February marks the start of engagement season, and at GVP Studios, it’s one of our favorite times of year to photograph love in all its forms. While spring gets most of the attention, winter light is our best-kept secret. In Sacramento, the lower sun creates a soft, diffused glow that feels intimate, cinematic, and timeless—perfect for engagement photos that feel less like a photoshoot and more like a quiet moment together.

This month also brings magical midday light inside the studio. Our beauty and maternity sessions, paired with professional hair and makeup by our in-studio beauty specialist, Lisa Massey, are a Valentine’s gift you can give yourself. It’s an experience designed to feel indulgent, confidence-boosting, and deeply personal—resulting in portraits that feel refined, editorial, and true to you.

February offerings include limited winter light engagement sessions in our Midtown loft and select outdoor locations, Valentine’s mini-sessions ideal for save-the-dates or meaningful keepsakes, and early booking opportunities for 2026 and 2027 weddings. Our calendar is already filling, and now is the perfect time to secure your date and begin documenting your story with intention.