{A Wild ONE Cake Smash Sitter Session}
There are some babies who walk into the studio and instantly set the tone…and then there’s Beau. From the very first moment, it was clear this session was going to be full of movement, laughter, and just pure happiness. Recently turning ONE, Beau is already on the move, and chasing him around the studio felt less like work and more like getting to be part of the fun! He is, without question, one of the happiest little humans I’ve ever met!
We started with a few classic, simple setups that let his bright personality shine through, including a cozy Christmas-inspired scene. But the real star of the show? His “Wild ONE” cake smash. Beau didn’t hesitate for a second…he dove right in, fully committed, frosting-covered, and absolutely loving every bite. Watching him completely devour his cake was equal parts hilarious and heart-melting, and it perfectly captured who he is right now!
And then there’s his family. I adore them all so much. Beau’s older sister brings just as much personality into the room, and when the two of them are together, my sides genuinely hurt from laughing. Their dynamic is already so fun and full of life, and it’s easy to see how much love surrounds these two every single day.
Sessions like this are such a reminder of how fleeting these stages are. One-year-olds don’t sit still, they don’t follow instructions, and they definitely don’t worry about being messy, but that’s exactly what makes this season so special. It doesn’t last long! Beau, you are pure sunshine! Thank you, Kellners, for trusting me once again to capture these joyful, chaotic, beautiful moments of your precious babies! Watching your kids grow has been such a gift to me!
Check out Beau’s newborn session (where he’s been smiling since day 1!)!
Cake: Colleen’s Creations












Welcome to the CB Blog! I’m Carissa Behounek, a photographer based in Algona, IA that specializes in weddings, seniors and babies. I hope you grab some coffee (or a margarita) and enjoy viewing my latest work and getting a little peek into my life! I’m thrilled you stopped by!




