Twin Babies 1st Birthday Cake Smash Photo Shoot in Portland, Oregon

Double the Fun! Twin Babies First Birthday Cake Smash Photo Shoot

Who doesn't want to see twin babies on their first birthday enjoying their very first taste of cake? No one! Photographing a cake smash photo shoot for twins brings double the joy, double the energy, and definitely a unique experience—which is precisely what makes it so much fun. As a cake smash photographer in Portland, Oregon, these sessions are always a highlight.

Adorable twin baby boy and girl, dressed in vintage-inspired outfits, sitting on an old suitcase with greenery in front of clear balloons for their first birthday milestone portrait.

The Magic of Sharing

While dressing them up in coordinating outfits is part of the fun, what truly makes twin photoshoots special is documenting their unique connection. Their lives will forever be intertwined, and creating as many beautiful, milestone memories to look back on as possible is the goal.

For this memorable first birthday celebration, we centered the action around one beautiful, simple cream layered cake. Placing that single cake between the twins created an incredible dynamic. It wasn't about separate mountains of sugar; it was about interaction, shared discovery, and inevitable negotiation!

Progression of twin babies' first birthday photos: starting with pristine portraits on a suitcase, then transitioning to the beginning of their shared cream cake smash with "ONE" signage.

Capturing 500 Expressions in an Hour

Watching two babies approach one cake is pure entertainment! These two went through about 500 different face expressions all within the hour. We captured everything from confusion and hesitation—each waiting to see who would make the first move—to the hilarious moment they realized they both had access to the creamy frosting.

The dynamic between them was priceless: one might have been more cautious, only gingerly tasting the frosting, while the other dove right in, quickly covering their sibling's share (and their own face!). We captured close-ups of those tiny hands exploring the soft buttercream and the wide-eyed glances they exchanged, cementing this shared milestone forever. This moment of collaboration and minor chaos is a perfect snapshot of their developing sibling bond.

Playful twin baby girl showing her personality with a tongue-out expression, and standing next to a wicker chair for her first birthday cake smash photoshoot in Portland.

The Milestone and the Memory

The cake smash tradition is a wonderful way to celebrate that massive first-year milestone. We used a cheerful, light backdrop and simple decorations to ensure that the focus remained entirely on the babies, their joy, and that single, unifying cake. These final images tell a fun, unforgettable story that goes beyond just a birthday—they capture the hilarious, loving, and slightly competitive personalities of your little ones at the age of one.

When you choose SunnyMelon Photography for your twins' big day, you get professional quality images that perfectly capture the fun—and you get to leave the cleanup to us! If you are planning a first birthday cake smash for your twins or triplets in the Portland, Oregon area, including Beaverton, Clackamas, Happy Valley, or Lake Oswego, we would love to help you plan this unforgettable event. Contact us today to book your session and prepare for double the memories!

Adorable twin baby boy, dressed in suspenders and a newsboy cap, sitting on a vintage wooden rocking horse prop for his first birthday milestone portrait, with clear balloons in the background.
Charming twin baby boy in a newsboy cap and suspenders, captured in full and close-up, enjoying a vintage wooden rocking horse prop for his first birthday cake smash photoshoot in Portland.
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