Photography Checklist

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Home Photography Checklist

This checklist will help you prepare for your shoot. It's interactive so you can check off items as you go through the list, or you can download a .pdf copy that can be printed.

Checklist.pdf

Prior to Scheduling

Check the weather

Check the position of the sun

Exterior

Close all windows

Park vehicles on the street or in a closed garage

Rake the yard

Remove all children’s and pet’s toys

Put away all garbage cans

Put away all tools and supplies

Close all gates and garage doors

Remove all pool toys, visible cleaning supplies and equipment

Keep pets out of the yard during photo/video shoot

Interior

Clear the clutter… Put it away in a closet or cabinet, not just in another room

Clean the house… all the nooks and crannies

Turn on all lights and lamps

Close all windows and open curtains and blinds

Hide any visible cords

Put way all children’s and pet’s toys

Living/Family Room

Clear the mantle of personal photos

Turn off televisions

Light a fire in the fireplace

Replace any large family portraits with generic artwork

Straighten book shelves

Straighten rugs and throw pillows

Dining Room

Set the table or clear everything except a small centerpiece

Kitchen

Remove all refrigerator magnets, photos, artwork, etc.

Clear the top of the refrigerator

Clear the counter tops

Put away all portable appliances

Put away all cleaning supplies

Put away all towels, including wash rags and dish towels

Hide garbage cans in closet or pantry

Put away all pet's water and food bowls

Bedrooms

Make beds

Remove anything stored under beds if there is no dust ruffle to cover it

Put away all shoes and clothing

Clear bedside tables, leaving only lamp, clock and one or two books

Clear or straighten dresser

Straighten book shelves

Walk-In Closets

Tidy up by organizing/sorting clothing and shoes

Matching hangers are a nice touch

Bathrooms

Open shower curtains

Put toilet seat down

Put out fresh, matching towels

Hide all bath products from tubs/showers, including bars of soap, shampoos, washcloths, etc.

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

Hide all portable appliances, including hair dryers, curling irons, etc.

Hide all air fresheners, including those that plug in

Hide all cleaning products

Home Office

Hide all visible cords

Put away all paperwork

Hide facial tissue

Pets

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

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