New Technologies And Preparation Help 55 Million Students Smile Brighter For School Picture Day This Fall (NAPSA)—School picture day is a rite of passage for kids of all ages. And while parents and children eagerly await the final product, new technologies, along with D3 some simple preparation, can help ensurethat the lasting impression will be a good one. “Many of us remember being handed a combto help uslook our best for that annual photo,” said Chuck Feltz, President and COO of Lifetouch National School Studios, which has been taking school portraits for more than 70 years. “While the combisstill important, today there are new technologies and many more choices to help enhance every student’s portrait day experience.” More than 55 million students nationwide will have their school portraits taken this fall, according to Lifetouch National School Studios, the nation’s largest provider of school photography. Lifetouch has continued to add new technologies and options for students and families. For instance, the com- pany offers photo retouching to eliminate facial blemishes. It also offers an array of backgroundcolors as well as free retakes. In addition, Lifetouch can add the child’s nameand year to wallet-sized photos, which has become a popular feature for picture exchanges. “Different colored backgrounds allow a student to show someindividuality by coordinating their clothing with the backdrop,” said Feltz. “The ability to eliminate blemishes, whiten teeth and even erase braces can makethe difference between putting a photo away in a dresser drawer and displaying it prominently in your home.” Lifetouch recommends that parents and students prepare for the day by scheduling a haircut for the More than 55 million students nationwide will have their school portraits taken this year. child a week or two before picture day and that they purchase a picture day outfit while shopping for back-to-school clothes. And when choosing that special outfit, consider a solid-colored shirt with long sleeves, which often results in a timeless look that doesn’t detract from the child’s face. In addition, create enthusiasm about the day bytelling your child how important it is to have a great picture to share with family and friends. One wayto do this is for parents to share their school photos with their children. When picture day arrives, remind your child to check his or her hair right before the photo is taken. Lifetouch provides combs for last-minute touch-ups. Another tip is to tell your child to smile at the cameraasif it were a best friend. A few simple preparations, together with new technologies, will make picture day a great experience for your child and result in a lifelong memory.
