Photo Guide

Photography Instructions

High-quality iris photography is essential for accurate prosthetic lens color matching.

For hand-painted prosthetic lenses and custom color-match orders, we require clear, high-resolution photographs of the patient's eye. Follow these instructions carefully to ensure the best possible color match.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Use a Digital Camera or Smartphone

Use a camera capable of at least 8 megapixels. Smartphone cameras (iPhone or Android) work well when used correctly.

Photograph in Natural Daylight

Take photos outdoors or near a window in natural, indirect daylight. Avoid direct sunlight, flash photography, or artificial indoor lighting, which can distort iris color.

Capture Both Eyes

Photograph both the affected eye and the fellow (unaffected) eye. For color matching, we need to see the target color clearly.

Fill the Frame with the Eye

Get close enough so the iris fills most of the frame. The iris should be clearly visible and in sharp focus.

Take Multiple Shots

Take at least 5–10 photos per eye to ensure we have options. Slight variations in angle and lighting can be helpful.

Submit High-Resolution Files

Send the original, unedited, full-resolution image files. Do not crop, filter, or compress the images before sending.

Pro Tips

Have the patient look slightly to the side to reduce pupil size and reveal more iris detail.

A white piece of paper held near the eye can act as a reflector to improve lighting.

Avoid red-eye reduction flash — it can alter the apparent iris color.

Include a color reference card or neutral gray card in at least one photo if available.

Submitting Your Photos

Email your photos directly to us along with your completed order form. Photos should be sent as email attachments or via a file-sharing service for large files. Contact us if you need assistance with photo submission.