Pasadena City Hall Grad Pictures

Pasadena City Hall Grad Pictures in a Beautiful Location

If you love the look of classic architecture, open plazas and open walkways, Pasadena City Hall is an amazing setting for graduation photos. Instead of shooting on a busy campus, many graduates choose this location for a clean, timeless backdrop that works for high school, college and even graduate-level portraits.

We have photographed many sessions here and know how to use the light, angles and architecture to flatter both you and the location. Whether you are celebrating a local school graduation or gathering family from out of town, we will help you create images that feel polished but still relaxed and natural.

Why Choose Pasadena City Hall for Your Grad Photos

Pasadena City Hall offers a mix of grand spaces and smaller details that look amazing on camera. Popular areas we often use for grad portraits include:

• Main courtyard and fountain: A beautiful central space with arches, columns and classic details.
• Grand staircases: Perfect for formal cap-and-gown portraits and full-length images.
• Arched walkways: Soft, flattering light and repeating patterns that look great on camera.
• Surrounding civic center area: Extra variety just steps away from the main building.

Because everything is within a short walking distance, we can create a lot of variety in your gallery without feeling rushed or constantly changing locations.

What Is Included in a Grad Session at This Location

Graduation sessions at this location are flexible and can be customized to fit your needs. A typical shoot includes:

• Pre-session planning: we will discuss outfits, start times, and which areas you like best.
• Multiple looks: cap and gown, a dress or suit, and a casual outfit if you would like.
• Guided posing: we will give you direction so you never feel lost or uncomfortable.
• Individual and group portraits: time for solo images plus friends or family photos.

We keep the atmosphere friendly and low-pressure so you can actually enjoy the process instead of worrying about what to do next.

What to Wear and What to Bring

If you have family traveling in from out of town or a tight ceremony schedule, let us know and we will help you find a time that works with your day.

After the Session

After your session, you will receive access to an online gallery where you can view your images, choose favorites and order prints or products. Many clients order:

• Gift prints for parents and grandparents.
• Framed wall art for home or office.
• Announcement cards or digital images to share online.

We will walk you through the options so you can choose what fits your needs and budget.

Ready to Plan Your Grad Pictures?

If you love the look of Pasadena City Hall and are ready to plan your graduation photos, we would be honored to work with you. Use the contact form on this site or give us a call to ask about availability, and tell us a little about your graduation, your preferred dates and who will be joining you.

Together we will create a relaxed, enjoyable photo experience and a set of images you will be proud to share and display for years to come.