​DECLUTTER & REMOVE PERSONAL ITEMS

• Remove daily clutter from all rooms and surfaces

• Hide personal or sensitive items (family phots, collections, religious or political decor

• Put away garbage cans, dirty mats, rugs, paper towel rolls, stacks of mall, and phone chargers

• Remove pets (and children if possible) and their toys, bowls and litter boxes

• Keep countertops, nightstands, and shower areas clear and open (remove all soap bottles)

• ​Hide cords, routers, and remotes wherever possible

• Turn off ceiling fans and air diffusers (unplug them from wall outlets) before the shoot

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​CLEAN & TIDY

• Wipe windows, mirrors, & glass spotless

• Sweep, mop, & vacuum all floors

• Cleat countertops of small appliances and food leave only decor

• Dust vents, celling fans, and light fixtures

• Close toilet lids and hide toiletries and cleaning supplies

• Check for fingerprints on stainless steel and glossy surfaces

• Remove visible trash bins, recycling and hallway clutter

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MAKE REPAIRS​

• Fix visible defects ie holes, chipped paint, cracked titles or leaky faucets

• Replace missing outlet covers and switch plates

• Repair before the shoot-photographer won't digitally remove damage that misrepresents the property

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LIGHTING & WINDOWS

• Open curtains and blinds evenly for natural light

• Replace burned-out bulbs with daylight bulbs, and ensure consistent color temperature (6,000 kelvin is most ideal)

• Turn on all lights in every room unless instructed otherwise

• Turn off TV's and monitors to avoid color casts

• Remove or adjust window screens if they block sunlight

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EXTERIOR & CURB APPEAL

• Move vehicles, bikes and toys off-site or down the street

• Cut grass, sweep leaves, hide hoses and yard tools

• Skim pool water and remove vacuums or floats

• Arrange patio furniture neatly; open umbrellas if weather permits, uncover furniture, grills, and fire pits

• Add potted planets or flowers for curb appeal

• Complete landscaping, pressure washing or pool service at least one day before the shoot

• Hide trash bins the night before 

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TWILIGHT SHOOTS

• ​Turn on all interior and exterior lights, pool lights, tiki torches, and fire pits

• Ensure everything is on 30 mins before arrival-timing is critical. Once the sun has come up or gone down, we've lost our window

• Check timers on on outdoor lighting in advance, and ensure pool lights are working and set to preferred color

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VACATION RENTAL & AIRBNBS​

• Prepare the space as if guests arrive in 5 mins

• Stage towels, bedding, coffee setups and welcome material neatly

• Hide cleaning products, spare linens, or supplies

• Ensure all surfaces and appliances are spotless-detail shots reveal everything

• Complete staging before my arrival to maximize what we can accomplish during our shoot time

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LOGISTICS & COMMUNICATION

• Be ready 30-45 mins before the scheduled shoot

• Understand arrival time may vary slightly due to weather or traffic

• Cloudy days can be rescheduled or enhanced with sky replacements

• Provide gate codes, access details, and parking instructions in advance

• Secure pets and alert me to any hazards (aggressive dogs that haven't been removed, or construction areas, wet floors etc)

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FINAL QUICK CHECK

• All lights on

• Ceiling fans off

• Curtains EVEN

• Beds made pillows fluffed

• No cords or clutter visible

• Driveway empty

• Pool clean & ready

• Pets removed

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                   QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS? PLEASE TEXT 786.529.2548

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Your photo shoot will match my portfolio and the samples on my Instagram & Facebook. If you have a specific photo ideal or angle in mind, please let me know before or during the shoot. Please not that there will be a re-shoot fee for up to 10 extra photos.

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PHIL ROTHE PHOTOGRAPHY

Architectural | Hospitality  | Real Estate | Drone

Florida Suncoast

philrothephotography@gmail.com

786.529.2548

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