Toddler in black shirt and red shorts stands playfully against white background decorated with blue balloons.
Sage green and gold balloon arch with eucalyptus accents creates an elegant party backdrop against a white wall.

BIRTHDAY & CAKE SMASH Photography

TEMECULA - MURRIETA - Menifee

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"Laughing, sitting, crawling, and walking. Your baby photos capture each milestone for a lifetime."


Amy Dawnelle has been photographing babies in the Temecula Valley since 2005. She's a multiple award-winning baby photographer and a Professional Photographers of America Master Portrait Photographer. As a leader in the industry, Amy has been recognized as one of the best children's photographers in San Diego County & in Riverside County. She's known for her timeless, impactful imagery, which has brightened families' homes in Temecula and Murrieta for nearly 20 years.

Baby sits with Cookie Monster themed birthday cake on wooden floor with banner decorations. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photograp
Sage green and gold balloon arch with eucalyptus accents creates an elegant party backdrop against a white wall.
Baby girl in green outfit sits beside smashed birthday cake under Happy Birthday banner on white floor.
Baby in denim with chocolate cake smeared on face during cake smash photoshoot. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer
Cute baby sitting in vintage white enamel tub on white wooden floor.
White tulle dress with gold stars against a pastel balloon arch backdrop in a dreamy portrait setting.
Baby in 'Let's Party' shirt learning to walk with support. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer
Portrait of child wearing striped button-up shirt against white background. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer
Toddler in black shirt and red shorts stands playfully against white background decorated with blue balloons.
First birthday setup with cake and 'Mr Wonderful' banner for baby in suspenders. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer
Bare feet stand with a small baby wearing blue denim overalls between them on a light gray background.
Adorable baby in white zip-up romper sits on white wooden floor against clean background.
Holiday portrait with red, green and silver balloons creating a festive backdrop. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer
Baby in black diaper having fun playing with cake and frosting during cake smash photoshoot. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photogra
Baby in white dress celebrates with cake surrounded by pastel balloon arch backdrop.
Whimsical Valentine's portrait with red heart balloon and white dress against light background. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photo
Small feet and legs covered in cake and frosting on blue background. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer
Young dancer in a flowing mint green tulle dress with floral details poses gracefully against white background. Temecula - Murrieta - Menife
Baby in mint crochet dress sits beside rainbow smash cake under Happy 1st Birthday banner on white wood floor.
Young child in grey t-shirt and denim shorts sitting and smiling on white cube against light background. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Cor
Baby wearing black diaper smiling while playing with white cake during professional photoshoot. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photo
Child in ballet outfit twirling and dancing against white studio background. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer
Small figure in white dress raises arms joyfully against dark backdrop. Temecula - Murrieta - Menifee - Corona Photographer