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Question: When should you take senior pics!?
I am going to be a senior!. I am looking at a bunch of different senior portrait places!. When's the latest that they can take them!. Can they take them in late July, because I am going to Germany until then and can't take them before that!.
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They're busiest in the summer time, so if you really want them taken in July then call them right away to set up an appointment! They will pretty much take them year long though!. I had mine done in late September!. Just make sure you get them done before your school's deadline!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

It appears your school doesn't use a "contract photographer" for Senior pictures, so I would suggest checking with the local studios to determine their deadlines to meet the yearbook requirements!. Naturally, they will want to book you as early as possible as the end of summer rush is often very difficult for them to handle!.

You must make sure you are dealing with photography studios that know the guidelines established by the yearbook and school, so check on this first!.

Here are some other things for you to consider and ask of the various studios:

1!. What do you get for what you pay!? Prices can vary greatly and you don't want you, or your parents, surprised by unanticipated "add ons!."

2!. Is there a "sitting fee" and, if there is, does it get applied any print orders you make!.

3!. How long will it be between the time you have your picture taken and the time you can see your proofs!?

4!. Can you take your proofs home, or do you orders on line!?

Finally!.!.!.make sure the studio you select has experience with the school you attend!. You don't want someone submitting pictures late, then find out they don't meet the requirements!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Most places can take senior pics all year long!. The reason being is because school have different graduations times!. Call and ask, but they should be able to do it anytime!. This is the time of the year when they have thier graduation specials, but you should be able to get them when you want!.Www@QuestionHome@Com

Each school has a different deadline for their senior section!.!.I would suggest calling your yearbook adviser for that date, but generally it is in the late fall!.Www@QuestionHome@Com