How to choose the best pet photo for a custom keepsake.
Better photos create better custom products. This guide helps customers prepare references for plush keepsakes, wool portraits, sculptures and memorial gifts before they reserve a monthly studio slot.
Front face photo
Use natural light and make sure both eyes, ears and face markings are visible. This is the most important image for recognition.
Side profile
Helpful for plush and essential for sculptures. It shows muzzle length, ear shape, body proportions and coat direction.
Full body photo
Needed for dimensional keepsakes. Include tail, paws and body markings when possible.
Detail close-ups
Use close-ups for special markings, eye color, collar, scars, unique fur patches or favorite expressions.
Photos to avoid
Avoid heavy filters, motion blur, backlighting, extreme shadows and screenshots with low resolution.
Personality notes
Add a few words such as gentle, playful, sleepy, alert or loyal. These notes help the final piece feel more personal.
For plush
One clear front photo can work, but side and full-body photos improve markings and color placement.
For needle felted pieces
Prepare 3-8 references. The higher the tier, the more important side, full-body and detail photos become.