
Before uploading your photo, please review our recommendations to ensure the best possible outcome for your order.
Accepted Image Types:
Photos
Monogram images / Vector logos
Handwriting & sketches (ensure there linework has some thickness i.e. ink tip / texter. Biro not recommended)
Image Quality Requirements:
Resolution: High resolution for clarity.
Detail: Ensure details are well-defined with good contrast. Preference for a white studio background, alternately a light or contrasting backdrop with little interference where minor photoshopping can easily isolate subject. Macro images generally work better than those taken from a distance.
Accepted Document Types:
PDF
illustrator, DWG, SVG.
Please ensure your documents are vectorized to avoid output distortion.
Please use cut (red), outline (Blue) and fill / engraving (black fill)
IMAGE SELECTION GUIDELINE
Avoid Props: Remove any props such as scarves or sunglasses where possible unless they are intentionally part of the image art.
Background: Keep the background subtle and clean. Preference for a white studio background, alternately a light or contrasting backdrop with little interference where minor photoshopping can easily isolate subject. Macro images generally work better than those taken from a distance.
Lighting: Avoid evening or artificial lighting; opt for ambient or natural light for the best results. Avoid photos with sharp light/ shadows or subjects in shadow (light source behind).
Pets: Photos of pets are generally not recommended. On occasions, it can be done. Please contact us before placing an order if you want to include pets.
Drawings and Handwriting: Submit these in black and white format. Please do not colour in or fill large sections
Additional Notes:
Each photo will yield different results. If the provided photo does not meet quality standards, we may request alternatives. Having backup options is helpful.
In additions to different photos yield different results. Text are generally acceptable to all timber surfaces. Images, intricate details are best to select light timber containing few grain strands.
If you have any doubts or need further assistance, feel free to give us a call. We’d love to help!
We have increased the saturation of the Blackness and whiteness of the image to exaggerate our photo selection guideline. Image engraving can either be B&W like below or image quality.
Below: Recommended images

Below: not recommended

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