Graduation Photography
St Andrews 2026
As a St Andrews graduate and professional portraits photographer, I have captured the unforgettable moments of graduations across Fife and Edinburgh for the past four years. Specialising in St Andrews graduations, I have photographed over 50 graduates in this Scottish seaside town, and know all the classic backdrops locations as well as the hidden gems. This allows me to make each graduation shoot unique and personally tailored to the graduate’s experience at St Andrews.
Sessions can be booked in different lengths depending on what locations around town you want to visit during your shoot, with details of what is included in each package listed below. If you have any ideas that aren’t covered by the existing packages, please don’t hesitate to reach out and we can tailor a session that covers exactly what you are looking for. Regardless of session length, family and friends are always welcome to join!
It would be my absolute pleasure to help you capture the special memories of your St Andrews graduation day this summer. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions at all, or have a look at the FAQs below.
I look forward to hearing from you!
A quick and polished session around St Salvator’s Quad, perfect for those looking for some classic St Andrews backdrops on a tight schedule. Possible locations include:
St Salvator’s Quad: Up to 6 different backdrops within the quad.
15-minute Session
Price: £55
A longer session for those wishing to cover more than one location around central town, for a more personalised shoot. Possible locations include:
St Salvator’s Quad: Up to 4 different backdrops within the quad.
St Salvator’s Hall Gardens and Lawn
St Mary’s Quad
30-minute Session
Price: £85
The longest session that offers maximum flexibility and personalisation. This is ideal for larger groups and for a relaxed shoot across multiple locations in town, including the cathedral, pier, and beach. Possible locations include:
St Salvator’s Quad and Hall
St Mary’s Quad and the Byre Theatre OR Laidlaw Music Centre
The Cathedral, Harbour, Pier, and West Sands OR Castle Sands
60-minute Session
Price: £130
Frequently Asked Questions
St Andrews Graduation Photography
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Your graduation photos will be taken at a range of beautiful locations around St Andrews, tailored to your preferences and the length of the session you book.
Popular locations across different sessions include St Salvator’s Quad, St Salvator’s Hall and Chapel, St Mary’s Quad, St Andrews Cathedral, and East Sands. We’ll choose locations that suit your style, timing, and how you’d like your graduation experience to be captured.
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Absolutely! Family and friends are very welcome to join your graduation photoshoot. There’s no limit on numbers, and pets are welcome too!
If you’re planning a larger group, it’s worth considering a slightly longer session to make sure there’s enough time to capture a relaxed mix of group photos and individual moments.
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What you wear for your graduation photos is completely up to you and can reflect your personal style. For the graduation ceremony itself, you’ll be required to wear academic dress, as set out by the University of St Andrews.
Most graduates choose to also wear academic dress for the photos, as this avoids the need to change during the day and gives the classic graduation look!
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Graduation gowns are provided by the University of St Andrews, so I don’t supply gowns directly. You can find full details on how to book, collect, and return your gown on the University’s official graduation website.
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We’ll meet just outside the entrance to St Salvator’s Quad, by the PH on North Street. Once your booking is confirmed, you’ll have my contact details so we can easily get in touch on the day.
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No need to worry! This is something we’re well prepared for in Scotland. I work with professional equipment that’s protected against rain, and I know a variety of covered and sheltered locations around St Andrews that still provide a classic and timeless backdrop.
Whether it’s sunshine or rain, your graduation photos will still look natural, elegant, and true to the town.
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Graduation photography sessions in St Andrews often start booking up as early as January, so I recommend booking as soon as possible to secure your preferred time slot.
If you’re booking closer to your graduation date, it’s still worth getting in touch, there may still be slots available. However, early booking gives you the best choice of times and helps ensure everything fits perfectly around your day.
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You can book your graduation photography session directly through my booking page on this website. If you’d prefer to get in touch first, you’re also welcome to email your booking request tolouise@anderbjorkphotography.com.
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Graduation photography pricing depends on the session length you choose. My available packages are:
15-minute session – £50
30-minute session – £70
60-minute session – £110
Each session offers a relaxed experience, with professionally edited photos returned to you within 10 working days, and unlimited digital access to your final images. Full details of what’s included in the different sessions can be found above.
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St Andrews graduation ceremony lengths can vary slightly depending on the school. To be safe, I recommend allowing around 1.5 hours from the ceremony start time until you’re back outside in the quad and ready for photos.
You’ll also need to arrive at Younger Hall around 45 minutes before the ceremony begins. Gowns are collected in the morning and returned in the afternoon, which gives plenty of flexibility to schedule a photoshoot either before or after the ceremony without feeling rushed.
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Your graduation photos will be delivered within 10 working days of your graduation day, although they’re often ready sooner. This timeframe allows me to carefully edit each image while accommodating the busy graduation period.
The edited photos will be sent to you in a digital format, ready to download and share with friends and family.
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Yes, you can reschedule your graduation photoshoot up to two weeks in advance. While I’ll always do my best to accommodate changes, availability can be limited close to graduation week, so alternative slots can’t be guaranteed.
If you’d like to transfer your booking to someone else, this can be arranged up to one week in advance.
