How to Make a Framed Child's Silhouette

Materials Needed:

• digital camera
• computer
• printer
• printer paper
• black card stock
• cream mat board
• frame

• craft knife
• scissors
• cutting mat
• craft glue
• black permanent marker or paint pen
• ruler

Take Photo

Use a digital camera to take a profile photo of child; have the subject stand in front of a window or other light source to create a strong, clearly defined profile.

Print Photo

Upload image file to your computer and print photo onto standard printer paper to appropriate size for frame. Example: For a 5" x 7" frame, print a 5" x 7" photo or print a 4" x 6" photo if you'd prefer a slightly smaller scale silhouette. Tip: The smaller the image, the harder it will be to cut around facial features.

Enlarge Photo+Shrink Photo-

Cut Out Silhouette

Place printed photo over black card stock and cut away background from printed image leaving only the subject's silhouette (Images 1 and 2).