Pre-shoot checklist
Get the home
camera-ready.
A few simple steps the day before make the difference between good photos and the ones that sell. Here is the room-by-room.
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A few simple steps make a big difference.
Whole house
- Turn on every light and replace dead bulbs
- Open blinds and curtains for natural light
- Turn ceiling fans and TVs off
- Tidy and declutter every surface
- Hide cords, chargers, and trash cans
Kitchen
- Clear counters, except one or two decor pieces
- Remove magnets, notes, and dishes
- Hide sponges, soap, and towels
- Stage a simple bowl of fruit or flowers
Bathrooms
- Clear counters of toiletries
- Fresh, folded towels on the racks
- Toilet lids down
- Remove bath mats and trash cans
Living & bedrooms
- Make the beds and fluff pillows
- Remove personal photos if preferred
- Straighten furniture and rugs
- Tuck away toys, pet beds, and laundry
Exterior & curb appeal
- Mow, edge, and clear leaves
- Move cars, trash bins, and hoses out of view
- Sweep porches, decks, and the pool deck
- Add a tidy doormat or potted plant
For drone & twilight
- Clear the driveway and yard of vehicles
- Uncover the pool and skim the surface
- For virtual twilight, leave interior lights on
- Let us know about gates or access codes
A quick word
The cleaner the home, the better the photos.
Our cameras capture detail the eye glosses over, so a quick declutter and a wipe-down of surfaces pays off in every frame.
Don't stress about perfection, do what you can, and we'll handle the angles, light, and finishing touches. Anything you can't get to, just let your photographer know.
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