Small Wedding & Elopement Photography in Citrus Heights
Small wedding and elopement packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Citrus Heights start at $1,800 for 3–4 hours of coverage, with 200+ edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 4–6 weeks.
Tree-lined neighborhoods, mature community parks, and easy access to the American River corridor make Citrus Heights a convenient photography destination.
Starting at $1,800
Small Wedding & Elopement Photography 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
- Small Wedding / Elopement: $1,800 (3–4 hours, 200+ edited images).
- Delivery
- Edited images in a private online gallery within 4–6 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 weddings session in Citrus Heights like?
An intimate wedding in Citrus Heights can keep the focus on your ceremony and the people sharing it. The established suburban neighborhoods with mature tree canopy and community parks gives ceremonies a sense of place, and Rusch Park, Tempo Park, and the Sunrise Boulevard corridor offer backdrops that feel intentional without being overdone. Angie provides 3-4 hours of documentary coverage: no interruptions, no awkward group-photo sessions that pull you away from your guests. She captures the getting-ready details, the ceremony emotions, and the reception energy, then uses late afternoon when the mature oak canopy at Rusch Park filters golden light across the open grass for the portrait session when the light across Sacramento County is at its most flattering. A pre-wedding planning call maps the timeline, and parking at Rusch Park and Tempo Park with easy neighborhood access keeps arrival seamless. The full gallery of 200+ images arrives in 4-6 weeks and tells the complete, honest story of your wedding day.
How much does small-wedding photography cost in Citrus Heights?
$1,800
3–4 hours · 200+ edited images
Intimate backyard weddings, elopements, micro-weddings
Images are delivered in a private online gallery within 4–6 weeks. Any travel details for Citrus Heights are confirmed in writing before you book. The small weddings overview covers each package in more detail.
Small Wedding & Elopement Photography questions in Citrus Heights
Small wedding and elopement packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Citrus Heights start at $1,800 for 3–4 hours of coverage, with 200+ edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 4–6 weeks. Packages: Small Wedding / Elopement: $1,800 (3–4 hours, 200+ edited images). Any travel details for Citrus Heights are confirmed in writing before you book.
The Small Wedding / Elopement package covers 3–4 hours on location and includes 200+ edited images, delivered in a private online gallery within 4–6 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.
Generally under 50 guests, but there is no strict cutoff. Elopements with just the two of you, courthouse ceremonies with a handful of witnesses, backyard parties with 40 friends: all of these fall into the intimate wedding category. The approach is documentary: I capture the day as it unfolds.
Yes: Sacramento County Courthouse weddings are some of my favorites. They are quick, emotional, and real. I typically cover 1-2 hours for a courthouse ceremony plus portraits nearby. Tower Bridge and Capitol Park are a short walk away for golden-hour photos afterward.
I have shot at venues throughout Sacramento and Northern California: from Vizcaya in midtown to winery estates in Lodi and foothill barns in Placerville. I am happy to share recommendations based on your guest count, budget, and style. Just ask during our planning call.
Your call. I personally love first looks because they create an intimate, private moment and take pressure off the ceremony. But if you prefer to see each other for the first time at the altar, we will build the timeline around that. Either way, you get both candid and portrait-style images.
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 weddings session in Citrus Heights?
Book & share your wedding vision
Pre-wedding timeline planning call
Your wedding day: I handle the rest
Receive your full gallery
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Natural-light small wedding & elopement photography in Citrus Heights, 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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