Gatherings & Events in Davis
Event photography packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Davis start at $650 for 2 hours of coverage, with 80–120 edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 2–3 weeks.
UC Davis campus, the Arboretum, downtown murals, and surrounding farmland provide diverse backdrops for every session type.
Starting at $650

Gatherings & Events in Davis at a glance
- Photographer
- Angie Shvaya, a natural-light photographer based in Sacramento, CA
- Where
- Davis, Yolo County. Angie confirms the meeting point with you during planning.
- Packages
- Event Coverage: $650 (2 hours, 80–120 edited images).
- Delivery
- Edited images in a private online gallery within 2–3 weeks
- How to book
- Send your date, location ideas and what you have in mind through the inquiry form, or call (916) 735-6145. Angie confirms availability and the plan with you before anything is booked.
Updated October 16, 2026
What is a events session in Davis like?
Planning an event in Davis takes effort: the decorations, the food, the guest list, the venue near the UC Davis Arboretum, downtown murals, and the campus quad. You deserve to actually experience it instead of trying to capture everything on your phone. The local event package includes 2 hours of documentary-style coverage; agree which part of the celebration it will cover. She arrives at campus visitor parking and spots on residential streets near the Arboretum early, photographs the details before guests arrive, and then blends into the background for the rest of the event. The area's a college-town atmosphere with artistic flair and agricultural roots and tree-canopied bike paths, sunflower fields, and Putah Creek add atmosphere to every frame. A pre-event call maps the timeline, toasts, cake, speeches, group photos, to prioritize the moments within your booked coverage. The final gallery of 80-120 edited images arrives in 2-3 weeks. Many Davis hosts discover moments they missed in real time, which is exactly the point.
How much does event photography cost in Davis?
$650
2 hours · 80–120 edited images
Birthdays, baby showers, small celebrations
Images are delivered in a private online gallery within 2–3 weeks. Any travel details for Davis are confirmed in writing before you book. The gatherings & events overview covers each package in more detail.
Gatherings & Events questions in Davis
Event photography packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Davis start at $650 for 2 hours of coverage, with 80–120 edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 2–3 weeks. Packages: Event Coverage: $650 (2 hours, 80–120 edited images). Any travel details for Davis are confirmed in writing before you book.
The Event Coverage package covers 2 hours on location and includes 80–120 edited images, delivered in a private online gallery within 2–3 weeks.
Send your date, location ideas and what you have in mind through the inquiry form, or call (916) 735-6145. Angie confirms availability and the plan with you before anything is booked.
Yes: corporate mixers, team retreats, product launches, and networking events. The approach is the same: candid, documentary-style coverage that captures the energy of the room. I also deliver a set of detail and branding shots you can use for marketing and social media.
For most birthday parties and showers, 2 hours covers arrival through cake and toasts. Larger events or celebrations with multiple phases, like a ceremony followed by a reception, benefit from 3-4 hours. We will talk through your timeline and I will recommend what makes sense.
I keep it minimal. If there are specific group shots you want, the whole family, the friend group, the team, I will organize those at a natural break in the event. Otherwise, the focus is on real moments. No pulling people away from the celebration for forced lineups.
I have covered events everywhere from backyard parties in East Sac to corporate spaces downtown to rented halls in Roseville and Elk Grove. Indoor, outdoor, large, small: the approach adapts to the space. If you are still choosing a venue, I am happy to share what photographs well.
About photography in Davis
The UC Davis Arboretum is the standout location: tree-canopied pathways along Putah Creek create soft, dappled light that works beautifully for portraits at almost any time of day. The campus quad and library lawn are popular for graduation sessions with UC Davis students. Downtown Davis murals add color and character for more urban editorial looks. The surrounding farmland offers wide-open sunset skies.
Spring is peak season in Davis: the Arboretum is in full bloom from late February through April with flowering trees and green pathways. Fall is excellent too, when the tree canopy turns amber along Putah Creek. Summer evenings work well for sunset sessions in the open farmland east of campus. Graduation season in May and June draws many UC Davis portrait bookings.
Davis is about 15 miles west of Sacramento, typically 20–25 minutes via Interstate 80. Angie regularly shoots at UC Davis for graduation portraits and does not charge a travel fee for this area.
Prepare for your session
Angie confirms the meeting point and any photo permits with you before your date. Mention walking or mobility needs so the route fits your group.
How do I book a events session in Davis?
Book & share your event details
Pre-event planning call
Event day: I capture, you celebrate
Receive your gallery
Book your Davis events session
Natural-light gatherings & events in Davis, CA. Reach out to check availability and reserve your date.
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“Angie made us feel so comfortable from the very first minute. We were nervous about being in front of the camera, but she guided us through every moment. The photos turned out better than we ever imagined — they actually look like us.”
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Currently booking for 2026 & 2027
in Sacramento & Northern California.
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