Photoshoot Preparation Checklist

 

Exterior

  • Close the windows

  • Park on the street or in a closed garage

  • Rake the yard

  • Remove all children’s or pet’s toys

  • Put away any garbage cans

  • Put away all tools and supplies

  • Close the gates and garage doors

  • Remove all pool toys, visible cleaning supplies and equipment

  • Keep the pets out of the yard during the photo shoot

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Interior

  • Clear the Clutter… Put it away in a closet or cabinet; don’t just stick it in another room.

  • Clean the House… All the nooks and crannies. 

  • Turn on all the lights and lamps. 

  • Close the windows and open the curtains and blinds 

  • Hide any visible cords 

  • Put away all children’s or pet’s toys

LIVING/FAMILY ROOM

  • Clear the mantle of personal photos

  • Turn off the television 

  • Light a fire in the fireplace

  • Replace any large family portraits with generic artwork

  • Straighten the book shelves

  • Straighten the rug and throw pillows

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DINING ROOM

  • Set the table or clear everything but a small centerpiece

KITCHEN

  • Remove all refrigerator magnets, photos, artwork, etc.

  • Clear the top of the fridge 

  • Clear the counter tops 

  • Put away all appliances 

  • Put away all cleaning supplies 

  • Put away all towels including wash rags and dish towels 

  • Hide the garbage can in a closet or pantry 

  • Put away any water or food bowls for pets

BEDROOM

  • Make the bed

  • Remove anything stored under the bed if there is no dust ruffle to cover it 

  • Put away all shoes and clothing 

  • Clear the bedside tables. 

  • Leave only the lamp, clock, and one or two books. 

  • Clear / straighten the dresser 

  • Straighten the book shelves

WALK-IN CLOSET

  • Tidy-up the closet by organizing / sorting clothing and shoes 

  • Matching hangers are a nice touch

BATHROOM

  • Open the shower curtains 

  • Put down the toilet seat and lid 

  • Put out fresh, matching towels 

  • Hide all bath products from the tub/shower including bars of soap, shampoo & conditioner, washcloths, etc. 

  • Hide all bath products from the sink including hand soap, makeup, etc. decorative soaps can stay 

  • Hide all appliances including the hair drier, curling iron, etc. 

  • Hide all air fresheners including those that plug in 

  • Hide all cleaning products

HOME OFFICE

  • Hide any visible cords 

  • Put away all paperwork 

  • Hide the facial tissue

PETS

  • It is the homeowner’s or agent’s responsibility to keep the pets out of the shot

  • Put away all toys, food and water bowls, and litter boxes