The Visual Information Support Center (VISC) provides photo services, i.e., DA Photo and Command Photo (head and shoulder), and documentation of historic events.
Changing rooms are not available in studio. Appointments are scheduled via the VIOS web site. Upon request the VI staff can accommodate specialized appointment date and times. Please contact the office at 785-239-2479 for additional information.
The Secretaries of Defense and Army have issued policy memorandums eliminating the use of photos in DA Centralized Selection Boards. MILPER Message 20-209 announced the new policy. This policy has been incorporated into MILPER Messages related to future selection boards and instruction guides for personnel action packets for schools and other training. AR 640-30 Official Army Photographs has not been rescinded. The DA Photo requirement remains in effect. However, this photo will not be viewed by a Selection Board. A Soldier still retains the option to schedule a photo appointment for a promotion or specialized selection board.
Photo Support
To schedule an appointment for a photo, please call 785-239-2479.
Passport photo sessions for Family members, DA Civilians and DA Contractors are available. Call for an appointment.
*Photography services are operated in accordance with AR-25-1, AR 640-30, and DA Pamphlet 25-91.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I walk in to get my DA photo?
Yes. Please call 785-239-2479 for questions.
What is required for a DA photo shoot?
Wear uniform (jacket, shirt, tie, trousers/skirt plus all authorized awards, ribbons or badges).
Will photographer help me with my uniform?
No. It is your responsibility to ensure your uniform is clean, fits properly and all authorized awards, ribbons and badges are placed on your uniform.
Are dressing rooms available?
There is a small space for quick changes in the office as well as a bathroom on the same floor.
Do I need to bring my trousers or skirt for the DA photo?
Yes. Photo is not full length but upper portion of trousers or skirt will be visible. Shoes will not be visible in the photo.
Is Distinctive Unit Insignia (DUI) required for DA photo?
Yes, DUIs are the only exception to the permanent rule.
I was told to remove the DUIs for the photo shoot, is this correct?
No, see above. DUIs are required.
Can I wear my Infantry rope or other military cords or ropes?
No, the infantry rope is a branch-specific item not authorized for the official DA photo (DA Pam 670-1, para 19-30). Other "ropes" fourrageres are foreign unit awards from World Wars One and Two. It is extremely unlikely that a current active duty Soldier was assigned to the unit when it was awarded.
Can officers wear the Schuetzenschnur rope?
The German Schuetzenschnur is a foreign award for enlisted personnel only and may be worn if the Soldier has permanent orders to wear it.
I have Leadership tabs and Infantry blue discs, can I wear them?
No, remove all leadership tabs and infantry blue discs. These items are not permanent awards and are not authorized to wear for a DA Photo.
Can I wear a unit award which I received from the unit that I am assigned to?
No, wear only permanently awarded unit awards which are stated on your ERB or ORB.
I was awarded a unit award while assigned to the unit with orders, can I wear it?
Yes, if the badge was awarded to the unit while you were assigned to the unit you are authorized to wear it.
I am receiving a new award, but it has not been added to my ERB or ORB. Can I wear the new award for the DA photo?
Wear only authorized ribbons, badges, and awards that are current in your record as of the date of the photo. It is your responsibility to ensure your photo matches your ERB or ORB.
I had my photo taken and realized, I have the wrong ribbon. Can I do a retake of the photo?
It is your and the Command's responsibility to ensure your uniform is correct prior to coming to the studio. Re-takes are taken only for errors caused by the photographer or the equipment (AR 640-30, Para 6k): If you discover an error after the photo is taken, you will need to schedule a new appointment.
I missed my appointment because I had other important things to do.
DA photo appointment is a designated place of duty, like medical or SRP appointments. Missed appointments are costly and you are taking away another service member's appointment opportunity. To cancel an appointment call 785-239-2479.
Where can I go to review my DA photo?
Your DA photo will be taken in the studio and sent to the soldier via email.
I am deploying next month and I will be promoted to 1LT/WO2 after I deploy, can I get a photo with the promotable grade?
No, you must be in a grade authorized an official photo on the date of the photo. If you are deployed or assigned to an area where photographic facilities are not available you are temporarily exempt from the requirement for a photo. You must be photographed within 90 days of returning to an area where facilities are available.