Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Professional Photography Services in Sacramento, CA
Bill Smith Photography has been capturing life's most important moments with artistic precision and technical excellence for over 70 years. Our team of professional photographers specializes in senior portraits, family photography, school pictures, and corporate imaging, serving clients throughout the Sacramento region and surrounding communities. We combine traditional techniques with modern innovation to create timeless images that reflect each client's unique personality and story. Our studio locations in Roseville, Placerville, Sacramento, and Yuba City offer flexible scheduling options including appointment-based sessions and select walk-in hours. We maintain strict quality control throughout every stage of the photography process, from initial consultation to final print production.Our senior portrait packages include comprehensive planning assistance, multiple outfit changes, and professional retouching services. For commercial clients, we provide consistent branding imagery for businesses and organizations. We offer specialized services including photo restoration, step-and-repeat backdrops, and event photo booths for weddings and corporate functions. Our experienced team provides personalized guidance to ensure every client achieves their desired photographic outcomes. We maintain active community involvement through partnerships with local schools and youth organizations.
Services
Senior Photography
Family Portraits
School Pictures
Photo Restoration
Photo Booths
Step and Repeat
Corporate Photography
Graduation Announcements
Yard Signs
Sports Photography
Details
- Year established: 1955
Highlights and features
- We offer over 70 years of professional photography experience in the Sacramento region
- Our photographers provide personalized guidance during sessions lasting 30-120 minutes
- We guarantee yearbook deadline compliance for senior portrait packages
- Our studio maintains consistent branding for corporate and organizational clients
- We provide specialized equipment and expertise for sports, dance, and gymnastics photography
Services
Senior Photography
Our senior photography sessions create lasting memories of academic milestones. Clients choose from multiple packages ranging from basic yearbook portraits to comprehensive sessions with outdoor shoots and multiple outfit changes. We provide professional retouching and guarantee timely submission for yearbook deadlines.
Family & Children Photography
Studio and location sessions capture family milestones from maternity through toddler years. Our photographers specialize in creating comfortable environments for children while maintaining artistic composition. Sessions include multiple poses and scene selections that coordinate with clients' clothing choices.
Photo Booth Services
Open-air photo booths provide interactive entertainment for weddings and corporate events. Packages include professional attendants, customizable templates, and instant print/digital options. Travel within 50 miles of Roseville includes setup and takedown of premium equipment.
Step and Repeat Backgrounds
Custom vinyl backdrops feature logos for special events with options for pole stands and red carpet rentals. Production requires 2-3 weeks lead time with available nonprofit discounts. Available in standard 8'x8' and 10'x8' sizes with optional accessories.
Business Portrait Session
Professional studio portraits for individual and company needs include multiple image options with one retouched digital file. On-site sessions available with portable backdrop options. Proofs available for review within one business day.
Questions
What senior portrait packages are available?
Packages range from $29 Basic sessions with two outfits to $69 Graduate packages including five outfits and multiple session types. Options include yearbook portraits, outdoor shoots, and specialty sessions.
Do you offer photo restoration services?
Yes, we provide professional photo restoration November through June. Pricing varies based on original condition and required restoration work. We do not offer scanning services without restoration.
Are school photography services available?
Campus Color Studios, our school photography division, services preschool through 11th grade. We handle yearbook portraits and contract photography for schools in the greater Sacramento area.
What are your studio locations and hours?
Main Roseville studio open Tuesday 2:30-7pm and Saturday/Sunday 9am-4:30pm. Other locations in Sacramento, Placerville, and Yuba City operate by appointment only with seasonal availability.
Can I schedule a family photography session?
Yes, we offer 30-60 minute studio sessions for family portraits with multiple pose options. Location sessions available at client's property or local parks within 30 miles of our studios.
Do you provide event photography services?
We offer sports, dance, and gymnastics photography with on-location options. Photo booth rentals available for weddings and corporate events with customizable templates and instant print options.
Reviews (4)
Tanya Walker
Apr 12, 2022
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We were forced to use this service by our high school for my son's senior photos. I paid for a lengthy session and made an appointment, but still had to wait quite a while before he was seen. The photographer put him in an ill-fitting suit coat and even though I suggested it was a poor fit, she took the photos anyway assuring me that it wouldn't show up in the finished photos. Wrong. It looks like he's wearing a coat 10x too big in his yearbook senior photo.
I also paid the ridiculous $400 to get access to all the photos and was told right after the appointment to choose the 5 photos we would like retouched. We spent a good deal of time selecting the photos. I was told it might take several weeks to get the retouched photos. I called weeks later to ask why we hadn't received the retouched photos only to be told that retouching wasn't included in the package we purchased. Horrible customer service. Really bad experience.
I also paid the ridiculous $400 to get access to all the photos and was told right after the appointment to choose the 5 photos we would like retouched. We spent a good deal of time selecting the photos. I was told it might take several weeks to get the retouched photos. I called weeks later to ask why we hadn't received the retouched photos only to be told that retouching wasn't included in the package we purchased. Horrible customer service. Really bad experience.
Gary Duck
Nov 09, 2021
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Bill Smith photography was recommended by the high school my daughter attends for their senior pictures. The pictures that were taken are unsatisfactory, inadequate lighting, face dark on several pictures, no retouch done whatsoever. We had to pay for the pictures prior to seeing them, getting emailed a digital copy and release. I left 3 messages for Scott Smith, owner?, to see what could be done only to never receive a call back.
I spoke with the high school official that recommended this photographer and they emailed him requesting to contact me, that never happened either. I would not recommend this photographer that is unresponsive and provided such poor quality of photos.
I spoke with the high school official that recommended this photographer and they emailed him requesting to contact me, that never happened either. I would not recommend this photographer that is unresponsive and provided such poor quality of photos.
Traci Aoki-Tan
Sep 23, 2021
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Our school decided to use this local business compared to our normal district studio. Apparently, it's easy to overlook that you get a free digital image when you spend a certain amount. It does not populate on your "ready to check out" screen. I messaged the owner right away and they explained that I bought a high resolution image and that the free one was low resolution. I asked to keep what I had purchased but asked if they could give me a copy of my second photo in low res since I had paid the extra $30 for a digital image anyway.
I mean.they won't even honor a free item. I didn't ask for my money back. Just asked for the free item they advertised.but since I didn't click that button. I just got an email saying there was nothing they could do because they had already started to process my order. Funny, because I emailed them within a minute of securing my order and it says they can take up to 2 days to respond. I think we would have been better off going with a bigger company that can and is willing to make changes to support their customers ans what they paid for. Very very disappointed.
I mean.they won't even honor a free item. I didn't ask for my money back. Just asked for the free item they advertised.but since I didn't click that button. I just got an email saying there was nothing they could do because they had already started to process my order. Funny, because I emailed them within a minute of securing my order and it says they can take up to 2 days to respond. I think we would have been better off going with a bigger company that can and is willing to make changes to support their customers ans what they paid for. Very very disappointed.
Stephanie Campbell
Jul 22, 2021
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Went here for Sr pics. Their A/C was out and they were over booked. Amy, our photographer, was awesome, fun, upbeat and took some very nice shots. They seem awfully pricey. And one employee was a bit rude to us and our photographer. Overall an ok experience.
