Simple Sophistication

Newport Beach, CA & Gilbert, AZ • Sessions by appointment only

Simple Sophistication

Princess London’s 1st Birthday Cake Smash Session

Princess London’s 1st Birthday Cake Smash Session

This cute family came to us to do their daughter’s Princess London’s 1st birthday session, and we couldn’t have been happier with how it turned out! First of all, the London, England theme was simply amazing. It was so unique and creative, we really loved working with the props and the cake to make a truly spectacular shoot. Getting portraits with mom and dad in matching outfits was especially terrific! Thanks so much to this family for making this an especially memorable cake smash session. We love cake smashes and family portrait sessions, and this was certainly no exception!

ABOUT THE PHOTOGRAPHER

Gilmore Studios is a photographer team specializing in maternity, newborn, children and family photography in Orange County, CA. 

Contact us for more info about booking your studio or on location session in the Southern California area. Brian and Jennifer Gilmore specialize in studio & natural light photography in Costa Mesa, Newport Beach, Corona Del Mar, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, Huntington Beach, and surrounding areas in OC and Los Angeles.

Call 949-698-3968 or email us to book your summer, fall, and winter 2018 photography sessions. Cake smash sessions are $250 and by reservation only. All birthday cake smash sets are custom built to the client’s theme or color scheme and include a yummy cake baked with love at French’s Cupcake Bakery.

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Gilmore Studios on Instagram! Be sure to follow us, as we post updates and new sessions daily. If you’re in the mood for more baby portraits and cake smashes, then check out @GilmoreStudiosBabies, this account is dedicated to babies! We also have even more cake smashes, baby posts, and family portrait sessions on our blog.

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Gilmore Studios loves finding ways to help fellow photographers! We offer online and in-person coaching, workshops, and even opportunities to join our team. If you’re interested, then visit our For Photographers page on our website for more information. Feel free to contact us any time!

 

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Meet the Gilmores:

Gilmore Studios serves Orange County, Los Angeles, and Phoenix. We specialize in wedding photography, family portraits, newborn and branding photography. Our studio has been in business since 2002.

Fun Facts:

PLace we call home:

Newport Beach & Queen Creek

Number of kids:

3 boys

Years in business:

Since 2002

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If you are planning maternity photos, think about sunrise or sunset. Those times of day truly make a difference in how relaxed and beautiful your images feel.

Send me a message to chat about the best timing for your maternity session.

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This mama wanted something natural and timeless at the beach, and sunset gave her exactly that. If you are planning maternity photos, think about sunrise or sunset. Those times of day truly make a difference in how relaxed and beautiful your images feel. Send me a message to chat about the best timing for your maternity session.

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Last year we photographed this family, and they brought so much fun energy into their session. Proof that even on a simple backdrop, your joy and connection make the photos unique.

If you’ve been waiting for updated portraits, this is the easiest (and most fun!) way to do it

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This year’s mini sessions are in the studio on our clean white backdrop. It’s timeless, classic, and the perfect blank canvas to let your family’s personality shine. Last year we photographed this family, and they brought so much fun energy into their session. Proof that even on a simple backdrop, your joy and connection make the photos unique. If you’ve been waiting for updated portraits, this is the easiest (and most fun!) way to do it

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• The light is softer and golden…perfect for portraits.
• The heat hasn’t set in yet, so you’re more comfortable.
• And bonus: fewer crowds at popular locations.

If you’re planning a summer session in Arizona, sunrise is the way to go!

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When it’s 115° by midday, sunrise is your best friend. For this session, we met at sunrise to photograph an 18-year-old heading out on his LDS mission. • The light is softer and golden…perfect for portraits. • The heat hasn’t set in yet, so you’re more comfortable. • And bonus: fewer crowds at popular locations. If you’re planning a summer session in Arizona, sunrise is the way to go!

When planning twin sessions, I recommend choosing a theme that works for both. Simple and timeless designs photograph beautifully. For these brothers, we created a custom backdrop with balloons and large ONE letters so they could share the stage but still have space to shine individually.

Tip: Jeans or coordinated outfits help tie the look together without making it too matchy matchy.

Planning a twin birthday Let’s make it memorable

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When planning twin sessions, I recommend choosing a theme that works for both. Simple and timeless designs photograph beautifully. For these brothers, we created a custom backdrop with balloons and large ONE letters so they could share the stage but still have space to shine individually. Tip: Jeans or coordinated outfits help tie the look together without making it too matchy matchy. Planning a twin birthday Let’s make it memorable

We photographed this sweet newborn in December, and it’s a question I get all the time: When should we book our newborn session?
• The ideal window is within the first few weeks so your baby is extra sleepy and curled up.
• But don’t stress if you miss that. Sessions can be beautiful at any stage.
• I’ll guide you through family photos, sibling shots (if needed), and solo portraits so every detail of this season is remembered.

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We photographed this sweet newborn in December, and it’s a question I get all the time: When should we book our newborn session? • The ideal window is within the first few weeks so your baby is extra sleepy and curled up. • But don’t stress if you miss that. Sessions can be beautiful at any stage. • I’ll guide you through family photos, sibling shots (if needed), and solo portraits so every detail of this season is remembered.

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