Real Estate Add-Ons
Enhancements That Elevate
Premium photography sets the stage, add-ons give your listing that extra edge.
Learn more about add-ons (Scroll or Click below.)
Digital Image Enhancement
A colorful image was added to the screen (using Photoshop) to add impact and grab attention. Display screens are normally edited to a neutral grey and any distracting reflections removed.
Refine, repair, and perfect your images — with natural-looking results.
Even with thoughtful preparation and careful shooting, small visual distractions, unavoidable imperfections, or details that don’t fully present as intended can occasionally appear in an image. Digital Image Enhancement addresses both subtle cleanup and selective additions with restraint—refining images without altering the truth of the space.
Whenever possible, I compose in-camera to minimize distractions from the start; Photoshop is never a substitute for proper preparation or a solution for issues that could have been addressed in advance.
When a minor issue is unavoidable or a subtle finishing touch meaningfully improves the image, careful digital editing may be applied. All enhancements are performed by hand in Photoshop, guided by realism and photographer discretion. Any work involving additional fees must be approved in advance.
Clean-Up & Repair
The art of subtle subtraction
Remember the Starbucks cup in Game of Thrones? Even the biggest productions miss a detail or two, and real estate photography is no exception. Clean-Up & Repair focuses on removing small visual distractions that can steal attention from the space itself, helping images feel calmer, cleaner, and more intentional while still accurately representing the property.
Typical examples include removing visible wires, small debris and “eye sores” on items that will not be sold with the house. (* Small digital repairs can be made if “real” repairs will be made before the listing goes live.) A long list of possibilities also includes correcting color temperature mismatches between light sources, eliminating mirror or window reflections, hiding a neighbor’s garbage can, etc. The goal is clarity, not perfection, allowing the architecture and design to remain the focus.
Pricing structure suggestions:
Per-image fee for minor removals (simple distractions, light color correction)
Tiered pricing for moderate vs. complex clean-up
Small bundle rate (e.g., up to 3–5 images at a reduced per-image cost)
Other distractions can also be fixed after the shoot such as a neighbors garbage can or small drywall damage that will be repaired before the first showing.
Remove distractions and imperfections that don’t belong — from power cords and wall scuffs to forgotten items on counters. Every correction is performed manually to maintain a natural, untouched appearance while ensuring the home looks its best.
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Unavoidable self reflections are edited at no charge of course.
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Visual Completion
Adding what should have been there
Visual Completion addresses elements that were intended to be present at the time of photography but were temporarily missing, not functioning, or visually underwhelming due to conditions beyond control. These enhancements are used selectively and only when they reflect the true condition and character of the property.
Enhance realism and warmth by digitally adding elements that complete the scene — light to a burnt-out bulb, water to an empty pool, or flames to a fireplace or firepit. These finishing touches create a lived-in, inviting feel while staying true to the property’s character.
Examples include adding a natural fire to a functioning fireplace that did not photograph well, illuminating a burned-out or dim bulb, or adding clean, realistic water to an empty pool when appropriate. All Visual Completion work is reviewed and approved in advance and is applied only when it supports accurate, ethical marketing.
These enhancements are designed to complete the visual story—not fabricate features or mislead the viewer.
Pricing structure suggestions:
Flat per-image rate for simple additions (fireplace flame, bulb illumination)
Higher per-image rate for more involved compositing (pools, exterior elements)
Clear note that pricing depends on complexity and intended usage
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Editing Disclaimer here?
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Some Clean-up & Repair Examples
Pricing is based on difficulty, time required to complete a task, deadline and photographer’s schedule. Pricing and whether an edit can be performed are at the photographer’s discretion. Request for C&R must be made in writing via text or email.
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Basic C&R $0 - $15
Often included at no charge. Small distractions like a piece of trash, a cord, foot prints.
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Advanced C&R $15 - $30 Per Image
Medium difficulty edits like sunspots, lockboxes, trash cans.
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Complex C&R $30+ Per Image
Complex Cleaning (Custom Quote): major edits requiring extensive Photoshop work.
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Common Request $00
Digital removal of a door lockbox. Not always possible with good results.
Some Visual Completion Examples
Pricing depends on complexity and
Editing Disclaimer
Digital editing isn’t automated — it’s detailed, hand-done work using Adobe tools, a stylus, and years of skill. Small fixes are included at no charge, but more complex edits are billed as an add-on because they require significant time to complete. NOT ALL EDITS ARE POSSIBLE / DOABLE.
Clean-up & Repair and Visual Completion should not be viewed as a “fix all” and should not be expected or relied upon. Edits can cost extra money and time to complete your listing photos.
Editing Disclaimer
Permanent features (such as powerlines, fixtures, billboards, or damage) cannot be digitally removed. Written requests are required for edits that alter the condition of the property (e.g., repairing paint or drywall). I use thoughtful camera angles to minimize eyesores without misrepresenting the home.
Editing Disclaimer
I do not edit or digitally remove anything integral to the home or property that could misrepresent it. Permanent items such as powerlines, fixtures, billboards, or damage cannot be removed. For requests like repairing paint or drywall in photos, I require a written request (a simple text is fine). My goal is to represent the property honestly while using camera angles and composition to minimize eyesores wherever possible.
Note: Permanent features (powerlines, fixtures, damage, etc.) cannot be digitally removed. Written requests are required for edits that alter the condition of the property. I always use skillful composition to minimize eyesores without misrepresentation.
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Sky Swaps
Sky Replacement / Swap – Unattractive grey skies may be replaced with a natural, realistic blue sky at no charge when appropriate, at the photographer’s discretion. Client-requested swaps outside of this standard practice are available for an additional fee.
We don’t swap skies just because we can. We do so when the existing sky is not photogenic.
When exterior conditions detract from an image, natural and realistic sky replacements are typically included at no charge, at the photographer’s discretion. Client-requested sky swaps that fall outside of this scope are available for an additional fee of $50 per property (up to 5 images), with additional images billed individually.
Twilight Services
Virtual Twilight Photography
A virtual twilight transforms a daytime image into an elegant evening scene—warm interior window glow, rich skies, and a refined, inviting mood. It delivers the visual appeal of “golden hour” without the constraints of weather or sunset timing.
At $50 per image, virtual twilight offers a flexible, cost-effective alternative to a true twilight session, adding atmosphere and polish while keeping timelines and budgets in check.
Real Twilight Photography
A real twilight session captures a property at the perfect balance of fading daylight and warm interior illumination—when the sky, landscape, and architecture come together naturally. The result is an authentic, high-impact image with depth, realism, and a premium feel that can’t be fully replicated.
Because true twilight photography requires precise timing, ideal weather, and extended on-site coverage, sessions start at $300 and are scheduled selectively. It’s a powerful option for luxury listings where first impressions matter most.
Virtual Twilight Photography vs. Real Twilight Photography
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Real (True)
Best for most listings
Look & Feel: Digitally enhanced evening scene with warm window glow and rich skies
Authenticity: Created from a daytime image
Visual Impact: Polished and attractive
Resolution: Optimized for web and MLS use; may be lower resolution than a true twilight capture
Image Use: Intended for marketing and illustrative purposes rather than strict visual accuracy
Image Details: Minor visual elements may be adjusted during the digital process
Disclosure: May require a “digital illustration” disclaimer
Scheduling: No timing or weather constraints
On-Site Time: No additional on-site time
Flexibility: Can be added after the shoot
Best For: Most listings, budget-conscious marketing, turnaround
Price: $50 per image
Best for luxury & showcase listings
Look & Feel: Naturally captured dusk lighting with authentic sky color and ambient balance
Authenticity: Captured on-site at actual twilight
Visual Impact: Highest impact, depth, and realism
Resolution: Full-resolution capture suitable for print and high-end marketing
Image Use: Accurate representation of the home and lighting conditions
Image Details: All elements are photographed as-is, with no illustrative alterations
Disclosure: No digital illustration disclaimer required
Scheduling: Requires precise sunset timing and favorable weather
On-Site Time: Extended on-site coverage
Flexibility: Must be scheduled in advance
Best For: Luxury listings, hero images, standout properties
Price: Starts at $300 per session
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Not Sure Which to Choose?
Virtual twilight is a practical, cost-effective enhancement for most listings. Real twilight is ideal when authenticity, resolution, and visual impact are top priorities. I’m always happy to help determine the best fit for your listing.
Virtual twilight images are digitally created and intended for marketing and illustrative purposes. In some cases, MLS or brokerage guidelines may require disclosure that the image is a digital illustration.
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