University of Maryland Graduation Photography

Graduate in cap and gown walking away on a curved path with trees in background.
Graduate in white dress and red stole standing near classical columns.
Graduate in formal attire with red stole standing on campus lawn.
Graduate posing in front of stately white columned building with reflecting pool.
Black and white portrait of graduates sharing a moment near brick wall.
Group of graduates in white dresses posing together on campus walkway.
Graduate in red and white regalia smiling in dappled sunlight.
Graduate in white dress and red stole holding diploma case on tree-lined path.

It has been a pleasure these past 3 years photographing new graduates at the University of Maryland College Park. What started out as favors and practice with friends has turned into my favorite part of spring! Each year I get to meet a new group of graduates excited for the next steps following their (hopefully) amazing time at UMD.


I completed both my bachelors ('23) and masters degrees ('24) here at the University of Maryland, and my five years living on campus has proved to be invaluable as a graduation photographer. I worked as a photographer for the Diamondback my last two years, spending my free time on campus with my camera, getting to know the best locations and lighting to showcase our campus. It only seemed natural that I took grad photos for my friends.

Graduate relaxing on a reflective surface near a stately building during sunset.

First of my many graduation shoots and still the most fun I've had with a prop

It started here with my friend Tilly jumping into a freezing cold Mckeldin fountain with her pool floaty right before winter commencement (back when they still did that). That shoot is a prime example of what has become one of the key concepts in my graduation photography: the best photos come when the graduate is at the most genuine. The photos are fun, feel like them, and are a keepsake to look back on fondly.


As a photographer my job is to help the graduate get the photos that they want. While many graduation photographers end up solely walking around Mckeldin mall for those picturesque campus views, my favorite shoots happen where the graduate actually spent time on campus. I love Mckeldin, but as any student knows, there's a lot more to campus than just the mall. I personally spent my time at Iribe, Eppley, SPH, Hornbake, and Prince Frederick. I always encourage showing off the personality and originality in my clients. I've taken photos ranging from the freshman dorm where it all started, the field hockey stadium where they won a big ten championship, or the college park staple: Bents.

Graduates in matching red and white attire posing at Cornerstone Grill entrance.
Field hockey player practicing stick skills on green turf field during training session.
Athletic team member in red and white uniform poses on stadium steps.
Graduate in academic regalia holding orange cat while lying on ground outdoors.
Row of graduates in formal attire standing in front of classical columned building.

I'm excited for another upcoming graduation season. Its always a pleasure talking to the graduates, hearing about their time on campus, their studies, and what new place on campus they might show me!

Graduation photoshoot at sunset with steps and warm lighting in background.
Graduates celebrating at sunset with graduation caps raised in the air.
Graduate in cap and gown poses against green background during graduation photoshoot.
Sunlit garden path with lush green foliage and trees creating natural archway.
Graduate in red stole poses against railing on tree-lined campus path.
Graduate wearing black cap and red stole photographed from behind on tree-lined path.
Graduate in red stole and black gown poses outdoors during sunset photo session.
Group of graduates walking together at sunset in matching red and white stoles.
Graduates in white tops celebrate together outdoors during photo session.
Graduate wearing red stole and black graduation gown poses outdoors.
Graduate holds diploma while posing in natural outdoor setting with greenery.
Graduate in a white dress and red stole poses gracefully on a tree-lined pathway.
Graduate posing on balcony of brick building with white columns and ornate architecture.
Group of graduates in red and white stoles pose together for celebration photo.
Graduate in red stole poses on park bench surrounded by yellow wildflowers.
Graduate poses on concrete steps outside Knight Hall building.
Group of graduates in white outfits and red stoles walking together on campus path.
Graduate in cap and gown shows off red graduation stole while posing outdoors.
Graduation photoshoot with academic regalia against bright sky background.
Graduate in white top and red stole poses on concrete steps during photo shoot.
Walkway through lush green campus grounds with trees providing natural shade.
Black and white photo of graduates sitting on white columned building steps.
Graduate in red and white stole poses on wooden bench during golden hour sunset photo session.