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Birthday Photos: Because Adults Deserve Cake Smashes Too! (Sort Of)

Christina Ellis

Creative birthday photos session in Portland studio.
Birthday Photos for all ages!

Let's talk about a controversial opinion: birthday photo sessions shouldn't stop just because you can tie your own shoes. I know, I know – revolutionary thinking here at LaLa Photography! But stick with me, because this might be the most fun you've had since you learned about tax deductions (kidding, this is way better).


Plot Twist: Birthday Sessions Aren't Just for Babies


Picture this: Last week, we had Sarah, age 35, literally jumping for joy in front of our sparkly pink backdrop, tiara perfectly askew, holding a glass of champagne and a sign that said "35 and Thriving!" Meanwhile, the day before, we captured little Tommy's first sugar rush with classic cake smash photos, and the week before that? Grandpa Bob rocked his 70th birthday shoot with a backdrop that looked like a vintage record store.


Here's the thing about birthdays – they're personal. And with our collection of over 300 backdrops (yes, you read that right – we might have a backdrop addiction), we can match ANY personality. Whether you're:

  • A two-year-old who thinks purple polka dots are the meaning of life

  • A teenager who wants moody aesthetics for the 'gram

  • A 40-year-old who needs everyone to know they're "Fabulous and Forty"

  • An 80-year-old who wants to recreate their favorite movie scene


The Great Backdrop Adventure


Let me tell you about Maria, who came in for her 27th birthday. She started scrolling through our backdrop options and gasped so dramatically I thought she'd seen a ghost. Turns out she found one that perfectly matched her tattoo. AN HOUR LATER (no judgment, we've all been there), she had picked out three different backdrops for an epic birthday photo series that made her Instagram followers lose their minds.


Your Vibe, Your Birthday, Your Backdrop


Our backdrop collection is like Netflix – there's something for everyone:

  • Want to look like you're floating in space? Got it.

  • Dream of being surrounded by balloons and butterflies? Check.

  • Fancy a tropical paradise (in Portland, in February)? We've got you.

  • Need something that matches your cat's eyes? Weirdly specific, but probably!


But What Actually Happens at a Birthday Session?


First off, we celebrate YOU. Whether you're turning 5 or 95, we're here for the party (and yes, we do occasionally sing – our pitch might be questionable, but our enthusiasm is unmatched).


Remember Jennifer's 50th? She brought her own cake, and while we didn't let her smash it (she needed it for her party later), we did capture the moment she "pretend dropped" it – her kids' faces were PRICELESS.


The LaLa Birthday Guarantee


While we can't guarantee you'll age backwards (though our lighting is pretty magical), we DO guarantee:

  • A backdrop that matches your personality

  • Photos that make you feel like the birthday royalty you are

  • Enough options to make your social media feed explode

  • A good time (because who doesn't love being the center of attention?)


Age is Just a Number (And Backdrops are Just the Beginning)


Whether you're celebrating your first year or your fifty-first, we've got the perfect scene to set your birthday story. And unlike that birthday cake, these photos won't disappear in one sitting (though we highly recommend bringing cake anyway – we're professionals, but we're not made of stone).


Ready to Make Your Birthday Legendary?


Book your birthday session at LaLa Photography, Portland where we believe everyone deserves their "cake smash" moment (actual cake smashing optional after age 2). Because let's be honest – Instagram stories only last 24 hours, but these photos will help you relive your birthday magic forever.


P.S. Yes, we can absolutely recreate that one Pinterest photo you've been saving for six months. And yes, we can make it even better.


Ready to make your birthday unforgettable? Click here to book your Portland birthday session, or call us at 971-801-0033. First 300 backdrop options are included – after that, we might need to stage an intervention for our backdrop shopping habit! 😉

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