Small Wedding & Elopement Photography in Folsom
Small wedding and elopement packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Folsom start at $1,800 for 3–4 hours of coverage, with 200+ edited images delivered in a private online gallery within 4–6 weeks.
Folsom Lake, the Historic District, and rolling oak-studded hills make Folsom an ideal photography destination.
Starting at $1,800
Small Wedding & Elopement Photography in Folsom at a glance
- Photographer
- Angie Shvaya, a natural-light photographer based in Sacramento, CA
- Where
- Folsom, 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 Folsom like?
For couples choosing an intimate celebration in Folsom, the focus is on what matters most: each other and the people you love. Locations near Folsom Lake, Sutter Street's Historic District, and the Johnny Cash Trail offer oak-studded hillsides, lake shorelines, and the American River Parkway that photographs beautifully from ceremony through golden hour. Coverage is documentary-style: real moments, real emotions, no interruptions. Just your day, told honestly. Angie plans around early evening when Folsom Lake reflects sunset colors and the historic district glows warm for the portrait portion, while ceremony and reception coverage follows your timeline. The pre-wedding planning call maps key moments, first look, vows, first dance, toasts, so the 3-4 hours of coverage are spent where they matter most. Logistics are simple: street parking along Sutter Street and paid lots at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area works for the wedding party and guests. The final gallery of 200+ edited images arrives in 4-6 weeks. Many Folsom couples also visit restaurants and ice cream shops on Sutter Street for a post-session wind-down for rehearsal dinners or pre-wedding meetups.
How much does small-wedding photography cost in Folsom?
$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 Folsom are confirmed in writing before you book. The small weddings overview covers each package in more detail.
Small Wedding & Elopement Photography questions in Folsom
Small wedding and elopement packages with photographer Angie Shvaya in Folsom 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 Folsom 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 Folsom
Folsom Lake's shoreline provides dramatic water-and-hill backdrops: especially at sunset when the lake turns mirror-still and reflects the colors of the sky. The Historic District on Sutter Street is perfect for urban charm with Gold Rush character: brick facades, tree-lined sidewalks, and warm storefront light. The Johnny Cash Trail bridge offers modern architectural lines against natural canyon scenery for something more editorial.
Early evening is ideal: when Folsom Lake catches the last of the sunset light and the historic district glows warm. Spring wildflowers bloom on the hillsides around the lake from March through April. Fall adds golden and amber oaks around the shoreline. Summer mornings work well before the afternoon heat, and the lake level is typically higher in spring for better waterline photography.
Folsom is about 25 miles east of Sacramento, typically 30–40 minutes via US-50. Angie shoots in Folsom regularly and does not charge a travel fee for sessions here.
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 Folsom?
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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