Summer in Folsom is pure magic—golden light, lush landscapes, and the kind of sunsets that make you pause mid-scroll. At GVP Studios, we’re all about turning that summer glow into lasting memories with portrait sessions that feel effortless and authentic. Whether you're gathering the whole fam, updating your headshots, or celebrating a milestone, Folsom’s natural beauty (hello, Folsom Lake trails and historic bridges!) sets the perfect scene. Let’s chase the light, laugh until your cheeks hurt, and freeze-frame the season before it fades.

If you’re dreaming of a picture-perfect engagement session on the California coast, Santa Cruz Beach is the ultimate backdrop! With wide sandy shores, the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, colorful beach houses, and endless ocean views, this spot is pure magic for capturing real, candid moments with your partner.

Dreaming of romantic engagement photos or relaxed family portraits with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background? Crissy Field Beach in San Francisco offers sandy shores, soft light, and iconic views — perfect for couples and families alike!

This hidden gem near Santa Cruz offers peaceful scenery, easy access, plenty of parking, and a variety of backdrops — making it ideal for portraits of couples, kids, and dogs.

Baker Beach is one of the best places in San Francisco for adventurous engagement and family photography. With its sandy shores, crashing waves, dramatic coastal cliffs, and iconic Golden Gate Bridge views, it's perfect for anyone who loves real, playful, windswept moments captured by the ocean.

Dreaming of adorable baby beach photos? Santa Cruz Beach near the Boardwalk offers colorful, family-friendly backdrops and soft golden light — perfect for milestone sessions, first birthdays, and playful family portraits.