Works wellSoft natural light
By a window or outside in shade. No flash.
Photo guide
A good photo is half the portrait
Not sure? Upload it anyway — at proof stage we will tell you if another photo would paint better.
Works well
Works wellEyes sharp, face level
Crouch to their eye level; the eyes carry the likeness.
AvoidFar-away full-body shots
We paint the head and shoulders; small faces lose detail.
AvoidMotion blur or darkness
If you cannot see the fur texture, neither can we.
AvoidHeavy filters
Filters change colour and remove detail.
AvoidCropped ears
Keep the whole head in frame, ears included.