First Birthday Photography in Glen Carbon, IL | Cake Smash & Milestone Photos

🎂 First Birthday Session in Glen Carbon, IL | Elegant Princess-Themed Cake Smash

At Conner James Photography, we love celebrating the big ONE! First birthday sessions are some of our most magical moments—full of giggles, cake, and personality. This gorgeous little princess recently visited our Glen Carbon studio to celebrate her first year in style, and the results were nothing short of royal.

📍 Studio Location: Glen Carbon, IL
📸 Photographer: Christine Loomas – Certified in newborn & baby safety
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💕 A First Birthday Fit for a Queen

Dressed in a soft pink tulle gown and a floral crown with a golden “ONE,” this sweet girl stole the show. Surrounded by romantic roses, lace draping, gold accents, and a custom mini throne, she lit up the entire studio with her smile. This vintage princess theme was dreamy, elegant, and timeless—everything you could want for your baby girl’s milestone celebration.

From soft portraits to big laughs, we captured every moment of her joy and sweetness in this first birthday session.

🎉 What’s Included in a 1st Birthday Session?

Your baby’s cake smash and birthday session includes:

• Professional studio styling with custom setups

• Optional cake smash and splash (bring your own cake)

• Use of studio wardrobe (including dresses, crowns, and more!)

• High-resolution digital images with print release

• Personalized posing and baby-led direction

👑 Want a different theme? We’ve done everything from boho to barnyard to ballerina. Let’s bring your vision to life!

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🎈 VIP Client Membership – For Every Milestone

Did you know that our VIP Client Membership includes 3 sessions per year? Many families choose a newborn, sitter, and 1st birthday combo to beautifully capture their baby’s first year.

✅ 3 sessions
✅ 30+ digital images per session
✅ 50% off extras
✅ No session fees ever again
🎉 Only $1800 (normally $4000)

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📍 Serving Families in Glen Carbon, Edwardsville & Beyond

Located in Glen Carbon, Illinois, Conner James Photography is known for fine art newborn and baby photography. We regularly photograph babies from Edwardsville, Maryville, Troy, Collinsville, and throughout the St. Louis Metro East area.

Every session is designed to be safe, stress-free, and focused on your baby’s comfort and joy.

💌 Ready to Celebrate?

If your little one is turning ONE soon, now’s the time to start planning their session! Let’s create photos that you’ll treasure forever—and that look amazing on the wall or in their birthday invitations.

📸 Book Your 1st Birthday Session Now
📧 Contact Me for questions or custom themes
🎁 Gift certificates available!