vision and how you want to enjoy your portraits in your home over the coming years.

Before we pick up a camera we want to know where these portraits are going - on the wall, in an album, or both!
  


let's chat

session prep

We need a plan going into your session!

Let's discuss all the things for your big day - cake, outfits, hair & makeup, you name it!

I'll help you choose all the outfits from a romper for baby to the perfect dress for mom - either from my wardrobe or by finding the perfect piece for you.

Everyone will be perfectly styled, ensuring every detail comes together for a polished, yet effortless look in your photos.

the session

It's time to get those amazing photos you've been dreaming of!

With everyone dressed in beautifully styled outfits, I will guide you into poses and give candid prompts so that we can capture your family with all the love and affection you share.

Don't worry - we will get plenty of lovely options for you to choose from to hang on the walls of your home or cherish in a beautiful heirloom album!


Viewing & Ordering

About a week or two after your session, you will get to see your images for the first time!  

You'll enjoy a slideshow of your images set to beautiful music, then I will guide us through the process to create an album or wall art for your home. 

All orders will be placed and paid for at this appointment so we can get your order into production right away!


Order pick up

The best part - enjoying your portraits in your home!

Enjoy your beautiful portraits in your home for years to come!

You can take all the credit for the beautiful humans in the portraits you will enjoy seeing on the walls every single day.

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the process

FAQ's

Q: What should my baby wear for their session?
A: I have a collection of rompers & outfits that you are welcome to use for your session. This is a complimentary service for my clients! You can also provide your own outfit, if you would prefer. We will talk about what you should wear in your consultation.

Q: Can my husband and other kids be in the pictures?
A: Absolutely! Having siblings and parents in the photos is important. These are precious memories we are recording and the whole family is welcome to be a part of it.

Q: When should I reserve my cake smash session?
A: A couple of months in advance is best, in order to get on my calendar as close to your baby's birthday as possible.

Q: How long is a cake smash session?
A: Cake Smash sessions take about an hour.

Q: Do we have to smash a cake?
A: No! We can do a one year portrait session without smashing a cake. I also have a fake cake if you want to get adorable cake photos without the mess!

Q: How much can I expect to spend on cake smash portraits?
A: Clients can expect to spend $500 + on a Signature Cake Smash Session, depending on what you decide to purchase from your session.

Q: Where will my Phoenix cake smash photography session take place?
A. My studio in Central Mesa is clean, calm, and the perfect place for your cake smash session. We have everything needed for the session, so you just get to show up and I'll handle the rest!

Q: Can we have an outdoor cake smash?
A: We definitely can, if the weather is good! Let's chat about your vision and bring it to life.

Q: What do people do with cake smash photos?
A: Most commonly, my clients love to use cake smash photos in a beautiful photo album. These portraits are also adorable to include in a gallery wall.




- ASHLEY

 "I loved everything about working with Sally. She made me feel at ease right away. You can tell she’s had lots of experience handling little ones which is definitely reassuring for any mother handing over her newborn."

- NICOLE

"We just left Sally Whetten Photography and I am so happy that we went with Sally for our newborn pictures! She is such a joy to work with and was also AMAZING with our newborn!"

- MELISSa


"Our experience with Sally today was great. We love her minimalist style, and she was great with the baby!"

love notes from past clients

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book your session

If you have questions about a session, our next step is to book a
no-obligation consultation.

Inquire about your due date, I can't wait to create something special together!



let's capture this amazing milestone in your life.

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