What Photos Do I Need for a Custom Pet Sculpture?

Clear reference photos are one of the most important parts of creating a personalized pet sculpture.

The better we can see your pet’s face, colors, markings, body shape, and distinctive features, the better we can understand the details that make your pet unique.

What Photos Should I Upload?

For the best results, we recommend uploading 2–4 clear photos of your dog or cat from different angles.

Ideally, please include:

One clear front-facing photo
One side or 45° angle photo
One full-body photo whenever possible
One additional photo showing important markings or distinctive features

You do not need professional photography. Clear everyday photos are perfectly fine.

1. Front-Facing Photo

A clear front-facing photo helps us understand your pet’s:

Face shape
Eyes
Nose
Ear position
Facial markings
Overall expression

Try to choose a photo where your pet is looking toward the camera and the face is clearly visible.

2. Side or 45° Angle Photo

A side-angle photo helps us understand:

Head shape
Muzzle length
Ear shape
Coat texture
Body proportions

This is especially helpful for breeds with distinctive facial or body profiles.

3. Full-Body Photo

Whenever possible, include a full-body photo.

This helps us see:

Body proportions
Leg length
Tail
Coat pattern
Natural posture

If your order focuses mainly on the face or upper body, a full-body photo is still useful as additional reference.

4. Photos Showing Unique Details

If your pet has distinctive features, please include clear photos showing them.

Examples include:

Unique coat markings
Different-colored eyes
Spots or patches
Unusual ear shapes
Facial markings
Tail patterns
Collars or accessories you would like included

These small details often make your pet instantly recognizable.

What Makes a Good Reference Photo?

The best reference photos are:

Clear and in focus
Taken in natural or bright lighting
Close enough to clearly see your pet
Free from heavy filters
Accurate in color
Not heavily obstructed by objects, blankets, or clothing

Photos to Avoid

Whenever possible, please avoid:

Blurry or low-resolution photos
Very dark photos
Heavy beauty or color filters
Screenshots with poor image quality
Photos taken from very far away
Photos where the face is heavily covered
Photos where important markings cannot be seen

Can You Make a Sculpture From Just One Photo?

Sometimes, yes.

If only one photo is available, we may still be able to create your custom pet figurine if the image is clear enough.

However, multiple photos from different angles are strongly recommended because they provide more information about your pet’s appearance.

What If My Pet Has Passed Away and I Have Limited Photos?

We understand that older or memorial photos may be limited.

If you only have a small number of photos, please upload the clearest images available. Photos taken at different times can also be useful if they show different angles, markings, or features.

We will work with the reference material available and do our best to create a meaningful artistic representation of your pet.

Before You Upload

Before submitting your photos, check that we can clearly see: