Elon University Senior Photographer
You got an acorn at Convocation. In May you'll walk out of Baccalaureate holding an oak sapling. Everything in between happened on these brick paths, and your senior portraits should look like it.
What you'll want to remember is your people, the places you made yours, and how it felt to be here. What your family wants is something to hold onto: an album they'll actually open and a photograph on the wall long after move-out day. My sessions are made for both. Honest photographs of who you are right now, finished as heirlooms that last.
Three ways to make it yours
Every session runs up to 90 minutes. Choose campus, my studio in downtown Gibsonville about ten minutes away, or a little of both.
On campus
Cap and gown if you want it, your own clothes if you don't. We'll go to the spots that were yours, mostly real moments with a few polished frames mixed in.
In the studio
My studio is ten minutes from campus. Clean backdrops, soft light and no weather to worry about. Plenty of seniors split their time between campus and the studio.
With your friends
A full session built around your group. Bring your roommates, your team or your closest friends, and we'll make portraits of each of you plus plenty of all of you together.
A few extras
Bring the champagne, the pennant, your parents and the whole crew. If it's part of your Elon story, it belongs in your session.
The campus guide
Elon's campus is a designated botanical garden, which is why it photographs so well in every season. These are the spots seniors ask for most, plus the one that's just yours.
Fonville Fountain
The classic, in front of the Alamance Building. Most Elon grads want it in at least one frame.
Under the oaks
Brick paths, tall oaks and soft shade. Where Baccalaureate happens and every senior is handed an oak sapling.
The ELON letters
Bold, bright and a little bit fun. Great for a cap toss or a photograph with friends.
Spring blooms
Late March and April turn the whole campus into a garden. Worth planning around.
Columns and brick
White columns, arched windows and long brick lines. Clean and classic in soft light.
Your spot
The bench, the residence hall, the brick with your name on it. If it mattered, we'll go there.
The class of 2027 calendar
Spring weekends go first. If you're graduating in May, plan on booking by February.
- October to November
Fall sessions
Fall color, a quieter campus, and done before finals.
- January to February
Spring dates book up
Weekends in late March and April fill first.
- March to April
Spring sessions
Dogwoods, green lawns, and cap and gown in hand.
- Tuesday, May 18
Senior Baccalaureate
Numen Lumen, under the oaks, where every senior receives an oak sapling.
- Friday, May 21
Commencement in Schar Center
The official photographer covers your walk across the stage. Your portraits are already done, so the day is just for celebrating.
How it works
The planning
A quick call about locations, outfits, who's joining, and the look you want. A wardrobe guide follows.
The session
Up to 90 minutes on campus, at the studio, or both. I'll guide you through it, so you never have to wonder what to do with your hands.
The reveal
About a week later, at the studio or over Zoom, so family in another state can be part of it.
The delivery
Albums and wall art arrive at your door, with your digital files alongside.
Investment
Covers the planning call, styling guidance, and up to 90 minutes on campus, at the studio, or both. $50 of it holds your date.
Albums, wall art and digital collections are chosen at the reveal, after you've seen every photograph. Most Elon families invest between $500 and $2,500, and many book the session as a graduation gift.
I always feel awkward with posing but Alison guides you the whole way through… I've never felt more beautiful in photos!Google review
Hey, I'm Alison
I grew up on this campusElon has been part of my life for as long as I can remember. As a kid it meant fishing and walks. Then came class events with Elon Elementary, and later my own prom photos on these same brick paths.
I've been photographing people since 2011, and Elon sessions have been part of every stage of that journey. So when I say I know this campus, I mean it's a little bit mine too. I'd love to help you remember the version of it that's yours.
Elon senior questions
How much do Elon senior portraits cost?
When should I book my Elon senior session?
Where on Elon's campus do you photograph?
Can I book a session with my friends?
Do I need to wear my cap and gown?
I'm awkward in front of a camera. Will that be a problem?
My family lives out of state. Can they be involved?
What if it rains?
How is this different from GradImages or yearbook photos?
Do you photograph Elon graduate and law students?
Fall dates are open now and spring weekends go first. Your date is held with a $50 retainer, and the planning call comes right after.
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