Celebrate your graduation with a photoshoot that shares your story, personality, and all the amazing memories you've made at University

Celebrate your graduation with a photoshoot that shares your story, personality, and all the amazing memories you've made at University

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You studied hard, maybe partied a little bit harder, and now it's time to celebrate your accomplishments with an unforgettable grad photo experience. Whether you're booking your graduation photos solo or with a group of friends, we're here to help you capture and remember your time at The University of Guelph as you start the next exciting chapter of your life.

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"I had so much fun with Ariana at our grad photo shoot. She is truly the best hype woman, and the whole experience was so seamless and fun🫶"

"My roomates and I got our grad photos taken by Ariana. She made us feel so comfortable and had us laughing the entire time. It was an absolutely wonderful experience and the photos look amazing! We could not recommend her enough!!"

"We couldn’t be more happy about the photos and experience. I highly recommend Ariana and her team. You will not only have the most beautiful photos but also a fun and memorable experience 💗"

"her passion for capturing the special moments shows. I am fairly camera shy but she got me to feel right at home!"

We had a pretty large group and she was super accommodating with letting us pick the locations and poses we wanted to do. All the pictures turned out amazing, would definitely recommend!!! :)

Graduation is just the beginning. We’re honoured to photograph our grads again for life’s next milestones, from engagements and weddings to proposals, business launches, and rebrands!

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Since 2016, we’ve created artistic, fun grad photos that celebrate your accomplishments, friendships, and time on campus. With expert posing and direction, we know how to make every grad feel confident in front of the camera.

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Taking Graduation photos

With 850+ grads photographed, we know exactly how to make you look and feel your best! Years of experience as portrait photographers mean you can step in front of our cameras knowing you’re in good hands.

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We've both done the whole student thing so we totally get that you've got A LOT on your plate during your last year of university. That's why we offer an all-inclusive photoshoot experience. We provide all of your gowns and hoods for you, send you a comprehensive photoshoot guide before the session, and even bring a complimentary bottle of champaign for you to use during your session!

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We're Ariana and Alex!

We're a wife and hubby photographer duo that specialize in capturing you as your absolute best self. Alex graduated from UoG with a BAH in Studio art in 2021. Ariana transferred from York to Guelph to complete her degree. It's safe to say that we have a deep, personal connection to this school, which makes it even more nostalgic when we can come back to campus and shoot graduation photos for other grads!


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frequently asked questions

how long does it take to receive the photos?

We send a sneak peek of 10-15 photos within 48 hours of your photoshoot. You will receive the remaining edited photos within 6-8 weeks of your session.

do you have grad gowns and hoods?

Yes we do! We own a large number of gowns and bachelor hoods (in most colours). Hoods and gown rentals are included with all of our shoots. During the booking process you will send us your height & program info so that we can have the proper regalia prepared. We will bring your gowns and hoods to your photoshoot.

what if the weather is bad on my session day?

We keep a close eye on the weather forecast during the week of your session. If there's likely to be inclement weather that would affect your photoshoot we will be in contact via email/text to reschedule to another available day. 

who will be my photographer for the photoshoot?

Ariana is our main photographer for sessions on campus. Alex will also be the lead photographer for some sessions during our busy October weeks. Alex does the photography for any indoor headshot sessions. For groups of 8+, both Ariana and Alex will be there to take photos.

how does payment work for group sessions?

We will send an invoice along with all documents to the person who sent in the booking request. They will be our main point of contact. 50% of your session total must be paid in order to book your photoshoot, and the remaining 50% is due on the session day. We accept online payment via e-transfer or credit card. All payments must come through the person who sent the booking request. 

how far in advance should i book my grad photos?

We recommend getting in touch with us no later than 1 month before your desired photoshoot date. For sessions in October we recommend starting the booking process in August or early September. Don't hesitate to contact us in October. Dates will be limited, but we will do our best to get one of our team members to do your session.

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