What Is School Picture Day and How to Be Ready for It?

School picture day is a time filled with excitement and nervousness for both a student and a parent. On one hand, it is that chance to capture moments inside the life of your child that you will treasure forever. On the other, it is when your kid is going to be in front of a camera, something that might very well raise the fear factor of some.

The following article will elaborate on what a school picture day is all about, how to look great during it, and some creative ways to show off a few funny school pictures.

Table of Contents

• What Is School Picture Day?
• How to Look Perfect on School Picture Day School▼
  • 1. Get Plenty of Rest
  • 2. Dress in What Makes You Feel Comfortable
  • 3. Get Your Hair Done
  • 4. Wear Light Jewelry
  • 5. Avoid Getting Glare on Your Glasses
  • 6. Be Relaxed and Happy
  • 7. Self-Care Should Be A Priority
  • 8. Check out and Analyze Your Recent School Photos
  • 9. Take Pictures of Yourselves before the School Picture Day
  • 10. Follow the Photographer’s Instructions
• Tips and Advice on How to Rock Your School Picture Day ▼
  • 1. Ok, but what even is school picture day?
  • 2. Got it, when is it though?
• How can I get my children ready and rocking them for school picture day?
• How Can I make sure they perfectly fit my home decor? ▼
  • 1. Have you thought about a unique canvas wall?
  • 2. Wooden canvas stands are not only for painters
  • 3. Check out aesthetic frames, for an aesthetic fam
  • 4. Get that vintage feel and pin them up
  • 5. Wooden board and wire exhibition? The ultimate cozy vibes
  • 6. Who deson’t like vintage Polaroids
  • 7. Staircase to a heavenly decored home
• FAQs▼
  • 1. What Happens If My Child Is Absent On Picture Day?
  • 2. Okay now I’ve got the photos… how can I order them?
  • 3. Erm… what if I don’t like them?
  • 4. Help! What’s the best color to wear for school pictures?
  • 5. Okay, should I smile or keep it serious?
  • 6. What about the gadgets! Can I Purchase Additional Products?
  • 7. I’m impatient! When Should I Expect The Photos To Be Delivered?

What Is School Picture Day?

This is a day on which all students have the opportunity to take professional pictures of themselves in school and with their parents to keep a memory of that school year.

It is also an opportunity for the parents, not only for the child, to purchase the keepsake meant for his or her child's school years.

Photo by Roman Samborskyi on shutterstock

For most schools, picture day first happens in preschool and occurs annually throughout the students' 12 years of schooling or sometimes twice a year.

The school contracts professional photographers to take the photos, print them, and post them for sale to the parents.

The college also uses these pictures to prepare students' identity cards and its yearbook.

How to Look Perfect on School Picture Day School

Besides your radiant self in the picture, your child should look their best as well. Here are the ideas to pull off on school picture day:

1. Get Plenty of Rest

Ensure that both you and your child get a good night's sleep the night before the big day. By so doing, you will both look fresh and alive in the morning.

This also helps prevent dark circles or under-eye bags, which make you look fatigued in your photos.

2. Dress in What Makes You Feel Comfortable

For you, it means choosing an outfit in which you feel confident and good. Wear decent and appropriate clothes for the school setting and in which you feel good.

Choose clean and tidy clothes for the child, in which they feel free and comfortable.

3. Get Your Hair Done

How your hair looks will greatly affect how your photo looks. If you have long hair, you can set it in curls or wear an updo.

For short hair, you might use a headband or clip to keep it in place. As for your child, make sure her hair is well-groomed, too.

Photo by Roman Samborskyi on shutterstock

You should also note that it is not advisable to try out new hairstyles on the school picture day as those just might not look great in pictures. It would be even much better if you stuck to your normal hairstyle in order to look really great in the photos.

4. Wear Light Jewelry

Wear something that doesn't make you seem like you are trying to show off. Just a simple necklace or earrings will do.

Your child doesn't need any jewelery, as that can make them uncomfortable, especially if they are not used to it.

5. Avoid Getting Glare on Your Glasses

Ensure you wear your glasses if you normally wear them daily as part of your wardrobe or even part of your personality.

However, the very last thing you want is the glare, which in effect, can make your eyes disappear. To avoid this, just wear the frame and take out the lenses.

6. Be Relaxed and Happy

There is no need to be pressured about that photo day; it actually shows on your face. On this big day, remain positive and happy to look great in the photos.

You could even share a few jokes with your child that may make him or her laugh and open up to you. This is going to help him look great in the photos.

7. Self-Care Should Be A Priority

Make sure your little one is laced with a nice meal and plenty of water before the picture day.

In addition to this, both of you should religiously follow the routine of cleaning, exfoliation, and moisturizing of the skin.

8. Check out and Analyze Your Recent School Photos

You can look back at your first-day-of-school photo ideas, as they can bring up ideas about what works and what doesn't work for you in terms of your appearance in your current year.

Another way is going through other peoples' school photos in order to get an idea of how you could do better with your looks. Understands what to do differently so you'll look fabulous in your school photo this year.

9. Take Pictures of Yourselves before the School Picture Day

You can go ahead and take a few shots with your child in readiness for the school picture day. This way, you will be able to check how you both look. This is going to help you in making corrections for any mistakes committed before the school picture day.

10. Follow the Photographer’s Instructions

The photographer knows just when to catch the best photo of you and your child; follow his/her directions on your best stand, a place to look, and what you should do with your hands. This will ensure that you get a great picture.

Tips and Advice on How to Rock Your School Picture Day

It’s that time of the year, isn’t it? The time to get all prepped up for your special picture days at school. Let’s be honest: it’s such an important time of the school year!

Yes! School pictures are great because they capture the beauty of someone’s childhood and teenage years. It’s such a great way to have an endless memory to forever carry and remember.

And hey, it’s not all! They're also a great way for parents to have an everlasting memory of their children. And yes, it’s also a great way to get some shots to add to the house decor.

Sounds cool hey? If it feels appealing, check this article out! It will include clear tips and FAQs covering everything you need to know about school picture days!

1. Ok, but what even is school picture day?

First things first! If you’re wondering what exactly a school picture day is, let us clarify. School picture days are dedicated to capturing professional student portraits. These will be needed for yearbooks, ID cards, school events, and mostly for personal reasons and memory.

2. Got it, when is it though?

School picture days usually occur once per year. However, the day also varies according to the school. Every school and region has its schedule and timing. So, if you’re wondering when your children’s next school picture day is, you should pay attention to the school’s schedule or personally ask.

Now that you’ve understood, you might be wondering…

How can I get my children ready and rocking them for school picture day?

1. A Well-rested Face is a Beautiful Face
2. Dress to Impress - But Stay Comfy!
3. Your Hair Matters too!
4. Get that Bling Bling - Wear Light Jewelry
5. Avoid Getting Glare on Glasses
6. Don’t Worry, Relax, Take it Easy, Smile
7. Prioritize Self-Care
8. Get Inspired by Recent School Photos
9. You Can Always Practice Your Favorite Pose!
10. Follow the Photographer’s Instructions - They Know!

Ok, the school’s pics are taken, now…

How Can I make sure they perfectly fit my home decor?

What if you’ve got your perfect school photos already? Maybe you’re wondering “Now what?”

If that’s the case, check this out. We’re about to share some tips on how to display your school photos at home. Have a look and get ready to feel inspired to upgrade your home decor.

1. Have you thought about a unique canvas wall?

You can buy a canvas, the best being of the same color as your wall, and then print your photos; thereafter, you will cut the canvas into different shapes depending on the size of your photos.

Make sure that all your photos fit perfectly into the cut-out shapes because they will host your photos just like a frame.

You then glue your photos in the canvas using mod Podge. The moment the glue dries off, hang your canvas on the walls of your house.

2. Wooden canvas stands are not only for painters

3. Check out aesthetic frames, for an aesthetic fam

4. Get that vintage feel and pin them up

You can purchase these vintage frames from any of the vintage shops and then fit your photos on these frames.

These old frames give your photos a vintage look. You can then hang these vintage frames, with your photos in them, on the wall or keep them at an angle on a shelf.

5. Wooden board and wire exhibition? The ultimate cozy vibes

You will require a wooden board that will be enough to carry all your school photographs. Paint the wooden board using any color, though preferably get a color closer to that of your wall.

6. Who deson’t like vintage Polaroids

7. Staircase to a heavenly decored home

Use washing or painter's tape to place pictures on the staircase. If you have many pictures, sequence them in chronological order from the bottom up the stairs, and above all, ensure that the latest photo is at the top. You may also vary its frame sizes so that it becomes even more catchy for the eye and likable.

FAQs

Now, you may still have some questions you’d love to receive an answer for.

Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. Here are some frequently answered questions! We hope they’ll answer all your doubts.

1. What Happens If My Child Is Absent On Picture Day?

Isn’t this every parent’s worry? Don’t stress too much about it. You can always check with the school to see if you can reschedule it or make it up yourself. You’ll still have the chance to get those pictures.

2. Okay now I’ve got the photos… how can I order them?

If you want to directly order your child’s pictures you can check the online ordering system. You can do so with a code, or link, that will allow you to access the selection.

3. Erm… what if I don’t like them?

Yep, this can happen too! But there’s a solution to any problem. If you, or your child, are unhappy with the result you can always schedule a re-shoot, or a reprint. Make sure you check with the school, or directly with the photographer, about their policy details.

4. Help! What’s the best color to wear for school pictures?

The best colors to wear are those that “play safe”. Use solid, neutral colors and subtle patterns. Avoid distracting designs or large logos. This tip will allow the photo to come out harmoniously clear. This way, the full focus will be on your child.

5. Okay, should I smile or keep it serious?

Unlike passport photos, there is no particular rule on how to pose in school pictures. What matters is that your child feels comfortable and confident. Everyone looks better smiling, so a smile would be ideal. However, it is advised to avoid a forced smile!

6. What about the gadgets! Can I Purchase Additional Products?

Yes, you can! Framed prints, photo books, and custom merchandise are available for purchase. Check the ordering system or ask for a list of available products to see which are accessible.

7. I’m impatient! When Should I Expect The Photos To Be Delivered?

This depends on the photographer or the school’s processing schedule. So, make sure you ask or do some research about it! However, this process usually takes a few weeks.

Are you filled with excitement for your child’s school picture day? It is such a beautiful milestone. We hope you feel well-prepared now.