Lighting and photography are powerful tools for presenting realistic sex dolls in a way that emphasizes craftsmanship without sensationalism. Soft, diffuse light helps reveal skin texture, contours, and subtle color shifts, enabling potential buyers to assess realism and finish accurately. Key lighting techniques include three-point lighting: a key light to define form, a fill light to reduce harsh shadows, and a backlight or rim light to separate the figure from the background. Color temperature should match the intended mood, with warmer tones enhancing warmth and intimacy, while cooler tones can suggest clinical precision or artistry. Angles matter: low angles can accentuate stature, while overhead shots emphasize posture and joint articulation. Reflectors and diffusers help modulate glare on glossy surfaces, ensuring detail remains visible across images. Photography environment should be clean and uncluttered, using neutral backgrounds that don’t distract from the subject. Post-production adjustments—such as color correction, sharpening, and minor retouching—should preserve realism without creating an over-polished look. A well-lit, thoughtfully composed portfolio communicates quality, informs new buyers, and highlights the subtle engineering that enables lifelike performance. For collectors, it’s about understanding how light interacts with texture, tone, and form to convey true presence.