Lighting is everything
Natural daylight is optimal. Avoid harsh shadows and backlighting. Best to photograph near a window or outdoors on a cloudy day.
Front-facing and straight
A direct frontal photo works best. The face should look straight into the camera, not turned sideways.
High resolution
The photo should be at least 1 megapixel. Smartphone photos are usually sufficient, but avoid heavily cropped or zoomed images.
No obstructions
Sunglasses, hats, or hands in front of the face are unfavorable. All facial features should be clearly visible.
Natural expression
A friendly smile looks most natural. Grimaces or extreme expressions are harder to translate into a figure.
Clothing and accessories
Show the clothing on the photo that should be depicted on the figure. Or describe your desired outfit in the configurator.
Submit multiple photos
If you want to show different perspectives or details, feel free to upload multiple photos. Our artists use all available references.
Group photos
For couple or family figures, individual portraits per person are often better than a group photo, as faces are larger and clearer.
Tip: Our artists can work with less-than-optimal photos too – don't hesitate to contact us if you're unsure!