One year. One cake. A thousand memories.

One year One cake A thousand memories

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Cake Smash Photoshoot

YOUR SPECIALIST Cake smash PHOTOGRAPHER IN HORSHAM, SUSSEX

Your unforgettable Cake Smash Photoshoot takes place in the Samphire studio in Littleworth. Creating a bespoke set with colours and decorations to match your theme, turning your little one's first birthday into a fun, vibrant, and memorable photo experience.

On the day, all you need to do is relax and enjoy the show!

Why Samphire Photography?

Trusted by Sussex families, we specialise in baby-led photography that is safe, playful, and personalised to your child’s unique stage.

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5.0 rating from 188 reviews

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My partner set up a photoshoot with Claire for our son’s first birthday and we instantly felt welcomed and put at ease. It was our first photoshoot as a family and we honestly enjoyed every second. We were a bit unsure how the pictures were going to come out as our son didn’t really smile throughout the shoot, however we were all pleasantly surprised with how beautiful the pictures are! We couldn’t recommend Claire enough to anyone who is looking for a family photoshoot!
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Joyce Rodgers
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Clare was absolutely amazing with our daughter Theodora, we chose to do the mini newborn shoot and booked a second shoot at 8 months old with her baby cousin who was 4 months. Both times felt such at ease whilst she took all the pictures and catered to our requests. We are so excited to see the final pictures and look forward to using her again in the future. Thank you so much.
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Freya Mclean
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such a lovely wholesome experience made us feel very relaxed and welcome even tho we have a fidgety baby Claire was brilliant with her which made us feel at easy can’t recommend her enough.
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Kellie Downie
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Amazing experience as always x
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Alice Alden
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Had a lovely experience for my pregnancy shoot with Clare. She made me feel comfortable and at ease in front of the camera... And I got some pictures I will treasure. Thank you Clare.
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We had the best time at our newborn photo shoot! Clare is magical with her camera and with the babies, she takes all the stress away so we could just relax. She was also brilliant at wrangling our older boys & it was lovely to revisit to see all the photos once they were ready. We are so pleased with our photos & the beautiful prints we ordered too.
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Kathryn Wilde
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I had a mini maternity shoot with Clare and although I was so nervous, Clare made me feel completely at ease and very comfortable. I can’t wait to come back for the newborn shoot. Clare is truly amazing at what she does.
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Natalie
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I came across Samphire photography when I was pregnant with my first baby seven years ago. There was something about Clare’s ability to catch the finest little details and put her own stamp on her photography. That was something I hadn’t seen elsewhere. I am so glad I chose Samphire photography because I have the most beautiful photos and memories that I will cherish forever. Clare is professional, flexible but very welcoming and her handling of newborn babies makes you feel at ease. I also love that fact that the majority of shoots are done in Clare’s studio at the back of her home. It makes the atmosphere more relaxing and it feels more personal. She has lots of creative ideas but at the same time, listening to what I want. I have since been back for a bluebell photoshoot of my daughter and most recently, a maternity photoshoot which I won. I have booked to have another newborn shoot when my second baby has been born and I can’t wait. I will never go anywhere else for my photo’s! Thank you Clare for creating such beautiful images x
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Talia Blake
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Amazing experience for my pregnancy photoshoot. Clare was fantastic, she was professional and I felt at ease the whole time. Highly recommend!
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How It Works

NEW TO CAKE SMASH PHOTOSHOOTS? HERE’S HOW WE MAKE IT EASY

1. RELAX & ENJOY

Everything is taken care of for you. You can sit back with a drink, laugh, or encourage your one-year-old while every glorious, messy moment is captured.
Your little one even gets to enjoy a splash around in the bath at the end!

Sessions last 1-2 hours and are totally child-led. Your Cake Smash starts with some 'clean' portraits' before introducing the cake.
There's no pressure—we follow your little one's lead for a fun, natural experience.

2. THE CELEBRATION

3. booking

It's never too early to book your bespoke Cake Smash. We'll set a date around your child's first birthday and plan your unique theme, colours, and setup together.

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Prices & Packages

SPECIALIST HORSHAM PHOTOGRAPHER | HORSHAM, WEST SUSSEX

When you are ready to book your session, you can secure your appointment with an £80 session fee.
Image and products are in addition to this. You do not need to choose your package until you have seen your final gallery of images – and even then, there is no obligation to buy.


Digital Bundles

£245

Collections of your favourite images in digital format

Wall Art

£425

A stunning collection in a variety of styles and finishes to display your portraits

All Inclusive Collections

£495

Your full gallery of digital images as well as a selection of our most popular products


Birthday Mini Portrait Sessions

Love the idea of Cake Smash photography but not ready to commit to a full session?

 

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WHAT’S INCLUDED?

Every Birthday Mini Portrait Session includes:

  • A 30-minute Birthday photography session
  • Three professionally edited digital images
  • All images taken on a white backdrop
  • Option to add an accent colour if you wish
  • Use of an outfit for your little one during the photoshoot
  • Portraits of your baby on their own, with the fake cake, and then with some bubbles to play with
  • The opportunity to purchase additional images and products if desired

Meet The Photographer

HORSHAM PHOTOGRAPHER
SPECIALIST NEWBORN & BABY PHOTOGRAPHER

Hi, I’m Clare, a Horsham Photographer based in West Sussex with over 15 years of experience.
I adore all kinds of photography, but it is portraiture that is my true love.

Good photography captures memories of a moment in time which can otherwise fade all too quickly.


The ability to record a PERFECT MOMENT in a family’s life, a newborn smile or the serenity of an expectant mother is a real delight.

girl in floral hat at her newborn photoshoot near slinfold
pet portraits of a cat in horsham
stunning mum to be in gold gown at maternity portrait session

Where To Find Us

Littleworth Ln, Partridge Green, Horsham RH13 8JF

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