CHARLOTTE, NC Milestone PHOTOGRAPhy
Capturing all the ages and stages for timeless moments you can treasure forever!
From those first moments of learning to clap to the pure joy of a birthday photoshoot, every milestone moment is a celebration of growth and discovery. Whether it’s the excitement of turning one, the fun of smashing a cake, or the big transitions of the tween years, each stage tells a unique story. Charlotte milestone photography captures these fleeting moments, allowing you to hold onto the memories that shape who they are becoming. Every milestone, no matter how big or small, is a beautiful reminder of how far they’ve come and a glimpse of the incredible future ahead.
McPherson - Supreme Smash
Williams - Milestone
Richardson - Simple Smash
Featured Client Galleries
For Charlotte Milestone Sessions
Browse the galleries showcasing the sweet ages and stages of little ones' milestone moments below.
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As this little one reached the exciting seven-month milestone, we celebrated with a sitter session capturing all the wonder of this stage. Dressed in a soft dusty blue outfit that perfectly complemented his striking blue eyes, he was all smiles and curiosity as he explored his growing world.
From the moment he sat down, his joy was contagious. We documented him mastering his sitting skills, his tiny hands reaching out in excitement, and his bright eyes lighting up with each new discovery. As he wobbled and balanced, his personality shined through in every frame, making for the sweetest milestone moments.
Of course, no sitter session would be complete without a little play! He delighted in one of his favorite toys, gripping it with newfound coordination and flashing the biggest grins as he explored its textures and sounds. And just as he’s beginning to find his rhythm, we captured his early attempts at crawling—tiny movements filled with determination and excitement for the adventures ahead.
This session was all about preserving the magic of this in-between stage—no longer a newborn, but not yet a toddler. A time of endless curiosity, joyful giggles, and the sweetest moments of growing up.
Williams - Milestone Session - 7 month Sitter
Williams
Milestone Session
7 month sitter
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The Annabelle
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In a celebration as sweet as his very first year, this little one’s Simple Smash session was the perfect way to mark the milestone. Dressed in an adorable onesie romper, he lit up the studio with his curious smiles and playful energy, set against a soft blue backdrop that complemented his joyful spirit.
We started with simple, heartfelt portraits, capturing the wonder of this fleeting stage—tiny fingers, bright eyes, and the pure excitement of being one. The minimal yet thoughtful props kept the focus on him, preserving the beauty of this moment in its most natural form.
As the session unfolded, it was time for the grand finale—his smash cake! Still in his sweet romper, he eagerly dug into the treat, making a delightful mess of frosting and giggles. His parents also chose to add on the Big Balloon, a fun and whimsical touch that made for even more playful moments and unforgettable images.
Every detail of this Simple Smash session came together beautifully, celebrating a first birthday in the most timeless and joyful way.
Richardson - Simple Smash MIlestone Session
Richardson
Simple Smash
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The Annabelle
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For this sweet little girl’s first birthday, her family chose the Supreme Smash—the ultimate way to celebrate with not one, but two unique setups, making this milestone session extra special.
We began with a few family portraits, capturing the love and excitement of this big moment. With warm snuggles and sweet smiles, these images beautifully documented this chapter for the whole family. But for the milestone portion, the spotlight was all on their little girl! Dressed in a darling green outfit, she stole the show as we focused on capturing her bright-eyed expressions, tiny details, and playful personality.
For the second setup, we created a Sesame Street-inspired wonderland, designed just for her. With fun pops of color and details celebrating her love for Elmo and Abby, this themed setup was pure magic. Her excitement was contagious as she explored the space, her joy shining through in every giggle and grin.
To top it all off, it was time for the cake smash! Dressed in her adorable overalls, she dove right in, making a delightful mess of frosting and laughter. Every moment of this Supreme Smash session was crafted to celebrate her first year in a way that felt fun, personal, and completely unique to her.
McPhearson - Supreme smash MIlestone Session
McPhearson
Supreme Smash
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The Annabelle
“Tobi was amazing while photographing my 8 month old son during his “sitter” session. She made him feel comfortable and safe, while also using her creativity and skills to make him smile for the camera. It’s clear she has a deep understanding of how to photograph children and families. I’m so glad we found her and I look forward to working with her again in the future!”
K. Williams
“Tobi was absolutely fantastic!! We booked a supreme smash photo shoot and we couldn’t have asked for a better photographer. Tobi took the time to make a backdrop that fit the theme of our daughter’s first birthday (girls just wanna be one). She HANDMADE a giant pink bow that fit perfectly for the theme we were going for and made sure every detail of the backdrop was perfect. During the photo shoot she was professional while also keeping the attention of our little one (which is hard to do because she just wants to be on the go)... I highly recommend Tobi for capturing those picture perfect milestones.”
L. Collins
“Tobi is a pro! She kept our baby entertained, changed sets/ props up smoothly, and captured beautiful moments. I will cherish these photos forever. Highly recommend!”
Heather I.
“My daughter had her one year old milestone photos with Tobi. Tobi helped us inside and immediately began explaining her tips and tricks to a successful session. She was very clear with what works to keep my baby feeling comfortable and giving directions for me which I found extremely helpful. Tobi was very fun and entertaining for my baby which kept my almost one year olds attention and spirits up and smiling for her pictures! My baby wasn’t a fan of the cake smash but Tobi didn’t sweat it and was patient as she captured those moments as well. I completely recommend using Tobi to capture your family’s big moments!
K. Palmer
cherished moments: parent reflections on milestone sessions
Celebrate Life’s Sweetest Moments in Greater Charlotte!
Charlotte Milestone & Cake Smash Session Collection
From the precious early months of capturing a baby’s journey to the joyful, messy fun of cake smash sessions—and every milestone as they grow — our Charlotte Milestone Photography Experiences are thoughtfully designed to celebrate each age and stage
Session
Capture every age & stage
Book your Milestone session now!
Session Includes:
✔️ One classic setup thoughtfully coordinated with your little one's outfit
✔️ All props provided, including benches, chairs, letters, numbers, and more
✔️ Your choice of 10 advanced-edited digital images
✔️ A professional style & planning guide to help you prepare and make your images truly shine
✔️ Online digital gallery with a print release
✔️ Child-only session (with the option to add on a family or mommy & me mini session)
Starts at $245
Perfect for celebrating all of Charlotte’s babies—through every age and stage!
Milestone
Session
Capture every age & stage
Book your Milestone session!
Session Includes:
✔️ One classic setup thoughtfully coordinated with your little one's outfit
✔️ All props provided, including benches, chairs, letters, numbers, and more
✔️ Your choice of 10 advanced-edited digital images
✔️ A professional style & planning guide to help you prepare and make your images truly shine
✔️ Online digital gallery with a print release
✔️ Child-only session (with the option to add on a family or mommy & me mini session)
Starts at $245
Perfect for celebrating all of Charlotte’s babies—through every age and stage!
Milestone
Simple Smash
Session
✔️ Two unique setups to capture every special moment:
- Milestone Setup: Sweet, classic images of your little one (plus a small set of family images if desired).
- Baby Only Themed Cake Smash Setup: A fully customized set to match your vision—perfect for an outfit change!
✔️ 10 beautifully edited milestone images with accompanying 4x5 hard copy prints.
AND
✔️ 15+ photographer-selected cake smash images, capturing both the pre-smash and smashing fun!
✔️ Professional style & planning guide to help bring your vision to life.
✔️ Access to the client closet (sizes 3–18 months) for the milestone portion.
✔️ Second outfit change for the themed cake smash.
✔️ Online digital gallery & print release for easy access and sharing.
Important Details:
🔹 Session is supremely customized to match your baby’s unique personality and theme.
🔹 Parents must provide the cake due to allergy concerns.
Investment: $545
Supreme Smash
Session
most commonly booked
What’s Included:
✔️ Custom seamless paper setup in a color that perfectly complements your little one’s outfit.
✔️ A well-balanced session that captures sweet milestone moments with number and letter props—followed by the exciting cake smash fun!
✔️ All props provided (benches, chairs, letters, numbers, and more).
✔️ 15 beautifully edited digital images to cherish forever.
✔️ Professional style & planning guide to help coordinate every detail for picture-perfect results.
✔️ Online digital gallery & print release for easy access and sharing.
Important Details:
🔹 Session is for your little one only (no parent or sibling images).
🔹 Parents must provide the cake due to allergy concerns.
Investment: $375
Let's book your supreme smash session!
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Sessions
Celebrate Your Little One’s Sweetest Milestone with a charlotte Cake Smash Session!
There’s nothing more fun than watching your baby dive into their very first birthday cake! Cake smash sessions are a joyful, messy, and unforgettable way to celebrate this exciting milestone. From curious little fingers exploring the frosting to full-on giggles as they smash and taste, every moment is filled with personality and pure happiness. These birthday photoshoot sessions are not just about the cake—they're about capturing your little one’s growing personality, big expressions, and the excitement of turning ONE!
In my Waxhaw studio, I offer two types of cake smash sessions tailored to fit your vision. Whether you prefer a Simple Smash, keeping the focus on your little one with minimal props and a timeless setup, or a Supreme Smash, which includes a custom-designed theme and an extra setup for even more variety, there’s an option to perfectly match your style.
No matter which session you choose, one thing is guaranteed—laughter, fun, and memories you’ll treasure forever! Let’s celebrate this big moment in the most adorable way possible! 🎉💕
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Cake Smash
Simple Smash
Session
✔️ Two unique setups to capture every special moment:
- Milestone Setup: Sweet, classic images of your little one (plus a small set of family images if desired).
- Baby Only Themed Cake Smash Setup: A fully customized set to match your vision—perfect for an outfit change!
✔️ 10 beautifully edited milestone images with accompanying 4x5 hard copy prints.
AND
✔️ 15+ photographer-selected cake smash images, capturing both the pre-smash and smashing fun!
✔️ Professional style & planning guide to help bring your vision to life.
✔️ Access to the client closet (sizes 3–18 months) for the milestone portion.
✔️ Second outfit change for the themed cake smash.
✔️ Online digital gallery & print release for easy access and sharing.
Important Details:
🔹 Session is supremely customized to match your baby’s unique personality and theme.
🔹 Parents must provide the cake due to allergy concerns.
Investment: $545
Supreme Smash
Session
most commonly booked
What’s Included:
✔️ Custom seamless paper setup in a color that perfectly complements your little one’s outfit.
✔️ A well-balanced session that captures sweet milestone moments with number and letter props—followed by the exciting cake smash fun!
✔️ All props provided (benches, chairs, letters, numbers, and more).
✔️ 15 beautifully edited digital images to cherish forever.
✔️ Professional style & planning guide to help coordinate every detail for picture-perfect results.
✔️ Online digital gallery & print release for easy access and sharing.
Important Details:
🔹 Session is for your little one only (no parent or sibling images).
🔹 Parents must provide the cake due to allergy concerns.
Investment: $375
Sessions
Celebrate Your Little One’s Sweetest Milestone with a charlotte Cake Smash Session!
There’s nothing more fun than watching your baby dive into their very first birthday cake! Cake smash sessions are a joyful, messy, and unforgettable way to celebrate this exciting milestone. From curious little fingers exploring the frosting to full-on giggles as they smash and taste, every moment is filled with personality and pure happiness. These birthday photoshoot sessions are not just about the cake—they're about capturing your little one’s growing personality, big expressions, and the excitement of turning ONE!
In my Waxhaw studio, I offer two types of cake smash sessions tailored to fit your vision. Whether you prefer a Simple Smash, keeping the focus on your little one with minimal props and a timeless setup, or a Supreme Smash, which includes a custom-designed theme and an extra setup for even more variety, there’s an option to perfectly match your style.
No matter which session you choose, one thing is guaranteed—laughter, fun, and memories you’ll treasure forever! Let’s celebrate this big moment in the most adorable way possible! 🎉💕
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Cake Smash
Charlotte Milestone Session Package Enhancements
Customize your Charlotte, NC Milestone session with these enhancements—
add them during booking for an elevated experience!
THe big number two
The prop is filled with your choice of up to 3 balloon colors - customized to coordinate with your child's outfit!
Add-On Family or
mommy & me
- Available for milestone sessions only
- Includes shooting time if needed & 3 additional final gallery digital images
The BIg balloon
The balloon is white and coordinates best with a colored background.
Milestone Session Package Enhancements
Customize your Charlotte, NC Milestone session with these enhancements—
add them during booking for an elevated experience!
THe big number two
The prop is filled with your choice of up to 3 balloon colors - customized to coordinate with your child's outfit!
Add-On Family or
mommy & me
- Available for milestone sessions only
- Includes shooting time if needed & 3 additional final gallery digital images
The BIg balloon
The balloon is white and coordinates best with a colored background.
questions and answers
Can I see your studio
How long do the sessions last?
What should we bring to the session?
Can family take part in the session?
What are the best ages/stages for taking Milestone photos?
Do you bundle your Milestone packages?
How far in advance should I book my session?
What is provided during the milestone session?
What are the best ages/stages for taking Milestone photos?
The simple answer is:
3 months - aka the best age and stage for tummy time and big smiles
7 months - the “sitter age” and age of sitting up, laughing, and clapping
The Big ONE Year - the final milestone of that first year.
Many parents book yearly to document all the fun ages and stages. Especially the biggest ones like- turning 5 (aka a whole hand), 10 (aka two whole hands and the beginning joys of tween life), 13 (those teen moments), and that big Milestone of graduating 8th grade and moving into those high school years!!
How far in advance should I book my session?
All sessions should be booked one-two months in advance to account for time to select your final gallery images and editing. For the more specialized cake smash sessions I remind parents that a minimum of 30+ days is required so we can plan the perfect sets. For other milestone sessions I would try to book at a minimum 3 weeks for best results.
Do you bundle your Milestone packages?
For families that want to book multiple milestone packages and document more of those amazing moments while their little one grows, I am happy to bundle a package together at a discounted rate to ensure you have memories of all the ages and stages!
I frequently recommend bundling the 7 month sitter session with a one year old session after your newborn session!
What is provided during the milestone session?
Each session is set up a little differently. Depending on the session you book, I customize the set to include props such as chairs, benches, baskets, etc and all the fun little letters and numbers you see in my portfolio. I love being able to take one more item off mamas plate so I also provide access to my growing client closet for those little sitter sessions, 3 month milestones, and even the ONE year milestones (not available for cake smash and simple smash).
How long do the sessions last?
Kids - especially super littles - have a very short attention span which is great for sessions. We move really fast, keeping the session flowing and the smiles coming. Most kids sessions are completed within 30-45 minutes but the supreme smash might take a little longer if we are including a few family photos as part of the session.
Can family take part in the session?
The supreme smash is the only session that includes a handful of family images as part of the Milestone portion of the session; however, you are welcome to add on a mommy-and-me or Family mini to your milestone session for an additional charge (family add-ons are not available for the simple smash session)
What should we bring to the session?
- Any special lovie your little one has always had - we won’t use it at the beginning of the session but it’s great to put in during the last few images for a special touch.
- Any outfit(s) you wanted to use if not using my client wardrobe.
- I ask that you bring a bottle or cup of water for your little one - they get thirsty sometimes and need a little swig
- For smash sessions you will get a customized list of items to bring but definitely the cake - for allergy reasons that must be provided by parents.
- Your diaper bag with supplies
- If your little one is teething a great bib is key to keep that outfit as spot free for as long as possible before and during the session and we can pop it on them during quick changes in the set up too
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