Built for the people who sell spaces
Process
How It Works
Three steps. That's it. No photographer, no scheduling, no complexity.
01
Send What You Have
Phone photos, MLS uploads, old DSLR shots — whatever you’ve got. We work with it all.
02
We Work Our Magic
Cinematic color grading, twilight conversions, mood lighting — your photos get the full editorial treatment.
03
Imagery That Sells
Magazine-quality photos delivered to your inbox. Ready for MLS, social media, and print — in 24 hours.
24hr
Average Turnaround
3
Free Sample Photos
0
Photographers Needed
100%
Satisfaction Guarantee
Our Work
See the Difference
Drag to compare. Same photos, completely different story.
Exterior Enhancement
Interior Enhancement
Restaurant Ambiance
Food Photography
Portfolio
Our Gallery
Drag to compare. Every image started as a standard listing photo.
Why Velvet
The Real Cost of "Good Enough" Photos
Right now you're choosing between a $2,000 photographer and phone photos that don't sell. There's a better way — and it starts with the photos you already have.
Traditional Photography
Hiring a Professional
- Twilight shoot$200–$500
- Interior photos (25 images)$300–$600
- Editing & color grading$150–$300
- Virtual staging (3 rooms)$225–$450
- Scheduling1–2 weeks
- Revisions$100–$300+
Velvet Images
Send Your Existing Photos
- Day-to-twilight conversionIncluded
- Cinematic enhancement (30 photos)Included
- Editorial color gradingIncluded
- Sky replacementIncluded
- Turnaround24 hours
- RevisionsIncluded
You already have the photos. No photographer needed. No scheduling. No weather delays. No reshoots.
Skip the Photographer
No scheduling, no weather delays, no $1,500 invoices. Send us the photos you already have.
Back in Your Hands in 24 Hours
Most photographers take 1–2 weeks. We deliver cinematic results the next day.
Photos That Actually Move Properties
Twilight shots get 76% more views. When your listing looks cinematic, buyers stop scrolling and start calling.
Scale Without Limits
One listing or fifty. Same quality, same turnaround. We grow with your business.
Client Stories
What Our Clients Say
Sent over iPhone photos from a vacant condo and the transformation was unreal. Twilight exterior, moody interiors — looked like a magazine shoot. Took less than a day.
Chicago Agent
Residential, Early Access
We were paying $800+ per listing for a photographer. Same quality here for a fraction of the cost, and I don’t have to schedule anything. Just upload and wait.
IL Listing Agent
Commercial, Early Access
The food photos went from flat phone shots to something I’d put on a billboard. Updated our Google listing and the difference in engagement was immediate.
Wicker Park Restaurant
Owner, Early Access
Free Sample
See the Velvet Difference — On Us
Wondering if it's worth it? We get it. Send us 3 photos from your next listing or venue and we'll show you exactly what your imagery could look like.
Real Estate
Per-Listing Pricing
One listing, one price. Send us the photos, get back cinematic imagery. No commitments.
Essential
The Touch-Up
Color grading, lighting correction, mood boost
Up to 15 photos · 48-hour delivery
- ✦Up to 15 images enhanced
- ✦Professional color grading
- ✦Lighting correction & balance
- ✦Atmospheric depth enhancement
- ✦Web + MLS-ready files
- ✦48-hour turnaround
Cinematic
The Transformation
Full cinematic — twilight conversions, dramatic skies, editorial grading
Up to 30 photos · 24-hour delivery
- ✦Up to 30 images enhanced
- ✦Full cinematic twilight conversion
- ✦Dramatic sky replacement
- ✦Rich editorial color grading
- ✦Interior mood lighting overhaul
- ✦24-hour priority turnaround
- ✦Social media crop variants
Luxury
The Showcase
The full arsenal — magazine quality for high-value listings
Unlimited photos · Same-day available
- ✦Unlimited images enhanced
- ✦Full cinematic + editorial grading
- ✦Day-to-twilight on all exteriors
- ✦Virtual staging — up to 3 rooms
- ✦Item removal & declutter
- ✦Same-day rush available
- ✦Custom agent branding overlay
- ✦Social media kit included
Restaurants & Hospitality
Per-Project Pricing
One project, one price. Send us your photos and we transform them into imagery that fills seats.
Starter
The Tasting
Menus, Google listing, or social feed refresh
Up to 10 images · 3-day delivery
- ✦Up to 10 images enhanced
- ✦Cinematic mood conversion
- ✦Color grading & warm tone shift
- ✦Social + web + print files
- ✦3-day turnaround
Standard
The Full Spread
Complete visual refresh — food, interiors, ambiance
Up to 30 images · 48-hour delivery
- ✦Up to 30 images enhanced
- ✦Full cinematic treatment
- ✦Food photography enhancement
- ✦Interior mood lighting
- ✦48-hour priority turnaround
- ✦All platform crops (IG, Google, Yelp)
Premium
The Experience
Total visual package — openings, rebrands, luxury venues
Unlimited images · 24-hour delivery
- ✦Unlimited images enhanced
- ✦Full cinematic + editorial grading
- ✦Hero imagery for website & ads
- ✦Menu photography optimization
- ✦All platform sizing
- ✦Print collateral imagery
- ✦3 rounds of revisions
For Repeat Clients
Monthly Retainer Options
When we're part of your regular workflow, everyone wins. Better pricing, faster turnaround, and a team that knows your brand.
Real Estate — Agent
Agent Retainer
$399–$599/mo
Based on volume · 3-month minimum
- ✦5–12+ listings per month included
- ✦15–unlimited images per listing
- ✦Priority 24-hour turnaround
- ✦Dedicated Slack or text support
- ✦Social media crops included
- ✦Volume discount vs. per-listing
Real Estate — Brokerage
Brokerage Retainer
$249–$349/agent/mo
Min. 5 agents · Per-seat pricing
- ✦Per-agent allocation, one account
- ✦10–unlimited listings per agent
- ✦Deeper discounts at 11+ and 21+ seats
- ✦Single invoice for the whole team
- ✦Priority turnaround for all agents
- ✦Dedicated account manager
Restaurant & Hospitality
Venue Retainer
$299–$999/mo
Based on volume · 3-month minimum
- ✦20–unlimited images per month
- ✦Seasonal menu updates included
- ✦Social media content support
- ✦Event & special coverage
- ✦All platform sizing included
- ✦Priority turnaround always
À La Carte
Add-On Services
| Service | Details | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Staging | Furnished room renders — modern, luxury, or custom | $34/img |
| Rush Delivery | Same-day turnaround on any package | +$74 |
| Sky Replacement | Dramatic twilight or golden hour sky composites | $14/img |
| Item Removal | Remove clutter, vehicles, signs, objects | $9/img |
| Social Media Kit | Carousel templates, story formats, platform crops | $74 |
| Brand Overlay | Custom watermark and branding on deliverables | $49 setup |
| Extra Images | Additional images beyond package limit | $7/img |
Questions
Frequently Asked
Whatever you’ve got. iPhone shots, MLS uploads, old DSLR photos — we’ve worked with all of them. Better starting quality means a more dramatic transformation, but you’d be surprised what we can do with a basic phone photo. We recommend at least 1080p resolution for the best results.
Most packages deliver in 24–48 hours. Our Cinematic and Luxury tiers come with 24-hour priority turnaround. If you need photos same-day, we offer rush delivery as an add-on for $74.
That’s exactly why we exist. You don’t need a photographer. Send us the photos you already have and we handle the rest — cinematic grading, twilight conversion, mood lighting, the works. No scheduling, no weather worries, no waiting.
Every package includes revision rounds. If something isn’t quite right, tell us and we’ll adjust until it is. We stand behind every image with a 100% satisfaction guarantee — your trust matters more to us than any single order.
Every delivery includes web-ready, MLS-ready, and print-ready files. Higher tiers also come with social media crops sized for Instagram, Facebook, Google Business, Yelp, and more — ready to post without any extra work on your end.
Send us photos of empty rooms and we furnish them digitally with photorealistic furniture and decor. You pick the style — modern, luxury, minimalist, or something custom. It’s included with our Luxury tier (3 rooms) or available as an add-on at $34 per image.
We do — and we love it. Restaurants, bars, hotels, event venues. The same cinematic treatment that transforms a listing transforms a dining room. Food photography, interior mood lighting, and platform-specific crops for Google, Yelp, UberEats, and social media.
We offer monthly retainers for agents, brokerages, and venues who need regular work. Volume pricing, priority turnaround, and a dedicated point of contact. Brokerage plans start at $249 per agent per month with deeper discounts at scale. Reach out and we’ll put together something that fits.
About Us
The Story Behind Velvet
Built in Chicago. Built to sell.
We started Velvet Images because we kept seeing the same problem: talented agents and passionate restaurant owners stuck choosing between $2,000 photo shoots and flat iPhone shots that don’t do their spaces justice. Neither option felt right.
So we built something better. Our cinematic enhancement process takes the photos you already have and transforms them into editorial-quality imagery — the kind that makes someone stop mid-scroll and book a showing. No photographer to schedule. No weather to worry about. No two-week wait.
We’re a small, dedicated team based in Chicago. We care about your success because your success is ours. Want to see what we can do? Send us 3 photos — on us. No credit card, no commitment. Just proof that your imagery can look like this.
Get In Touch
Start Your Project
Tell us about your project and we'll get back to you within a few hours. Or send your photos straight to hello@velvetimages.com.
Turnaround
24–48 hours standard
Availability
7 days a week
Based In
Chicago, IL — Serving Nationwide
Ready?
Let’s transform your imagery.
Your photos deserve better than a filter. Send them to us and see what cinematic enhancement really looks like. First project back in your hands within 24 hours.