Twilight Photos & Virtual Twilight

A home photographed at dusk, with warm light glowing from every window against a deep blue sky, is one of the most eye-catching images in real estate. Twilight photos make your listing the one buyers stop scrolling for. Sham RE Media offers two ways to get that look: a real twilight shoot or a virtual twilight edit.

Real twilight photos

For a real twilight shoot, your photographer arrives shortly before sunset and captures the exterior during the "blue hour," when the sky glows and the interior lights balance with the evening light. It's the most authentic look and is ideal for luxury homes, homes with great landscape lighting, pools or water views.

Virtual twilight

Virtual twilight turns one of your daytime exterior photos into a dusk scene: the sky is replaced with a sunset, the windows are lit and the lighting is adjusted to match. There's no second visit and no waiting for the right weather, which makes it perfect as a budget-friendly hero image.

Which one is right for your listing?

• Choose real twilight when the property has standout lighting, a pool, water views or a high price point, or when you want a full set of evening exterior shots.
• Choose virtual twilight when you want one striking front image for the MLS and social media without scheduling an evening visit.

How to prepare for a twilight shoot

• Turn on every interior and exterior light, including lamps, under-cabinet lights and landscape lighting.
• Open blinds and curtains on windows that face the street.
• Move cars, trash bins and hoses out of view.
• If there's a pool or fire pit, have it on and ready.

Pricing and quotes

Pricing depends on the size of the home and the services you choose. Request a quote or call (617) 858-7268 and we'll send a price for your listing.

Add twilight to any shoot when you book at book.shamremedia.com, or request a quote. Twilight pairs beautifully with drone aerials, and a twilight exterior makes a great opening shot for a listing video. Vacant home? Combine virtual twilight with virtual staging. We shoot twilight across Greater Boston, the North Shore, the Merrimack Valley and Southern New Hampshire.