How I made... An Aerial Twilight

Making a multi-layer twilight edit from an aerial drone image is a skill every real estate photographer should master. A single photo is never enough to capture the full depth of a twilight scene—you need to blend multiple exposures to achieve the perfect final image.

In this video, I walk you through my full editing process for creating a stunning aerial twilight photo. From selecting the right exposures in Lightroom to layer masking and blending in Photoshop, I’ll show you step-by-step how to transform a good image into an incredible twilight masterpiece.

What You’ll Learn:

✅ Why one image isn’t enough for twilight photography
✅ How to align multiple exposures in Photoshop for aerial shots
✅ The best masking & blending techniques for twilight edits
✅ How to remove distractions & enhance details for a polished final image
✅ Final Lightroom adjustments to perfect the exposure & colors

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00:00 – Introduction & why twilight edits need multiple images
00:34 – The philosophy of composite editing
01:53 – Why post-production is as important as shooting
03:39 – Selecting the best exposures for the edit
04:24 – Setting up the base twilight exposure
07:46 – Working with highlights & shadows
09:53 – Auto-aligning aerial shots in Photoshop
11:13 – Layering & masking for a natural twilight look
14:57 – Finalizing highlights, shadows & details
18:44 – Removing distractions & refining the image
22:46 – Straightening, color grading & final export
28:00 – Final thoughts & editing takeaways

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