Photo Guidelines for Your Custom Pet Portrait
The quality of your uploaded photo is the most important factor in creating a stunning portrait. Follow these simple tips to get the best results.
Quick Tips for the Perfect Photo
- Take a photo in natural daylight or a brightly lit room
- Use a smartphone or high-quality camera
- Make sure your pet's entire face and neck are visible and not in shadows
- Avoid heavily filtered photos so we can accurately capture your pet's true colors
- Have your pet look directly at the camera at eye level, facing forward — other angles work too, but your pet will appear in that position in the final portrait
Good vs. Bad Photo Examples
Great Photo
- Pet facing camera at eye level
- Natural, bright lighting
- Face & neck clearly visible
- No heavy filters
Won't Work
- Angled face, not at eye level
- Low lighting with heavy shadows
- Part of the face is cut off
Won't Work
- Pet is laying down
- Head & neck not fully visible
- Blurry or out of focus
Collars, leashes, bows, hats, and outfits will not be included in your final portrait. We focus on capturing your pet's natural beauty.
Not sure if your photo will work?
No worries! Send us your photo and we'll let you know. We often create portraits of pets that have passed away, so we understand it's not always possible to follow every guideline. In many cases, we can still make it work.
Email us your photo