Portrait Sessions in Loomis
Whether it is just you in a golden field, two best friends celebrating a milestone, or a couple who wants something more personal than engagement photos — these sessions are about capturing who you are right now. Natural light, real locations, genuine expressions.
Peaceful orchards, rural charm, and foothill light that photographers dream about in historic Loomis.
Starting at $250
Portraits photography in Loomis
Portrait sessions in Loomis are about capturing you — or you and someone you care about — in a setting that feels natural and real. Sessions use the area's peaceful orchards, foothill wildflowers, and soft afternoon light through oak canopies and open spaces near the Blue Goose Fruit Shed, local orchards, and Loomis Basin trails as a backdrop, with natural light doing most of the work. Whether you are coming solo, with your best friend, or with a partner, Angie guides you through movement and expression so every frame feels effortless. Sessions run 45-60 minutes during mid-afternoon through golden hour when orchard rows create layered light and wildflowers glow warm for the softest, most flattering light. Meet at roadside parking near the Blue Goose and trail access points along the Loomis Basin and bring an outfit or two — earth tones and soft neutrals photograph beautifully outdoors. The gallery of 20-40 edited images arrives in 1-2 weeks, with minimal retouching that keeps everything looking genuine. the Blue Goose Fruit Shed and local farm stands for a uniquely Loomis pre-session stop make for a great stop before or after your session.
What is portrait sessions?
Portrait session photography captures individuals, duos, and small groups in natural outdoor settings — fields, parks, urban backdrops, and scenic locations throughout Sacramento and Northern California. Captured By Angie offers 45-60 minute portrait sessions on location, using natural light and real environments to create relaxed, editorial-quality imagery. Sessions work for solo portraits, best friend shoots, couple portraits, milestone celebrations, social media content, and creative projects. Deliverables include 20-40 individually edited images with a 1-2 week turnaround, delivered through a private online gallery. The approach is guided but not posed — Angie provides direction on movement, placement, and expression while keeping the session relaxed and natural. Retouching is minimal, preserving skin texture and genuine expressions. Photographer Angie Shvaya shoots at locations throughout Sacramento, including open fields, tree-lined paths, downtown architecture, and riverfront settings, selecting backdrops that match each client's vision and personality.
What's included in your Loomis session
45–60 minutes
20–40 edited images
1–2 weeks
On location — fields, parks, urban Sacramento, or waterfront
Portrait Sessions FAQ
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 — I send 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 — I will recommend locations based on what you are going for. I know the best spots across the Sacramento area.
About photography in Loomis
The Blue Goose Fruit Shed district and surrounding orchards are the most distinctive locations in Loomis — orchard rows create layered depth and dappled light that is impossible to find in more suburban areas. The Loomis Basin trails wind through foothill wildflowers and oak canopies. In spring, fruit tree blossoms add a soft, seasonal backdrop that brings clients from across the Sacramento region specifically for that setting.
Spring is Loomis at its absolute best — February through April brings fruit tree blossoms in the orchards and wildflowers through the foothill fields. The light through orchard canopies is exceptionally soft during this window. Fall adds golden oak tones. Mid-afternoon through golden hour year-round produces that layered, warm orchard light that makes Loomis sessions distinctive.
Loomis is about 30 miles northeast of Sacramento, typically 35–45 minutes via Interstate 80. Angie covers the Loomis Basin and will confirm any applicable travel details when you book a session here.
Booking your portraits session in Loomis
Book & share your vision
Plan your location & wardrobe
Relaxed, guided session
Receive your gallery in 1–2 weeks
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Currently booking for 2026 & 2027
in Sacramento & Northern California.