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- Size: 2×2 inches<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Resolution: 301 dpi.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Background: white<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The ID photo must be colored.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The image must be sharp and clear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The photo must be taken within the recent six months.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The photo must show the baby\u2019s whole face in frontal view.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- The baby\u2019s face must take up about 70%-80% of the image.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Make sure the baby\u2019s eyes are open and facial expression is neutral.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Let the light evenly spread in case of shadows, underexposure and overexposure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Make sure the skin tone in the photo matches the natural skin color.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Make sure there are no distracted objects except the baby itself in the photo.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
How To Take an ID Photo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
After learning about the basic rules of baby ID card photos, we would give you some tips about how to take an ID photo whether you are going to the studio or fulfill the job at home, especially when your child is too young to understand your instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Choose Plain and Smooth Backdrop<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Newbies might ignore the importance of backdrop color and texture which is very likely to result in rejection. The authority requires the non-textured and white ID photo background. Studios are usually equipped with white backdrop, so you don\u2019t need to worry about that. If you decide to take a shot at home, try to find a white wall or door. If you can\u2019t find one, use ID photo maker to replace the background. <\/p>\n\n\n
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Lay Down the Baby or Place it on the Baby in High Chair<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
As the photo should show the baby only, don\u2019t hold the baby in your arm. For babies young than 12 months or too young to sit upright, it is acceptable to lay it down on the bed and shoot from above.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Kids below 2 or 3 years old are usually energetic and can\u2019t help running around. If you don\u2019t want the photography to change into a chasing game, we suggest you place him\/her in a high chair. <\/p>\n\n\n
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Older kids are more patient to cooperate with photographers, just ask them to stand in front of a white background like adults and guide them to smile and pose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Wear Proper Outfit & No Accessories<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
It is commonly asked what to wear for ID photo. In order to contrast with the white background, please avoid wearing don\u2019t white, off-white or similar light-color clothes. Dark colors are recommended, such as black, yellow, red and so on. Remember not to leave the baby naked or put on costumes, nipples, or decorative accessories like glasses, headbands, hats and so forth.<\/p>\n\n\n
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Use Natural Daylight<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Strong spotlights would not only do harm to the baby\u2019s eyes but also make them feel uneasy, which adds difficulty to take an ID card photo. So, natural daylight would be the best choice. Choose a sunny day when sunlight coming in and the baby is feeling good. Make sure the light doesn\u2019t project any shadow on the baby\u2019s face. <\/p>\n\n\n
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Play with the Baby<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Communication helps the subject feel comfortable and naturally express themselves. Kids are hard to stay focused, so parents should accompany them during the whole process and attract their attention to the camera by talking, and treating them snacks and toys. Take the shot when they relax and have their eyes open. Never take a picture when the baby is sleeping. However, you are not supposed to amuse them too much in case of laughing, amusing, and crying faces. Exaggerated expressions would distort the facial features, which is not allowed.<\/p>\n\n\n
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