• 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

Solana Beach Cake Smash Photographer

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

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Solana Beach Cake Smash & One Year Photography

Lovely Baby Photography is the leading cake smash and one year photography studio serving Solana Beach 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 Solana Beach 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, located in Carlsbad, CA, offers an exceptional experience for parents in Solana Beach seeking to capture their baby’s first birthday milestone. With access to over 250 creative backdrops, we ensure your cake smash and one year session is truly personalized to reflect your family’s style. Before the fun begins, enjoy beautiful family portraits so everyone is included in this special memory. Our cake smash session allows your little one to express their personality while we capture genuine, joyful moments you will cherish forever.

Following the cake smash, we offer an adorable post-cake splash session in a mini bathtub, perfect for capturing your baby’s giggles and sparkling eyes. With our expertise and attention to detail, you can trust Lovely Baby Photography for a seamless and memorable celebration.

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Award Winning Solana Beach Cake Smash Photographer

Lovely Baby Photography is a premier cake smash and one year photography studio in Carlsbad, CA, serving Solana Beach and the wider San Diego County area. Stacey Marsh is known for her exceptional cake smash sessions that honour your baby’s first birthday in the most beautiful way. The studio offers over 250 beautiful backdrops and themes, wardrobe for mom and siblings, pre-cake family photos, the cake smash, and a fun post-cake splash in a mini bathtub. Stunning wall art, frames, canvases, albums, and prints are on offer 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

Solana Beach Cake Smash Photography

How To Get To Lovely Baby Photography from Solana Beach

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 Solana Beach.

To travel from Solana Beach to Lovely Baby Photography at 2185 Faraday Avenue, Suite 110, Carlsbad, California 92008, begin by heading northeast on Lomas Santa Fe Drive to merge onto I-5 North. Continue on I-5 North for approximately 10 miles. Take exit 47 for Palomar Airport Road and turn right onto Palomar Airport Road. Drive east for about 2.5 miles, then turn left onto Faraday Avenue. Continue on Faraday Avenue for approximately 0.6 miles. Lovely Baby Photography will be on your right at Suite 110, 2185 Faraday Avenue. Be sure to check for parking availability upon arrival.

About Solana Beach, San Diego County

Solana Beach is a picturesque coastal city located in the northern part of San Diego County, California, nestled between Encinitas to the north and Del Mar to the south. Established in the 1920s, Solana Beach developed as a quiet seaside community and has grown into a vibrant locale known for its beautiful bluffs and pristine beaches. Historic Highway 101 runs through the city, home to the eclectic Cedros Design District, a hub for unique boutiques, art galleries, and the renowned Belly Up Tavern, which features live music from prominent and emerging artists. Fletcher Cove Beach Park, with its sweeping ocean views and family-friendly facilities, is a central recreational spot ideal for swimming, surfing, and picnicking. Nature enthusiasts can explore the nearby San Elijo Lagoon Ecological Reserve, one of the county’s largest coastal wetlands, offering scenic trails and birdwatching opportunities. Solana Beach is also celebrated for its farmer’s market and a variety of local eateries, which showcase the region’s culinary diversity. With its rich history, iconic landmarks, and diverse range of activities, Solana Beach offers residents and visitors alike a distinctive blend of coastal charm and modern amenities within San Diego County.

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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, San Marcos, 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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