San Antonio Alumnae Chapter Picture Taking Criteria for Committee & Community Events
To ensure a consistent, professional, and respectful visual representation of our chapter’s service and sisterhood, the following criteria must be followed when taking and submitting photographs from chapter, committee, and community events:
1. Attire and Branding
- All Sorors should wear attire appropriate for the event.
- When wearing Delta attire, it must be tasteful and respectful, avoiding any alterations or unauthorized use of symbols.
- If business attire is required, it should adhere to Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. protocol guidelines, reflecting dignity, professionalism, and chapter pride.
2. Group Photos
- Capture a group photo of all participating Sorors at each event.
- Ensure Sorors are neatly arranged, with all faces forward and visible.
- Use a structured formation (taller Sorors in back, shorter in front), with everyone smiling and camera-ready.
3. Action Shots
- Take candid images of Sorors actively engaging in service, interacting with the community, or participating in event activities.
- Aim for natural lighting, clear focus, and angles that reflect the energy and spirit of the event.
- Highlight the impact and presence of Delta in the community.
4. Leadership and Guests
- When present, be sure to capture forward-facing photos of:
• Chapter Officers
• Committee Chairs
• Committee Members
• Special Guests, Partners, and Speakers
- Frame these images with a clean background and, when possible, incorporate chapter branding (e.g., banner, logo, tablecloth).
5. Children and Youth
- Do not photograph the faces of children at public events.
- Children may be photographed from the back, side, or in group settings where their faces are not visible.
- Photos of Chapter members’ children may be taken with permission from the Soror.
6. Background and Setting
- Use clean, clutter-free backgrounds whenever possible.
- Avoid capturing inappropriate signage or unrelated individuals.
- Include Delta-branded items in the background when available (e.g., signs, banners, tablecloths).
7. Technical Requirements
- Use high-resolution smartphones or cameras; avoid blurry, poorly lit, or grainy images.
- Do not use filters, emojis, stickers, or text overlays in the submitted images.
- Submit photos in original format, unedited and uncompressed.
8. Submission Instructions
- Submit 5–10 high-quality photos within 48 hours of the event.
- Include the following information:
• Event Name
• Date
• Location
• Brief Event Description
- Submit using the official form or upload method provided by the Information & Communications Committee.
9. Do’s and Don’ts Summary
Do:
- Take group, candid, and leadership photos
- Ensure attire aligns with event and Delta standards
- Show impactful community engagement
- Respect children’s privacy
- Submit on time with full details
Don’t:
- Post photos to personal accounts before chapter release
- Submit photos showing improper attire or Delta representation
- Take or share identifiable images of non-member children
- Submit blurry, poorly lit, or edited photos