What Photo Makes the Best Cardboard Cutout?
The quality of your final cardboard cutout depends almost entirely on the photo you submit. Here's exactly what to look for — and what to avoid.
✅ Ideal Photo Qualities
- High resolution — At least 300 DPI or a modern smartphone photo. The bigger the file, the better.
- Clear, uncluttered background — A plain wall, sky, or solid color makes background removal clean and precise.
- Good lighting — Natural light from the front is ideal. Avoid harsh shadows on the face or body.
- Full body visible — Make sure hands, feet, and the top of the head are all in frame.
- Subject standing upright — Straight standing pose works best for a standup display.
❌ Photos to Avoid
- Blurry, pixelated, or low-resolution images
- Photos with busy backgrounds (crowds, trees, patterned walls)
- Photos where part of the subject is cut off at the edges
- Heavily filtered or edited photos
- Dark or shadowy photos taken at night
Not sure if your photo is good enough? Upload it and our team will review it and let you know before printing.