Graduation season in Athens is always special, and Hannah’s session reminded me exactly why I love being a UGA senior photographer in Athens GA.

Hannah is the kind of graduate who just lights up every space she walks into. Between her joyful personality and the incredible season she’s celebrating, this session felt like a true celebration from start to finish.

She’s graduating from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing and a minor in Communications, graduating Summa Cum Laude, which is such an incredible accomplishment. Hannah is also the founder of Athens Angel Helpers, a heart-centered organization serving others in the Athens community.

And if that wasn’t impressive enough, Hannah is currently a national title holder as Curvy Miss America United States. So yes, when I say she carried herself like she had a crown that day, I mean it both metaphorically and literally.

The Chapel Bell and Herty Field Fountain

Two iconic must-get spots during UGA graduation photos in Athens are the Chapel Bell and the Herty Field fountain. The Chapel Bell has been part of UGA celebrations for generations, so stopping there during senior photos just feels right. It is one of those places that represents so many wins, memories, and moments worth celebrating.

Just a short walk away is Herty Field, with its beautiful fountain and the classic North Campus backdrop that makes the University of Georgia so special. Between the bell, the fountain, and Hannah’s joyful spirit, this part of the session felt like such a sweet way to celebrate her time at UGA.

A Session Full of Support

Hannah’s mom Amanda joined us for the session, and we also incorporated photos with her boyfriend. I always love when family or loved ones come along because graduation represents the people who supported you along the way.

Some of the sweetest moments of the session were capturing those interactions, the laughter, the encouragement, and the pride. Those are often the photos that mean the most years down the road.

 

UGA Graduation Photos at Terry and Sanford Stadium

Hannah had one location request at the top of her list, Sanford Stadium, and it is easy to see why. For so many UGA students, that stadium holds years of memories from Saturdays in Athens cheering on the Dawgs.

As we walked around campus, we also stopped by Terry College of Business, the building where many of the business and MBA classes take place, which felt especially fitting for Hannah as she celebrated graduating with her degree in Marketing and minor in Communications.

Being able to visit the places that shaped her college experience made the afternoon feel even more meaningful. From Sanford Stadium to Terry College, every stop on campus represented a piece of the journey that led to this moment.

Between her radiant personality, her crown, and the joy that surrounded the whole afternoon, Hannah’s session felt less like a photoshoot and more like a celebration of an incredible chapter coming to a close.

My Prayer for Every Graduate

My prayer for you as you leave the University of Georgia is that your future is filled with endless opportunities, deep joy, favor in your path, and a healthy family and community surrounding you wherever life takes you next.

Graduation is not just the end of a chapter, it is the beginning of the story God is continuing to write in your life.

Planning Your UGA Graduation Photos

If you want to learn more about preparing for graduation photos, the best locations around campus, and what to expect from a senior session, you can find more UGA senior photo information here:
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