When an application needs a photo in a hurry, visiting a studio can take time. A phone shot at home is a good start when the light and pose are right, and the background and size are easy to fix afterwards. For official documents such as ID and passports, check the current photo requirements of the authority.
Eight tips before you shoot
- Use window light: face the window so soft light falls on you; use a curtain to soften harsh sun.
- Pick a plain wall: stand before a light, patternless wall. The background can be changed later, but a plain one improves the result.
- Fix the phone: at eye level, propped up or held by someone. Shooting from above or below distorts the face.
- Keep your distance: about 1.5–2 metres away; very close shots enlarge the nose and forehead. Cropping in afterwards looks more natural.
- Use the rear camera: the front camera is lower quality and can distort; use a timer.
- Look straight into the lens: head level, shoulders square, neutral expression, eyes open.
- Keep hair and face clear: hair over the forehead or ears, glasses glare and a shiny forehead cause trouble.
- Take several: pick the best frame, with no blink and a natural expression.
After the shoot
Upload the photo to AI Photo Studio: AI finds the face and sets the head to the right proportion, levels a tilt, makes the background white and crops to the size you need. If there is a file size limit, enter it in KB. The photo never leaves your device.
The tool cannot guarantee official acceptance; the suitability check is a guide. For important applications confirm the authority's rules separately.