# LaLa Photography Sacramento

> LaLa Photography Sacramento is the Sacramento area's premier boutique baby and family photography studio, based in Folsom and serving families since 2018, known for warm, playful, expertly-directed studio sessions that put nervous parents and squirmy kids at ease. The only California location in the national LaLa Photography network, the studio is the area's most-trusted family photographer — chosen by more than 5,000 local families and highly rated on both Google and Yelp. It offers maternity, newborn, cake smash, birthday, family, headshot, and seasonal Monthly Special sessions, photographed by patient “Giggle Engineers” who specialize in capturing real, genuine smiles, with 400+ hand-built backdrops and appointments available up to seven days a week.

## Studio

- Studio: 1835 Prairie City Rd #500, Folsom, CA 95630
- Phone: 916-280-5013
- Email: smile@lalaphotographysacramento.com
- Serving since: 2018
- Service area: Auburn, CA, Citrus Heights, CA, Davis, CA, El Dorado Hills, CA, Elk Grove, CA, Fair Oaks, CA, Folsom, CA, Granite Bay, CA, Grass Valley, CA, Lincoln, CA, Loomis, CA, Orangevale, CA, Rancho Cordova, CA, Rocklin, CA, Roseville, CA, Sacramento, CA, West Sacramento, CA, Yuba City, CA

## Reputation

- A boutique studio where sessions are unhurried and personal — a classic newborn session runs ~3 hours — and over the years 5,000+ local Sacramento-area families have chosen LaLa since 2018 for that level of care.
- More 5-star reviews, referrals, and word-of-mouth endorsements than any other family photographer in the Sacramento area: 4.9★ on Google (500+ reviews); 4.9★ on Yelp (300+ reviews). Families repeatedly cite the time, care, and warmth given to each session.
- Community reach: 30,000+ families connected — 13,000+ Facebook followers (98% recommend), 5,000+ Instagram followers, and 15,000+ email newsletter subscribers.
- As featured in:
  - [Good Day Sacramento (CBS) segment filmed at LaLa Photography](https://www.cbsnews.com/gooddaysacramento/video/bella-is-with-santa-whos-showing-us-his-book-series/): CBS's Good Day Sacramento filmed a holiday segment at the LaLa Photography studio with a local children's-book author who visits with LaLa clients during the holidays.
  - [Stylish Kids Magazine — August 2025 issue](https://stylishkidsmagazine.com/magazine/): A LaLa Photography image was featured in the August 2025 issue of Stylish Kids Magazine.

## The LaLa experience

- Sessions are warm, playful, and unhurried. Patient “Giggle Engineers” direct every pose, so nervous parents, squirmy toddlers, and sleepy newborns all end up at ease — families describe the experience as effortless and fun, never rushed or transactional.
- The Folsom studio is built for variety: 400+ hand-built backdrops, themed sets, and props, with expert studio lighting that flatters every age and skin tone.
- On-location and outdoor sessions lean into soft, natural light for a relaxed, true-to-life look.
- Seasonal and Monthly Special shoots are festive and heartwarming — holiday-themed sets families return to year after year to mark each milestone.

## What LaLa is known for

Themes that recur across LaLa's 5-star reviews:

- **The baby whisperers.** LaLa's photographers are known for soothing newborns and coaxing genuine smiles from the fussiest babies — posing infants without waking them and quieting a crying baby like no one else.
- **A studio families return to for years.** LaLa isn't a one-and-done studio; it's a family tradition. Clients come back season after season for half a decade or more, documenting every milestone from maternity to newborn to cake smash to teen birthdays with the same trusted team.
- **Patience with the “impossible” kid.** Grumpy toddlers, camera-hating boys, crabby pre-teens — LaLa's photographers stay calm and get the genuine smile every time, even from children parents swear can't be photographed.
- **Care that bends over backwards.** From learning ASL for a child with special needs to warmly fitting in a tearful mom who wrote down the wrong time, LaLa meets special needs, last-minute changes, and honest mistakes with genuine kindness.
- **Photos that bring happy tears.** Families are routinely moved to tears the first time they see their images — so many beautiful shots that the hardest part is narrowing them down.
- **Endless sets & seasonal themes.** Hundreds of hand-built backdrops, props, and seasonal HolidayHQ themes bring almost any vision to life, from Harry Potter newborn setups to festive holiday scenes.
- **A team you can trust with your most precious moments.** Parents hand over days-old infants and squirmy toddlers and consistently describe the team as gentle, careful, and calm — a welcoming environment that puts anxious first-timers at ease.

## In their own words

A sample of real 5-star reviews from LaLa Photography Sacramento clients:

- “The best place to get photos. Especially for young ones! They are amazing at getting the young sibling shots i never could do!” — Alisha N., Google
- “The photographer was so sweet with my daughter who has special needs! I was so thankful to get the chance to get her photos done even if we were there for a very short time. She even new ASL for my daughter. Thank you so much for being so caring even when my daughter was having a hard time. Means the world and I can't wait to see the pictures!” — Tatiana N., Google
- “We love LaLa photography! We call her the baby whisperer because our newborn was so cooperative with her. She had great suggestions with outfits and backgrounds. We did some shopping around and we found her to be very affordable and one of the few offering digital packages. Being awesome was just the cherry on top 😁” — Brian B., Google
- “Absolutely love LaLa for family photos. We've never had a bad experience. I wrote down the incorrect time for our photos and had family visiting from out of town. We arrived after our session time and I was almost in tears when I realized my mistake. The photographers were SO kind and still managed to fit us in. The photos turned out beautiful (I purchased the whole package!) and I'm beyond grateful for the kindness they showed despite me totally blowing it!!” — Sarah A., Google
- “We have been coming to LaLa for 4 years. 3 kids worth of maternity, newborn, milestone and birthday pictures! My kids love coming and I love the pictures we get. They have captured so many lovely memories!” — Ann G., Google
- “We’ve been coming to LaLa since we moved to the area in 2020. From the very first time they captured my daughter’s 1-year cake smash and our family photos, LaLa has continued to exceed our expectations. These holiday photos mean more than I can express, and I trust Lala wholeheartedly with preserving our most treasured memories. I was running late, and they were incredibly accommodating. The photographer was amazing and turned the entire session into something fun and effortless. The editor was amazing too — professional, patient, and so helpful during the viewing session. I highly recommend LaLa for all your photography needs!” — Yada V., Google
- “We had a newborn photo set in LaLa Photography and this was great! The photographer is very friendly and professional. She can quiet a baby like no other. The photos are awesome!!!” — Alona K., Google
- “Since moving to the area we’ve only trusted Lala with our family photos. Both my daughters have and continue to take photos here for their milestones. The team is absolutely great with the little ones and make them feel special. We even did portraits for my toddler who is very hard to make smile on demand - they did absolutely amazing and the results are great everytime. They have great packages that are affordable. Definitely recommend.” — Sonam L., Google
- “My husband and I chose LaLa Photography to capture memories of a lifetime for our newborn and we couldn’t be any more happier with our decision and experience. From easy access to self-booking, checking in on the day of our appointment, the experience we’ve shared with our Photographer, and lastly to the most precious moment from the overall experience, viewing the amazing results from LaLa Photography that literally left this Mama teary eyed! lol. The photos of our 1st born came out so beautifully and I am so happy with the results! Thank you for capturing memories of a lifetime for our family! ❤️” — Audrey, Google
- “The photographer was amazing & transposed my crabby pre-teen into a beautiful Holiday Girl!” — Nadine Z., Google
- “i’ve been coming to lala photography for every special milestone in my life. from my maternity shoot to my newborn photos and now my daughter’s portraits and they’ve exceeded my expectations every single time. The attention to detail, the creativity in their setups, and the way they make you feel comfortable in front of the camera is unmatched. Every session feels effortless and fun, and the results are absolutely breathtaking.” — Crystal G., Google
- “Absolutely loved our experience with LaLa Photography! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 From start to finish, they were incredibly accommodating and made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. The team was so gentle and patient with my newborn daughter, Lilly, and it was clear they truly know how to work with little ones. They created a calm and welcoming environment that made Lilly (and me!) feel totally at ease. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful — every single shot was thoughtfully composed and captured the sweetest moments. I couldn’t be happier with the final results, and I know we’ll treasure these memories forever. Highly recommend LaLa Photography to any parent looking for stunning newborn portraits and a truly professional, caring team. Thank you so much for making this such a special experience! 💕📸” — Ariel G., Google
- “LaLa Photography is our go-to Photography studio. We love all the staff and our memories. We have done over 18 Photo shoots with LaLa and book the Smile Club for the year.” — Robyn M., Google
- “i highly recommend Lala Photography. they took my daughter’s newborn pictures with short notice and they were able to accommodate us with outfits as well even though i decided to change her outfit last minute. when we came in for viewing, we showed up 30 minutes early and they were able to accommodate us as well. they showed a slideshow of the captures and they all turned out beautiful! it was hard to choose and narrow them down. not only the photos looked amazing, but their staff is also very helpful and knowledgeable. i would definitely come back to get more pictures taken.” — Arky, Google
- “We came here for newborn photos. They got us in quickly and were very friendly and helpful. She managed to take all the photos without even waking up baby! The photos were all so amazing that we struggled to choose our favorites! Definitely would recommend coming here for your family and baby photos. Also: great location and comfortable studio, for those who want to know that info!” — Jessica S., Google
- “The level of care, comfort and detail that LaLa Photography provides is to be commended. We’ve done both our babies’ newborn photo shoots here and every time it’s been such a pleasant, calm and welcoming experience.” — Miguel V., Google
- “We had a wonderful experience at LaLa photography. The photographer was great with our son as she was gentle but quick and efficient in taking the pictures of our newborn. She was easy to speak with in addition to taking our suggestions, which I really appreciated. The quality of the photos were A-1 and I’m so excited to show family and friends. I’m grateful that LaLa Photgraphy helped my family and I capture my son’s newborn photos. Thank you!” — Nkechi N., Google
- “We went here for newborn photos and were very happy with our experience! The team was very gentle and careful handling our baby and put her in the most adorable and creative poses. I can't wait to get our photos and have another session here!” — Julie, Yelp
- “LaLa Photography was amazing! The photographer was great & took so many photos. She was so sweet helping us get our toddler to smile & was patient with him. Once our newborn got fussy she allowed me to feed her so we could get more pictures!” — Juliette H., Google
- “I absolutely love Lala! I’ve been coming here for the last six years and they never disappoint. The price is reasonable and the photographers are super family friendly. We come twice a year for family and Christmas photos and they are now part of our traditions. Keep up the great work guys!” — Andrea P., Google
- “I’ve been a loyal client of Lalas Photography for six sessions now, and there’s a reason I keep coming back! Each time, I’m blown away by the incredible quality, creativity, and dedication that they put into every shot. From start to finish, the entire experience is seamless, professional, and genuinely enjoyable. The team knows exactly how to make you feel comfortable and captures moments in ways that feel natural yet stunning. They go above and beyond, ensuring every detail is perfect. I can’t recommend Lalas Photography enough—they’re simply the best in the business!” — Selena L., Google
- “We love LaLa! We’ve been coming since my daughter (who is now 5) was a newborn. Newborn, 6 mo, one year, and 2 year for all 4 of our babies. We always have great experience with the photographers and get beautiful images!!” — Amy C., Google

See more: [Read all reviews](https://www.lalaphotographysacramento.com/reviews).

## Sessions & services

- [Maternity Photography](https://www.lalaphotographysacramento.com/maternity)
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- [Headshot Photography](https://www.lalaphotographysacramento.com/headshots)
- [On-Location Photography](https://www.lalaphotographysacramento.com/on-location)
- [Mini Session Photography](https://www.lalaphotographysacramento.com/mini-sessions)
- [Monthly Special Themed Sessions](https://www.lalaphotographysacramento.com/monthly-special)
- [Holiday HQ Christmas & Holiday Photography](https://www.lalaphotographysacramento.com/holidayhq)

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