Need Studio Space? Our gorgeous studio is 1800 square feet with a 624-square-foot shooting area, 13 -foot ceiling, a wall of windows for natural light photography, and a large enough space that will only be limited by your imagination. Needs strobes? We gotcha covered. For only $20 extra an hour you can use our lights (Alien Bees) and modifiers making it super convenient. We also have two seamless paper wall systems. This studio has a private room for in-person sales, & a dedicated hair and makeup room. Let's start creating!! Our Studio Features: • Natural Light • Furniture, Props, Sets, Backdrops, and Accessories • 13 Foot High Ceilings • Consultation & In-Person Sales Rooms • Lighting Equipment for Rent • Makeup Room • Wardrobe Room • Private Locked Space • Restroom • Hardwood Floor & white floor • White, Gray, & Black Walls • 624 SQ FT Shooting Space • Ample Daylight (Even on Rainy Days) • Bluetooth Speaker • Heat & Fans • Street Level | No Stairs Included: • Sandbags • 4 V-Flats • Numerous Backgrounds & Stands (Seamless you pay by the foot/usage) • Light Stands & C-Stands • High-Speed Fan • Many Chairs • Stools • Various Props Rates: Studio + Equipment Room + HMU room | $60/hr | 2 hr minimum on weekdays | 4 hour minimum on weekends (Add-on access to our lights for only $20/hr) Add ons: • $20/hr | Lights Room - Alien Bees, Modifiers, Pocket Wizards Designed to satisfy your creative needs. Our studio is ready and equipped to accommodate all the requirements of your photoshoot sessions. With one wall of North-facing windows, you will find a plethora of natural light (even on those typical Pacific Northwest rainy days). The light is softened by white sheer curtains. What photographers love best about our studio is its proximity to picturesque spots such as the Graffiti Garage, the Spanish Steps, the Pantages Theater, the Rialto, and Wright Park. Plus, with Antique Row one block down and Opera Alley Court C right out the front door, it's definitely a photographer’s paradise! FAQS • I might have heavy equipment with me. How do I get them in your studio? The studio is at street level and handicap accessible so you can easily transport any equipment and/or props you may be bringing with you. • What about parking? The City of Tacoma Metered Street Parking is available right out both front doors with a $2.00 charge for 2 hours (pay via the new Flowbord app, credit cards or coins). Parking is FREE on Sundays and holidays. • Do you allow animals in the studio? If you or your client has a service animal, of course, that service animal is more than welcome in the studio. If this is an animal for a photo shoot, please contact us to discuss it. Almost always, the answer will be yes. However, should that animal cause any damages or injuries to others, you will be held solely liable. • Is the studio soundproofed for videography? While there is great privacy in our studio's location, they are not 100% soundproofed. You are more than welcome to film here, just know that we cannot promise that there will be no street noise. • Can I expect complete privacy during my booked time? Yes! During your scheduled time slot, consider the studio yours. We understand that your art requires the ultimate attention to detail with minimal distractions. We also understand that you get the most out of your subject when they don’t feel distracted or self-conscious with the presence of others. The only people in the studio during your booked time will be you and your crew/clients. • Are food and drinks allowed? Of course. However, please be mindful and be careful with our equipment or props. Should you cause any damages/stains, you will be held liable. • Parking and Setup Information: Parking: There are plenty of options on St. Helens Ave and within a few blocks of the studio. Street parking is only $1/hour with a 2-hour maximum per payment. There are also many lots within 1-2 blocks for longer time periods. • Setup: There is a 30-minute loading zone right in front of the guitar store. Our front door is street level, right next to Club Silverstone. Make sure to move your car and pay for parking after unloading.
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This is an amazing space , you have endless creative possibilities with this venue. It’s really good lighting naturally but with the additional lights your pictures will look flawless.
This is an amazing space , you have endless creative possibilities with this venue. It’s really good lighting naturally but with the additional lights your pictures will look flawless.
Always a great space!
Always a great space!
The space was very clean. I liked that it had a nice white and black background option. I’m a social media manager and needed to get branding photos done. This place was perfect. Amanda was a great host and very accommodating. I would 100% recommend Studio 253.
The space was very clean. I liked that it had a nice white and black background option. I’m a social media manager and needed to get branding photos done. This place was perfect. Amanda was a great host and very accommodating. I would 100% recommend Studio 253.
absolutely wonderful space! Look forward ro coming back
absolutely wonderful space! Look forward ro coming back
Great spacious space and wonderful host as always!!
Great spacious space and wonderful host as always!!
Fantastic experience
Fantastic experience
What a neat and wonderful space. Plenty of chairs, backdrops and organized! It’s the perfect studio and I will be coming back. Amanda was wonderful, even though I had issues with the key (human error on my part completely) she helped me with grace and kindness! thank you so much for having such a wonderful studio space for us to use!
What a neat and wonderful space. Plenty of chairs, backdrops and organized! It’s the perfect studio and I will be coming back. Amanda was wonderful, even though I had issues with the key (human error on my part completely) she helped me with grace and kindness! thank you so much for having such a wonderful studio space for us to use!
This was a great space right in the location that we needed. We ended up not using the actual studio or any equipment or props but the space was beautiful with the huge windows, and the prop room was impressive. We booked this spot, knowing that we would be shooting mostly outside on colorful Opera Alley and this space provided a really nice home base for our crew. The lobby area served us great for this purpose, it was spacious, and decorated nicely.
This was a great space right in the location that we needed. We ended up not using the actual studio or any equipment or props but the space was beautiful with the huge windows, and the prop room was impressive. We booked this spot, knowing that we would be shooting mostly outside on colorful Opera Alley and this space provided a really nice home base for our crew. The lobby area served us great for this purpose, it was spacious, and decorated nicely.
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