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college seniors

Seven seniors standing on the steps of Wyatt Center at Vanderbilt University, popping bottles of champagne while laughing
College seniors wearing white dresses standing on the steps of Wyatt Center at Vanderbilt University, spraying celebratory bottles of champagne while laughing
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Just because college was a blur

doesn't mean your photos should be.

because Four years of late nights, big wins, questionable decisions, lifelong friendships, and one very big accomplishment deserves more than a few quick snapshots lost in the middle of your camera roll.

College graduation is a huge deal. Seriously. Roughly 3 in 10 students don't make it to a bachelor's degree. You did! So yeah—graduation is kinda a big deal that you should definitely make an even bigger one!

Your senior photos should feel like a celebration of everything you've accomplished—not another thing you squeeze between class, work, a group chat crises, and the 47 other things currently occupying your never-ending to-do list.

Ivory Door Studio makes the whole experience effortless—from reserving your session online, to pre-session tips, & guided posing. We even deliver your final, retouched portrait gallery before your diploma even arrives!

So, go ahead and can skip the awkward poses, forced smiles, and panicked “what am I supposed to do with my hands?” moments.

Choose to show up, have fun, and celebrate with confidence—because you done did the thing, you goal-getter!!

College graduation is a huge deal. Seriously. Roughly 3 in 10 students don't make it to a bachelor's degree. You did! So yeah—graduation is kinda a big deal that you should definitely make an even bigger one!

Your senior photos should feel like a celebration of everything you've accomplished—not another thing you squeeze between class, work, a group chat crises, and the 47 other things currently occupying your never-ending to-do list.

Ivory Door Studio makes the whole experience effortless—from reserving your session online, to pre-session tips, & guided posing. We even deliver your final, retouched portrait gallery before your diploma even arrives!

So, go ahead and can skip the awkward poses, forced smiles, and panicked “what am I supposed to do with my hands?” moments.

Choose to show up, have fun, and celebrate with confidence—because you done did the thing, goal-getter!!

nashville college senior photographer

well hello there soon-to-be college grad!

I'm Mahlia and I help Nashville College Seniors
graduate in STYLE! 

I’ve been a trusted Nashville photographer for over 15 years and have worked with 500+ clients across 11 states and 3 countries. My collegiate years were unforgettable, so I dedicated my studio to celebrating college grads—like you!

MEET MAHLIA
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Swirled multicolored pom pom garlands graphics in bright orange yellow pink
Swirled multicolored pom pom garlands graphics in bright orange yellow pink

You're in the Right Place if you want...

An experienced, insured, & reputable grad photographer

fun, natural,
semi-guided posING

A STRESS-FREE SESSION FILLED WITH LAUGHTER

CONTROL TO SELECT YOUR OWN FAVORITE PHOTOS

"Choosing Ivory Door Studio was the easiest decision."

"Choosing Ivory Door Studio was the easiest decision."

Middle Tennessee State University Dance Team graduation photoshoot outside library, wearing graduation stoles
Senior in white dress sitting on steps wearing Alpha Delta Pi stole
Vanderbilt University steps of Wyatt Center Senior girl holding sorority stole for graduation
Graduation photo of Zeta Tau Alpha senior standing outside of the Wyatt Center at golden hour with her sorority swag
Before photo of nursing graduate on Trivecca campus
Trevecca ortho graduating senior at bell tower at golden hour
Before photo for Kent State senior inside a private home for her photoshoot
Online school graduate Nashville photoshoot inside historic home. Senior is holding her grad stole
Senior wearing Master's grad attire on the Vanderbilt Law school front steps
After of the photo of senior on the front steps of the Vandy law school
Master's student walking outside Wyatt Center, original unedited image
Edited image of Master's student walking outside Wyatt Center
Edited image of Master's student walking outside Wyatt Center
Edited image of Master's student walking outside Wyatt Center
Edited image of Master's student walking outside Wyatt Center
Edited image of Master's student walking outside Wyatt Center
Go From This
 To This
You deserve to be the main character.

Retouching is included. Always.




Your graduation photos are about you—not the random students walking behind you, the parking sign over your shoulder, or the blemish that decided to make an unwelcome appearance on picture day.

Professional retouching is always included. We'll clean up the little things that don't belong, so you can look back and see yourself exactly as you want to be remembered: confident, happy, and celebrating harder than Bid Day.

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College senior leaning against the Reed Memorial bell tower at Trevecca UniversitySenior wearing white dress and graduation cap smiling at camera during golden hour on Belmont University campusMTSU Senior dancing outside the campus library with her graduation stoleBelmont University campus. senior sitting on stairs smiling over her shoulderSenior walking at sunset on the MTSU campus holding robe over shoulder and smiling back at cameraClassic senior graduation photo on the stairs at Vanderbilt University. Senior wearing white dress smiling at camera with cap in her hand.Ortho degree senior with stethoscope sitting at a table on Trevecca campusSenior male wearing a suite standing beside an airplane at the MTSU aviation collegeMTSU senior wearing Phi Kappa Phi stole, cords, and medalKent State graduate photoshoot in a private residence in Nashville. Vanderbilt senior girl wearing robe and popping her heel in the air with cap high aboveAOII MTSU college senior photo at golden hour, girl smiling over her shoulder wearing a blue stoleCollege senior wearing graduation attire at sunset with off camera flashCollege senior wearing white dress and walking toward the Medical College at Belmont, holding her cap with red stole floating in the windMTSU senior wearing all her graduation attire and popping confetti on the campus sealSenior woman graduating from MTSU wearing white dress, blue stole, and cords smiling at camera while leaning on pillarSenior wearing blue and yellow cords at MTSU. Leaning against the banister and laughing shylySenior wearing a custom stole walking down the street with the MTSU football stadium behind herUniversity graduate wearing white dress and smiling at the camera with the Belmont bison wall behind herLipscomb University Master's degree attire senior girl smiling at camera leaning on the banisterBelmont graduate cap toss outside medical collegeLipscomb senior on the pedestrian bridge at sunset in NashvilleCollege senior dancer smiling at camera sitting on bench on the Middle Tennessee State University campusVanderbilt senior wearing white and smiling over her shoulder smiling at the cameraSenior girl wearing white dress strolling toward the camera smilingDetail photo of graduation attire and senior standing on the MTSU sealSenior popping champagne wearing white and blue flower dress as sunset on steps of TSUSenior girl standing on the grass at Belmont University with the campus bell tower behind herVanderbilt Master's graduate wearing attire on sidewalk smiling at cameraSenior girl sitting on the edge of the fountains outside of Belmont University Fine Arts CollegeMTSU senior holding stole over shoulder and walking down the Raiders Walk beside the horseshoeCollege senior wearing custom stole and cords sitting in the MTSU horseshoeMTSU Nursing senior in blue scrubs outside of Kennedy Nursing BuildingSenior girl walking across the Trevecca Nazarene campus smiling over shoulder in the summertimeAOII graduation stole detail photoMaster's degree senior girl sitting beside Lipscomb baptismal fountain for senior picsCollege grad standing at the bottom of the stairs by the Lipscomb arc at the edge of campusSenior girl wearing jeans and black top smiling at camera while sitting on the MTSU stairs of campus buildingGirl wearing black cowboy boots and leopard print dress carrying a bottle of champagne and graduation capSenior wearing white and blue floral dress sitting on tiger at TSUVanderbilt senior holding up anchors downCollege senior with online degree photoshoot at private residenceSenior girl sitting on the fountain at Belmont University during golden hourCollege senior wearing a lace dress and smiling over her shoulder as she walks across the Vanderbilt campusSenior girl holding up MTSU diplomaLipscomb senior walking down side walk smiling while wearing cap and a hot pink power suitSenior girl sitting on stairs smiling at camera while she plays with her hairVanderbilt tower senior wearing white dress and holding capAlpha Kappa Alpha Senior in green dress at TSUMTSU senior grad wearing black boots and standing on the bench outside campus library wearing leopard print dressGirl wearing black boots, grey sweater wrap dress and laughing at the cameraBelmont graduate wearing cord and leaning against the wall outside her college buildingSenior girl holding cap and wearing cords while leaning against large pillar outside her college on the Belmont campusSenior girls smiling at camera over shoulder, tassels whipping in the airGirl in white dress holding graduation cap standing on lawn outside of Vanderbilt towerWoman wearing blue pants and a lace stop smiling at the camera inside a studioSenior sitting on a bench on the MTSU campus smiling at the camera while leaning forwardSenior guy leaning against light post with MTSU banner behindCollege graduate sitting on wall with Trevecca banner behind herSenior girl wearing black dress sitting on the bench outside of MTSU libraryVanderbilt ADPi wearing white dress and grad capSenior girl wearing white dress standing on Wyatt Center stairs throwing Vanderbilt anchor down hand signHeadshot photo of senior girl smiling with hands under her chinGirl wearing jeans and a black top sitting on the MTSU horseshoe wearing a cowboy hatOrtho graduate leaning on the bricks of the Trevecca University bell towerLaw school grad wearing Vanderbilt Master's robes sitting on bench outside buildingSenior girl walking down sidewalks at Lipscomb University with the bell tower in the backgroundMTSU ZTA sorority senior standing on the parking garage roof at sunsetMTSU senior leaning against light post with the football stadium behind herVanderbilt senior wearing grad attire at Vandy towerLipscomb senior wearing jeans and a white shirt standing on the pedestrian bridge at sunsetSenior girl wearing blue dress and sitting on the wall outside of the Fine Arts College at Belmont UniversitySenior girl wearing black blazer standing on the seal of the MTSU campusKent State graduate standing near a piano with a chandelier above herSenior wearing white dress and Vanderbilt robe smiling with cap in the airSenior wearing graduation swag smiling at camera during golden hour outside their university buildingCollege senior wearing casual Vanderbilt shirt and skirt standing inside the campus football stadiumSenior grad smiling at the camera wearing cute leopard print dress on MTSU campusSenior headshot on the Vanderbilt campus wearing white dress with a blazerSenior girl sitting on a pillar during golden hour at Trevecca University in NashvilleMaster's degree senior wearing white dress and heels standing outside on staircase with her cap and cords

the ivory door style & approach

WHERE BRIGHT COLORS AND JOYFUL SOULS COLLIDE

I strive to make my clients feel genuinely like themselves.
From posing, to true to the eye colors, I help you feel natural & provide concierge-level service.

vibrancy

Just like champagne, your photos should pop. bright + clarity is always timeless!

colorful

You carefully selected colors, they should be true-to-life in your photos.

Lighting

The only thing that should be dramatic is the lighting & your makeup.

detail

Blurry might be trendy, but i prefer timeless for the whole family to rave about.

natural

Direction without being twisted into a pretzel.

smooth

Don't stress, I've been doing this for over a decade! it's time to relax & have fun!

"felt like we were friends before we even met in person!"

HIGH RES FOR PRINTS + MOBILE FRIENDLY
FOR SOCIAL!

HIGH RES FOR PRINTS + MOBILE FRIENDLY
FOR SOCIAL!
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Senior graduating from Vanderbilt wearing grad attire on top of fridge at sunset with Nashville skyline in back
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Senior girl wearing a white dress and sitting on the memorial fountain at Belmont University
Nursing student graduating photo with syringe
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Senior holding a champagne bottle up while wearing graduation gown
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Lipscomb graduates wearing Nashville Predators jerseys and kissing under twinkle lights on campus
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Senior girl sitting on steps at campus building, wearing jeans and a black top smiling at the camera
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Girl wearing a cute white dress and smiling at the camera
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Graduation photo of vanderbilt seniors holding hands and laughing together wearing their school shirts on the football field
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photos
that
feel real

ready to level up your senior year?

"i felt comfortable with mahlia. she was so fun and easygoing. I was laughing our entire photoshoot."

Reminder

Application Deadline: September 25th, 2026

Ivory Door Campus Collective

For Class of 2027 seniors who want exclusive photo opportunities, perks, & love

representing their campus!

View some senior SESSIONS

1.

KARA - LIPSCOMB

Full Session + Extra Location with Lipscomb University accounting graduate, Kara, on campus and then sunset on the Nashville Pedestrian Bridge!

Lipscomb University graduating accounting senior wearing cords and holding cap standing on pedestrian bridge at sunset
2.

NATALIE - MTSU

Full session with Alpha Omicron Pi and MTSU Dance Team senior, Natalie, on the Middle Tennessee State University campus!

3.

KYLIE - VANDERBILT

Mini session with Zeta Tau Alpha graduating senior, Kylie, at the Wyatt Center at Vanderbilt University

Senior wearing white dress on stairs at Vandy campus in Nashville popping a bottle of sparkling wine
Alpha Omicron Pi and Dance Team graduation photos outside of the Middle Tennessee State University library during golden hour wearing black dress and graduation stoles

Kappa Kappa Gamma Seniors

Group Session + Extra Location & Outfit. 10 Seniors on the Vanderbilt Football field and the steps of Wyatt Center. Individual and Group Photos.

sorority Group session

4.
Senior girls wearing white dresses standing on steps of Wyatt Center popping champagne and smiling in celebration of graduation
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Branding graphic of pink orange and yellow Ribbon with Tassels

"If I could rate Ivory Door Studio higher than 5 stars, I would!"

CLASS OF 2027, GET EARLY ACCESS →

Now let's make it official!

You made it this far.

Your college years deserve to be remembered—and you deserve photos that make you ridiculously happy every time you look at them.

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