# Reference Image Guidelines

Regardless of whom is chosen to create 3D models, providing good reference material is essential for the creation of high-fidelity visual models.

The following are recommended photo orientations for a piece of furniture that does not have a 3D model.

1. Some sample marketing photographs currently used by the customer on their website. This will provide insight into the desired lighting and presentation style for the products. Only a few sample photographs are necessary.\
   For example:

![](https://2029237644-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F8N1IA5a0lqRClKT5eQQ7%2Fuploads%2FeH7Sil3KqqSfuX8Dbkmc%2F2020-07-30_12-43-07.png?alt=media\&token=51ea4c12-f418-42e9-a58f-13ae0c74ee06)

2. Additional views that give a good sense of the proportions and how the materials are laid out are important. These do not have to be professionally taken, but straight-on shots and shots that provide both length and width perspectives are helpful.\
   For example:

![](https://2029237644-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F8N1IA5a0lqRClKT5eQQ7%2Fuploads%2FJl8dwyUfmBPQo6rA0jJb%2F2020-07-29_13-09-24.png?alt=media\&token=de0f13e7-aa60-4eb7-99c3-fb2524af21a5)

3. Some additional shots that emphasize intricate detail, these photos also do not need to be professionally taken. Examples here would include screw heads, carvings, legs, handles, studs, etc.

![](https://2029237644-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F8N1IA5a0lqRClKT5eQQ7%2Fuploads%2Ffm46x7gNBn88NzSThHZO%2F2020-07-30_12-31-52.png?alt=media\&token=9d997fbf-5bfa-4522-9c32-067a1f7b0b43)

4. Lastly, blueprint diagrams for the large pieces like tables, sofas, armchairs, credenzas, etc., which show dimensions are very helpful.

![](https://2029237644-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2F8N1IA5a0lqRClKT5eQQ7%2Fuploads%2FNe3CE5IpYMOLgbaqAGGh%2F2020-07-30_12-38-41.png?alt=media\&token=a7421852-49df-4ae0-b269-df74ec2821b0)