Instructions:

* Photograph subjects individually, from mid-chest up, facing right as shown in sample photo.
* Show all of head, hair and shoulders.
* Hold camera vertically
* Position subject against a plain, contrasting dark or white background such as a wall, curtain or sheet of poster board.
* Get on eye level with your subject. This may require the photographer to be seated while a child stands.
* Face should be completely relaxed with lips together NOT SMILING!
* Chin should be level
* Have subject turn head until your view is in perfect profile
* Place long hair behind shoulders so neck shows. In the cutting, very long hair will disappear over shoulders, unless up.
* Please provide the ages of children or teens.
* When in doubt, send more than one shot
* If ordering only a single silhouette with no duplicates, specify if you want the finished profile facing right or left.

Photos mailed will be returned upon request with artwork. Allow 2 weeks from receipt of photos to date of shipping.

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What Customers Say

"I am sending on the thanks to you from the parents in my son's class. They were very impressed, pleased and surprised with the silhouettes. They were a huge hit. Mountains of thanks for your beautiful work. I couldn't be happier." - D.M., Ladera Ranch, CA

"I just wanted to say THANK YOU so much for the beautiful job you did on my son's silhouette &.exactly what I had wanted. I really appreciate everything you have done for me and I look forward to ordering again with you in the future." - C.K., Reno, NV

"Great job! Mom loved it, as did I. I'm sure my daughter in law will be thrilled to get hers. Thank you again for your help. I was impressed with the speed and professionalism of your service." - D.R. , Alvin, TX

"We are thrilled with the silhouettes of our Joey. They are perfect - an heirloom I will cherish. Thank you. You captured him, including the tousled hair. Thank you again - you are quite a talented artist." - DR, Lake Villa, IL

"Ruth, the silhouettes of my five grandchildren were wonderful! Little Grace told me that "when Mommy opened my present and saw my 'face', she cried." Isn't that something. Thanks again for such a wonderful treasure." - R.P., Freeport, ME