The Full 1st Birthday Experience With Leah Islinger Photography
Available In Appleton & Throughout The Fox Valley, WI
Details & Pricing
THE FULL 1ST BIRTHDAY EXPERIENCE
The First Birthday session is a super fun way to celebrate your baby's big day! The session includes traditional photos of your new 1-year-old standing, playing with toys, sitting on chairs - all the things big kids do! Then it ends with a special first birthday cake smash! The smash cake is provided by me & I top it off with a cute cake topper. We follow up with a bubble bath for more fun photos, but most importantly,y to clean them up before their ride home! You will be presented with your final preview images in a private online gallery.
The Full 1st Birthday Experience has a non-refundable retainer to schedule your session. This session includes up to 1.5 hours in the studio, and this session may include 1 family & sibling pose. Includes up to 3 outfits (including cake smash outfit) and 5 backdrops.
After your session takes place, you will receive your preview images in a private online gallery. From there you have the choice of one of my 3 collections, and you can also purchase prints and products 'a la carte'.
YOU CAN VIEW THE COLLECTIONS BELOW
THE FULL 1ST BIRTHDAY EXPERIENCE
$100.00 non-refundable session fee retainer, due to schedule
After your session takes place, you will receive your preview images in a private online gallery. From there you have the choice of one of my 3 collections, and you can also purchase prints and products 'a la carte'.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
Studio location, up to 1.5 hours
Up to 3 outfits (including cake smash outfit)
Up to 5 backdrops
May request a theme
(new backdrop provided at photographer's discretion)
Traditional, smash cake & bath images
An optional balloon set before the cake, upon request
May include 1 family & sibling pose
The session fee retainer for your full 1st birthday experience is not included in or applied toward your session purchases - it is the cost for your scheduled session day/time and is non-refundable. This fee holds your session date/time and includes the photographer's skilled expertise, use of all studio props, editing & retouching, and convenient online ordering.
SESSION COLLECTIONS
after your full 1st birthday experience, you choose one of these collection options......
1400.00 | Gettin' All Our Faves
Your top 35, beautifully chosen & artfully preserved.
A polished, personalized collection of all of your absolute favorites.
- Private online gallery
- 35 professionally edited, high-resolution digital images
- Final images delivered on a custom USB drive
- A set of 4x6 printed proofs in a photo box
- 16x20 mounted wall portrait
- 10x10 coffee table book
- Print release
850.00 | Gettin' Some To Share
A well-rounded set to relive & share the love.
Ideal for a mix of personal favorites and sweet moments to pass along.
- Private online gallery
- 25 professionally edited, high-resolution digital images
- Final images delivered on a custom USB drive
- Print release
550.00 | Gettin' Just For Us
A thoughtful little collection for just between you.
Simple, meaningful, and made to hold the moments that matter most.
- Private online gallery
- 15 professionally edited, high-resolution digital images
- Final images delivered electronically
- Print release
YOUR EXPERIENCE, EXPLAINED.....
The Full 1st Birthday Experience
This session can include 1 family & sibling pose if you wish to add them to the start of your session. In this session, you may choose to use up to 3 outfits, and I will plan for roughly 5 backdrops.
You may request a theme for the cake smash setup that I will provide at my discretion.
Cakes are provided by Manderfields and frosted as 'naked cakes' only, to prevent choking.
This session includes traditional images, smash cake, and bath images. An optional balloon set before the cake can be added, upon request.
This session requires a session fee retainer at booking. This session fee retainer does not include any digital images, prints, or products & is not applied toward your session order - it is the cost for your scheduled session day/time and is non-refundable. All purchases are made after you receive your final gallery.
While this session can include a family/sibling pose, I find the session moves much more easily if siblings do not stay for the remainder of the session.
Are you unsure what your vision is for your full 1st birthday session? Let’s talk about what you’re hoping to do with your images — I’m here to help guide you to the perfect fit!
** If you wish to send me 'inspiration' photos, please be sure they are from my own website or my Facebook page and not Pinterest or from a web search. I prefer to photograph in my own style and cannot replicate certain poses or ideas **
Please note: no RAW or unedited images will be delivered in your final order. Only the included images in your session or additional purchased digital files will be delivered.
1-Year-Old Birthday Photography | Little Chute, WI | Serving Appleton & the Fox Valley
Celebrate Your Baby’s First Birthday
One-year-old birthday photography is for parents in Appleton, Little Chute, and the Fox Valley who want to celebrate their baby’s first birthday and the incredible journey of the first year. From wobbly steps to big smiles and curious expressions, these sessions capture the joy, growth, and personality that make this milestone so meaningful.
What to Expect
Your 1-year-old birthday session will be fun, relaxed, and tailored to your child’s personality. Sessions take place in my Little Chute, WI studio, just minutes from Appleton and the surrounding Fox Valley. I focus on simple, timeless setups that keep the attention on your child while allowing space for movement, play, and exploration.
I provide guidance on outfit choices and session preparation ahead of time, so you know exactly what to expect. Whether your child is shy, adventurous, or somewhere in between, I follow their lead to create natural, joyful images that truly reflect who they are at this age.
Why Choose Me
I specialize in baby milestone photography and understand how important your child’s first birthday is. Families from Appleton and throughout the Fox Valley choose me for my patient approach, calm studio environment, and ability to capture genuine moments without forcing poses or expressions.
With a welcoming studio in Little Chute, WI, I create a stress-free experience where your child can feel comfortable and celebrated, and where you can relax knowing these memories are being thoughtfully preserved.
Book Your 1-Year-Old Birthday Photography Session in Appleton & Fox Valley
Your baby’s first birthday deserves to be remembered. Let’s capture this milestone with beautiful, timeless images you’ll treasure for years to come. Contact me to schedule your 1-year-old birthday photography session in Little Chute, Appleton, or anywhere in the Fox Valley.