What Age Should You Book Birthday Photos? Spoiler: It’s Not Just 1!
Because Every Age Deserves to Be Remembered
We’ve all seen the classic cake smash for baby’s first birthday—adorable, chaotic, covered in frosting. But somewhere after that first birthday, it’s like we forget that life continues to be worth celebrating. Spoiler alert: birthday photos aren’t just for toddlers.
I’m here to say—with full confidence and maybe a little glitter—every age deserves a photoshoot.
Age 1: The Iconic Smash
Let’s start with the obvious: the first birthday. Cake smash? Check. Tiny crown? Check. A portrait of baby trying to eat the number “1” balloon? Absolutely.
📸 Why it matters:
This is the year you survived sleepless nights, growth spurts, and figuring out how to fold a stroller one-handed. It deserves a celebration.
Ages 2–5: Big Personalities, Bigger Expressions
Toddlers and preschoolers give us golden material—silly faces, twirls, superhero poses, maybe even a meltdown or two (it happens). These are the years their personality really shines.
📸 Why it matters:
They change so fast. Each birthday becomes a time capsule of who they are right now.
Ages 6–12: The “In-Between” Magic
This is where a lot of families start skipping birthday photos, thinking, “We’ll just wait for a big one.” But these are the golden years—before the braces, before they stop thinking you’re cool, before attitude enters the chat.
📸 Why it matters:
These years fly by quietly. Don’t miss the magic hiding in the in-between.
Teen Years: The Glow-Up Era
Whether it’s sweet sixteen, turning 13, or just documenting the skater-cute-meets-soft-aesthetic phase, teens actually LOVE being celebrated (even if they roll their eyes while doing it).
📸 Why it matters:
Let them express themselves, feel seen, and have something to look back on that’s 100% them.
Adults: Yes, You. Don’t Scroll Past.
You don’t have to be turning 21 or 40 to book a birthday shoot. If you’re here, breathing, growing, and learning how to love yourself in this season—you deserve photos.
Whether it’s glam, casual, silly, or champagne-popping fabulous: celebrating yourself is powerful.
📸 Why it matters:
You’re not too old, too tired, or too “meh.” You’re worth documenting. Period.
Milestone or Not, Let’s Celebrate the You Right Now
Don’t wait for a “big birthday.” Every year is a big deal. Every version of you (or your child) is worth remembering.
And if you’re the kind of person who always says, “Next year I’ll do a photoshoot…” consider this your very loving nudge:
book the session now.
Ready to Celebrate Another Trip Around the Sun?
Whether you’re planning a glitter-filled bash, a low-key portrait session, or a themed shoot complete with props—I’ve got you.
📅 Click here to book your birthday photoshoot
💌 Or contact me to start planning the perfect setup for your age, vibe, and vision.
Because no matter what age you’re turning, it looks really good on you.
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