Shoot Prep Guide

Prepare Your Home for Shoot Day

Whether you're preparing for standard real estate photography, vacation rental photography for Airbnb or VRBO, or a luxury listing shoot in Central Florida — following this checklist ensures your photos look their absolute best.

Save or print this checklist to share with your sellers before the appointment.

Necessary

Must be done before the photographer arrives.

Turn on all overhead lights and lamps throughout the home

Open all blinds and curtains to let in natural light

Turn all ceiling fans OFF

Remove all cars from the driveway and front of home

Put all toilet seats down

Remove real estate yard signs from the front yard

Remove all trash cans from sight (inside and outside)

Keep pets secured and away from the shoot area

Ensure all rooms are clean and free of clutter

Important

Strongly recommended for best results.

Make all beds with fresh, wrinkle-free linens

Clear kitchen countertops completely (no appliances or items)

Clear bathroom countertops of all personal care items

Remove clutter from all rooms — less is more

Place shoes, jackets, and bags in closets

Clear nightstands of personal items

Hide all charging cables and power cords

Remove floor rugs in bathrooms to reveal tile flooring

Tidy the garage if it is part of the shoot

Suggestions

Nice touches that elevate the final photos.

Add fresh flowers or a green plant for a pop of color

Replace any burnt-out or mismatched light bulbs

Neatly fold and display fresh towels in bathrooms

Add decorative throw pillows and a folded blanket on sofas

Clear the pool deck of floats, toys, and equipment

Remove pet bowls, crates, beds, and pet toys

Remove shampoo, soap, and toiletry bottles from showers

Wipe down all mirrors and glass surfaces

Set the dining table with simple, clean place settings

Pro Tips from Our Team

Schedule twilight or blue hour shots

Twilight real estate photos Orlando are some of our most-requested add-ons. Blue hour photography — shot just after sunset — captures warm interior light, dramatic skies, and pool illumination that daytime photos can't match. Ask about twilight add-ons when booking.

Don't over-stage

A few tasteful decorative items are perfect. Too many personal items or knick-knacks make rooms feel smaller and distract buyers.

Landscaping matters

Mow the lawn, trim hedges, and clear leaves or debris from the driveway and walkway before the shoot. Curb appeal starts with the first exterior shot.

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