REFERENCE PHOTO GUIDE
One of the most frequently asked questions we get is about how to select a good reference photo.
*Please keep in mind that each portrait is a reflection of the reference photo provided. If a good reference photo cannot be supplied, Charcoal Creations reserves the right to cancel your order.
Photos that are NOT good reference photos:
Poor Lighting: Causes shadows which wash out important details.
Obstructed View: Important features of your pet partially obstructed (i.e. lying down or against something).
Blurry or Out of Focus: Blurry or out of focus photos may lack necessary detail for the artist to create a high-quality portrait.
Photos taken from above or below
Obstructed View: Important features of your pet partially obstructed (i.e. lying down or against something).
Blurry or Out of Focus: Blurry or out of focus photos may lack necessary detail for the artist to create a high-quality portrait.
Photos taken from above or below
Photos that are GOOD reference photos:
Natural Lighting: Use natural lighting if possible as it provides the most accurate shadows and details.
Eye Level: Get on your pet’s level. Straight-on photos or side profiles work best as they minimize distortion.
Clear Focus: High-quality, clear images show more details, which in turn can be conveyed in the portrait.
Eye Level: Get on your pet’s level. Straight-on photos or side profiles work best as they minimize distortion.
Clear Focus: High-quality, clear images show more details, which in turn can be conveyed in the portrait.
It is recommended to have a few options ready to send to the artist.
Please note that while we strive to create a portrait that closely reflects your reference photo, there may be slight variances in the final artwork due to artistic interpretation.
Please contact us with any additional questions you may have at julianna@charcoalcreations.ca