- When is the best time to schedule
a senior session?
Most senior sessions have both an outdoor and indoor component.
Oak Haven specializes in outdoor portraiture, and encourages you to have
as much of your session made outside as possible. Outdoor
portraits should be scheduled in the morning or late afternoon. If
you are planning on having your Oak Haven portraits submitted to your
school for the yearbook, you need to work within their time table.
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- What if I can't make my
scheduled time?
Oak Haven has reserved your scheduled time for your personalized
session. If you cannot make that time, or think that you will be
late, please call the studio and let them know.
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- Should I dress formally or
casually?
Generally senior sessions have both formal and casual outfits.
Often, though, seniors decide that either formal or casual best captures
their personality, and they emphasize only that portion.
Some schools have requirements for images that are submitted for the
yearbook. Check with your yearbook advisor.
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- How should I choose my clothing,
hairstyle, etc.?
Choose clothing that you are comfortable in. Often that is an
outfit that you wear regularly when you want to look your best. If
you choose to buy a new outfit for your session, wear it a few time
before your scheduled session date to make sure that it fits you and you
like it as well on you as you did in the store. Generally solid
colors or subtle prints are best, because they do not dominate the
image. Women should make sure that the necklines of their tops look
appropriate in a head and shoulders portrait. Don't forget all of
the accessories that you will need to complete your outfit (jewelry,
hair clips, etc.) It is best not to experiment with new hair
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- What if it rains on the day of
our session?
While outdoor portraits are beautiful, we are at the whim of the
elements. Contrary to popular belief, an overcast sky is perfect
for portraits. It is still good even if it is threatening to rain.
If it is raining constantly, your portrait session may have to be
rescheduled. Feel free to call Oak Haven if you are concerned
about the weather. If you have not heard that the session is
canceled, assume that it is still on.
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- How much do I have to pay at the
time of the session?
The sitting fee is due at the time of the session. Payment for
orders are not due until after you have seen your previews and placed
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- How long does a session take?
A basic session takes about an hour. More involved sessions may
take up to two hours. If you are on a tight time schedule, please
let Jim or Julie know before your session.
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- When will I get to see my
previews?
Your previews will be ready for viewing in about ten days. [Return to top]
- Do I need to know what packages I
want to order at the session?
You do not need to decide on your enlargements until you have
reviewed your previews. It is good to know generally what you will
want to order, particularly the largest image size that you may want to
order and whether you need to have your portrait formatted horizontally
or vertically. [Return
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