<p>How should I display myself? In your opinion, have a white background (like passport) or casual background.</p>
<p>Also I need to write a "note of appreciation" to the company sponsoring the scholarship. How long should I write? Friendly-letter or formal format?</p>
<p>A graduation picture is always a good idea. A small informal note is nice showing your appreciation and what you intend to do in college.</p>
<p>About the photo – They’re probably going to reproduce it in print somewhere, so it should be a head shot with a clean background. Not a passport mug shot; you can have more style with it than that; but similar to school/yearbook photos. Got any wallets left from your senior pics?</p>
<p>I agree about the thank-you. It doesn’t have to be super-long, but should express your sincere gratitude and say a few lines about what your plans are and how the scholarship has enabled them.</p>
<p>If you can find their web site that shows past recipients’ pictures that can be a guideline for you.</p>
<p>How about your Senior Picture?</p>
<p>If the photo is going to be published, make sure you get a release to use the photo if it was taken by a professional photographer.</p>