Which photos are suitable for creating a portrait

Do you want to order a portrait from photo, but don`t know how to choose the right one from the many pictures in the gallery? The first tip is to select 3-5 of the most beautiful and high-quality in your opinion. If the image evokes positive emotions, then the finished picture will decorate the house for a long time. What other requirements are there for photography to create a portrait?

General guidance for choosing a photo 

The wow effect of a portrait created by an artist directly depends on the photo you sent. Follow the basic rules when choosing a picture to get a real masterpiece:

• detailing: details, facial features, structure of the nose, lips, mimic folds are clearly visible;

• lively and natural emotions: the character looks casual and with a characteristic look for him;

• favorite image: the sight and smile should be liked by the person in the picture;

• acceptable format: JPG, PNG and similar;

• high resolution: no blurry, dark or overly bright areas;

• interesting effects: a professional photo with set lights and shadows will enhance the impression of the finished painting. 

If the selected photo for a portrait is not of very good quality or made with red eyes, then the designers will correct minor defects for free. Send the image to Viar Canvas so that we can estimate the time and cost! 

Examples of perfect photos for creating a portrait 

If you have professional shots, they will work best. Although high-quality "home" images can also become a picture and fit perfectly into the interior.

The main requirement for the submitted photo is good detailing. If this is your image, then you should like it and it have to be worthy to be included in the "Favorites" album. Consider suitable examples:

• professional shots with acceptable shadows 

• everyday poses with a smile and natural facial expressions 

• sincere emotions (the character of the picture looks exactly like in life)

"Wrong" images for a portrait 

There are many unsuccessful examples, so let's look at the most common ones. Do not choose similar photos for a portrait that have such nuances: 

• blurry image

• the face is covered with big glasses and there are many other details

• taken at the time of some action (a random picture without any emotions)
  

• distant, fuzzy and small image of a person

• “passport photo” effect with neutral and uninteresting emotion

• darkened without clear details of the face, the color of the eyes, the outlines of the nose, lips and other features of the appearance are not visible

Photo requirements for a portrait in unusual styles 

Creating a caricature by photo implies a humorous message of the finished picture. Such caricatures are often ordered as a friendly gift, so you need to choose a photo where all the facial features of the hero will be visible. Pictures for the satire should be without shadows, with a high resolution and a natural smile. You can find examples of our paintings in this style here.

A Dream Art portrait is created with magical notes and a bright, saturated background. The quality of the photo should be maximum, because even computer processing will not save the picture from low quality and visible graininess on the canvas. Therefore, choosing an image, be guided by this criterion. See how colorful paintings from our artists look at the link.

Recommendations for choosing a photo for a portrait in other art directions correspond to the general requirements at the beginning. If you have already chosen your favorite image, but doubt that it will fit, contact our designers for professional advice. We provide free consultations and edits to create the perfect painting for you!

Options and cost of portraits from Viar Canvas studio

Our artists create incredible portraits by photos on demand in over than 10 styles. You can choose classic, Beauty Art, Dream Art, cartoon, Sweet Art and other directions. We also produce all kinds of portraits: couples, family, wedding, pictures of your pets and more.

The price of a future masterpiece will depend on the following criteria:

• product material - canvas or paper;

• portrait size;

• type of packaging - regular or gift;

• express (1-2 days) or standard order;

• availability of frames;

• delivery method, etc. 

Using the link, you can order a photo on canvas, specifying the main parameters of the finished portrait. This piece of art would make a great gift for a parent's wedding anniversary or a friend's birthday! Send us your photos and expect the magic of turning them into a painting from Viar Canvas artists!