DIY iris photography can be a fun and interesting project.

Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you capture detailed images of your iris:

1. Equipment needed:
   • DSLR or mirrorless camera. A smartphone with a good macro lens can also work 🙂
   • Macro lens or macro extension tubes
   • External light source (a small LED flashlight or ring light)
   • Tripod (optional but helpful)
2. Set up your shot:
   • Find a well-lit area, preferably with natural light
   • Position the subject so their eye is clearly visible and they’re comfortable
   • Set up your camera on a tripod if possible
3. Camera settings:
   • Use manual focus
   • Set a small aperture (high f-number) for greater depth of field
   • Use a fast shutter speed to avoid motion blur
   • Set ISO as low as possible while maintaining proper exposure
4. Focusing:
   • Use live view on your camera’s LCD screen
   • Zoom in digitally to ensure sharp focus on the iris details
5. Lighting:
   • Use an external light source at about a 45-degree angle to the eye
   • This helps illuminate the iris and create contrast
6. Taking the photo:
   • Ask the subject to open their eye wide
   • Review and UPLOAD:
     • Review your images to select the best captures that showcase the beauty and details of the iris.
     • UPLOAD here your DIY iris photo and we’ll enhance it through our post-processing algorithms, in order to get great wall art.

• TIP: Patience and Practice. Achieving high-quality iris photography requires patience and practice. Experiment with different settings, lighting conditions, and compositions to refine your technique.