Clipping Paths

Introduction

For larger photography shoots, it is more time and cost efficient to send images away for clipping before they go to the retouch team.

Each job will have slightly different requirements depending on the content of the photography, the below is a guide to explain our standard requirements along with any variables.

Clipping Path Service

We use https://clippingpathindia.com/ for all of our photography clipping.

The email for the account is invoice@visual-method.com and the password can be found in Management Logins.

Starting A New Order

Once logged in, head to MY ORDERS and then START A NEW ORDER.

The option to select a template will appear, where possible choose an option. 'VM Standard' is a standard VM template that only requires an example image attaching (please contact the retouch department to create one) and a description of what is to be clipped.

Alternatively, there are more specific templates for our standard requests. These will have an example image and description already filled in, e.g. 'Bedding Only.'

If selecting a template and using the usual pricing, please skip to CREATE A NEW ORDER

Creating A Quote

After selecting a template you will be taken to a page for a new quote, and you will see the below options.

For all photography for comping, please select the below options: Tick Image Masking, enter how many images are required, select NO for resizing and straightening/cropping, and add a note roughly describing what is required to be cutout.

Example Imagery

You will be asked to submit an example image, please upload an image from the shoot that shows the most typical amount of intricacy.
If you need an example image before the shoot has taken place, please contact the retouch team.

The below is an example of an image the retouch team can supply for absolute clarity.

Create A New Order

Enter the number of images, and depending on the required turnaround-time, 24hrs is standard pricing.

This will give you a total price you can check the image specs, pleas ensure you choose the below options, this is critical to ensure useable images.

DO NOT select Straighten, crop and set margin. - This can create many inconsistencies so should always be avoided.

You will now be taken to the checkout and after this can upload the required files.