REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY
MIDWEST
PHOTO CHECKLIST
BEFORE THE PHOTO SHOOT – PREPARE
☐ Open all blinds and drapes.
☐ Turn off all ceiling fans.
☐ Turn on all lights and replace any burned out bulbs.
☐ Dust and Sweep.
☐ Wash windows.
☐ Hide interior and exterior trash cans.
☐ Hide cords when you can.
☐ Pets should be removed from the property during the photo shoot.
☐ For the smoothest photo shoot, we kindly ask that agents/homeowners
remain off the property when possible while photography is taking place.
☐ Hide pet bowls, litter boxes, and toys.
☐ Remove extra clutter from all counters.
☐ Store boxes and extra items in the garage, basement, or closets.
☐ Put down the toilet seats. Remove personal items from the shower and tub
or close curtain.
☐ Feel free to set dining tables or style other areas to make it look more
inviting.
☐ Hide expensive items like jewelry. The photos are online so it’s better to be. safe.
☐ Take down any family pictures that you might not want online.
☐ Make sure all beds are made, blankets are folded, and pillows are placed
nicely.
☐ Put away extra coats, shoes, and other clothing.
☐ Keep vehicles out of the driveway and off the street in front of the house.
☐ Remove any exterior clutter from the lawn like hoses, toys, bikes, etc.
☐ Mow the grass and have your gardens looking their best.
☐ Sweep the walkways.
☐ Make sure pools and spas are clean and open so we can show them off.
Thank you so much for all your help! We know life can be busy so if you can’t get everything on the list checked off that’s okay. Just do the best you can and we will try to work around whatever we need to do to photograph your home!
