Photo Guide
How to Get the Perfect Pet Photo
Don't worry if you're not a professional photographer — we've got you covered! Just follow these simple tips, and we'll handle the rest.
📸 Quick Tips for a Great Photo
| Do This ✅ | Avoid This ❌ |
|---|---|
| Get close — fill the frame with your pet | Don't stand too far away |
| Shoot at your pet's eye level (best for portraits) | Avoid top-down or from-above angles |
| Use natural daylight near a window | Avoid direct flash or harsh shadows |
| Keep your pet still for a crisp, clear image | Avoid blurry or motion-filled shots |
| For portraits: include full face and ears | Don't crop out ears or the top of the head |
| For pillows: include full body with clear outline | Don't crop out paws, tail, or body edges |
📏 Technical Requirements
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Minimum resolution: 1000px × 1000px (larger is always better!)
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File formats: JPG, PNG, or HEIC accepted
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File size: Under 20MB
Pro tip: A clear, well-lit photo taken with your phone camera is usually perfect!
🖼️ For Portraits vs. Pillows — What's the Difference?
| Pet Portraits | Custom Pillows | |
|---|---|---|
| Best pose | Face-forward or slightly angled, showing expression | Any pose — sitting, lying, standing, walking, or mid-zoom |
| What we need | Clear view of face, eyes, and ears | Full body outline — we cut the pillow to your pet's exact shape |
| Photo tips | Eye-level shots work best | Any angle works — we'll shape it to your pet's silhouette |
Good news: Both products work with the same clear, well-lit photo. Just make sure your pet's face is visible (for portraits) and their full body is in frame (for pillows).
❓ What If My Photo Isn't Perfect?
No worries at all. Our dedicated team reviews every single photo as orders come in. If your photo doesn't quite meet our criteria, we'll reach out to help you pick a better one — or guide you on how to take a new shot.
We're here to make this easy for you. 🐾
✨ Example: Good vs. Better
| Good (✓) | Better (⭐) |
|---|---|
| Photo is clear but taken from above | Photo taken at eye level — shows personality |
| Pet is in focus but background is cluttered | Simple background keeps focus on your pet |
| Natural light but slightly dark | Bright, even natural daylight brings out fur texture |
| Full body visible but outline is fuzzy (pillows) | Crisp, clear outline for perfect silhouette cutting |
Email us at support@willowpawart.com if you need help!