3 spots to take
cal poly pomona grad photos.
Cal Poly Pomona is among a small group of polytechnic universities within the United States and is one of three in California. The university features a myriad of architecture ranging from the Mission Revival style to the Brutalist style. Two gardens grace the campus allowing students to enjoy the ambiance of the flora and visitors to enjoy a leisurely stroll.
Here are the three best spots to take grad photos at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.
1. university plaza.
Also known as the “old stables,” the University Plaza used to house W.K. Kellogg’s Arabian horses before Cal Poly Pomona was established. Kellogg (and yes, he’s the founder of Kellogg's – the cereal company), then deeded the surrounding land to the state of California which eventually made way for the establishment of the school.
Nowadays, it serves as an extension of the University Union and has offices for various student organizations. The partial name of the university is proudly displayed at the top of the main entrance and features barn doors that pay homepage to the school’s early roots.
Directions to University Plaza: Google // Apple
2. japanese garden.
This quaint garden has a serene pond and a small running waterfall that’s soothing to the ears. You wouldn’t expect it to be here given that it’s located right next to a building that’s more jarring and features a Brutalist architectural style. The garden is filled with East Asian flora and bamboo which adds to the peaceful aesthetic of the space.
Directions to the garden: Google // Apple
3. rose garden.
Treat yourself to some floral fragrances with rows and rows of flowers. Over 230 varieties of roses exist here, so you can surround yourself with a bunch of flora for your photos. And right in the middle of the Rose Garden stands a white wooden gazebo perfect for some sitting-down shots.
The garden is maintained year-round. But in order to get those flower shots, you’ll need to schedule your session during peak bloom, which is around spring through summer.
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