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Brendan’sPhotography

Graduation photography · Rochester, NY

Graduation photographer in Rochester, NY

Brendan Reynolds photographs college and high school graduates across Rochester and at Binghamton University. Sessions happen on campus or anywhere that means something to you, with solo portraits, diploma shots, and group cap tosses. Images are edited to keep true school colors and delivered in an online gallery.

Nine Binghamton University graduates in green gowns tossing their caps in front of the Union clock tower
Binghamton University · Binghamton NY

Who books graduation photos?

  • College seniors before or after commencement
  • High school seniors in cap and gown
  • Friend groups, roommates, and teams who want a group cap toss
  • Grad students and nursing pinning ceremonies

What’s included?

  • A planning message to pick the campus spots, timing, and outfits
  • Solo portraits plus diploma, stole, and cord detail shots
  • Group shots and a cap toss when you book with friends
  • Hand-edited images that keep your school colors accurate
  • An online gallery for downloading and sharing

How does a session work?

  1. Step 1

    Pick the spots

    Tell Brendan your school and the places that matter, like the clock tower, the quad, or the steps outside your dorm. He'll suggest an order so you're not crossing campus twice.

  2. Step 2

    Shoot in good light

    Most grad sessions are booked for the softer light of the late afternoon. Bring your gown, cap, stoles, cords, and a second outfit if you want one.

  3. Step 3

    Get your gallery

    Brendan edits every selected image in Adobe, keeping the natural color and depth of the original, and sends a gallery link you can share with family.

Tips from Brendan

  • Steam your gown the night before. Wrinkles show more in photos than in person.
  • Bring a clean, flat cap and a few bobby pins so it sits straight.
  • Book early. Campuses get crowded the week of commencement.

Recent graduation photos

Graduation photography FAQs

When should I book graduation photos?

Book four to six weeks before commencement if you can. The two weeks before graduation fill up fastest, and campus is calmer for early sessions.

Can my friends join my graduation session?

Yes. Group sessions are one of Brendan's favorite shoots. His Binghamton University group cap toss is a client favorite, and adding friends lets everyone split the session.

Do you photograph high school graduates too?

Yes. High school seniors can book cap and gown portraits at school, a local park, or anywhere around Rochester.

What should I bring to my graduation shoot?

Your cap, gown, stole, cords, diploma cover if you have it, and comfortable shoes for walking between spots. A second outfit is welcome.

Book a shoot

Book graduation photos

Share the type of session, where you'd like to shoot, and a few dates. Brendan will reply to confirm availability and plan the details with you.

Call or text
(585) 410-2831
Based in
Rochester, NY. Sessions on location.

Email or phone is required. Your details only go to Brendan.

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