first
birthday
Photoshoots

Can you believe how quickly your little one is growing? From six months onwards, celebrate their half birthday, cake smash or birthday photoshoot in London, with themed backdrops, props and selected outfits to remember every smile.

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Before Your Photoshoot

Choose your package
Share age and session type
Select preferred props and backdrops
Bring favourite outfits

first birthday packages

Basic


up to 30min session

1 set-up

1 outfit

5 edited digital photos




£125

Standard


up to 60min session

2 set-ups

up to 2 outfits

10 edited digital photos


Offer: free 1 - 12x16 print


£250

To secure your session, we require a non-refundable £50 deposit, which will be applied toward your final payment.

Add-Ons:

  • *Additional images can be purchased at £25 per digital image.
  • *Canvas prints, framed prints and other custom print options available upon request (prices vary based on size and material)
  • Frames are not included in the packages.
  • Photos are not edited and provided on the same day. Each image selected is carefully edited to meet our quality standards. Final delivery will take approximately 2 to 6 days, depending on the quantity of pictures chosen.
Half birthday baby photoshoot in East London at Inspire Studios
The Studio Experience

A Children’s Photoshoot
Designed Around Them

Every little one is unique, and our sessions are designed to capture their personality, smiles and playful spirit.

Our Cake Smash & First Birthday Photoshoots are created to capture these special moments beautifully. With creative photography and our collection of fun props and backdrops, we turn their first birthday into a collection of memories you’ll treasure forever. From happy smiles to messy cake-covered fingers, every little moment deserves to be captured.

First Birthday Photography in London
The Experience

What’s Included in Your Session

Planning

Tell us your ideas and we’ll help you choose the right theme.

Studio Photoshoot

Each studio photoshoot captures their expressive portraits.

Props & Sets

A range of props, backdrops and setups is available.

Image Selection

View your photographs after the session and choose the images you love most.

Six-month baby photoshoot ideas at Inspire Studios in East London
Before booking your children’s photoshoot, you can review what each package includes, compare the available options and select the session that best suits your child and the photographs you want. Suitable for babies and children aged 6 months to 1 year.

Props Available for Your Session

Choose from a selection of studio props to complement your child’s age, outfit and photoshoot style. Prop availability may vary by setup.

Dummy Cake
Pink Car
Convertible Car
Wooden Plane
Wooden Moon
Studio Chairs
Wooden Step
Please select your preferred props before the session so the chosen setup can be prepared.

A Selection of Studio Outfits

We have a limited selection of girls’ outfits, with availability depending on the child’s age and clothing size. You can also view our dresses and outfits collection .

Outfit Availability

Please share your child’s age and usual clothing size before the photoshoot. We’ll confirm which studio outfits may be suitable. Families are also welcome to bring their own outfits or view our full dresses and outfits page .

Small
Messy
Wonderful
Memories

Cake Smash

Celebrate their first birthday with a playful studio session created around your child. We photograph smiles, curious moments and wonderfully messy cake fun, giving you a varied collection of bright birthday portraits. For the cake smash, you’re welcome to bring a real cake of your choice or we can provide a decorated dummy cake for photos.

What to Expect
1 Birthday portraits before the cake
2 Cake smash photographs
3 Photographs with parents and siblings
Ideal for marking a first birthday with a fun cake smash photoshoot. Book Cake Smash

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A FEW FEATURED FAVORITES FROM
OUR STORIES

One-year-old girl enjoying a first birthday smash the cake photoshoot in London
From maternity to newborn and now a half birthday photoshoot—capturing a baby’s journey at Inspire Studios, London.
Kid smiling during a studio photoshoot.
Andrea’s first birthday studio photoshoot in London with cake smash and milestone celebration

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the photoshoot?

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We offer props and a dummy cake which can be decorated accoring to your theme.

What's not included in the photoshoot?

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Please note that we don't offer balloons, real cakes and outfits for Cake Smash photoshoots. If you would like to include them in the session you will have to bring your own.

Do you provide outfits?

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Yes, we have a limited selection of children’s outfits available for use during the studio session at no additional cost. Please note that we cannot guarantee a perfect fit, we are not responsible if they do not fit as expected. If you wish to use an outfit from our collection, you must let us know prior to the session to ensure availability. The number of outfits a child can wear depends on the package you choose and outfit changes are included within the session time.Please note that using our outfits is completely optional. You are very welcome to bring your own clothing if you prefer and many clients choose to do so to ensure the perfect fit and personal style.

How long does it take to receive the final images?

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The timeline for final delivery depends on the amount of post-production required. Generally, you can expect to receive your edited images within 2-5 business days after the shoot. If you would like your photos to be delivered on time for your birthday, please schedule your shoot in advance.

What happens if I cancel the session?

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Please note that once booked, your session's date and time are fixed and cannot be changed. If you cancel, the deposit is non-refundable as your reserved slot prevents us from accepting other bookings and covers preparation time. Please also read our Refunds & Cancellations Policy.

Can I come to see the studio?

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We would be happy to show you the studio, but please contact us before your visit.

Do you offer on-location shoots or is everything shot in your studio?

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We offer studio shoots, but we also offer on-location or outdoor photography and videography upon request. Additional fees may apply for location rentals and travel, depending on the location.

Do you own the copyright to the images?

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Yes, Inspire Photo Studios Ltd retains the copyright to all images. Client is granted the unlimited, perpetual right to use, modify and distribute all photographs and video content produced by Inspire Photo Studios Ltd under the agreement. Inspire Studios shall retain physical possession of all original files, negatives and raw footage and reserves the right to use the content in their marketing portfolio.

How can I contact you to book the photoshoot?

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Preferably, you can contact us by WhatsApp for a faster reply or by filling up our contact form.