Brayden Turns One

A Sweet Cake Smash in the Gold Coast Fields



This week, sweet little Brayden turns ONE — and what better way to celebrate than with a cake smash session in the beautiful open fields of the Gold Coast?

This session holds a very special place in my heart. I've been lucky enough to photograph this family’s love story from the very beginning — from their engagement session filled with excitement and butterflies, to their unforgettable wedding day, glowing maternity photos, and cosy family sessions along the way. Watching their journey unfold through my lens has been nothing short of magical.


And now here we are — celebrating their biggest little milestone yet.

Brayden is full of personality, cheeky smiles, and a sparkle in his eye that’s impossible not to fall in love with. He dove into his cake with curiosity and pure joy (and maybe a bit of mischief!), and those giggles echoing through the tall grass were everything.

The soft golden light, wide open fields, and earthy tones of the Gold Coast created the perfect backdrop for this milestone moment — a blend of wild, simple beauty and the kind of memories that make your heart swell.


To this beautiful family — thank you for letting me be part of your story. Watching Brayden grow from a bump to this bouncing, cake-loving one-year-old has been such an honour. Here’s to many more milestones, messes, and memories together.


Happy first birthday, Brayden. You are so loved 💛


Nat

xoxo

A small child wearing a white knitted sweater and party hat sits outdoors against a green natural background.
Baby feet next to smashed yellow birthday cake on white blanket during cake smash photo session.
Small baby in cream colored clothing sits outdoors holding a cookie or biscuit snack in their hand.
Baby with chocolate or food smeared on their face in multiple expressions against dark background.
A baby in white sits on a blanket with birthday cake and smash cake decorations at a first birthday photoshoot.
A baby wearing a white outfit sits with a decorative cake in an outdoor setting at a one year birthday celebration.
A small child sits outdoors in natural lighting enjoying a tasty pastry or baked treat.
Close-up view of a baby in a white sweater looking downward in a pensive moment.
Smiling baby in white outfit plays with toy on grassy lawn in bright sunlight.
Baby wearing white outfit reaching towards birthday cake on white blanket outdoors during cake smash photoshoot.
A series of connected photos showing a young child in white clothing against a green outdoor background.
A collection of images showing a small baby in a cream-colored dress playing outdoors in natural lighting.
Baby seated on white blanket outdoors excitedly reaching for cake during first birthday celebration.
Hands mixing shredded yellow potatoes with onions and seasonings in a large mixing bowl for potato pancakes.
Baby in white outfit sitting on blanket enjoying cake during outdoor smash cake photo session.