Pre-Shoot Guide
Select your Industry to view our pre-shoot checklist for property and vessel photoshoot readiness.
The Essentials
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All lights on before we arrive. Replace any burned-out bulbs at least 24 hours ahead.
Let the light in. Where there is a view, we will frame it.
Every fan off. Movement blurs in a still frame.
No cars in the drive, and the street in front kept clear where possible.
Out of the home or contained for the shoot, for their safety and our equipment.
The Finishing Touches
Tuck away visible cords, remotes and game consoles.
Move bins to the side of the property or into the garage.
Cleaning and staging finished before we arrive, ideally the day before.
Occupants off the property, or in a room we will not be shooting.
We rarely photograph garages, which makes them the right place for anything you would rather keep off camera.
The Essentials
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Hull, decks and glass washed the day before or the morning of. Salt spotting shows on camera.
Canvas, helm and cushion covers removed and stowed out of sight.
Lines coiled, fenders stowed unless docked, dock carts and loose gear gone.
Shore power or generator running. Every cabin, cockpit and underwater light working.
Slip number, gate codes and parking shared ahead. Let the dockmaster know we may fly a drone.
The Finishing Touches
Berths made, cushions set, galley and helm cleared of personal items.
Chargers, paperwork, toiletries and spare gear tucked away below.
Stainless, teak and isinglass wiped down. No water spots.
If we are capturing her underway: captain confirmed, fuel topped off, route agreed.
Owners and crew clear of the shot, or dressed for camera if they will appear.
Questions before the shoot? Call (772) 666-5464 or email info@iriscreativeco.com.
