Congratulations!

A Relaxed Foundation

Start with simple standing or seated positions. Chin slightly up, shoulders easy – this gives us a comfortable base to build on.

What should I wear?

To get the most out of your college graduation portrait photos, we recommend a flexible wardrobe plan. We could play with three distinct looks throughout your session:

Look 1: Professional and Polished

We'll start with photos of you without any graduation attire. This gives you fresh, versatile shots ideal for social media, resumes, and your career portfolio.

Look 2: The Classic Cap (and Extras!)

Next, we'll add your cap and stole. This is where we'll focus most of our time, capturing the iconic graduation feel. Feel free to bring any special props that tell your story – awards, sports gear, symbols of your passions!

Look 3: Full Graduation Glamour

Finally, we'll drape your gown over your shoulder for an extra touch of celebratory style. This conveys the excitement of your achievement and makes for stunning, timeless photos.

The Straight On Smile

Face the camera, with a genuine smile. A subtle tilt of your head adds a touch of elegance.

Angles and Attitude

Lean slightly, tilt your head, or use your hands and arms to create different shapes. Subtle adjustments can have a big impact!

Some ideas to play with

The Celebratory Jump: Capture pure joy with a leap in the air! Your gown flowing and a big grin makes for a dynamic portrait.

Prop Power: Hold items that symbolize your journey – a diploma, textbooks, sports equipment, musical instrument, etc.

The Relaxed Sit: Find a bench, steps, or even just sit directly on the ground for a casual and comfortable look.

Spotlight on the Diploma: Proudly hold your diploma front and center, showcasing the result of your hard work.

Confetti Burst: Celebrate in style by throwing confetti in the air around you – a fun, festive touch.

Cap Toss: Capture that iconic graduation moment, with you and any fellow grads tossing your caps high.

Colors

While school colors are a classic graduation photo choice, they aren't for everyone. If your colors don't quite match your taste, no worries! A timeless black, white, or neutral outfit creates a chic and polished look.

The beauty is, you can still incorporate your school spirit in subtle ways. Think about accessories: A scarf, necklace, earrings, or bowtie in your school colors adds a festive touch without overwhelming your outfit.

Shoes: A pop of school color in your footwear is a fun detail.

Location: Wear your school colors briefly for a few symbolic spots at school.

Ultimately, the most important thing is to wear something that makes you feel confident and amazing on your graduation day!