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Photo Requirements
While Creative Photo Effects can work with a wide range of images, the quality of the final product can be highly dependant on the quaility of the supplied image. Certain styles of product, such as the Portraits - New York pop art style are more forgiving due to the effects being applied.
If you have any questions regarding the suitibility of your image for use in one of our products please email us, attaching a copy of the image and letting us know which product you wish to use it for.
Final image quality is highly dependent on the image you provide. For best results, the supplied file should be at least 1600x1200 (2 megapixels) for an 8"x10" image, and preferably 3 megapixels or above. As much as the number of pixels, the quality of the image is just as important - overly compressed images will also affect the final image quality.
If you are supplying a professionally taken image, please send a signed copy of the release form below, to enable us to work on the image.
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Photo Taking Tips
If the subject will be extracted and placed into one of our montage effects, if possible have the subject stand in front of a solid, contrasting colored background. Take care not to obstruct parts of the subject (ex- avoid taking photos in the grass, which can obstruct the feet).
You'll find a wealth of information on digital photography both online and at your local bookstore or library. Here we have listed just a few general tips:
Use natural light whenever possible, to avoid harsh shadows and glare from your flash. Try taking your photos outdoors, in the early morning or late afternoon.
Use a tripod whenever possible for sharp photos, especially in lower light conditions.
Get as close to the subject as possible, instead of using the zoom, to avoid grainy images.
Avoid taking photos of your subject against a bright background- this will make your subject look too dark.
Buy extra memory for your camera and always shoot in the maximum resolution.
Check the horizon to make certain that your image is level.
Take many shots with different angles and compositions.
Take advantage of your camera's existing modes such as portrait, action, nighttime, macro, etc- but then consider studying your camera manual and do additional research to move beyond these modes and to set your camera manually.
Again, a basic Internet search will supply a wealth of information regarding photography. Here's a good place to start for more tips to improve your skills: http://photography.about.com
Here's a good link for photography troubleshooting: www.tutorial9.net/photography/troubleshooting/
