Photo Guide
Your pet portrait is only as good as the photo it starts from. You do not need a professional shot — you just need the right light and a clear view of the face.
What makes a good pet portrait photo
At least 1000px on the shortest side. Bigger is better — we print up to A2.
Eyes sharp and in focus, with the whole head clearly visible.
Taken at your pet's eye level, not looking down from above.
Natural daylight, ideally near a window, with no harsh shadow.
Three to ten photos from slightly different angles.
What to avoid
Heavy filters, beauty modes or heavy HDR.
Backlit shots where the face goes dark.
Blurry or heavily zoomed-in phone crops.
Screenshots from social media — they compress badly.
Sunglasses, costumes or props covering the face.
Taking photos for a pet and owner portrait
For a pet and owner portrait we need you and your pet in one frame, so send us both sets of photos.
- Your pet: three to ten photos as described above.
- You: one to three clear photos, ideally head and shoulders, with a neutral expression and no sunglasses or hats.
- Lighting: shoot both in similar light if you can — it makes the final piece look natural.
- Multiple pets: send each pet separately. We compose the group from individual photos, so they do not need to sit together.
If your photo is not perfect
Send it anyway. We review every order by hand and will tell you if a photo will not work before you pay for a print. For pets who have passed away, older or lower-resolution photos are often still usable — just send what you have and we will advise.
Ready to start?
Pick a style first, then upload your photos. You will see a preview before anything is printed.
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