• A toddler wearing a "one" crown sits beside a small cake on a stand, surrounded by white balloons and a "one" sign, celebrating a first birthday. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby wearing a crown and a cake. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby in a pink striped outfit sits on the floor next to a white cake, surrounded by baseballs, crates, stars, and popcorn boxes with a rustic background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby wearing a gold crown and pink dress sits on the floor holding a white cake, surrounded by colorful flowers and butterflies. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh

San Marcos Cake Smash Photographer

Celebrating your baby’s first birthday with stunning cake smash and one-year sessions since 2009.

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San Marcos Cake Smash & One Year Photography

Lovely Baby Photography is the leading cake smash and one year photography studio serving San Marcos and surrounding areas across San Diego County and CA. These full-service, styled experiences celebrate your baby’s first birthday in the most joyful way. With over 250 backdrops and themes to choose from, wardrobe included for mom and siblings up to age 8, pre-cake family photos, the cake smash itself, and a post-cake splash in a mini bathtub, every detail is taken care of.

  • A young child sits on the floor in front of a table with a donut, surrounded by large donut decorations and a sign that reads “Donut Grow Up.”. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby in a purple dress sits in front of a “one” sign, surrounded by Hello Kitty decorations, balloons, and flowers. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby wearing a dark romper sits on a wooden floor holding a wooden toy truck, with potted plants and rustic wooden doors in the background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby in a pink dress and floral headband poses on a small cream-colored bed, with large pink bows and dried flowers in the background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby sits on a small bench holding a wooden "one" sign, with white and blue balloons in the background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A smiling baby sits on a small bench, clapping hands, surrounded by pastel-colored balloons and decorated backdrop. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A smiling baby in a lavender flower dress stands in front of a pastel castle-themed backdrop with a large number one and star decorations. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby in a white dress sits on a bench with the word "one" in front, surrounded by cloud and star decorations, and a crescent moon backdrop. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A toddler in a red dress sits on a chair, holding a red balloon overhead, surrounded by pink and red balloons and large strawberry decorations. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • Baby wearing a lavender dress sits on the floor with a decorated cake nearby, surrounded by pastel purple balloons, flowers, and butterflies on a light background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A baby wearing a pink tulle dress and a floral headband crawls on the floor with a large pink bow and flowers in the background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • A toddler in a white outfit sits on a small bench holding a “one” sign, with a moon, clouds, and stars backdrop. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh

What to Expect from Your San Marcos Cake Smash Session

A smiling toddler in a lavender dress and crown sits on the floor with a pink cake, surrounded by castle-themed decorations and a large number one. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh

Lovely Baby Photography in Carlsbad, CA is the perfect choice for parents in San Marcos, San Diego County seeking a memorable one year cake smash photoshoot experience. With access to an impressive selection of over 250 creative backdrops, your baby’s milestone session will be as unique as your family. Beginning with pre-cake family photos, the session captures beautiful moments together before the fun begins. The cake smash portion allows your little one to explore and enjoy, resulting in adorable and candid photos.

After the cake smash, the celebration continues with a playful post-cake splash in a charming mini bathtub, ensuring your baby is comfortable and happy while producing even more delightful images. Trust Lovely Baby Photography to capture your child’s first birthday with professionalism and creativity for memories that will last a lifetime.

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Award Winning San Marcos Cake Smash Photographer

Lovely Baby Photography is a top-tier cake smash and one year photography studio in Carlsbad, CA, serving San Marcos and the wider San Diego County area. Stacey Marsh is renowned for her remarkable cake smash sessions that mark your baby’s first birthday in style. The studio features over 250 stunning backdrops and themes, wardrobe for mom and siblings, pre-cake family photos, the cake smash, and a delightful post-cake splash in a mini bathtub. Timeless wall art, frames, canvases, albums, and prints are available to help you display these precious memories at home. To learn more about our full cake smash photography service, visit our main Cake Smash Photography page.

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Stacey Marsh, owner and principal photographer at Lovely Baby Photography, Carlsbad CA

San Marcos Cake Smash Photography

How To Get To Lovely Baby Photography from San Marcos

The Lovely Baby Photography studio is conveniently located in Carlsbad, CA at 2185 Faraday Avenue, Suite 110, Carlsbad, California 92008, making it easy to reach from San Marcos.

To travel from San Marcos to Lovely Baby Photography at 2185 Faraday Avenue, Suite 110, Carlsbad, California 92008, start by heading west on CA-78 W toward Carlsbad. Continue on CA-78 W for approximately 10 miles, then take Exit 3 for College Boulevard. Turn left onto College Boulevard and drive south for about 2 miles. Next, turn right onto Faraday Avenue. Follow Faraday Avenue for approximately 1 mile; the destination will be on your right at Suite 110. Look for the appropriate signage for Lovely Baby Photography in the business complex to find the correct suite and parking area.

About San Marcos, San Diego County

San Marcos is a vibrant city centrally located in the northern region of San Diego County, California, positioned strategically along State Route 78 between Escondido and Carlsbad. Rich in history, the area was originally inhabited by the Luiseño people before Spanish explorers founded the city in the late 18th century, naming it after Saint Mark. San Marcos is renowned for its sweeping scenic views of the surrounding foothills, as well as its iconic Double Peak Park, which offers panoramic vistas extending to the Pacific Ocean. The city is also home to California State University San Marcos, fostering a youthful and dynamic atmosphere. Popular landmarks include the historic Old California Restaurant Row, a culinary destination offering diverse eateries and boutiques, and the picturesque Discovery Lake, featuring walking trails and picnic spots. Visitors and residents alike enjoy local attractions such as the San Marcos Farmers Market and the annual San Marcos Spring Festival. Additionally, the city offers access to a variety of hiking and biking trails that wind through neighboring preserves, making it a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. With its unique blend of history, education, and recreation, San Marcos stands as a prominent and welcoming community within the San Diego metropolitan area.

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Serving Carlsbad, CA & All Surrounding Areas

Cake smash photography clients visit Lovely Baby Photography from all over Carlsbad, Coronado, Escondido and beyond.

Aviara, Bressi Ranch, Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Carlsbad, Carmel Valley, Coronado, Del Mar, Encinitas, Escondido, La Costa, La Jolla, Leucadia, Oceanside, Olivenhain, Rancho Bernardo, Rancho Santa Fe, Robertson Ranch, San Clemente, San Diego, Solana Beach, Terramar, Torrey Pines, Vista
  • A baby wearing a gold crown and white dress sits on the floor, eating cake, with a floral and draped cloth backdrop behind her. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
  • A baby wearing a white crown and dress sits on the floor with a decorated cake, surrounded by swan and flower decorations against a pink floral background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh
  • Smiling baby wearing a gold crown sits on the floor in front of a white cake, surrounded by white flowers and wooden boxes, with cake on their face and hands. Lovely Baby Photography, 2185 Faraday Ave suite 110, Carlsbad, CA 92008, +1 760-271-0725
  • A young child in a pink dress and crown sits on the floor, smiling, next to a pink frosted cake; star and cloud decorations are in the background. Lovely Baby Photography by Stacey Marsh

Let’s Celebrate That First Birthday

Joyful, timeless cake smash portraits to treasure forever. To learn more about our full cake smash photography service, visit our main Cake Smash Photography page.

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