The Milestone and Cake Smash Experience


Welcome to our Milestone and Cake Smash photography experience, where we specialize in capturing joy-filled moments that celebrate your little one's biggest achievements. Our studio in Port Chester, NY, is the perfect setting for these unforgettable sessions. For First Birthdays/Cake Smash Sessions, we recommend booking between 10 and 12 months to capture their brightest smiles and cake-covered giggles. But don’t worry if you miss that window—photos can be taken at any age! Whether you include a cake or not, we’ll craft a session that reflects your child’s unique spirit.


Milestone sessions, whether its turning a new age or capturing a new hobby, can be done at any time and are perfect for preserving those special memories. Let’s make their first big moment unforgettable and capture the magic of their childhood one smile at a time!

Small child sits in dreamy winter wonderland photo setting with white trees and snowflakes against blue backdrop. Port Chester, NY
A winter wonderland themed cake smash photoshoot with silver ornaments and snowflakes decorating the set. - Port Chester, NY
Smiling child wearing white dress and hair buns in winter wonderland holiday photo setting with white trees and ornaments. Port Chester, NY
A small figure in pink tutu sits next to cake in dreamy pink winter wonderland setup with white trees and decorations. - Port Chester, NY
Festive winter wonderland scene with pink decorations, white snowman and soft plush toys in pastel colors. - Port Chester, NY
A baby in a pink tulle dress stands against a backdrop of burgundy, pink and copper balloon decorations in a party setting. - Port Chester
Pizza Theme 1st Birthday Photography and Cake Smash Session - Port Chester, NY
Pizza Theme 1st Birthday Photography and Cake Smash Session - Port Chester, NY
Pizza Theme 1st Birthday Photography and Cake Smash Session - Port Chester, NY
Pink and burgundy balloon arch creates festive backdrop for first birthday celebration with tulle dress and decor. - Port Chester, NY
Fiesta Theme 1st Birthday Photography and Cake Smash Session - Port Chester, NY
Fiesta Theme 1st Birthday Photography and Cake Smash Session - Port Chester, NY
Fiesta Theme 1st Birthday Photography and Cake Smash Session - Port Chester, NY
Airplane Theme 1st Birthday Photography and Cake Smash Session - Port Chester, NY
Milestone Session - 4th Birthday - Port Chester, NY - Dawn Talia Photography - Westchester County, NY
Professional Photographers of America (PPA) organization logo with grey text and burgundy square emblem.
2023 baby safety certification badge with minimalist sleeping baby icon design in muted rose and beige tones.
Gold and olive winner award badge with laurel wreath and stars for AFNS Award from September 2022.
A black and gold 2nd place award badge with laurel wreath border and ribbon design from 8/2022.
Minimalist gray text displaying
A circular logo for Published Photographer Magazine 2023 with decorative flourishes and text in red and black.
Circular black logo design for Cover Artist Photographer Magazine 2022 with decorative flourishes and text.
Elegant circular logo design for Published Photographer magazine with cursive text and minimalist gold accent lines.
Magazine cover for Bold & Beautiful featuring baseball props and navy knit outfit with Yankees cap on brown background.
Professional photography portfolio page showcasing newborn and family portraiture with elegant dark background styling.
Valentine's themed magazine cover with red and white decor showing a smiling figure in a red sweater against rustic doors.
A photography business page layout featuring red and white decorative elements with hearts and wooden accents.
Magazine cover for Bold & Beautiful featuring a joyful scene with Valentine's decor, red hearts and pink accents.
A red-themed creative photography page layout with a white text title and two portrait images against a burgundy background.
A circular brown logo design reading 'Holiday Edition 2022' with 'As Seen In' text at the top.

© 2025 Dawn Talia Photography | All Rights Reserved | Award-Winning Newborn, Maternity, Cake Smash, and Family Photographer | My studio is located in Port Chester, NY - Westchester County and I proudly serve clients across New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut, including Port Chester | Rye | Harrison | Larchmont | Irvington | Armonk | Bronxville | Chappaqua | Dobbs Ferry | Pleasantville | Bedford | Pelham Manor | Mamaroneck | Briarcliff Manor | Fairfield County | Darien | Greenwich | Stamford | Manhattan | NYC | Scarsdale | Tarrytown | Westport | White Plains | Book your session today to preserve the moments that matter most!