Simple Sophistication

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

Simple Sophistication

Donut Grow Up Birthday Cake Smash – Corona Del Mar Photographer

A Donut Grow Up Birthday Cake Smash – Corona Del Mar Photographer session delivers a bright, playful way to celebrate your baby’s first birthday. With colorful donuts, sprinkle-filled backdrops, and adorable outfits, this theme brings so much joy to every photo. Families who want something fun, lighthearted, and totally unique love this sweet and whimsical setup.

The “Donut Grow Up” theme celebrates your child’s growth while embracing the fun of messy cake smashing and delicious donut decor. Every giggle, frosting-covered hand, and powdered sugar sprinkle becomes a cherished memory you’ll never forget. Sessions like these help families preserve milestone moments in the most joyful and colorful way possible.

Why Choose a Donut Grow Up Birthday Cake Smash – Corona Del Mar Photographer

Booking a Donut Grow Up Birthday Cake Smash – Corona Del Mar Photographer session gives you a fun, creative option for milestone photography. Donuts bring an unexpected twist to the classic cake smash and offer so many playful styling opportunities. From donut-themed banners to pastel backdrops and sprinkle details, every element adds personality to your baby’s session.

This theme is especially loved for its gender-neutral style and adaptability to match any party color palette or baby’s outfit. Your baby can wear anything from tutus to overalls, and the look will still feel cohesive, charming, and fun. These details make the session visually engaging and truly custom for your little one.

Photography Tips for a Donut Grow Up Birthday Cake Smash – Corona Del Mar Photographer

To get the most from your session, keep a few tips in mind. Schedule the session around your baby’s happiest time of day to ensure plenty of smiles and fun.

Bring a favorite toy or familiar item to help ease your baby into the session and create natural reactions. Choose a simple, soft-colored outfit that complements the donut theme while allowing your baby to move freely and play.

Don’t forget to bring wipes, extra clothes, and snacks—cake smash sessions can be adorably messy and full of surprises.

Book Your Session with Gilmore Studios

Gilmore Studios captures the sweetest moments with creativity, experience, and care for every detail. Let us create a magical birthday session that brings this delicious theme to life.

Book your session with Gilmore Studios today and preserve these joyful moments forever!

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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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Dream job? Honestly, yes. But it’s so much more than a job.

For 24 years I’ve been trusted with the moments people will hold onto forever.
First cries. First birthdays. First lost teeth. Graduating high school and college. Vows. And then repeating the cycle all over again.

I’ve been there for the joy and the grief, the beginnings and the goodbyes. And somehow, after all of it, I still get to wake up and do it again tomorrow and it still takes my breath away every single time.

I’ve watched entire lifetimes unfold through my lens, and I don’t take a single frame for granted.

To my clients … you haven’t just given me a career. You’ve let me into the moments that matter most.

That’s everything. 🤍

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Dream job? Honestly, yes. But it’s so much more than a job. For 24 years I’ve been trusted with the moments people will hold onto forever. First cries. First birthdays. First lost teeth. Graduating high school and college. Vows. And then repeating the cycle all over again. I’ve been there for the joy and the grief, the beginnings and the goodbyes. And somehow, after all of it, I still get to wake up and do it again tomorrow and it still takes my breath away every single time. I’ve watched entire lifetimes unfold through my lens, and I don’t take a single frame for granted. To my clients … you haven’t just given me a career. You’ve let me into the moments that matter most. That’s everything. 🤍

What actually happens during prom photos 👀
Here’s how to instantly make your prom photos look better:
• Don’t stand stiff
• Keep movement in the poses
• Relax your hands and shoulders
• Stay close together in couple photos
• Laugh, talk, and i
That’s what I’m guiding the entire session.
Because the best prom photos don’t always happen from perfect posing...
They happen when everyone finally relaxes and starts having fun. #
Save this and send it to your date so everyone is on the same page

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What actually happens during prom photos 👀 Here’s how to instantly make your prom photos look better: • Don’t stand stiff • Keep movement in the poses • Relax your hands and shoulders • Stay close together in couple photos • Laugh, talk, and i That’s what I’m guiding the entire session. Because the best prom photos don’t always happen from perfect posing... They happen when everyone finally relaxes and starts having fun. # Save this and send it to your date so everyone is on the same page

If younger me could see the amount of emails, sessions, editing, timelines, client calls, blogs, courses, and random to-do lists now… she’d be SHOCKED. 😅

I started Gilmore Studios in 2002 with no roadmap. Just a camera, a love for photography, and honestly… a huge love for the business side of it too.

Since then, I’ve photographed so many stages of life:
weddings, newborns, seniors, cake smashes, families, commercial shoots, events… and somehow many of those clients became lifelong friends along the way. 🤍

What started as “I think I want to do photography” turned into over two decades of documenting people’s biggest moments and helping other photographers grow businesses of their own.

And honestly?
I still love it just as much.

Hi, I’m Jennifer Gilmore — photographer, business owner, and mentor for photographers ready to grow ✨

Comment LEARN if you want to grow as a photographer

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If younger me could see the amount of emails, sessions, editing, timelines, client calls, blogs, courses, and random to-do lists now… she’d be SHOCKED. 😅 I started Gilmore Studios in 2002 with no roadmap. Just a camera, a love for photography, and honestly… a huge love for the business side of it too. Since then, I’ve photographed so many stages of life: weddings, newborns, seniors, cake smashes, families, commercial shoots, events… and somehow many of those clients became lifelong friends along the way. 🤍 What started as “I think I want to do photography” turned into over two decades of documenting people’s biggest moments and helping other photographers grow businesses of their own. And honestly? I still love it just as much. Hi, I’m Jennifer Gilmore — photographer, business owner, and mentor for photographers ready to grow ✨ Comment LEARN if you want to grow as a photographer

Senior year is better with your best friend. 🎉🎓

Class of 2026

📸 by Cody - Gilmore Studios

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Senior year is better with your best friend. 🎉🎓 Class of 2026 📸 by Cody - Gilmore Studios

Top locations in Arizona for a senior session 👀

And each one gives you a completely different look.

Riparian Preserve
Greenery, paths, variety, and softer natural tones.

Queen Creek Fields
Open space, warm light, and that dreamy golden hour look everybody loves.

Queen Creek Wash
More texture, desert tones, and a slightly edgier feel.

Here’s how I help seniors choose:
We don’t just pick a location because it’s pretty. We pick one that fits your outfits, personality, and the overall vibe you want your photos to have.

Because location changes EVERYTHING.

Save this for your senior photo inspo later
Which one would you choose?

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Top locations in Arizona for a senior session 👀 And each one gives you a completely different look. Riparian Preserve Greenery, paths, variety, and softer natural tones. Queen Creek Fields Open space, warm light, and that dreamy golden hour look everybody loves. Queen Creek Wash More texture, desert tones, and a slightly edgier feel. Here’s how I help seniors choose: We don’t just pick a location because it’s pretty. We pick one that fits your outfits, personality, and the overall vibe you want your photos to have. Because location changes EVERYTHING. Save this for your senior photo inspo later Which one would you choose?

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