Composition Checklist
7 Steps to Successful Photos
Frame subject with full face, front view, eyes open |
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Make sure photo presents full head from top of hair to bottom of chin; height of head should measure 1 inch to 1-3/8 inches (25 mm to 35 mm) |
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Center head within frame (see Figure 2 below) |
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Make sure eye height is between 1-1/8 inches to 1-3/8 inches (28 mm and 35 mm) from bottom of photo |
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Photograph subject against a plain white or off-white background |
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Position subject and lighting so that there are no distracting shadows on the face or background |
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Encourage subject to have a natural expression |
Figure 2. Head Position & Placement
Well-Composed Photos