ABC School Portraits

High-Res Downloads

2008-10-11T17:26:00.000-07:00

We are currently in the process of processing & uploading digital images from school picture day. If you have recently received your portrait package including a digital image, please check back in a few days to download your portrait.

Yearbook Only Portrait Information

2008-09-03T11:32:00.000-07:00

Yearbook only options will be available soon, with dates and pricing for your school. Thinking about a yearbook only portrait? Consider our $99 freedom session. Yearbook Only comes with ONLY 1 shot for the yearbook. It does not include proofs or online viewing and you don't get to select your favorite pose for the yearbook.

Our $99 Freedom Option comes with a high resolution image file and copyright release that allows you to keep your image forever. You can print it anywhere and it includes multiple poses so that you can choose your yearbook pose. You can flex-pay your freedom option as well, splitting your payment in two. See our senior page for details.

Welcome Back To School!

2008-08-17T23:14:00.001-07:00

We hope everyone had a great summer! By now, you should be preparing for another year in high school. And for those new freshmen students, welcome to a new exciting part of your lives.

Feeling Good on Day One
Seeing friends you haven't seen in a while can make the first day a good one. You also can make the day feel special by wearing an outfit you like. Maybe you got a great T-shirt on vacation, or your new sneakers put a spring in your step. If you wear a uniform, you might wear a favorite watch or piece of jewelry to show your personal style.

It can make you feel good to be prepared and have all the supplies you need. Some schools distribute supply lists before the year begins, so you can come stocked up on pencils, folders, and whatever else you'll be needing. Once you've covered the basics, you might tuck an extra dollar or two in your backpack for an emergency (like forgetting your lunch money).

Whatever you put in your backpack, make sure you pack it the night before. This prevents the morning panic when you can't find your homework or lunch box. Speaking of lunch, that's something else that can help you feel good at school - whether it's the first day or the 100th day. Pack it the night before if you don't like what's on the menu at the cafeteria. Try to include a variety of foods in your packed lunch, especially fruits and vegetables.

Get Oriented
The first day of school is your first chance to find your way around a new school, or learn the pathways to new classes in your old school. It's a lot to learn in one day, so don't be surprised if you need a reminder or two.
It might help to write a few notes to yourself, so you'll remember the important stuff, like your locker combination and that lunch starts at 11:43, not 12:10. Before you know it, your fingers will fly as you open your locker and you won't have to check your notes to know what time lunch starts!

A Bad Start?
What if you hate school by the end of day one? Teachers recommend giving things some time to sort themselves out - once you know your way around the building and get adjusted to the new routine, you'll probably feel better. If those feelings don't fade, talk to your mom, dad, teacher, or school counselor.

Here are a few final tips for a fantastic first day:

Get enough sleep.

Eat a healthy breakfast.

Try your best.

Develop good work habits, like writing down your assignments and turning in your homework on time.

Take your time with school work. If you don't understand something, ask the teacher.

Keep a sense of humor. One teacher we know shows his new students a picture of himself graduating high school - a grinning ape in a red graduation cap and gown. This usually makes the kids laugh, and it's a good way to remind them that school is fun!

Don't Feel Alone
There's always activities going on throughout the school year. Stay tuned to everything going on, you might find something that can interest you!

Make new friends and stay close to your old ones.

Can't think of ways to do either? You have plenty of options!

- The school bulletin usually has upcoming events posted.

- The school's website list many major events such as homecoming games, rallies, spirt days, class trips, dances, and theater shows.

- Networking Websites such as Facebook and Myspace. Yes, even ABC School Portraits has a Myspace! Information on senior portraits, school functions, dances, graduations, school and student foundation events, and more! Just another way to keep student informed on things happening at the school.

2009 Changing the Senior Portrait Industry

2008-07-06T09:16:00.000-07:00

Once again, ABC leads the industry in innovative programs and services.

This year ABC offers seniors and their families the opportunity to own the high resolution images of their senior portraits with a full copyright release.

This special change will allow the senior or the family to have their portraits printed by the ABC professional photo lab with special senior services or another lab. Additionally, seniors will have all of their high quality images for use on their personal websites, et al.

2009 Senior Brochures Mailed - Appointments Availaible

2008-07-06T09:09:00.000-07:00

The new Class of 2009 Senior Brochure is being mailed to seniors and it's loaded with a new program and early bird discounts. Watch your mail and go to the website to schedule your appointment.

Armijo grad galleries are ready. More schools to come.

2008-06-18T19:06:00.000-07:00

We are in the process of uploading Armijo graduation galleries, and expect them to be finished around 9:00pm tonight. Many galleries are available as of right now (7:00pm).

We have activated the galleries link on our home page, and I expect that most if not all schools will be available within the next couple of days.

Lowell Senior Prom is Shipping

2008-06-05T20:03:00.000-07:00

We are shipping packages from the Lowell High School Senior Prom. There are a few packages that may go out tomorrow, otherwise most students should receive their packages in a day or so. We are working on the digital albums now, so stay tuned.

Tech, Mt. Diablo, OUSD, and Tam now Shipping

2008-05-31T10:37:00.000-07:00

We are now starting to ship packages from these senior proms. Most students should receive their packages by Monday & Tuesday, and a few might get them by Wednesday.

We'll be finishing your online albums this week, and hope to have it posted by Wednesday or Thursday.

New albums for Deer Valley, Armijo, Oakland Tech & More!

2008-05-08T10:11:00.000-07:00

Online galleries from proms held recently have now been posted. We're really excited about this new album service, and would love to know what you think about it. If you could take a moment of your time, please let us know!

New Galeries

Deer Valley Winter Ball, Junior Prom, & Senior Ball
Armijo Junior-Senior Prom
Mount Diablo Junior Prom
Oakland High Junior Prom
Oakland Tech Junior Prom
Gompers Junior-Senior Prom

Armijo Junior Senior Ball Has Shipped

2008-05-06T17:21:00.000-07:00

Individual, Couples and Group packages started shipping last week. The remaining packages have now shipped this afternoon (05/06) and should arrive in 3-5 Days.

Deer Valley Senior Ball Has Shipped

2008-05-06T16:41:00.000-07:00

While most packages were shipped by last Friday (05/2), a few packages remained. As of today all package will be shipped. If anyone has yet to receive their package, it should arrive in 3-5 days.

Mt. Diablo Junior Prom Ships

2008-04-29T19:01:00.000-07:00

Packages shipped today via USPS. Expect delivery in 1 to 5 days. Check back here soon to view your digital album.

Lowell Junior Prom Album is Online

2008-04-28T14:33:00.000-07:00

All the images for the junior prom are available for viewing and sharing. Have fun!

View the album here

Lowell High Junior Prom Ships

2008-04-24T22:58:00.000-07:00

Packages started shipping yesterday via USPS, and all but just a few have gone out. Expect delivery in 1 to 5 days.

New Online Prom Galleries

2008-04-24T22:46:00.000-07:00

We're introducing a cool new service for our prom customers. Prom portraits and candids will now be viewable online! You can view slideshows, vote for your favorite photos, post to your blog or myspace page, and email friends and family. It's free and just for you. Check it out and let us know what you think.

Our first gallery is Berkeley High Junior Prom. You can also view all the galleries.

(Note: not all the couple poses were uploaded as of April 24th. they should all be up by the 25th)

Interested In The Photography Business?

2008-03-21T15:35:00.000-07:00

Are you looking into a career as a photographer (School, Sports & Seniors), Digital Production and/or Sales?

Look at out Craigslist Ad to find out more information.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/sls/614138159.html

Update at CADA

2008-02-29T09:51:00.000-08:00

We have generated some great attention at CADA, meeting school officials and exchanging information on services and solutions.

Here is Dave, ABC School Portraits' Operations Manager, hard at work.

A picture of our display (please note, this image was taken using a point-and-shoot camera, and does not reflect the quality of prints our services render).

ABC at CADA 2008 State Convention

2008-02-22T09:46:00.000-08:00

For the first time, ABC School Portraits will be exhibiting at the 2008 California Association of Directors of Activities Convention in Reno, Nevada, February 27th through March 1, 2008.

Come by Booth 313 and check us out.

The California Association of Directors of Activities (CADA) represents a 50 year old organization of more than 2300 individual members, representing more than 830 schools.

CADA's mission is: To promote and support leadership development and student activities.

http://www.cada1.org

Holiday Gift Ideas!

2007-12-05T19:13:00.000-08:00

Actually, there's only one idea... pictures!

We have galleries of many major school events from this current school season online at: ABC School Portraits' Online Print Ordering

Homecoming rallies, homecoming dances, and sporting events!

If you were photographed by one of our photographers, you may find your candid pictures here.

Class of 2007! - Don't be caught in the corner with relatives asking for graduation pictures, you can still purchase pictures from your graduation day.

Prices start at $7

2007 Graduates?

2007-10-23T12:56:00.000-07:00

The holidays are fast appoarching, don't be caught in the corner when your relatives ask about those pictures from your graduation day. You can view and purchase the photographs online here:

ABC School Portraits' Online Print Ordering

If you would like to purchase from your senior portraits (you remember, those tuxedo or drape portraits from last year), you may call our office to place an order. We offer a rush delivery as an option if you need your pictures by Decemeber.

(707)297-7304, (510)655-2099

See Your Event Candids Online

2007-10-22T13:05:00.000-07:00

Ever wonder what happens to the images our photographers take at your events? They get submitted to your school's yearbook staff for the yearbook. However, what if you want to see them as well? You can now view the event images online at ABC School Portraits Online Print Ordering. So next time, tell your friends and have a picture taken with them!

http://www.backprint.com/abcharrell

Production Plant Changes Underway

2007-09-26T05:53:00.000-07:00

After only 2.5 years in our new location we are adding both space (1000 sq. feet) and equipment to our production plant.
New equipment coming on line in the next 30 days include:
A digital laser lab printer capable of printing 240 - 10"x30" PAN prints per our. That's almost 2000 prints per day.
A foil fusing system for invitation printing with pigmented and metallic foils and the addition of foil on ID Cards for 2008.
An automated digital controlled 32" stack paper cutter.
1650 sq. ft. of new cement floor coating.
We are constantly striving for improved quality and service through growth and reinvestment.
With these changes come job opportunities. We are actively seeking sales reps for our various divisions. Email calvin@abcharrell.com

Senior Portrait Deadlines - Final Appointments

2007-09-26T05:39:00.000-07:00

As September comes to an end, final deadlines for your senior portrait are approaching fast. We have been taking senior portraits since the end of June.
Each school establishes the date by which the yearbook must have the final Image CD. Our final portrait date is then established as one month before the Image CD is due.
The final date that the school requires the Image CD may be changed and we may schedule additional portrait dates at your school, BUT DO NOT PLAN ON IT!
We recommend that you take your senior portrait at the earliest opportunity (immediately). Once the deadline hits...
As an option call our office and try to schedule your portrait at another school and we may be able to get you into your yearbook with some special arrangements.
DO NOT DELAY - DO IT TODAY

Win a Printer - No Purchase Necessary

2007-08-31T14:25:00.000-07:00

Canon PIXMA MP160 Color Printer
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY
Visit the UNDERGRAD section of the website
for complete instructions.

What's New for ID Cards?

2007-08-22T20:53:00.000-07:00

BIG pictures. Our newest ID Card design features the largest photo image in America. A full facial image measuring 1.75"x2.25". The benefit for the school is faster recognition from a greater distance.

This is just one part of our effort to assist the schools in their security and ID needs.

We are now testing our newest ID Card design featuring custom foil imprinting in select schools. The selected schools have agreed to be a part of this test program.
We expect to offer this option to all schools beginning in August 2008.