Choosing a cake smash theme is one of the most fun parts of planning a first birthday session. For a lot of families, sports themes are an easy favorite. Whether it reflects a family tradition, a favorite team, or simply something parents love, sports inspired cake smash sessions always create setups that feel personal while...
Some cake smash themes feel trendy for a season, while others have a little more staying power. Book themed cake smash sessions have always been some of my favorites because they combine meaningful childhood stories with creative set design in a way that feels personal to each family. For many parents planning first birthday photos,...
Winter birthdays come with a built in advantage when it comes to cake smash theme ideas. Snowflakes, twinkle lights, evergreen details, woodland scenes, rustic lumberjack setups, Santa inspired backdrops, and cozy winter textures all create beautiful first birthday portraits that feel festive without looking overly trendy. There are so many different ideas that are perfect...
If you’re searching for space cake smash ideas for your baby’s first birthday, one of the best places to start is with real sessions. This not only helps you come up with brand new ideas, but it also helps you see how that theme can look realistically. I have photographed hundreds of cake smashes during...
One of the best parts of photographing families year after year as a milestone baby photographer is getting to watch little personalities unfold. This sweet Burlington family first came to me when their daughter was a newborn. Since then, I’ve photographed beach family portraits, Santa sessions, milestone photos, and eventually this unforgettable Burlington MA first...
Welcome to Crabapple Photography!
I’m Kate, and I’ve been capturing family portraits since 2009. I specialize in photographing newborns, babies, and families with a fun, relaxed approach.
My style is clean, whimsical, and full of thoughtful details.
My cozy studio is located in Andover, MA, and I proudly serve families throughout the North Shore, Greater Boston, and Southern New Hampshire. I also offer on location outdoor sessions for those who love a natural setting.
Let’s create something beautiful together. Contact me today!