May 15, 2025

Graduation Photos at Elon University: Celebrating Amelia’s Big Moment

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Graduation day is more than just a milestone — it’s a celebration of years of hard work, personal growth, and big dreams coming to life. Amelia’s graduation photos at Elon University captured that joy so beautifully, and I’m thrilled to share some of our favorite moments from her session on campus. 🎓

Amelia twirls in a white dress, holding her maroon graduation cap high in the air in front of Founders Hall and the SmartFlower at Elon University during her senior photo session.

A Campus Full of Picture-Perfect Backdrops

The campus of Elon University is full of really great spots that are perfect for Elon graduation photos, and we made the most of them:

  • Fonville Fountain (aka Alamance Fountain) — A signature Elon backdrop that adds elegance and movement to any portrait.
  • Chandler Fountain in front of the Koury Business Center — With its flowing water and timeless design, this spot adds a sense of pride and accomplishment to any graduation photo.
  • Founders Hall and Innovation Hall — Near the SmartFlower, a striking, modern solar energy structure/sculpture that felt like a nod to Amelia’s STEM background. Although it doesn’t feature prominently in her photos, see if you can spot it!
  • The Columns at Colonnades — Classic, clean lines and soft natural light made these photos feel timeless.
Amelia sits gracefully in a white dress in front of Fonville Fountain at Elon University, with Alamance Hall in the background and water jets creating a dreamy atmosphere for Elon graduation portraits.

Elon Grad Photos With A Personal Touch: Amelia’s Story

Amelia is graduating with a major in Astrophysics and minors in Computer Science and Mathematics — talk about impressive! Her long white dress looked incredible with Elon’s maroon cap and gown, giving her photos a crisp, clean look that really popped against all of that iconic Elon brick. And many of her photos feature her sorority stoll! I love this kind of personalization in grad photos!

She’s not just celebrating this moment solo either. A few of her friends joined her for her session, which added so much fun and connection to her gallery. (Want to make your grad session even more memorable? Bring a friend along and share the spotlight! It’s one my of my favorite graduation session tips…)

Amelia poses with three friends in front of Fonville Fountain at Elon University, all smiling and dressed in spring outfits during her graduation photo session.

Next up for Amelia? Graduate school! I have no doubt she’ll shine just as brightly in her next chapter.

Why Graduation Photos Matter

Taking time to celebrate your accomplishments with photos isn’t just about documenting the day — it’s about honoring your hard work and the people who supported you along the way. These meaningful graduation photos become part of your story, a way to look back and remember just how far you’ve come.

Whether you’re planning your own shoot or searching for an Elon graduation photographer, finding someone who knows the campus and can help you feel confident in front of the camera makes all the difference. I’m a graduation photographer based in the Triad and regularly photograph grads from Elon University, High Point University, Wake Forest, UNCG, UNC, Duke, and NC A&T.

Ready to Celebrate Your Graduation?

Whether you’re a senior ready to throw your cap in the air or a proud parent planning a surprise, capturing this moment is always worth it.

Book your own grad session today and let’s make some magic on campus. ✨

Scroll down to view more of Amelia’s graduation photos from her session at Elon University!

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My passion is capturing photographs of heartfelt moments for families to savor forever as keepsake memories. Whenever I'm not helping your family, you can find me loving on my own. Camping trips, boba tea, and card games are our favorite ways to connect!  

I'm Kelly

Hey!

Greensboro Family & Lifestyle Photogapher

Categories