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A spacious venue with black chairs and small tables arranged in front of a bar area beneath a wooden ceiling.
from$200/hr
Downtown Santa Monica Industrial Venue for Multi-purpose Use

Downtown, Santa Monica, CA

5.0(6)
Venue capacity icon70

Industrial Space

We are a 75 seat cabaret style comedy venue with flexible seating. We also have a 16 ft by 9 ft wood stage that is great for meetings, conferences, recordings, and performances. Included in our venue is a green room, bathrooms, and a beer and...
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A modern rooftop terrace features a swimming pool, lounge seating, and umbrellas against a sunset backdrop.
from$250/hr
Rooftop Park with Ocean Views & Resort-style Amenities

Downtown, Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon10

Rooftop

...fully programmed 1-acre rooftop park with panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and Santa Monica, this space is ideal for photo shoots, commercials, and special events such as baby and bridal showers. The rooftop includes multiple firepits and grills, a pool with cabanas and...
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Bright & Spacious Yoga & Meditation Studio at 3rd Street Promenade Image in Downtown, Santa Monica, CA
from$30/hr
Bright & Spacious Yoga & Meditation Studio at 3rd Street Promenade

Downtown, Santa Monica, CA

Venue capacity icon150

Yoga Studio

...dance rehearsals, barre, and fitness workshops. ✅ Wellness & Personal Development Workshops – Host intimate wellness retreats, life coaching sessions, or energy healing practices. ✅ Photo & Video Shoots – The natural lighting and minimalist aesthetic make this an excellent location for content creation, branding shoots, or fitness filming. Studio Layout...
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A boxing ring set in a dimly lit gym, featuring a rectangular mat and ropes, with workout equipment nearby.
from$400/hr
Boxing Gym Right by the Beach

Downtown, Santa Monica, CA

5.0(1)
Venue capacity icon50

Boxing Gym

Big bright boxing gym 4 blocks from the Santa Monica peer. We have high ceilings and pull down blinds to give you options for lighting. We are located on the first floor of a Marriott hotel so we do have valet parking and an covered...
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A film studio setup with multiple cameras, lighting equipment, and a blank backdrop.
from$440/hr
Santa Monica Studios

Downtown, Santa Monica, CA

Venue capacity icon20

Video Studio

Santa Monica Studios. *** ALL GEAR IS INCLUDED *** Hourly Rate includes (3) RED Cameras with Canon Zoom Lenses, Tripods, C-stands, KINO FLO House lights, Jib/Crane, Dana Dolly rail system and other in-house gear when using our crew. In addition, Yamaha TF1 Sound Mixer, SoundDevices 633 Recorder, professional wireless...
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Remington H.
Luxury Hollywood Hills Mansion w/ Breathtaking Valley Views
2nd time we have shot here. Looks just like the photos. Host communicated extremely well throughout the entire process. I would shoot here again and would recommend this location to colleagues...
Mckelle B.
Sprawling Mid Century Soft Modern
Absolutely loved shooting in Mark's home. They were helpful, responsive, and kind. The open floor plan, natural light, and collapsible doors made for the perfect location for both photo and video. Highly recommend...
Robert S.
OPEN! Spacious Studio w/ 25FT Cyc Wall & Tons of Gear Included
Great studio for out photo shoot. Host was responsive, booking was smooth, place is exactly what I had hoped it would be. I will definitely be back to shoot there again. Robert...
Tessa L.
Multi set: podcast, Purple locker room, Jail, Green vintage, Rose wall, Spring patio and more...
Love, love, love. Our host was very helpful. The space was just what we expected and more. I definitely recommend this space for photography shoots. We drove all the way from Louisiana and will most definitely be driving again...
Tiffany J.
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
Overall this was a great space. We used the space for a boudoir photo shoot. Cheshire the host was very accommodating. When we arrived he showed us the various props/accessories that might add to the shoot and provided tips on posing and placement in the space. That was an added...
Adreena A.
East London photo and film studio based in the old Spratt's Factory.
Stunning space, exactly as listed in the photos and videos. Amazing natural light and plenty of different corners for varied shots. Loved all the beautiful details. Thanks so much fkr curating such a gorgeous shoot space...
Nicole R.
Nature Inspired Interior Designer's Home
Such a beautiful space! We had a small photo shoot and it went perfectly thanks to how organized and clean Lauren's space is...
Jera F.
Colorful, IG Worthy Dreamhouse
Such a fun, colorful and unique place to shoot, and I Ioved that there were several places inside to shoot (living room, kitchen, fun stairs, etc) ! Looked exactly like the photos, as well...
Kndyia F.
Creative Photography Space
THIS SPACE WAS PHENOMENAL! Todd was amazing. We did a high school Grad photo shoot and the space was perfect. My first time booking a space and I have already started planning other moments to have shot in this space! ALSO amazing props THANK YOU THANK YOU THANK YOU...
Kathleen W.
Modern Home in the Santa Cruz Mountains
This property is absolutely stunning, and was perfect for our photo shoot. The house is gorgeous, beautifully furnished, and the gardens and views are amazing! If you are looking for a special place for a photo shoot, meeting or gathering this place is a must! Kim is very easy to...
David G.
Midtown Loft Studio with 14' Ceiling | Free Profoto, Backdrop Walls, and Vintage Furniture
Wonderful space. This is a gem in the heart of NY. This is our go to place when we do photo shoots in the city
Danielle L.
PhotoStudio: 10+ Stations, Profoto Lighting, 4 Solid Background Colors + Podcast Station
enough, but it turns out two wasn't enough. There are so many props and backdrops for any of your photography needs. It was perfect for my bridal boudoir shoot in particular and I'm sure it would be phenomenal for so many other types of photography. It...
Joze B.
Natural Light Photography Studio
had such a great experience shooting at this space! The studio is bright, clean, and beautifully minimal—perfect for natural light photography. What really made the experience even better was Alexa. She was incredibly kind and patient, and made us feel completely welcome and supported throughout the session. She gave...
Dani R.
HGTV-Featured Vintage Gem with Tulum-Inspired Backyard
kind, responsive, and went above and beyond for our booking. The space was somehow even better than the photos, we couldn't even get to all the spots we wanted to shoot in because there were so many! I used the space for a brand shoot and can't recommend...
Taina S.
Miami Haven
maintained, with a stunning pool, modern lounge areas, and lush greenery that provided a perfect backdrop for our shoot. The lighting around sunset added a warm, natural glow to our photos, and the overall ambiance was peaceful and private. Elizabeth was professional, accommodating, and her quick response made the entire...
Cristina P.
Content creators paradise.
my socials. They had everything I needed. The host was super kind and easy to communicate with, 10/10 recommend. Super good for content or photo shoots, they also have Makeup Artists you can chose from for the girlies that need makeup done...
Seth F.
Earthy Mid-Century Modern Coconut Grove Home
pleasure to work with and in - they're highly responsive, willing to work with you and their space is exactly as represented in photos. Our video shoot was a success, and this space was perfect for it...
Kaila B.
Handicap - Accessible Photography Studio with Great Natural Light
selected. I was in contact with Tara partner and she was very helpful during my time in Emeryville. I suggest photography studio with natural lighting for your next shoot...
Matt T.
Gallery-Style Apartment with Panoramic Downtown Views, TV OK
they communicated this ahead of time, so this was not a surprise, but if you’re looking at this location for a video or photo shoot, it’s a notable flag. Great location. Great hosts. We’ll be back again...
Ayako A.
1920s Historic Estate with Solarium, Grand Piano, Cocktail Bar, Clawfoot Tub, Large Garden & Firepit
wonderful experience shooting at Miranda’s place. Her home is beautifully designed down to the smallest detail. I love her choice of interior items, including chandeliers, wall paints, wall coverings, table lamps, plants, and unique antiques. Every element in the space added richness and depth to the photos. Miranda is...

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