Welcome to Food & Faces Studio, a spacious and light-filled industrial loft studio in the heart of downtown Maplewood, NJ. Our 1,800 sq. ft. space is designed for photography, production, workshops, and events, offering a flexible layout and premium amenities to accommodate a variety of creative projects. Housed in the historic Map Building, our studio is part of a vibrant creative community, just steps from the Maplewood NJ Transit Station and surrounded by trendy cafés, boutique shops, and parks. The industrial-chic aesthetic, combined with a full kitchen makes this an ideal space for food stylists, portrait photographers, and content creators. Open 1,800 sq. ft. floor plan with two "shooting bays" Full kitchen with a convection oven for food photography and culinary events High ceilings and large eastern and northern-facing windows for natural light Cameras, lighting, and props available for rent Free on-site parking and easy street parking Elevator building for seamless equipment transport Ideal For: Photography & Video Shoots (food, portraits, branding, lifestyle) Workshops & Classes (culinary, creative, corporate training) Pop-ups & Private Events (tastings, networking, intimate gatherings) Booking Details & Rates We offer flexible rental options, including half-day and full-day bookings. Special non-profit discounts are available, and additional attendees may require an adjusted rate. Our studio has hosted food brands, chefs, local restaurants, professionals, and influencers, as well as corporate and editorial shoots for major publications. As the home of Robin & Sue Food Photography and Styling, our studio has welcomed food brands, local restaurants, chefs, and culinary creatives looking to capture stunning visuals for advertising, cookbooks, and editorial spreads. From artisanal bakeries to national food campaigns, we’ve hosted a wide range of high-end food photography productions. On the portrait side, Lee Seidenberg Portrait Photography has worked with CEOs, entrepreneurs, influencers, professionals, and models seeking polished, high-quality imagery for personal branding, corporate headshots, and creative projects. Visit foodandfacesstudio.com for more info.
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Wheelchair Accessible
Our studio is professionally cleaned each night, and all surfaces are wiped down before every booking to ensure a tidy and well-maintained space for your shoot or event.
Guests may cancel their Booking until 7 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 7 days and 24 hours before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Booking cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn more