How do you photograph a smash cake?
Table of Contents
- Ditch the [Plastic] High Chair.
- DIY Cake Smash Photography — Do It Yourself (But With Help)
- Keep Props Simple for DIY Cake Smash Photos.
- Colour Coordinate.
- Schedule the Session for the Least Fuss.
- Look for Light.
- Perfect Your Exposure Before the Cake Comes In.
- Encourage Shy Babies.
What do I need for a cake smash photoshoot?
Bring snacks: Bring some puffs or small snacks that baby likes! This is a great little trick to help us get some great images even if baby isn’t interested in smashing… we just stick them right into the back of the cake! Also, have a sippy cup or bottle nearby in case baby gets thirsty or needs a break.
What lens is best for cake smash photography?
To take such images, I recommend using a lens with a focal length of 85mm. NIKON AF-S 85mm f/1.8G is a great option. This lens doesn’t distort facial features and helps a photographer to somehow keep aside.
What backdrop is best for cake smash?
Ink and Elm’s vinyl backdrops are ideal for cake smash sessions because they wipe clean with a damp cloth. Other backdrops like paper, canvas, or polypaper do not wipe clean and cannot get wet. Vinyl backdrops can be used over and over again for different cake smash sessions.
How do you successfully smash a cake?
Below, we’re going to share 12 tips for capturing adorable cake smash photos to help you give your clients a “smashing” experience.
- 12 Tips for Cake Smash Photos.
- Make Time for Cake Smash Photos.
- Choose the Cake with Care.
- Dial In Your Camera Settings.
- Capture Pre-Cake Basics.
- Keep the Cake (and Baby) Safe & Sturdy.
What can I use instead of cake smash?
Cake Smash Alternatives
- Mini Muffins with Whipped Cream.
- Chocolate Almond Butter Pudding (this easy recipe)
- Mixed Berries with Yogurt.
- Watermelon Cake (here’s how to make one)
- Banana Bread with Coconut Cream.
- Popsicles (perfect for teething!)
- Pancakes with Cashew Cream.
- Mini Cupcakes.
What do you put on floor smash cakes?
So what material can you use? To prevent the floor from getting damaged, we recommend using any backdrop material of your choice and putting a clear acrylic sheet over it. It can be found at most hardware stores and will protect the floor from staining or getting wet. Acrylic makes these messy sessions a lot easier.
How do you protect a paper backdrop for cake smash?
To prevent the floor from getting damaged, we recommend using any backdrop material of your choice and putting a clear acrylic sheet over it. It can be found at most hardware stores and will protect the floor from staining or getting wet. Acrylic makes these messy sessions a lot easier.
How do you make a smash cake session?
Cake Smash Tips
- Do a practice run at home with a tiny cake so baby gets used to the idea.
- Let your child play with frosting three days before the session so they can get use to the feel of frosting.
- Bring their favorite toy.
- Bring their favorite book.
Why is cake smash done?
Well, essentially the idea is to put a cake- made and bought specifically for this purpose- in front of your 1 year old and let them wreak havoc on it. The result is meant to produce delightfully cute scenes, as your baby frolics with the frosting, demolishes the sponge and generally makes a giant mess of things.