A graduation photoshoot in Singapore is more than a ceremony, it’s the culmination of years of hard work, perseverance, and unforgettable memories. It’s a milestone worth celebrating and preserving for generations to come.
Since 2009, White Room Studio has been helping graduates capture their proud “I Made It” moment through timeless graduation portraits. Located at 219 River Valley Road, White Room Studio is Singapore’s leading graduation photography studio, having photographed more than 19,000 portrait sessions over the years.
What starts as a graduation photoshoot often turns into a family portrait session by the end. Parents, siblings, grandparents, and loved ones naturally join in to celebrate the achievement, creating meaningful family portraits alongside the graduate’s milestone images.
Everything Under One Roof at 219 River Valley Road
As a one-stop graduation photography studio, everything you need is conveniently available under one roof in the studio’s 2,400-square-foot, sun-drenched Peranakan shophouse. From professional photographers and beautifully designed spaces across two studio floors to optional hair and makeup services, every detail is thoughtfully arranged to make your experience effortless and enjoyable.
Graduates can enjoy complimentary gown usage during their session. White Room Studio carries a wide range of graduation gowns from Singapore universities and overseas institutions, including NUS, NTU, SMU, SIT, SIM, SUTD, and SUSS. If your institution is not listed, feel free to reach out to us at 6235 7037 to check on availability.
Graduation sessions start from $390, making it easier than ever to celebrate this once-in-a-lifetime milestone with portraits that you and your family will treasure for years to come.
Read on to discover what makes a White Room Studio graduation photoshoot experience so special.
– Celebrate your graduation milestone with timeless portraits at White Room Studio Singapore.
Why White Room Studio for Your Graduation Photoshoot? 🎓
17 years at White Room Studio, and graduation portraits are shaped by more than just photography. They are the result of experience, craftsmanship, and a space unlike any other in Singapore.
Our studio is housed within a beautifully restored 99-year-old Peranakan shophouse along 219 River Valley Road, beside Fort Canning. Across two distinct floors, the space offers two completely different studio environments, both thoughtfully designed to create timeless graduation portraits with depth, character, and elegance.
Behind every session is a team of photographers who know the space intimately, having spent years mastering its natural light, angles, and atmosphere. Combined with a refined process developed across more than 19,000 family portrait sessions, the result is graduation photography that feels personal, polished, and enduring.
Recognised with the Tatler Best of Singapore Award from 2017 to 2025, White Room Studio continues to create graduation portraits that families proudly display for years to come. Over the years, we have also earned more than 1,900 raving reviews across Google and Facebook, reflecting our commitment to consistently delivering exceptional portrait experiences.
– A beautifully restored studio featuring vibrant Peranakan textures and European-style hallway.
What Does a Graduation Session at 219 River Valley Road Include?
One thing that surprises many families is that some of their favourite portraits are not taken in the graduation gown.
A typical graduation session lasts around 1.5 hours and is thoughtfully divided into two parts. The first focuses on graduation portraits in gowns, photographed across both studio floors with a variety of poses and settings. The second begins after an outfit change, and shifts into family portraits, couple portraits, and relaxed solo portraits in your own attire.
By the end of the session, most families will have 60 to 80 (often more!) curated images to review during their selection appointment one to two weeks later.
– Celebrating milestones at the studio’s iconic sunlit balcony.
Which University Gowns Are Available?
White Room Studio provides a wide selection of university graduation gowns at our studio at 219 River Valley Road, available for complimentary use during your session.
Our collection includes gowns from:
- National University of Singapore (NUS) — all faculties
- Nanyang Technological University (NTU) — all faculties
- Singapore Management University (SMU)
- Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT)
- Singapore Institute of Management (SIM)
- Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD)
- Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS)
- National Institute of Education (NIE) Master’s
- King’s College London
- Curtin University
- Monash University
- Murdoch University
- University of Queensland
- University of London
- University of Exeter
- RMIT University
- MDIS
- All Singapore polytechnics
… and many more.
If your university gown is not listed above, feel free to reach out to us or call 6235 7037 to check on availability.
Many graduates also arrive directly from their convocation ceremony, making it easy to transition straight into the photoshoot without needing to arrange a separate gown rental. We additionally carry a range of overseas convocation gowns for international graduates.
– Celebrating milestones at the studio’s iconic sunlit balcony.
The European Archway— Why It Works for Graduation Portraits
One of the most recognisable spaces at White Room Studio is the European Archway on the third floor of our River Valley shophouse. Many families specifically request this setting after seeing portraits of friends or relatives photographed here over the years.
Framed by classical architectural details and filled with soft natural light throughout the day, the space creates graduation portraits that feel timeless, elegant, and quietly refined.
– Check out some of our best graduation memories captured at White Room Studio.
Peranakan-inspired & bringing Greenery into your Portraits — What makes a Natural Light Photo Studio Special
On the second floor, the Peranakan-inspired studio offers a completely different atmosphere. With its dark timber interiors, heritage textures, and warm directional light, it is especially popular for family portraits, couple portraits, and casual outfit photographs during the same session.
The adjoining sun-lit balcony adds another dimension to the space, bringing natural greenery and soft daylight into your portraits. The combination of lush foliage, natural light, and the character of the conservation shophouse creates a bright and relaxed setting that complements the richer tones of the indoor studio. Many graduates choose to include a few balcony portraits to add variety to their gallery while staying within the same seamless studio environment.
– A beautifully restored heritage space for timeless graduation portraits.
Hair, Makeup, and What to Wear
Hair and makeup is available as an optional in-studio add-on at $200 per person. If you choose to include this service, you just need to arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled session time.
Our in-studio hair and makeup is prepared specifically for photography. Makeup that appears natural in person can often look lighter under portrait lighting, so application is adjusted with studio lighting in mind to ensure a polished and balanced result in photographs.
For your non-gown outfits, neutral tones consistently photograph well. Shades such as cream, soft white, navy, warm grey, and earth tones work particularly well. We recommend avoiding large logos, bright patterns, and neon colours.
– All you need to know about in-studio hair and makeup services.
What Happens During your Graduation Photoshoot Day
You can expect a combination of fun casual family portraits and classy, formal photos with the graduation gown!
Towards the end of the shoot, there will be time for solo graduate shots where you’ll be able to flaunt the full academic regalia!
Do bring along your fur kid to make this graduation photoshoot extra memorable! White Room Studio is pet-friendly and our team has worked with lots of animals before to capture the right moments
– See what goes into every graduation photoshoot at White Room Studio ✨
Do bring along your fur kid to make this graduation photoshoot extra memorable! White Room Studio is pet-friendly and our team has worked with lots of animals before to capture the right moments
– Bring your fur kid along for a pet-friendly graduation photoshoot 📸
Experience the utmost convenience and privacy in our studio, boasting two changing rooms on each level. Feel free to use our changing rooms to get ready, as we provide all the essentials you need, from garment hangers to a reliable steam iron.
For more professional pre-shoot advice and outfit ideas, download our exclusive Graduation Lookbook.
– Private, comfortable changing rooms designed for a seamless studio experience.
What Happens After Your Portrait Session — Photo Delivery, Prints and Albums at White Room Studio
Your photographs will be ready for review at the studio, approximately one to two weeks after your session. In our dedicated Gallery room, chat with our creative consultant and view your portraits on a calibrated screen to make your selections at your own pace.
Each package includes 4 retouched digital copies of the following:
- 1 print (8” × 12”)
- 3 prints (5” × 7”)
Additional images are available for purchase. Selected photographs can also be produced as fine-art albums and canvases, designed to be preserved and displayed for years to come.
During your photo viewing session, you’ll be able to view the samples in person and we can advise you on bespoke designs available.
At White Room Studio, we only use conservation framing to frame your photos, the same used by museums and art galleries. This means your photos will not fade or yellow over decades.
Have a specific deadline, such as a family event, gift, or Instagram update? Just let us know at the time of booking and we can prioritize your shoot and production time, so that you get your beautiful photos in time.
– Discover how your graduation portraits become timeless keepsakes.
When to Book — Singapore Graduation Season Calendar
Graduation season in Singapore generally follows a predictable yearly cycle made up of three main waves. Knowing when each group of institutions typically graduates helps you secure your preferred photoshoot slots before peak demand periods.
March to May – Wave 1
The first wave of the year is usually associated with polytechnics and private education institutions. This includes Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, and Nanyang Polytechnic, along with SIM diploma programmes.
During this period, weekend sessions in particular can start to fill more quickly, especially around the main polytechnic graduation clusters in May.
July to Early August — Wave 2 (Peak Season)
This is when most major universities hold their ceremonies, including NUS, NTU, SMU, and SUTD. Because many institutions graduate within a similar timeframe, enquiries come in heavily in the weeks beforehand. Weekend sessions during this window are often booked three to four weeks in advance, especially once June begins, so we recommend enquiring by May if you are planning a July session.
October to January — Wave 3
The final wave of the year usually includes SIT, SUSS, and SIM degree programmes. Compared to the mid-year period, bookings tend to be more spread out, but there is still consistent demand around individual ceremony dates.
Weekend slots are still commonly booked ahead of time, though the lead time is often slightly shorter compared to the July–August period.
Booking Tips
Across all graduation seasons, weekday sessions are generally easier to secure than weekends. Booking earlier also provides greater flexibility in selecting your preferred date and time, especially if you are coordinating family schedules or planning your session close to your graduation ceremony.
– From graduation portraits to family memories, celebrate every milestone.
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Hear from one of our recent clients, whom we had the privilege to welcome:
– Mona shares her experience from her recent session with us.
“Dear White Room Studio,
Thank you so much for your creativity, patience, and professionalism throughout our family photoshoot. From graduation portraits to this family shoot, you have been part of capturing some very special milestones for our family. You made the entire experience enjoyable and comfortable for everyone, which is no easy task when coordinating a large family!
I’ve always wanted to organize a family photoshoot to create lasting memories for my sister’s family. Family bonding means a great deal to me, and it isn’t often that everyone can gather in one place, so this session was truly special.
After searching for the best photography studios, I’m so glad I found The White Room Studio. I absolutely loved the colonial charm of the house and its beautiful high ceilings. It reminded me of my in-laws’ home, where I used to stay in the Highland pre-war house, which brought back many fond memories.
We had a wonderful time and are so grateful for the beautiful experience you created for us. Thank you once again for capturing these precious moments that we will treasure for years to come.😊”
– Mona-N & Lynn-Berthe Family, Class of 2026
“Had a wonderful graduation shoot with my parents at White Room Studio. Our photographer, Yan, was so lovely and had a great eye for creative direction. The whole session felt so natural and fun. My mom actually found this studio through ChatGPT, and it ended up being such a good pick. We’re really happy with how the photos came out!”
– Leanne Delgado, Class of 2026
“My photographer Yan was very friendly and professional. She helped me and my father take a graduation photoshoot which was well done and the photos came out very nicely. She even helped steam iron the graduation gown and I was provided with a graduation mortarboard to take photos with. The photo selection process was also very thorough and Dan was helpful with his explanations.”
– Anneliese Chng, Class of 2026
“The studio is huge and have many selections of backgrounds, Randy was good at directing the photoshoot and was very friendly, he was able to capture most of the photos perfectly. He was also very patient with us during the photoshoot and was able to show us different poses. Recommend white room studio for those that are taking graduation photos!”
– Calico, Class of 2026
Frequently Asked Questions: Graduation Photoshoot Singapore
How much does a graduation photoshoot cost at White Room Studio Singapore?
Graduation photography sessions at White Room Studio start from $390. Each session includes graduation gown portraits, family portraits, and casual outfit portraits across our award-winning studio. Complimentary use of selected graduation gowns is also available. Hair and makeup is available as an optional add-on at $200 per person. For the latest packages, inclusions, and display options, reach out to us call at +65 6235 7037
When will I receive my graduation photos?
Our photographers will usually achieve around a minimum of 70 good photos during your photoshoot, covering various backgrounds and settings in our spaces.
4 retouched digital images as part of your package. If you would like to have more photos, you can purchase additional soft copies during your viewing session with us. Visit our creations catalogue to find out what products we offer.
How long does a graduation photoshoot take at White Room Studio?
A typical graduation photoshoot at White Room Studio lasts approximately 1.5 hours. During the session, you’ll have time for graduation gown portraits, family portraits, and casual outfit photographs across different studio settings.
If you have opted for our hair and makeup service, please arrive 60 minutes before your scheduled session time to allow sufficient time for preparation.
How many backdrops can I choose from?
White Room Studio is all about creating and leveraging strategically designed space for photoshoots.
With 2400sq ft of space in our restored corner shophouse, we have created genuine concept areas that are in touch with the history of Singapore as well as with nature: Peranakan, Plush and Lux, Classic European, Nature and Greenery, and Cool Studio. Discover the beautiful spaces of White Room Studio!
Besides the standard black, grey and white studio backdrops, we also have a balcony with good natural lighting during the daytime, overlooking the greenery of Fort Canning Park. On the third floor of our studio, we have walls finished with white wainscoting, high ceilings and large French windows to let abundant natural light in.
We recommend choosing up to 3-4 backdrops to photograph with during your 1.5 hour photography session.
Where can I do an NUS graduation photoshoot in Singapore?
White Room Studio at 219 River Valley Road, Singapore, photographs NUS graduation sessions. NUS gowns for all faculties are available at the studio at no additional charge. Sessions start from $390. The third-floor European Archway is the primary setting for NUS graduation portraits. Call +65 6235 7037 to book.
Where can I do an NTU graduation photoshoot in Singapore?
White Room Studio at 219 River Valley Road photographs NTU graduation sessions. NTU gowns for all faculties are available at the studio at no additional charge. Sessions include gown portraits and family or casual portraits across both studio floors. Sessions from $390.
Where can I do an SIM graduation photoshoot in Singapore?
White Room Studio at 219 River Valley Road photographs SIM graduation sessions. SIM gowns are available at the studio. Sessions from $390. Contact via +65 6235 7037 to discuss timing around your SIM graduation ceremony.
Does White Room Studio have SMU graduation gowns?
Yes. SMU graduation gowns are available at White Room Studio at no additional charge. Arrive, change, and photograph. No separate rental required.
Where can I do an SIT graduation photoshoot in Singapore?
White Room Studio at 219 River Valley Road photographs SIT graduation sessions. SIT gowns are available at the studio. SIT graduation ceremonies typically run October to November, book by September for the best weekend availability. Sessions from $390.
Does White Room Studio photograph SUTD and SUSS graduates?
Yes. SUTD and SUSS graduation gowns are both available at White Room Studio. SUTD ceremonies typically run July to August. SUSS ceremonies typically run October to November. Sessions start at $390.
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