Here's where your grad photos look best

Where can you display your grad photos? Think outside the frame—literally!

Between the all-nighters you pulled and surviving group projects, there’s nothing like a stunning grad photo immortalizing your smile of success. Listen, the process of finishing your studies requires energy and time — an effort you have gladly put in. It certainly deserves a keepsake to mark this achievement.

Graduating from post-secondary education is a life milestone. You wouldn’t want to cap off this chapter without a photo capturing your perfect angle. Thankfully, there’s no need to look far and wide. IGNITE, through Studio Nostalgia, offers an on-campus opportunity to get your grad photo taken. The process is hassle-free and seamless. Just book an appointment and show up with a $10 deposit and your smile.

Once you’re done booking your photo session, let’s plan ahead on where to best place those awesome portraits. Here are the top locations to show off your grad photos:

Graphics of a cupcake with a cherry falling on top of it. On the background, four people are jumping with joy. — *Via Tenor*

LinkedIn is the digital space to establish your professional profile and network. With businesses and recruiters joining the platform, it has become a hub for industry discussions. Treat it as your social feed for career success. Employers are lurking on your profile. You’ve got to give them a site to see.

Adding your grad photo as a display photo can give you that perfect headshot moment for employers to notice you. You can also create a new post dedicated to your grad photo. It’s a perfect avenue to get a good recap of your post-secondary journey.

This space can showcase the exciting projects you’ve created and the skills you’ve acquired. Definitely a powerful way to highlight your growth.

Portfolio

In today’s oversaturated market, one way to help your resume stand out is to curate a portfolio. Aside from showcasing your best work, your portfolio is a great way to build your own personal brand identity. Are you colourful, vibrant or minimalist? Make your personality shine through your portfolio.

Want easy personalization? A grad photo on your portfolio can be an effortless customization. A high-quality shot with your best angle and smile can be a nice addition. Nothing says personality and professionalism like you in your academic regalia.

‘Thank you’ photo cards

A man showing prints of his grad photos with a text that reads, "I got a bunch in case any of you guys want one for your wallet." — *Via GIPHY*

Post-secondary education is incredible because you get to explore your passions and build your skillset. But aside from those, the new friends you meet along the way make this chapter sweeter for every student. Waiting between classes or doing late-night review sessions, you know these friendships are bound to last a lifetime.

Before you part ways, here’s a great idea to help them remember you. Take it to the next level by printing your grad photo with a tailored dedication on the back. It can serve as a keepsake to celebrate your friendship and give recognition to those who deserve a shoutout for their role in your post-secondary journey.

Home wall

A close up picture of a grad photo with the girl graduating mimicking her smile on the photo. — *Via Tenor*

When does one know they’ve made it? Well, one easy indicator is when your grad photo is finally up on your home wall!

Now that you’re almost at the finish line, getting your portrait taken assures you that a high-quality image will be displayed for your whole family to admire. With your photo in there, you’re making a personal achievement and creating a lasting piece of family history. Plus, you can have your family celebrate your success and share your pride in seeing a photo of you right in the place where you grew up.

Parent’s wallet

Six people looking an the camera lovingly. — *Via GIPHY*

Getting your photo taken isn’t just about you—it’s about making your parents’ hearts swell with pride at your accomplishment. Consider this: Every time they reach out for their credit cards, they get to see your grad photo and remember how far you’ve come. It’s like carrying a little piece of their pride with them wherever they go.

There’s nothing more precious than the thought of your parents showing off that photo to everyone they meet. So go ahead, capture that moment. They’ll cherish it more than words can say and you’ll always have a place in their hearts (and wallets).

Dating profile

A girl scrolls through her phone. — *Via Tenor*

Want to add a little extra charm to your dating profile? OK, this is not for the faint-hearted, but if you want to try something fun, you can mix your grad photo with those candid shots to show off your fun side. If you want to impress someone with your drive to succeed, what better way to highlight your milestone than your grad photo?

In addition, it’s a great conversation starter! It gives potential matches a glimpse of who you are and what you’ve worked hard for. It’s a seamless way to have a great talk and get things going.

Time to work the camera!

Graduates shouting joyously as confetti rains down on them. — *Via GIPHY*

What can we say? Your grad photo is quite simply multi-functional! Honestly, you can never run out of places to maximize your return of investment on these shots! It’s a timely piece that you’ll surely know where to place if you get creative.

So, book your photo session with Studio Nostalgia today to get your grad photos taken right on campus. No stress! Capture your achievement and make it unforgettable. You’ve earned it!

Feature image courtesy of Humber Polytechnic — Humber Digital Asset Management.

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