Summer is the best time to photograph senior portraits. Schedules are more relaxed, students haven't yet been pulled in a dozen different directions by sports, clubs, jobs, and college applications, and we can take our time creating portraits that truly reflect your senior's personality.

During your summer session we'll capture your official yearbook portrait, cap & gown portraits, and any additional outfits included with your selected session—all in one appointment.

Students who complete an upgraded summer session have their yearbook portrait finished before school even begins, allowing them to enjoy senior year without having to come back for the school's yearbook-only photo.

Upgraded sessions include the official yearbook portrait, additional portrait options, and cap & gown portraits.

Depending on the session selected, students may also bring additional outfits for more variety.

No. The fall yearbook-only session is only for students who do not complete an upgraded summer session.

If your student books an upgraded summer session, their yearbook portrait will be photographed during that appointment.

No. We provide the cap and gown for these portraits. Students do not need to wait until graduation to have cap & gown photos taken.

No. Cap & gown portraits are taken during the senior portrait session and are included with every upgraded session.

Yearbook Portrait

Boys: Dress shirt and tie.

Girls: Any school-appropriate blouse or top. Solid colors photograph beautifully, but there is no required uniform shirt or polo.

Additional Portraits

If your session includes additional outfits, students are encouraged to bring clothing that reflects their personality. Popular choices include sports uniforms, formal wear, casual outfits, college gear, dance or cheer attire, music/band uniforms, or other meaningful clothing.

No. The school dress guidelines only apply to the official yearbook portrait.

The additional portraits are for your family, so students may wear clothing that reflects their personality and interests, as long as it is appropriate for a school setting.

Yes! Sports gear, instruments, dance items, college apparel, or anything meaningful to your senior is welcome.

The goal is to create portraits that feel personal, not just formal.

Your senior portrait session creates two different types of images:

• Yearbook Portrait: photographed to meet Mount Saint Charles yearbook requirements.
• Family Portraits: additional images created for your family with more flexibility in clothing, poses, and style.

Think of it as taking care of the yearbook photo first, then creating portraits that celebrate your student's personality and interests.

After the session, you’ll receive a proof gallery and select your favorite image for the yearbook before the school deadline.

No. The official yearbook portrait is photographed from approximately the waist up to meet Mount Saint Charles yearbook requirements.

Additional portraits and cap & gown images may include more variety depending on the session selected.

Image counts vary slightly by session. Studio sessions generally include approximately 10–12 images to choose from.

Extended and outdoor sessions include more variety depending on the session selected.

All sessions take place at Mount Saint Charles.

If you book a Signature Session, it includes a second date at a location of your choice in addition to the school portraits.

Every student is photographed by Bailey or James from Little Fox Portraits. We specialize in helping students feel comfortable, confident, and natural on camera.

Yes. Parents are welcome to attend the session, especially if they would like to help with outfits, hair, or final image decisions.

Outdoor sessions are weather-dependent.

If you are booked for an Extended Session, we may move the outdoor portion inside and use unique indoor locations at Mount.

If you are booked for a Signature Session with an off-campus location, we will reschedule the outdoor portion if weather will affect the session.

Yes. Additional summer dates are released throughout the season as availability allows.

No problem. New appointments are added throughout the summer, so check back if you don’t see a date that works for your family.

Session fees are due when booking through the online scheduling link.

Print and digital products are purchased separately after viewing your gallery.

A $25 rebooking fee may apply if you miss your appointment without notifying us.