Headshots & Portrait Sessions in Davis
Headshots and portraits with photographer Angie Shvaya in Davis start at $300 for a 45–60 minute session, with 20–40 edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 1–2 weeks.
UC Davis campus, the Arboretum, downtown murals, and surrounding farmland provide diverse backdrops for every session type.
Starting at $300
At a glance
Headshots & Portrait Sessions in Davis at a glance
Updated October 16, 2026
- 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
- Portrait Session: $300 (45–60 minutes, 20–40 edited photos). Grad Duo + Headshots: Custom quote (60 minutes, 40–50 edited photos).
- Delivery
- Edited images in a private online gallery within 1–2 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.
About This Session
What is a portrait session in Davis like?
A portrait session in Davis runs 45–60 minutes on location, often starting at the UC Davis Arboretum, for one person, two friends or a couple. You receive 20–40 edited photos within 1–2 weeks.
Angie shoots on location using tree-canopied bike paths, sunflower fields, and Putah Creek and spots near the UC Davis Arboretum, downtown murals, and the campus quad: solo, with a friend, or with a partner. Sessions are timed for late afternoon when the Arboretum's tree canopy creates soft, filtered light perfect for portraits. Sessions start from campus visitor parking and spots on residential streets near the Arboretum; bring 1-2 outfits, since earth tones and solid colors work best outdoors. Gentle direction keeps things natural even if you are not used to being in front of a lens.
Booking in Sacramento itself? The Sacramento headshot and portrait photographer page covers sessions in the city.
Packages
How much does a portrait session cost in Davis?
| Package | Price | Length | Edited photos | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portrait Session | Price$300 | Length45–60 minutes | Edited photos20–40 edited photos | Best forIndividuals, duos, friends, couples, creative projects |
| Grad Duo + Headshots | PriceCustom quote | Length60 minutes | Edited photos40–50 edited photos | Best forTwo 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 1–2 weeks. Any travel details for Davis are confirmed in writing before you book. The portrait sessions overview covers each package in more detail.
Portrait Sessions
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Common Questions
Headshots & Portrait Sessions questions in Davis
Headshots and portraits with photographer Angie Shvaya in Davis start at $300 for a 45–60 minute session, with 20–40 edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 1–2 weeks. Packages: Portrait Session: $300 (45–60 minutes, 20–40 edited photos). Grad Duo + Headshots: Custom quote (60 minutes, 40–50 edited photos). Any travel details for Davis are confirmed in writing before you book.
The Portrait Session package covers 45–60 minutes on location and includes 20–40 edited images, delivered in a private online gallery within 1–2 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.
Wear something you feel great in. Earth tones, soft neutrals, and muted colors photograph beautifully outdoors. Avoid busy logos and neon. If you are coming with someone else, coordinate tones without matching exactly. Bring a second outfit if you want variety; Angie sends a style guide after booking.
Yes. Portrait sessions work for solo, duos, and small groups. Whether it is you and your best friend, you and your partner, or a group of three: the session adapts. Larger groups work better as a family or event session.
Between 20 and 40 fully edited images from a standard session. You will have plenty for social media, printing, and saving. Every image in the gallery is polished and ready to use.
Anywhere with good light and a backdrop that fits your vibe. Open fields, tree-lined paths, downtown Sacramento architecture, the American River Parkway: Angie recommends locations across the Sacramento area based on what you are going for.
Local Info
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 add classic university architecture. 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.
Davis is about 15 miles west of Sacramento, typically 20–25 minutes via Interstate 80. Angie covers Davis and does not charge a travel fee for this area.
Portrait Sessions
Have a question about a portrait session in Davis?
Send it with your date and any location ideas, and Angie replies with availability and next steps.
How It Works
How do I book a portrait session in Davis?
Step 1: Book & share your vision
Step 2: Plan your location & wardrobe
Step 3: Relaxed, guided session
Step 4: Receive your gallery in 1–2 weeks
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.
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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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