The holiday season moves fast—but your memories don’t have to. At GVP Studios, our Holiday Mini Sessions are the perfect mix of festive fun and timeless photography. In just 15 minutes, you’ll capture the joy, love, and laughter of your family against our beautiful frosted Christmas tree set for 2025. Think cozy, effortless, and stress-free—perfect for your holiday cards, gifts, and yearly keepsakes. Whether it’s your kids giggling in matching pajamas, your pup with a bow tie, or the two of you sharing a quiet smile, these mini sessions are designed to help you slow down and savor the magic of the season—without the chaos.

August was buzzing at GVP Studios with our 5-Minute Headshot Pop-Up — from polished professionals to kids heading back to school (and even a few pups striking a pose!). This is the final week to book your headshot. Next up: join us in September for Sacramento Open Studios and our in-studio art show featuring the creative use of AI in digital content.

This blog post from GVP Studios celebrates the fleeting beauty of a baby's first year, emphasizing the importance of capturing each precious milestone through authentic and artistic photography. It highlights various session types, from maternity to first birthday, showcasing how GVP Studios helps families preserve their unique stories with warmth and genuine care.

Welcoming a new life into the world is a momentous occasion, and capturing that journey is a treasure that lasts a lifetime. In the Sacramento studio, we can capture controlled studio natural light photos, then explore the local natural backdrops or vibrant urban landscapes. Whether you’re embracing the glow of pregnancy for the first time or celebrating a growing family, this ultimate guide will illuminate how to create beautiful maternity portraits that reflect your unique journey. From selecting the perfect location to choosing the belly stage, we’ll explore essential tips and inspiring ideas that will ensure your maternity photos are not just pictures, but cherished memories.

Celebrate your best friend's special day with a dog "barkday" portrait session at GVP Studios! Inspired by our beloved studio mascot, Beasley, and her 6th birthday celebration, we've put together the ultimate itinerary for a fun-filled day in Midtown Sacramento.

For the month of August, our studio is offering Back to School “Picture Day” mini sessions, and hourly studio rentals for kids portraits for this important milestone!

In the world of professional photography, having access to an exceptional studio space can be the difference between good images and truly outstanding ones. At GVP Studios, we understand the importance of a well-designed, fully-equipped photography environment—it's why we've created our own luxury studio above Antiquite Midtown in Sacramento. Now, we're opening this carefully crafted space to fellow photographers through our exclusive studio rental program.

We’re excited to offer Spring-Themed Mother’s Day Mini Sessions in our Sacramento studio! These intimate, 45-minute sessions are the perfect way to capture the love between mothers and their children, furbabies, expectant moms, and grandparents, in a stunning, light-filled setting.