Cap & Gown Mini Session FAQs:
What is a mini-session?
A mini-session is a shortened photo session to highlight one theme or event, in this case, your cap and gown and graduation!
This is different from a full-session in that you provide your own hair and makeup and wear your own outfit. There is NO SESSION FEE for this, but you do have to sign up for a time slot. Time slots will be reserved on a first-come-first-served basis. A photo release is required for all individuals being photographed. (Sign up here!)
Please be sure to bring a parent or guardian with you to the session.
How will I get my photos?
In order to maintain our practices of safe social distancing, your photos will be put into an online gallery for 14 days. A link will be emailed to you and you can view and order as many times as you’d like within that two week period.
This is a change from our normal operations. With a typical session we do not post images online. We have an in-person viewing and ordering session, have access to professional hair and makeup and couture gowns. But, this crazy time has us all making changes to keep each other safe and to make the most of a tough situation.
What if I hate my photos?
We don’t think you will, but if for some reason you’re unhappy with your photos, we will do our best to make it right. There are never minimum orders at Ali Cali Photo, so if you don’t love your photos, you don’t buy them. Since the session fee is waived for this special event, you really have nothing to lose!
What if they extend non-essential business closures?
As a non-essential business we are closely monitoring the situation and will reschedule the date if necessary. We are determined to provide this service for all of you who had your prom cancelled, so we will be doing this at some point, for sure!
What precautions are you taking due to COVID-19?
As someone living with people in the high-risk category our goal is to provide the mini-sessions in a safe way to protect the client and photographer. Any photographer on-site will be wearing masks and will maintain at least a six-foot distance from the client. No props will be used in order to keep conditions as sanitary as possible.
Can I be photographed with my family/friends?
We’re happy to photograph you with someone from your immediate family or someone you’ve been quarantined with. To protect our clients we do not recommend including anyone outside of that. If you bring someone you have not been quarantined with, you will need to sign an additional waiver stating that you assume all the risk and liability for possible exposure to Coronavirus/COVID-19. We will be monitoring the situation and should all limitations and restrictions be lifted by the government on the date of the mini sessions, the additional waiver may not be necessary. We will keep you posted as the situation evolves.
Where will the mini sessions be held?
These very special Mini Sessions will be held outdoors at Greely Park at 100 Concord Street in Nashua, NH,
How can I schedule a full senior session?
If you love your experience with us we’d love to have a full session with you! During a full session you can include multiple outfits as well as professional hair and makeup. The inclusion of hair and makeup is an add on, and may or may not be available due to government regulations during the COVID-19 pandemic. You can read more about our sessions here. Please note that due to the current Coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic, studio sessions are not available at this time.