Cake smash • Newborn • Family • Seniors

Little moments, big smiles, and sets made just for them.

Custom themed studio sessions in the Phoenix area, from fairy gardens and first rodeos to Top Gun and Two Infinity & Beyond. You bring the party theme, I build the set, and we capture ALL the smiles (and every handful of cake!).

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Platinum winner, Photographers
CommunityVotes 2026 · Goodyear, Glendale & Avondale

Laughing toddler in a cowboy hat during a western first birthday session

Baby girl on a fairy garden first birthday set

SO happy I'm one!!!

VOTED BY LOCAL FAMILIES

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Platinum, GlendaleCommunityVotes 2026

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Platinum, AvondaleCommunityVotes 2026

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Gold, SurpriseCommunityVotes 2024

Family portrait in the Nessa Rose Photography studio (swap for a photo of Nessa)

xo, Nessa

Hi, I'm Nessa!

I build the set. You bring the birthday babe.

I LOVE creating and building my sets! Those giant fairy-garden flowers? I made every one of them by hand, and WOW were they worth it. Bring me your party theme and we'll bounce ideas back and forth until we land on a custom setup that's totally your little one.

Newborns, cake smashes, two- and three-year-old birthdays, siblings (yesss, of course they can join in!), families, and lately seniors and prom too. I stepped out of my comfort zone into outdoor sessions and now I'm obsessed!

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"The best part of this job is watching your little ones grow!!! From their Newborn photos to their Cake smash sessions each milestone is a huge blessing to witness."
— Nessa, on Instagram

Hand-built themed sets Cake smash specialist Newborn & twins Siblings welcome Seniors & prom

The portfolio

Real sessions, real giggles

A peek at recent sessions straight from the studio. Tap any photo to see it bigger!

I feel the need, the need for speed! (cake session) — I feel the need, the need for speed!

Isn’t she Tu-Two Cute (cake session) — Isn’t she Tu-Two Cute

The love of sisters (family session) — The love of sisters

Krabby Patties, Squidward? (cake session) — Krabby Patties, Squidward?

M & M, newborn twins (newborn session) — M & M, newborn twins

OBSESSED with all the smiles! (cake session) — OBSESSED with all the smiles!

Football season is back, baby! (newborn session) — Football season is back, baby!

Strawberry Strawberry! (cake session) — Strawberry Strawberry!

All wrapped in a pretty bow (newborn session) — All wrapped in a pretty bow

Houston, we have a three year-old! (cake session) — Houston, we have a three year-old!

Obsessed!!!! (cake session) — Obsessed!!!!

Brotherly love (family session) — Brotherly love

Little Bear! (newborn session) — Little Bear!

TWO Infinity and Beyond! (cake session) — TWO Infinity and Beyond!

A girl’s first true love (newborn session) — A girl’s first true love

Three Under the Sea! (cake session) — Three Under the Sea!

Boho but make it PINK (newborn session) — Boho but make it PINK

Cupid Minis (cake session) — Cupid Minis

Family session (family session) — Family session

Sesame Street smash (cake session) — Sesame Street smash

Prom night glow (senior session) — Prom night glow

Every girl has to have a set of pearls (newborn session) — Every girl has to have a set of pearls

SO HAPPY I’M ONE!!!! (cake session) — SO HAPPY I’M ONE!!!!

Sweet dreams (newborn session) — Sweet dreams

Such a beautiful family! (family session) — Such a beautiful family!

Twinkle, twinkle (newborn session) — Twinkle, twinkle

Little boots, big dreams (cake session) — Little boots, big dreams

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Sessions

Pick your moment

Every session is styled around your family. Ask for current package pricing!

Most loved

Cake Smash & Birthdays

First, second, even third birthdays! A custom themed set built to match your party.

Custom set designed with you
Bundle a custom-made cake (ask for details!)
Balloon garlands & themed props

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Newborn

Posed & swaddled studio sessions with florals, wraps and sweet little knits. Twins welcome!

Posed & swaddled setups
Siblings can join in on the fun
Mom, dad & family shots

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Family & Minis

Families, siblings and milestones, plus seasonal minis like my Cupid Minis (perfect for six months and up!).

Studio family portraits
Sibling & milestone sessions
Seasonal mini sessions

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Seniors & Prom

Outdoor sessions for high school & college seniors and prom night. My newest obsession!

Outdoor location session
Cap & gown or prom looks
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Have a party theme in mind? Send it over! I LOVE building custom sets around your ideas.

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How it works

Easy from hello to gallery

Four simple steps, and you only have to worry about the outfit.

Say hi

Fill out the inquiry form with your date, session type and any theme ideas.

Dream up the set

We bounce ideas back and forth until the setup is perfectly you.

Studio day

I build the set, you bring the birthday babe. Smiles, tears, cake: it's ALL welcome!

Your gallery

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What families are saying

Voted Platinum photographer by Goodyear, Glendale & Avondale residents in CommunityVotes 2026.

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She took my party theme and turned it into the cutest set I've ever seen. The photos are everything!

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So patient with our newborn. We cried when we saw the gallery. Already booked her for the first birthday.

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Fun, easy, and our toddler actually smiled! Our family photos are finally on the wall.

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Let's create something sweet

Book your session

Tell me a little about your family, your party theme and what you're celebrating. I can't wait to hear your ideas!

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Frequently asked questions

Can you match my party theme?

YES, that's my favorite part! Send your theme, colors or inspiration pics and we'll bounce ideas back and forth until we land on your custom setup. Past sets include fairy gardens, under the sea, Toy Story, first rodeo, Top Gun, SpongeBob, Alice in ONEderland, outer space, strawberries and Rookie of the Year.

Can siblings join the session?

Yessss, of course siblings can join in on the fun! We love a sibling photo!

When should I book a cake smash or newborn session?

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Do you provide the cake?

You can bundle your cake smash session with a custom-made cake. Ask me for details! I've collaborated with local bakers for some of my favorite sessions.

Where are sessions held?

Newborn, cake smash and family sessions are in my studio in the Phoenix area; senior and prom sessions are outdoors. [Studio city / address]Confirm

Do you offer mini sessions?

Yes, seasonal minis pop up throughout the year, like my Valentine's Cupid Minis for little ones six months and up. Follow along on Instagram so you don't miss them!

How long until I get my photos?

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they're only little once

Let's capture this season together

Tell me your theme and let's start building your set. Send your inquiry today!

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