HelCat Studios- 1100 sq ft Restored Factory Photo Studio
North Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA
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15 people - •
2 hr min - •
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"Cat's studio has amazing light — and she's an awesome host."- Rob L.
"This studio is an excellent place for your photo/video shoot!"- Kerasan L.
"Cat Rules!!!!"- Gerard W.
- Cat typically respond within 1 hr
Cancel for free within 24 hours
About the Space
Photographers and content creators welcome!! HelCat Studios is proud member of the D Street Studios community, located next to Philly's historic Case Paper building in Harrowgate. The space is currently set up as a content creation studio with an open 1100 sq ft layout, 20 ft ceilings, multiple exposed brick walls, large windows, and restored 100 yr old hardwood floors. The minimalist open floor space allows for maximum flexibilty in genre and creativity. A full size bed on locking casters is available, great for boudoir and glamour shoots (BYOL or add the linens add-on during booking). The windows are southeast facing, which means direct light pours into the space during the morning hours year round (personal favorite). The space is moderately equipped with props, chairs, lighting and reflectors. An assortment of 5'x7' cloth and 6'x10' muslin backdrops are available for use. 107" paper seamless is available as an add-on. A variety of bed sets will be coming soon :) A small private dressing room is available for all models/clients to use, includes small make-up area, lights, mirror, wardrobe rack and most important privacy curtains. Art NUDE friendly! Music Videos welcome during non standard business hours to respect our neighbors- weekends and evenings are a go!!! ........................................................... Make sure to follow us on Instagram for BTS and space updates!! www.instagram.com/helcatstudios *NEW* Community studio Spotify account is ready and connected!! Mounted SONOS speaker now has a connected remote to control Spotify! Can't wait to see everyone's shooting music go-tos! *NEW* Expanded Make-up area!! Now featuring two vanities to accomodate multi stylist and mutli client shoots!!
Included in your booking
Amenities
Lighting Equipment
White Backdrop
Wardrobe Rack
Green Screen
WiFi
Blackout blindsFeatures
Natural Light
Dressing Room
Restrooms
Freight Elevators
Wheelchair Accessible
SoundproofOther
Don't see an amenity you're looking for? Ask the host, Cat
Location
Operating Hours
Enhanced Health and Safety Measures
- Bookings are spaced apart to allow for enhanced cleaning
- The space is cleaned and disinfected in accordance with guidelines from local health authorities
- High touch surfaces and shared amenities have been disinfected
- Soft, porous materials have been properly cleaned or removed
- Sweep, mop, vacuum and clean the space.
- Supply a hand washing station with soap, warm water, and paper towels or hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol.
- Clean common areas allowing guest access including bathrooms, kitchens, and entrances.
- Collect and clean dishes, silverware, and other provided host amenities, if applicable.
- Remove garbage and add new lining to cans.
- Disinfecting wipes or spray and paper towels
- Hand Sanitizer
- Disposable masks / face coverings
- Space has been reconfigured to allow for physical distance
- COVID-19 guest guidelines print outs. Download guidelines
Reviews (85)
Rob L. booked a photoshoot for 2 people
Cat's studio has amazing light — and she's an awesome host. Can't wait to go back!
Kerasan L. booked a photo shoot for 3 people
This studio is an excellent place for your photo/video shoot! Great natural light as well as additional lighting options. The host is extremely kind and accommodating.
Gerard W. booked a photoshoot for 2 people
Cat Rules!!!! Just go here. It's great. :)
Kerasan L. booked a photoshoot for 7 people
The studio is an excellent place for all of your video and photography needs. The studio is fully equipped with lights, backdrops, reflectors plus the natural lighting is great too! The host was extremely nice and accommodating! I highly recommend booking your next shoot here!
Cinnamon G. booked a boudoir photos for 2 people
Great spot
Victoria P. booked a photoshoot for 4 people
Shooting photos + videos at HelCat Studios was a great experience. The host was very responsive and helpful during the booking process and day of the booking. The space was clean, cute, and I loved how it had a dressing room space with a vanity. The weather on the day of my shoot was gloomy, but there was still good quality natural lighting — I suppose it’s even better on a clear, sunny day.
Kaitlin D. booked a photoshoot for 3 people
Absolutely amazing studio! The space looks even better in person. There is the bed and open space available, but there is also a variety of chairs you can choose from, a dressing room space, and a wall where you can switch out multiple backgrounds. I used the space for a pre-mastectomy photoshoot, and the photos came out wonderful. The lighting is excellent, and there are so many different places within the space to take photos. Cat was also super responsive, buzzed us in right at our time, and walked us to the studio. She was super accommodating, offered us water and coffee, and said she was available if we needed her. I highly recommend this space for anyone looking for a photo site.
Rob L. booked a photo shoot for 2 people
Cat's space is impeccable, and she is the consummate host. Can't wait to come back!