Small Wedding & Elopement Photography in Davis
Small wedding and elopement packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Davis start at $1,800 for 3–4 hours of coverage, with 200+ edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 4–6 weeks.
UC Davis campus, the Arboretum, downtown murals, and surrounding farmland provide diverse backdrops for every session type.
Starting at $1,800
Small Wedding & Elopement Photography 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
- 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 Davis like?
An intimate wedding in Davis can keep the focus on your ceremony and the people sharing it. The a college-town atmosphere with artistic flair and agricultural roots gives ceremonies a sense of place, and the UC Davis Arboretum, downtown murals, and the campus quad 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 Arboretum's tree canopy creates soft, filtered light perfect for portraits for the portrait session when the light across Yolo County is at its most flattering. A pre-wedding planning call maps the timeline, and campus visitor parking and spots on residential streets near the Arboretum 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 Davis?
$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 Davis are confirmed in writing before you book. The small weddings overview covers each package in more detail.
Small Wedding & Elopement Photography questions in Davis
Small wedding and elopement packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Davis 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 Davis 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 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 weddings session in Davis?
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 Davis, CA. Reach out to check availability and reserve your date.
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