Photo Guidelines

 

Good photos are very important for creating a detailed watercolor painting..  In fact, the better your photo, the better finished portrait will be. 

For best results, follow these tips below when taking your BEST EVER photo:

The MODEL should be facing the camera

Aim to take one that has your FRIEND facing straight towards the camera with its head parallel to the lens of the camera. 

Take your photo at eye level with your model or furry FRIEND.

Take the photos at eye level. Try photo of your FRIEND look natural. The best angle is wheth your friend looking straight at you or  head slightly tilted to one side, looking at the camera.

 

Take your photo in natural daylight.

Take a few photos of your model in natural light, preferably outdoors. The best time is on a bright day, but not in direct sunlight as this can cast some unfavorable shadows.

Make sure “Flash” is OFF

Flash causes a number of problems and looks very unflattering in photos. It often masks out a lot of detail, causing unnatural shadows and colors, and can often result in the dreaded red-eye or eye-glowing effect.

Make sure there's no blur 

It is best if they are standing or sitting in a relatively calm environment and are not too close to or far away from the camera.

The photo should be sharp and in focus

The more details are visible in a photo, the better your portrait will be. This is especially important for your friend's key features such as their eyes and nose. 

Please be aware that a poor quality photo may result in a poor quality portrait

If your photo doesn't meet our criteria, we'll let you know as soon as possible, and guide you to choose a more suitable one!