You don't have to worry about purchasing and bringing outfits for your little one! I have lots of outfits in sizes 12 - 18 months for boys and girls. Tons of accessories as well.
Fun • creative • adorable
Wardrobe provided
If you're already coming to my studio, might as well jump in front of the camera for a couple family photos too! We can take family photos, sibling photos, or some simple photos of your child before we move on to their birthday photos with a white background for no extra cost.
Family photos
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I have over 200 backdrops for you to choose from for the adorable festive birthday photos. Small things like ONE signs can definitely be switched out. Just reach out if you want a theme that's not already on there and I'll see if I can help.
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plan it out!
First check out my pricing below , backdrops, and outfits to make sure I have everything you need and we're a perfect fit. You can view all those things directly on my website, make sure to screenshot the backdrops you like, you'll need those when it's time to book.
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time to book!
Simply go to the "Book Now" button at the top or bottom of this page to book your session. Choose your date, fill out the form, pay half of the fee, and you're all set! If you added on a cake or bath I'll reach out to figure out the details.
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Today's the day!
It's the day of your photoshoot! You'll come to my home studio near Willowbrook Mall and enjoy a fun kid- driven photoshoot. We'll move quickly to keep up with the little one's attention, and will make the experience as fun and easy for everyone as possible. The second half of your session fee is due this day. You can pay online in advance, or I can simply swipe your card when we're done.
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Check out your photos
Now comes the hardest part, choosing your photos! Within 24 hours of your session you'll receive a email with a link to a watermarked gallery with 100+ photos to choose from. You'll choose your 10 favorites and decide if you want to buy any additional. Additional photos are $25 for one, $100 for five, $150 for ten, $300 for twenty. If you purchase 20 extra photos you'll get all the unedited photos too.
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Enjoy!
I'll edit and send you your chosen photos 7 days after you select them. So the quicker you choose your photos the quicker you'll get them edited! You can then download the photos, share them, print them, they're all yours! Time to plan your next shoot!
The Birthday & Cake Smash Investment Details
- - One themed background from my collection - Optional solid white background - 10 digital photos of your choice.
- Optional Add-ons: $25 for a cake, $25 for a bath, $25 for flowers or fruit for the bath, $75 for an additional background
- Additional photos are $25 for one, $100 for five, $150 for ten, or $300 for twenty.
2025 Calendar will be open Dec 10!
Your questions. Answered.
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1. What are our options for the cake?
I can provide the cake for $25 extra, you choose the simple design from the list of options on this blog post
HERE. I can provide a fake cake, which you can view on that blog post as well. Or you can bring it, if you bring the cake I recommend a 6 inch size and to avoid red frosting.
2. Can a parent or sibling jump in for some photos?
Yes! That's why I offer photos on a solid white background for no extra fee, this is where people normally do the family and sibling photos. However if you wanted to do them on the themed setup, that's perfectly fine too, You'll just have to sit on the ground since the backdrops are small since they're sized for toddlers.
3. What's the turnaround time for the photos?
I will send you a watermarked gallery within 24 hours from your shoot, you'll choose the photos you'd like from there. You'll receive the finished edited photos 7 days after you've chosen them. If you need them earlier just check in with me before booking.
4. Are prints included?
No, 10 digital files are included. You do have the option of purchasing prints through the gallery I'll send the finished photos on, or purchasing them on your own.
5. Where are you located?
A home studio near Willowbrook mall, exact address will be sent after booking.
6. How much do we pay to book?
You'll pay half of the session fee to book. The other half is due the day of the session. You can rather pay ahead of time by clicking a link in your appointment confirmation email, or I can simply swipe your card at my studio.
"It was a pleasure working with Marykate! She took our daughter’s first birthday pictures. From the very beginning she was communicative. She explained the process well and worked with us to pick out the themes and the outfits for the session. She was amazing and knew how to keep our baby engaged in the photos. The photo session was fun and entertaining for my husband and I as well. We laughed so much and loved dressing her up in different outfits."
-Mirna
Please share all of your amazing details below about what you are envisioning for your portrait session. Please note portrait sessions begin at $400. If you prefer just to book right now, simply CLICK HERE.
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