I LOVE making balloon garlands for cake smash sessions, and I have done a few tutorial videos showing how I construct my balloon garlands. As cool as the garland making process is, I think DOUBLE STUFFING is way more fun! I don’t always double stuff my balloons, but I just love the variety in tones…
Welcome to the captivating world of June Bug Photography, where heartfelt moments come alive through our lens. As a passionate photographer, Melissa Jenkins had the pleasure of orchestrating a delightful “Berry Happy First Birthday” cake smash session in Mill Creek. With a berry-themed balloon garland and an adorable strawberry dress lovingly made by Mom, this…
Welcome to June Bug Photography, your go-to destination for newborn, maternity, cake smash, and family photography in Mill Creek, Washington. Led by the talented and experienced photographer Melissa Jenkins, we specialize in creating fun and memorable sessions that beautifully capture both posed and candid moments. With over 25 years of experience working with children, Melissa…
Hey there, mommas and daddies! Is your baby’s first birthday coming up? Congrats, that’s a huge milestone! And what better way to celebrate it than with a super fun and messy cake smash photo shoot? I’m June Bug Photography, and I’m all about capturing those special moments in a unique and memorable way. Here are…
I am so so beyond thrilled to be offering in studio mini sessions again this winter! I’ve taken a few years off, as I just didn’t feel comfortable having so many families into the studio in one day before we had the opportunity to be vaccinated/boosted. This year, WE’RE BACK! I have been planning…
I have upped my cake smash game this year, and I’m so loving it. I want to show off just a few of my most recent cake smash themes! Feel free to use this as inspiration for your upcoming cake smash! I’m miserably behind with posting lately! I try so hard to keep up,…
I have so many beautiful backdrop choices in studio, and I realized I don’t have a central location to showcase them all. So! Problem solved, here is a post with all/many/most of the options in studio for backdrops. I have photographed them without props/additional decor so you can see the full backdrop, but we can…
Hi friends! Cake smash sessions are one of my favorite type of sessions, so I figured I would share some things I’ve learned over the last 10 years in the business that will help you with a successful cake smash! Whether you are a photographer, a mom with a little one turning one soon, a…
I adore fall. It is absolutely my favorite season, and living in the PNW, we actually get to experience seasons! This beautiful little girl is part of my “Baby’s First Year” package, which means I get to see her throughout the year as she grows! I just love being able to meet parents during their…
Those of you who know me well know I always have about 30 weird ideas bouncing around in my head. You may also know that I have a quirky sense of humor, and A LOT OF FOLLOW THROUGH. I have a history of giving epic prank Christmas gifts. Last year, I gifted my parents a…
