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Writer's pictureJessica Butterworth

Graffiti Walls: The Edgy and Urban Trend Taking Over Senior Portraits

Updated: Jul 27


Senior portraits are a special way for high school seniors to commemorate their final year of high school and celebrate their accomplishments. One trend that has been gaining popularity among seniors is taking their portraits in front of graffiti walls. While some may find this unconventional, there are many reasons why seniors love graffiti walls for their portraits.

Graffiti walls add an edgy and urban feel to the portraits. High school seniors often want to showcase their personality and style in their portraits, and graffiti walls provide the perfect backdrop for this. Graffiti is a form of street art that often reflects the culture and personality of a city, and seniors can use this backdrop to show off their individuality and sense of style.

  • Graffiti walls can be found in many different locations, which means seniors have the opportunity to choose a location that resonates with them. Graffiti walls can be found in parks, alleys, buildings, and other locations throughout a city. This allows seniors to choose a location that holds special meaning to them or represents a part of their personality.

  • Graffiti walls provide an opportunity for seniors to make a statement. Graffiti is often used as a form of expression or to convey a message, and seniors can use this to their advantage in their portraits. Seniors can choose a graffiti wall with a message or image that represents them or reflects their values. This allows them to make a statement in their portraits and express themselves in a unique way.

  • Graffiti walls can be colorful and vibrant, adding an artistic element to the portraits. Graffiti is often bold and bright, and seniors can use this to add a pop of color to their portraits. This can create a visually stunning and dynamic portrait that stands out from traditional senior portraits.

  • Taking portraits in front of graffiti walls can be a fun and memorable experience. Seniors often look back on their senior portraits as a special moment in their lives, and taking portraits in front of a graffiti wall can add to the excitement and uniqueness of the experience. This can make the portrait-taking process more enjoyable and memorable for seniors.

This trend is gaining popularity among seniors for good reason - it allows them to showcase their individuality and style in a unique and visually stunning way, which can add an artistic element that stands out from traditional senior portraits. They can also make a statement with their portrait by choosing a graffiti wall with a message or image that reflects their values. It can also be a fun and memorable experience, creating a special memory of their final year of high school. So, if you want to create a unique and special senior portrait, just let me know when you reach out to book your session.


This blog is written by Jessica Butterworth, a senior and family photographer at Behind the Shutter LLC in Grand Blanc, Michigan.



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