Magick Broom Costume Photography – Green Screen Technology

Your Salem witch fantasy gets a polished studio finish here: you dress in a robe, cape, and hat, pose on a broom, and let green-screen editing send you over moonlit skies, Salem landmarks, or a stormy cemetery. The finished digital gallery gives you 15 flying portraits, built from your chosen poses and backdrops.

I like the personal attention and the clean, easy-to-access costumes. I also like that you choose the mood of your final pictures, from soft pastel skies to moody moon craters and dramatic clouds. The main drawback is the price: at $129 per person, this is a short photo session, and the actual posing may take only a few minutes.

The experience suits solo visitors, couples booking separately, families arranging a special shoot, and anyone who wants a lasting Salem keepsake instead of another standard snapshot. Just know that hair, makeup, wigs, and footwear are not included, so you need to arrive ready to play the part.

Key points to know before you book

• Your final gallery includes 15 witch-flying portraits, created from three poses and five selected backdrops.
• You choose one costume, including a dress or robe, cape, and hat.
• The three backdrop styles change the whole mood, from realistic moon detail to bright skies or a storm-filled cemetery.
• The shoot is quick, even though the full appointment takes about 40 minutes.
• The staff handles styling, photography, and editing, but not hair, makeup, wigs, or shoes.
• Book early for busy Salem dates, since this experience is commonly reserved about 56 days ahead.

Arriving at 172 Essex Street in Salem

You begin at 172 Essex St, Salem, Massachusetts, in the center of one of the city’s most witch-themed areas. The activity ends at the same location, which makes it easy to fit into a day of walking around Salem.

The appointment lasts about 40 minutes. That timing matters because you are not signing up for a long guided tour or a full afternoon attraction. This is a focused studio experience that works well between museum visits, historic sites, shopping, and lunch.

The booking information lists the activity as mobile-ticketed and offered in English. It also lists a maximum of one traveler, so treat this as a solo appointment unless Witch Pix confirms another arrangement for your party. Some family bookings have included separate solo and group photo sessions, but you should check the exact setup before reserving.

The studio is near public transportation, and service animals are allowed. You should have a moderate level of physical fitness, which likely relates to changing clothes, standing, and posing. No strenuous activity is involved, but this is not a sit-down portrait session from start to finish.

Choosing your witch costume

One of the nicest parts of the visit is the costume selection. You receive one costume per person, made up of a dress or robe, cape, and hat. The clothing is designed to create a clear witch character quickly, without asking you to bring a full outfit from home.

The costume range appears to be broad enough to give you real choices. One teenager selected among several outfits, capes, hats, and shoes, although footwear is not included in the package itself. Another older participant especially enjoyed being dressed by the staff and felt the finished portraits made her look fabulous.

That last point is important if you dislike having your picture taken. The costume and studio lighting do much of the work. You do not need to arrive as an expert actor or fashion stylist. The staff helps you get into the look, then guides you through the posing.

You should arrive with your own hair and makeup done. Hair styling, makeup, wigs, and footwear are not part of the price. If you want a traditional pointed-hat look, plan your hair around the hat rather than expecting a full salon treatment.

The costume is also one reason this can work across generations. An eight-year-old’s birthday shoot and a grandmother’s broom portrait can both fit the same playful idea. The tone is light and theatrical, not frightening, so it suits children and adults who enjoy dressing up.

The broom session is short but carefully directed

The actual broom posing may be surprisingly brief, sometimes around three minutes. That can sound disappointing when you first see the price, but the appointment includes costume selection, staff direction, photography, and the later digital work.

You will likely pose in a few different ways, then choose your three favorite poses for the final set. The photographer and editor create the illusion of flight by removing the green background and placing you into selected sky scenes.

This is where staff direction matters. A good broom portrait depends on body angle, hand placement, facial expression, and the position of the hat and cape. The team has been praised for explaining the process clearly and working patiently with people who are not comfortable in front of a camera.

You do not need to invent a character or perform a long scene. You can keep it simple, smile, look mysterious, or play the part of a witch caught mid-flight. The studio format keeps the process moving, which is useful if you are visiting Salem with a packed day.

I would still take a moment before the shoot to think about the mood you want. A serious expression works better with the stormy cemetery gallery. A broad smile fits the pastel skies and local landmarks. You only have a short time in front of the camera, so arriving with two or three pose ideas can help.

Three backdrop galleries, three very different moods

Your finished images depend heavily on the gallery you choose. You select five sky and moon backdrops from one of three themed collections, so take a little time to consider the kind of Salem memory you want.

Celestial Moon Gallery

The Celestial Moon Gallery uses detailed moon surfaces, crater textures, and changing color tones. These images are intended to feel moody and realistic rather than bright and cartoon-like.

Choose this set if you want a classic night-flight portrait. The moon gives the broomstick image a strong focal point, and the darker mood can make your costume feel more dramatic.

This option may be best for serious portraits, older children, or adults who want something atmospheric. Dark clothing and a cape should read well against the moonlit backgrounds, though your exact result will depend on the costume and pose you select.

Magick Avenue Gallery

The Magick Avenue Gallery is the cheerful choice. It uses lighter skies, pastel colors, rainbows, and recognizable local or famous attractions.

This gallery makes sense for a birthday, a family keepsake, or anyone who wants the playful side of Salem. The local sights also tie the image more closely to your visit, rather than leaving you with a generic fantasy scene.

If you are taking portraits for a child, this may be the easiest gallery to enjoy. The brighter color palette feels friendly, and the local references add a sense of place.

The Dark Side Gallery

The Dark Side Gallery is the most dramatic option, with night skies, heavy clouds, reflections, and a cemetery filled with stormy atmosphere.

Choose it if you want a portrait that looks like a movie poster. It is less sweet than the pastel gallery and more theatrical than the standard moon scene.

This set may not suit very young children who want a cheerful birthday picture, but it is a good match for a Halloween visit or anyone who prefers a mysterious look. The cemetery setting also connects directly with Salem’s darker witchcraft image without requiring an outdoor night tour.

How the 15-image gallery works

The package gives you a complete digital gallery of 15 witch-flying portraits. You choose three favorite poses from your shoot and five backdrops from the selected gallery.

That creates a useful variety without requiring a long studio session. Each pose can be presented in each of the five chosen settings, giving you different combinations to save, share, or print later.

The wording suggests that the package is centered on digital delivery, not physical prints. If you want framed pictures, paper copies, or extra edits, ask about those options before you arrive. One previous customer also paid an additional $20 to add a black cat to the images. The extra charge was not part of the base package, though the money supports local animal shelters.

That cat option could be a charming addition for children or animal lovers, but it changes the final cost. At $129 already, I would decide in advance how much you want to spend on extras.

The editing is the heart of the experience. You are not simply receiving pictures taken in front of a green wall. The editor turns the poses into finished fantasy portraits, which is why the quality of the final work matters more than the length of the camera session.

Is $129 a fair price?

At $129 per person, this is not a budget activity. You are paying for a costume-based studio visit, staff assistance, professional photography, green-screen editing, and 15 digital portraits.

The value improves if you care about the finished images. A quick amusement with no useful souvenir would be hard to justify at this price. A carefully edited gallery that becomes a birthday gift, family keepsake, or Salem memento is easier to defend.

The package also gives you more than one final image. You choose three poses and five backgrounds, so the result has variety. That makes the experience more useful for sharing with family or keeping as a personal set.

Still, you should set expectations correctly. The camera portion is fast. You are not getting a long fashion shoot with professional makeup, hair styling, multiple costumes, or unlimited poses. The single costume limit and excluded extras keep the package focused.

I would call it good value for someone who specifically wants a polished witch-flying gallery. I would skip it if you only want a quick novelty photo or if you are trying to keep your Salem day inexpensive.

The staff makes the short appointment work

The most consistent strength is the staff. The costume team helps you dress, the photographer guides the poses, and the editor creates the final images. The people handling each step have been praised for being kind, professional, patient, and clear.

That matters because green-screen photography can feel awkward if nobody tells you where to look or how to hold your body. The team’s job is to make the process feel easy, especially for children, older adults, and people who normally avoid cameras.

The staff also appears willing to handle reasonable special requests. One customer received a personalized request and appreciated the care taken with it. You should ask early rather than assume every request is possible.

The tone is another plus. This is playful without being overly complicated. You put on the costume, take direction, and watch the studio turn a simple broom pose into a flying image.

Who will enjoy this most?

I would recommend this for:

• Solo visitors who want a personal Salem souvenir
• Parents arranging a birthday activity for a child
• Grandparents and grandchildren looking for a shared, lighthearted memory
• Couples or families willing to arrange the booking format in advance
• People who enjoy costumes but do not want to organize a full outfit
• Anyone who values a finished digital gallery more than a long attraction

It is less suited to anyone seeking a traditional historic tour, an outdoor Salem experience, or a long photography session. It also may not be ideal if you want professional hair and makeup included.

The experience is especially good for people who usually say they are not photogenic. The costume, direction, and editing give you a clear role to play, and the final images do not look like ordinary snapshots.

Timing, booking, and cancellation details

The appointment is offered in English and uses a mobile ticket. It is commonly reserved about 56 days in advance, so I would book early for October, weekends, school holidays, and birthday dates.

Free cancellation is available if you cancel at least 24 hours before the local start time. Canceling or changing the booking inside that 24-hour window means you will not receive a refund, so check your Salem schedule before committing.

Because the activity ends where it begins, you do not need to arrange a separate return trip. Its central meeting point also makes it practical to add before or after other Salem activities, though you should allow enough time to walk between appointments.

My verdict: book it for the pictures

Book this experience if you want a playful Salem memory with a professional finish. The 15-image digital gallery, choice of three poses, and five backdrops give you more lasting value than a single novelty shot, while the costume staff and photographer make the process easy.

The price is the main question. You are paying $129 for a short shoot, and extras such as a black cat cost more. But if the finished images are the point, the package offers a clear keepsake and a fun story to bring home.

I would choose the Celestial Moon Gallery for a classic witch portrait, Magick Avenue for a child or family birthday, and The Dark Side for a dramatic Halloween-style image. Arrive with your makeup and hair ready, decide on your mood, and book well ahead for popular Salem dates.

FAQ

Where does the Magick Broom Costume Photography experience begin?

It begins at 172 Essex St, Salem, Massachusetts 01970. The activity ends back at the same meeting point.

How long does the experience last?

The appointment lasts approximately 40 minutes. The actual broom photo session may be much shorter, with one account describing the posing portion as about three minutes.

What is included in the costume?

One costume per customer is included. It consists of a dress or robe, cape, and hat.

Are hair, makeup, wigs, and shoes included?

No. Hair styling, makeup, wigs, and footwear are not included in the package.

How many finished portraits do I receive?

You receive a complete digital gallery with 15 witch-flying portraits. You choose three favorite poses and five backdrops from the selected gallery.

Can I cancel for a refund?

Yes, if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before the start time are not refundable.