13 Fun Sweet 16 Photoshoot Ideas

Are you looking for original venues for your sweet 16 photoshoot ideas? Peerspace has fun and creative venues in thousands of cities and towns across the US and beyond. Whether it is a photo set or a flower farm you’re looking for, Peerspace has it and can help you reserve it by the hour.

And if you need catering, costumes, or a photographer, ask your Peerspace venue’s friendly local host. Since most Peerspace hosts who operate a photo studio are in the industry themselves, they can help you arrange everything in advance without breaking the bank. Now, let’s explore some of our favorite Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas!

1. Make it adorable with a Sweet 16 photoshoot in a girly pink bedroom set

This downtown retro pink two-room suite is a studio set in Los Angeles, CA, and is filled with girly vibes. Both its Pink Striped Room and Pink Fur Bedroom are filled with photogenic details, layers of pink, and tons of texture to ensure a visually compelling shoot. The birthday girl can pose in front of the vanity set, cuddling the giant teddy bear, and kicking back below the neon sign. This is the type of photo studio that can bring you tons of inspiration and several memorable looks!

“This was my second time shooting at this space and I always love it,” shares a Peerspace reviewer. “You get so many different spots to shoot at for such a good price. Everything is very clean and cute. Will definitely shoot here again.”

2. Do some desert dreaming at the Wild Wolf Ranch

Wild Wolf Ranch–a private oasis of Joshua Trees in Yucca Valley, CA, is filled with so many gorgeous photo backdrops, indoors and out. We love it as an option for your Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas because of its versatility and bright, fresh take on the typical desert/boho aesthetic.

While here, pose in the cowboy tub, in the Jacuzzi, amid the Joshua trees and cacti, and beneath the geodesic dome. It’s a versatile space that would make a fun and quirky setting for your Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas!

“Maranda and her space are beyond amazing,” confirms a Peerspace reviewer. “The photos dont do the space justice, and Maranda is the most accomodating, thoughtful host. If you’re thinking about booking, do it!”

3. Set hearts ablaze while posing in a neon-themed modern art gallery

This neon-themed art gallery in Vaughan, Ontario, is the perfect space for Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas that are a bit edgy and totally sweet. This modern art gallery comprises multiple colored neon signs, customizable neon lights, and an array of pop art artwork, meaning you have tons of different settings to create super fun shots.

A Peerspace user who booked a photoshoot here shared the following Peerspace review: “Maurizio [the host] is very accommodating and welcoming. Love the whole vibe of the space with plenty of spots to take stunning photos and videos. Lighting is very easy to adjust. Would highly recommend to creatives looking to get their photos done with neon lights.”

Don’t forget to party after posing! How? By incorporating our awesome 16th birthday party ideas!

4. Get spooky with it and plan a creepy dollhouse Sweet 16 photoshoot

The Sweet 16 celebrator may not have experienced the 1980s firsthand but this next Peerspace venue will introduce them to the decade’s less savory side! This venue in Chicago, IL is The Dollhouse – a 1980s photoshoot location in Wicker Park and is a little creepier than our others so far.

If your child or client who’s turning 16 prides themself on having an edgier character than most, then this studio may be ideal for their Sweet 16 shoot. It’s definitely a more grown-up slant on the traditional dollhouses we all played with as children!

A Peersapce reviewer shares: “Maren [the host] was incredible! She was friendly and communicative throughout the booking process, and she sent thorough instructions the morning of our booking. This is such a fun location — would book again!”

5. Join the jet-set for your Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas

Is your child or client a Sweet 16-to-be who aspires to a jet-set lifestyle? Then this unique private jet studio in Houston, TX is made for them! The jet measures 20′ long and boasts 14 authentic-looking windows, five comfy recliners, and an array of lighting and other details that make it look very realistic.

The host also offers video and lighting equipment, too, as well as behind-the-scenes filming services if you’re interested. Overall, it would make a memorable venue for a Sweet 16 photoshoot, especially when the birthday guest of honor is going places.

In the words of a Peerspace reviewer: “It was super easy to book ,the host was responsive in great timing, communicated effectively and the set was perfect for my birthday shoot …”

6. Go chic and retro with a rockabilly Airstream Sweet 16

This Atlanta, GA tiki Airstream oasis would be a fun Rockabilly-style photoshoot location for a Sweet 16. The description is inviting: “Welcome to our little mid-century tiki hideaway. We’re tucked away surrounded by banana trees just minutes from Atlanta. This rare 1956 airstream has been decorated to bring you back to the 50’s while sipping your favorite tropical drink. There’s a large outdoor sitting area with a firepit and plenty of room to relax.” What a fun throwback theme for a photoshoot.

And just check out what a Peerspace reviewer shared after booking this space for a production: “I cannot give enough praise about this place. Andrew and his family were very welcoming and accommodating. They have transferred their backyard into a mid-century, tiki oasis. Even cooler than the photos imply. Highly recommended for your next photo shoot or production. I know we will be back!”

7. Show off your boss-babe-in-training side at this sweet private office space

Does the Sweet 16 birthday girl know that she’s going to be the boss lady in her working life? Then why not book time at a Peerspace like this modern event space office in Atlanta, GA? Its Barbie pink walls, white marble conference table, red conference chairs, crystal chandelier, and floral accents come together to create a stylish and feminine escape that makes it one of the most sophisticated Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas. The fact that it’s housed within a restaurant means you can also grab something tasty to eat after your shoot wraps!

8. Show off your cooking skills in a cute boho kitchen

One of our favorite Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas for young cooking or baking enthusiasts is to show off their skills in a stylish kitchen setting. And this Spanish house with a boho kitchen in Glendale, CA is the perfect space for this type of shoot! It is a lovely home with a bright, sunny kitchen with wooden floors, tile floors, sleek stainless steel appliances, and boho accents, all of which add up to a gorgeous photoshoot setting.

In the words of a Peerspace reviewer: “The space had the perfect vibe for my shoot. The style made it easy to capture my artistic side and it was so easy to communicate when I needed to add time to get a few extra shots.”

9. Celebrate your flower child side at a country flower farm with charm

This country flower farm with charm would make a wholesome site for a Sweet 16 photoshoot when the flowers are in bloom. “Nine acres of pasture and fresh flowers and rustic barn to incorporate a wide range of possibilities for pictures and events. There are pastures where the family cow and goats roam and chickens and ducks that find their way to every corner of the property. Front and center from Spring to Fall are acres of beautiful flowers as part of the local cut flower business.”

You get to play with farm life, pose with gorgeous lush flowers, and bask in the sun. Not many people can say that about their own Sweet 16 events!

10. Celebrate your huge future with a shoot at a tiny A-frame home

Make a huge impression on friends and family by having a shoot at Little Cove: a modern lakefront A-frame in Granbury, TX. Have the Sweet 16 guest of honor pose on the adorable deck in front of the massive reflective windows. The stunning architecture of the A-frame helps to make it one of the coolest spots for an outdoor photoshoot, especially one celebrating such a major milestone.

It’s never too early to start planning: discover our 17th birthday photoshoot ideas next!

11. Play and slay at this vintage arcade with a bonus rooftop garden

For all the teenage gamers out there, there may be no cooler photoshoot setting than a vintage arcade, like this one in Los Angeles, CA, that’s filled with retro arcade cabinets and color-changing lights. It’s a fun space for taking some indoor portraits before heading to the arcade’s stunningly lush, vista-packed rooftop that looks out across the downtown LA skyline.

“This space is a can’t miss,” confirms a Peerspace reviewer. “Beautiful and spacious. Everything is in perfect condition and the host Patrick cannot be kinder or generous. I would definitely book again.”

12. Celebrate your nature-loving side with a Sweet 16 shoot at a 20-acre Kentucky farm

For something different and out in nature, check out this 20-acre farm with waterfalls and animals in Eastview, KY. There is more than enough to keep a photographer busy here. “Come enjoy our 20 acres of heaven with two waterfalls. We have peacocks, pheasants, pigs, honey bees, etc. We have a community space under our big oak tree complete with picnic tables, swings, and fire pit.”

If you love the outdoors, then this can be a perfect venue for a Sweet 16 photoshoot.

13. Bring the outdoors in with a shoot at a secret garden loft

We have shown you a few indoor and outdoor Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas so far. But how about a space that can keep you indoors while still celebrating a lush, natural vibe? If that sounds appealing, then this secret garden loft in Los Angeles, CA is ideal for you! It’s a 1,600-square-foot two-story loft event space that boasts a massive balcony, Hollywood Hills views, and an upside-down garden. It’s easy to imagine how much fun a photoshoot will be here, especially for your Sweet 16.

This is one of those Peerspace venues that gets a lot of love from the creative community! Here is just one of the hundreds of five-star reviews it has earned: “I love this space! It’s a real treasure. Booking it was easy and everything was so easy 5 stars!!”

Peerspace brings Sweet 16 photoshoot ideas to life

No matter your style and taste, Peerspace is home to the best birthday photoshoot ideas perfect for a Sweet 16 milestone that your child’s friends and family members will buzz about for years to come.

But keep in mind new spaces are added daily, so keep an eye on Peerspace to discover everything new we have to offer you! To get started searching for your own space, click any of the links on this page, then enter your location, and see what pops up. It’s the easiest (and also most fun!) way to turn a milestone event into a one-of-a-kind experience.

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