Graduating college is an achievement worth celebrating, and I believe everything is more fun when celebrated with friends! Whether you have the same friend group from your freshman year dorm room or find new friends every semester in each class you take, graduation photos can be even more special when they are shot with the friends you’ve come to love throughout your time in college. At the University of Alabama, I have found that the fall is the perfect time for group graduation photos– no matter if the whole group will be graduating in the fall term or not!

Many students may finish their classes early and graduate in December, making it an ideal opportunity to gather your friend group and celebrate together. What better way to commemorate your achievements than with a memorable and fun photoshoot?

The mild temperatures of fall create the perfect backdrop for your group’s graduation photos. With comfortable weather, you and your friends can find the perfect dress for your portraits without worrying about extreme heat or cold. In Alabama, the first glimpses of the autumn colors will add variety to your portraits, making them even more special.

Fall also brings quieter weekdays on campus as compared to the bustling spring graduation photo season. This allows us to capture candid moments and create stunning group portraits without the distraction of a crowded environment– or other groups in the background of your photos!

Choosing fall for your group graduation photoshoot comes with another advantage: my calendar is more open during October and November than in spring months for graduation portraits. This means you’ll have a wider range of dates to choose from, ensuring that you can pick a time that suits everyone’s schedules. I want your group portraits to be as easy and enjoyable of a process as possible, and that starts with getting them scheduled!

Even if you are a spring grad, preparing for your fall group graduation photoshoot is easier than you think! All you need are your graduation caps and gowns, both of which can be purchased in advance from the SupeStore on campus.

And, of course, no graduation photoshoot is complete without an epic champagne-spraying shot! Gather your friends, pop the bubbly, and watch the celebration unfold as we capture this unforgettable moment. It’s the perfect way to add a touch of excitement to your group portraits– and practice spraying champagne before booking your own individual graduation session!

Ready to create lasting memories with your friends? Contact me to book a fall date for your group graduation photoshoot, and together, we’ll create even more memories with your beautiful friend group!

PS: Want to know when to schedule your fall portraits? Check out this blog for more helpful tips!