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Graduation sessions

Grad portraits that actually look like you

Cap-and-gown and outfit-change sessions at your campus landmarks or a favorite Bay Area spot. I direct every pose, so you can relax and the photos still feel natural.

Where: On campus or iconic Bay Area locations
Best light: Golden hour for warm, soft tones
What's included: Posing direction, outfit changes, full edited gallery

Bay Area graduation portrait by Chris Solorzano

Kim stands in front of Sather Gate in a full navy graduation gown and Berkeley sash, smiling at camera during soft golden-hour light with the ornate teal metalwork arch filling the background.

Trang stands between two bronze bear sculptures near Doe Library, glancing back over her shoulder with a warm smile. She holds her navy cap at her side, doctoral regalia draped over a white dress, with Sather Tower rising behind her under soft overcast light.

UC Berkeley graduate posing on campus during golden hour for a Bay Area graduation portrait session

UC Berkeley graduate in a white dress sits on a stone balustrade waving a navy and gold stole near Doe Library.

Bay Area graduation portrait of a Berkeley grad in a white dress and blue sash spraying champagne on the lawn near Sather

Berkeley Law graduate in ivory dress and navy stole holds tam on sunlit campus rooftop walkway, Bay Area graduation portrait.

Two friends in white dresses hug and laugh under the Berkeley Law sign during a Bay Area graduation portrait session.

Bay Area graduation portrait of a UC Berkeley Class of 2024 graduate in white dress and cap leaning on Sather Gate.

Berkeley graduate in white dress and blue sash pops champagne on the lawn below the Campanile at golden hour, a Bay Area

Nine UC Berkeley graduates in black robes with teal hoods smiling together beneath Sather Gate at golden hour

Bay Area graduation portrait of a UC Berkeley graduate in white dress and blue gold sash seated in a leather wingback library

Two UC Berkeley Class of 2025 graduates in white dresses and navy gold sashes blow kisses at a Bay Area graduation portrait

Group of UC Berkeley grads in honor sashes spraying champagne on the lawn below the Campanile, a Bay Area graduation

Bay Area graduation portrait of a UC Berkeley couple in blue Class of 2025 sashes, woman on man's shoulders on brick path

Bay Area graduation portrait of a UC Berkeley grad in a white dress and navy stole spraying champagne on the lawn at golden

UC Berkeley Graduation Photos at Doe Library & Sather Gate cover

UC Berkeley Graduation Photos at Doe Library & Sather Gate

Kim leans against a stone arch pillar holding her navy graduation cap, wearing her Berkeley sash over a white dress, with a leafy campus path receding into warm golden-hour light behind her.

Kim raises her navy graduation cap under a stone archway on the UC Berkeley campus, wearing her graduation gown and Berkeley stoles, smiling warmly in soft ambient evening light.

Close portrait of UC Berkeley grad Kim in navy gown and gold Berkeley stole, smiling brightly in front of Sather Gate with soft golden-hour bokeh in the background.

Kim sits relaxed on a stone balcony railing in a white dress and Berkeley Class of 2026 stole, golden backlighting from the sun creating a warm haze, the campus sprawling behind her with Doe Library visible to the left.

Berkeley grad Kim sits on the Cal Bear statue in navy cap and gown with gold Berkeley stole, Sather Tower rising in the soft evening sky behind her, white dress and heels peeking out beneath her robe.

Kim stands centered beneath a stone arch inscribed with Latin text, wearing a navy Berkeley graduation gown and gold Class of 2026 stole, ivy framing both sides, soft dusk light filtering through the archway behind her.

UC Berkeley grad Kim stands on the grass of Memorial Glade holding her navy cap, with the Sather Tower rising into a clear blue sky directly behind her, wearing a white dress and Berkeley Class of 2026 sash in golden-hour light.

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SJSU Graduation Session

“Chris did my SJSU grad photos and I was absolutely in love with them! He is professional, knowledgeable, and knows how to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera. He guides you through the entire shoot, has a fast turnaround, and his knowledge of local Bay Area schools is helpful because he knows all the good spots to shoot at. Highly, highly recommend 😇”

Abby W.

SJSU Graduation Session

“Chris exceeded my expectations, I'm so happy I booked my graduation shoot with him! Super professional, easy to work with, and the photoshoot was fun! During the session, he made me feel comfortable and gave great direction while still making everything feel natural. My photos turned out beautiful, I'll definitely be cherishing them!”

Julianna K.

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