Composition Checklist


7 Steps to Successful Photos

 Frame subject with full face, front view, eyes open
 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)
 Center head within frame (see Figure 2 below)
   Make sure eye height is between 1-1/8 inches to 1-3/8 inches (28 mm and 35 mm) from bottom of photo
   Photograph subject against a plain white or off-white background
   Position subject and lighting so that there are no distracting shadows on the face or background
   Encourage subject to have a natural expression

Figure 2. Head Position & Placement

Figure 2. Head Position & Placement

Well-Composed Photos

Well-Composed Photos

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