Senior Portraits & Graduation Photos in Citrus Heights
Senior portraits and graduation photos with photographer Angie Shvaya in Citrus Heights start at $500 for a 45–60 minute session, with 40–60 edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 2 weeks.
Tree-lined neighborhoods, mature community parks, and easy access to the American River corridor make Citrus Heights a convenient photography destination.
Starting at $500
Senior Portraits & Graduation Photos in Citrus Heights at a glance
- Photographer
- Angie Shvaya, a natural-light photographer based in Sacramento, CA
- Where
- Citrus Heights, Sacramento County. Angie confirms the meeting point with you during planning.
- Packages
- Graduation Session: $500+ (45–60 minutes, 40–60 edited photos). Grad Duo + Headshots: Custom quote (60 minutes, 40–50 edited photos).
- Delivery
- Edited images in a private online gallery within 2 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 graduation session in Citrus Heights like?
Graduation portraits in Citrus Heights can connect your milestone with familiar surroundings. The established suburban neighborhoods with mature tree canopy and community parks gives sessions a sense of place that studio shots cannot replicate, and shaded park trails, open meadows, and oak-lined residential streets offer variety within a short walking distance. Angie plans each session around late afternoon when the mature oak canopy at Rusch Park filters golden light across the open grass, when the light in Sacramento County is warm and directional: flattering on camera and impossible to recreate with flash. Graduates typically meet at parking at Rusch Park and Tempo Park with easy neighborhood access and spend 60 minutes moving through multiple setups. Cap and gown first, then casual outfits that reflect your personality. Siblings, friends, or parents are welcome for the final 10 minutes. The finished gallery of 40-60 images arrives within two weeks, and each one is individually edited to match Captured By Angie's signature warm, natural style. Bonus: restaurants and coffee shops along Sunrise Boulevard and Greenback Lane for a post-session stop are an easy post-session stop.
How much does graduation photography cost in Citrus Heights?
$500+
45–60 minutes · 40–60 edited photos
High school seniors, college grads at Sacramento landmarks
Custom quote
60 minutes · 40–50 edited photos
Two grads (or a grad + a friend) wanting cap-and-gown portraits plus polished professional headshots in one shared 60-minute session
Images are delivered in a private online gallery within 2 weeks. Any travel details for Citrus Heights are confirmed in writing before you book. The graduation photos overview covers each package in more detail.
Senior Portraits & Graduation Photos questions in Citrus Heights
Senior portraits and graduation photos with photographer Angie Shvaya in Citrus Heights start at $500 for a 45–60 minute session, with 40–60 edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 2 weeks. Packages: Graduation Session: $500+ (45–60 minutes, 40–60 edited photos). Grad Duo + Headshots: Custom quote (60 minutes, 40–50 edited photos). Any travel details for Citrus Heights are confirmed in writing before you book.
The Graduation Session package covers 45–60 minutes on location and includes 40–60 edited images, delivered in a private online gallery within 2 weeks. Other options: Grad Duo + Headshots, Custom quote.
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.
Spring is the most popular, March through May, because the light is warm and campus is in full bloom. But Sacramento has great shooting conditions almost year-round. If you want fall foliage or summer golden hour, those work too. Just book early for spring dates since they fill fast.
Yes, and I recommend it. Most grads bring a cap & gown look plus one or two casual outfits. We will plan quick change spots at your location so transitions feel seamless. Three outfits is the sweet spot for a 60-minute session.
You can request a graduation session at UC Davis, Sacramento State, Sierra College, ARC, or another local campus. Share the landmarks you want to include so we can confirm access, walking time, light, and any photography permissions before choosing the route.
Four to six weeks is ideal, especially for spring sessions. If you are a planner, inquiring two to three months out gives us more time to find a suitable date. Last-minute sessions happen when my schedule allows, but the best golden-hour time slots go first.
About photography in Citrus Heights
Rusch Park is a local favorite: mature trees, open grass, and a community garden area that photographs beautifully in afternoon light. Tempo Park offers quieter, more intimate settings with oak canopy and picnic areas. For something more natural, the nearby Sunrise Boulevard corridor connects to American River Parkway access with canyon views and wildflower-lined paths in spring.
Spring and fall are ideal. March through May brings green grass and blooming trees throughout the parks. October and November offer golden oak canopy and comfortable temperatures for longer sessions. Summer works well for golden hour shoots when the evening cools off.
Citrus Heights is about 15 miles northeast of downtown Sacramento, roughly 20–25 minutes via Interstate 80 or Sunrise Boulevard. Angie covers Citrus Heights regularly 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 graduation session in Citrus Heights?
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