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Year In Review: 2021 Grad Photos

My favorite images from the 2021 graduation photo season

By Matt Pendleton Photography

January 3^rd, 2022

Year In Review

Creating grad photos is one of my specialties. I get so much joy meeting so many exciting and interesting clients who are completing one and starting the next chapter of their life.

Scroll down to explore my images and locations from the 2021 #GradPhotoSzn.

Pets

Dogs and cats were a big part of grad photos this year. In some cases I had both featured.

Family and Friends

All my grad packages allow friends and family to join in on the fun.

Albert and Alberta Statue

The classic bronze statues of Florida Gators mascots, Albert and Alberta Gator, are a great spot for grads and their families.

The UF Arch

This location has grown in popularity and was one of the most requested spots this year! Beautiful light, especially sunsets, and the iconic UF brick: what more can you ask?

Santa Fe College Grads

I even had the honor of shooting Santa Fe grads. Congrats to Samantha!

University of Florida colleges

A growing trend from my grad clients is shooting at their college on campus.

Mucozo Tunnel

The hidden gem at the University of Florida.

Plaza of the Americas

This is turning out to be one of the best places on campus to shoot. When the football stadium is not available or even if it rains, this place glows!

Props Bring the Fun

Champagne and Confetti Celebrations

Champagne continues to be a classic tradition for grad shoots with confetti and glitter following as a close second. I always suggest bringing two bottles.

Gator Walk

Outside the football stadium on the north side sits a brick walkway called Gator Walk. During football games, this brick walkway is lined with white tents and tons of Gator fans cheering their football team into the stadium.

During grad photo season, this is line with grads to get an iconic photo in front of the stadium.

The Bull Gator Statues

Spread across campus are statues of Bull Gators. My favorite sits in front of the F-Club but each has some amazing potential.

Inside the Football Stadium

Ben Hill Griffin Stadium is beautiful inside. It's the perfect location for grads looking for that iconic Gator look. All four corners feature storied writings on the wall and the field when available is so awesome.