Photo Guide

A good portrait starts with a photo that feels like them.

You do not need a professional photograph. A clear phone photo often works beautifully. Before uploading, use this quick guide.

The best photos have

  • Natural light and a clearly visible face
  • Eyes, ears and important markings in focus
  • The full area you want included in the portrait
  • Minimal blur, heavy filters or screenshots
  • The original image file whenever possible

Please avoid

  • Very dark photos where facial details disappear
  • Images downloaded from social media when the original is available
  • Strong beauty filters or color filters
  • Photos where ears, paws or the top of the head are already cropped
  • Tiny images enlarged from a screenshot

Not sure whether your photo will work?

Upload the best image you have. We review it before production and will contact you if another photo would create a better result.

Photo rights

Only upload photographs you own or have permission to use. Uploaded images are used to create and support your order in accordance with our Privacy Policy.