Theo Turns One | A True Colors First Birthday Session


Our True Colors Sessions are some of our favorite sessions of the year. Captured in timeless black and white, these sessions are all about photographing your children exactly as they are in this season of life. Every August, just before the start of a new school year, we invite families into the studio to celebrate their little ones and all the personality that comes with growing up.

Celebrating One


For Theo, his True Colors Session was the perfect way to celebrate his first birthday. Turning one is such a sweet milestone. So much changes during that first year, and we loved getting to capture Theo right in the middle of this fun, curious, and personality-filled stage.

Bubbles, a Crown & One Balloon


Theo showed up looking so cute and cool in his outfit, ready for his big moment. We added a few simple props to celebrate his birthday: bubbles, a crown, and a big ONE balloon. The bubbles were especially fun and perfect for his age. They brought out those sweet little expressions and gave Theo something fun to explore and enjoy during his session.

Black and white photo of a baby wearing a crown hat that says One, sitting cross-legged, celebrating their first birthday.
Black and white photo of a baby wearing a crown hat sitting on white floor, reaching out with one hand.
Black and white photo of a baby sitting on floor wearing a party hat next to a number one balloon for first birthday.

just As They Are


That is what True Colors is all about. No complicated setups. Just timeless black-and-white portraits and the opportunity to capture your child exactly as they are right now.

One day, these little details will feel like a memory—the way they looked, the expressions they made, and all the personality they carried at this exact age. That is why I love these sessions so much. I had so much fun with Theo during his session, watching him explore, play with the bubbles, and show off his big personality.

And honestly, one of my favorite parts is seeing the parents enjoy the session too. There is something so special about watching them smile and laugh as they see their little one being completely themselves.

I’m so happy and grateful that we got to celebrate this big milestone with you, Theo. Happy first birthday, sweet boy! I hope you always stay just as cool, curious, and full of personality as you were during your True Colors Session.


Black and white photo of a baby wearing a crown hat that says One, crawling on the floor during first birthday.
Black and white photo of a smiling baby boy sitting on floor wearing a denim romper.
Black and white photo of a cute toddler peeking around a white curtain wearing a striped shirt.
Black and white photo of a happy toddler boy sitting on floor in striped shirt and sneakers, smiling and looking up.
Black and white photo of a curious toddler boy in striped shirt and cargo pants standing with fist raised.
Black and white photo of a smiling baby wearing a number 1 birthday hat and striped shirt, sitting on floor.