Photo Guidelines

The photo area should be well lit, but avoid direct sunlight. If inside, ensure it is well-lit. Avoid having the member under partial or inconsistent shade/shadows. Don’t let the lightsaber or any ambient lighting do all the work. The GCCs need to be able to see all details. Photos should be taken in hi resolution (between 5-8 megapixels in quality – higher is fine if your camera’s default megapixel setting is greater than 8) to ensure the ability for GCCs to zoom in to see details.

Preferably with a digital camera as opposed to a mobile device. A digital camera will have better light gathering and a higher quality lens. Ensure that the settings on the camera capture the colors in as close a manner as possible to the actual colors of the costume. REVIEW the photos to ensure this before submitting the photos. Best practice is to review the photos if possible while the applicant/member is still in costume, so as to conveniently reshoot if necessary.

Submissions with poor resolution photos will be returned to the LCC or temple representative. Only submit pictures of the member alone against a plain background (a blank wall, hang a sheet, or use a green screen). Ensure that the photos are all full body shots at the member’s chest level, with at least 75% body-to- background ratio to maximize resolution. Please do not crop photos you have already taken for the belt, boot, or any photo needed for a specific part of your costume; take a separate close- up photo for each. Photos of any armor, helmet, or mask should have photos taken with these items, both, on and off (if applicable).