13 Inside Photoshoot Ideas That’ll Pop on the ‘Gram

Indoor photoshoots can also pop on the ‘gram, sometimes even more than photos taken outdoors! To make that happen, you need the perfect indoor setting for your shoot.

Luckily, that’s precisely what Peerspace can help you find! As the largest online marketplace for hourly venue rentals, our platform makes it easy to discover and book hidden gem spaces in cities across the globe. And not just any hidden gem spaces — the kinds that stoke your creativity and awe your followers.

Ahead, we’ve got 13 inside photoshoot ideas that will help you figure out how to achieve new heights of photographic creativity while maximizing engagement from your Instagram followers. So read on!

1. A minimalist white backdrop with a pop of color

What’s the pop of color we’re referring to? Your outfit, of course! Wear a beautiful and colorful outfit and visit a photo studio with a simple white backdrop and great lighting and no one will be able to tear their eyes away from the photos.

For instance, how about this bright and spacious loft in a private industrial area in Queens, New York City? It’s a well-equipped space that includes lighting equipment and other photoshoot gear, yet is completely free of distractions that detract from your shining sunny self.

2.  A retro 1970s-themed photoshoot

Retro photoshoots can go in so many different directions — 1920s flapper themed? 1950s sock hop? 1980s glam rock? But our favorite aesthetic might just be the 1970s, which is why this is one of our favorite inside photoshoot ideas.

If you’re based in Los Angeles, don your best pair of bell bottoms and do a disco-themed shoot at this downtown ’70s blue retro two-room film studio. It’s a beautiful, immersive space with hundreds of glowing reviewers from Peerspace users. Like this one that mentions the host: “Damien was so wonderful and made this process so easy and great. I would totally recommend using this space, there’s so much room and it’s just gorgeous!”

3. Embrace indoor luxury

One of the greatest things about an indoor photoshoot as compared to ones held outdoors is the simple fact it’s so much easier to create a luxurious vibe in an indoor space, especially if it’s anything like this multi-set area with a Great Gatsby-style space! We especially love this inside photoshoot idea because it’s a fabulous excuse to pamper yourself and have a blast in the process.

It also has hundreds of rave reviews on Peerspace from past renters! Here’s what a videographer shared after booking here: “Amazing Space, awesome set! Just a lovely and beautiful space for everyone ! My clients loved it , always on point with communication and overall lovely people !”

Enjoy similarly provocative spaces and ideas when you check out our sultry burlesque photoshoot ideas!

4. An artistic photoshoot

If you’re someone who does visual art besides photography, such as drawing, painting, or sculpture, you could feature that in your photoshoot! But you need the perfect setting to really pull it together — after all, where do we think of artists as doing their work? In spacious loft studios, of course!

If you happen to be in Portland, Oregon, we think a venue like this spacious urban loft would make a great setting for these kinds of photos. It boasts high ceilings, white walls, concrete floors, high ceilings, and plenty of space to display your beautiful work.

5. A photoshoot with the whole family

Whether you really love spending time with your siblings or you have some kids of your own who you’d like to take photos with, a photoshoot with your family members is a great idea for an inside photoshoot. You could even make the photos really candid and have you all be doing things you normally enjoy doing together, like playing board games or cooking — whatever it is you love the most!

We think a cozy home like this bright, modern, and roomy yet cozy home in Washington, DC, would be perfect for a family photoshoot. It’s vibrant, just like you and your loved ones, and can also reflect the cherished traditions you share.

6. A red-hot romantic photoshoot

With a room outfitted as spectacularly as this one, it’s hard to go wrong for your photoshoot. This downtown red luxury three-room suite is a fabulous place for a romantic photoshoot, whether you snap photos alone or with someone you love. 

Be sure to check out all the photos and reviews from past renters to see how other creatives have utilized this space! In fact, here’s a helpful review from a Peerspace user: “There are 3 rooms and these are bigger and nicer places than I thought. I’m very happy I rented this Red studio!”

7. Go for a domestic vibe in an apartment

Snap photos of you sipping warm mugs of tea and munching on delicious cookies while chilling at home! Whatever makes you feel most at home, that sense of warmth and comfort will radiate through the photos. Better yet, book a like-home space that has more of an aesthetic appeal.

Since you’re looking for inside photoshoot ideas, your photo session might as well go for what being indoors naturally creates: a strong feeling of domesticity and coziness, especially if you’re in a home like this warm sunny Brooklyn pre-war brownstone apartment. It’s a petite studio apartment with gorgeous decor and style. Plus, the natural light will enhance the coziness and warm vibes you feel while here!

8. Take your photoshoot in an industrial direction

Want to go in the complete opposite style of our last suggestion? Then we think a huge warehouse venue just may be the space. There are so many ways to take advantage of an industrial, “raw” space. But you also need an artistic direction for such a venue.

We think something that embraces contrasts would be especially cool, like wearing an ultra-fancy ball gown in a warehouse, like this one in Chicago. It’s more than 5,000 square feet and boasts concrete floors, rustic brick walls, and plenty of unique lighting options.

9. Bring the outside in with a wild, jungle twist

While you’re indoors, you can bring elements of the great outdoors to the space where you’re holding the photoshoot without giving up your creature comforts. There are all kinds of ways to do this, so keep an open mind as you brainstorm.

For instance, this DTLA sun-drenched jungle-themed studio with a piano has elements of a jungle aesthetic while still being ultra-luxurious. There is a zebra print rug, plenty of lush greenery, and even a tiger statue. Let all of these features inspire the posing and embrace your inner jungle animal with these inside photoshoot ideas!

Speaking of LA, discover more amazing indoor photoshoot locations in Los Angeles here!

10. Use a view of the great outdoors

Just because you’re doing an indoor photoshoot doesn’t mean your pics can’t benefit from a gorgeous outdoor view. That is, if you’re taking photos at a place with huge windows and an incredible view, like this hill country home with a view in Austin, Texas!

A Peerspace user who booked a photoshoot here described the experience thusly: “We loved the natural lighting in the space! This was our second time booking and it was great as always. Cindy is super responsive and always available to help if needed!” See more photos of what this incredible space has to offer on their Instagram. 

11. Create a retro-futuristic vibe

The definition of retro-futurism: “the future as envisioned by the past”! Can you think of anything cooler?! There is so much to explore there, aesthetically speaking.

If you’re located near Dallas, Texas, this studio/creative space is a unique loft that could be the ideal place to explore a retro-futurist aesthetic. It’s brimming with beautiful and unexpected furnishings, textures, and lighting that will look ah-mazing no matter your inside photoshoot ideas!

12. Use the power of mirrors

Whatever the subject of your photos, use mirrors to double their impact — quite literally! It’s just a matter of finding a space with mirrors that are the right size for whatever you’re photographing (small objects only require small mirrors, while a person such as yourself would need a full-length mirror).

This storefront studio space in Seattle, Washington has a large mirror on rollers as well as plenty of other charming details that make it an awesome location for your mirror-centric photoshoot.

13. A dramatic clock tower shoot

How often do you get the chance to do a photoshoot in a clock tower? We can’t think of a more dramatic location, frankly.

This two-story clock tower and natural light studio in Houston, Texas, is a perfect example of the kind of space we’re talking about. It’s two floors of a creative studio space that you can rent out, and then the sky’s the limit, creatively!

Inside photoshoot ideas: conclusion

Peerspace is here to show you that you never have to let location put a damper on your inspiration. Whether you hold your photoshoot indoors or outside, and no matter what town or city you live in, our platform can connect you with incredible photoshoot spaces.

Check out Peerspace now to discover all the exciting hidden gem venues near you!

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