Photo requirements - what am I doing wrong?
I'm trying to take a photo for my ID order but keep getting it wrong according to the vendor's photo checker tool. It keeps saying my photo doesn't meet requirements.
What I'm doing:
- Taking photo against white wall
- Using phone camera with good lighting
- Neutral expression, no glasses
- Head centered in frame
But it still says "background not uniform" or "lighting inconsistent". What am I missing? Should I pay for a professional photo service or is there a trick to doing this at home?
Any photo tips would be super helpful!
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Don't use a wall - walls have shadows and texture. Hang a white bedsheet and stand about 3 feet away from it. Use natural lighting from a window, no flash.
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I had the same problem. The trick is to take the photo during daytime with indirect sunlight. Direct sunlight creates harsh shadows. Overcast days are actually perfect.
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Make sure your shoulders are square to the camera and you're looking straight ahead, not slightly up or down. Phone should be at eye level.
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Also don't smile too much - real ID photos are pretty neutral. Slight smile is ok but not full teeth showing.
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Some vendors offer photo editing services for like $15 extra. Might be worth it if you keep having issues. They'll fix the background and lighting for you.
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The bedsheet idea is genius! I'll try that tomorrow during the day. Thanks everyone!
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