Aside from the commencement photos you get on GradImages, I get a lot of requests for campus portraits. Before, it was mostly international students going home but each year it's more of a range. For those who have been through it at MIT or are planning ahead, what is the best way to coordinate graduation photo sessions with finals, regalia ordering and pickup, and commencement.
The regalia order deadline is Saturday May 2, and pickup starts May 13, so I am trying to figure out what timing actually works best in practice.
I usually photograph grads in small groups of 2 to 5 people, but I keep running into the same issue. People either do not hear about sessions until it is too late or everything fills up quickly.
I am also finding that a lot of people want photos both in regalia and with a more polished or dressed up look, and there are only so many days in the schedule.
A few things I am curious about...
When do most people prefer to take photos before finals, right after, or once they have their cap and gown
What is the best way to get the word out early enough so I can accommodate as many requests as possible. Would really appreciate any insight from past grads! Pic for attention :)