11 Unique Photoshoot Rooms in Chicago To Uplevel Your Content

On the lookout for the most distinct photoshoot rooms in Chicago? There is no photoshoot theme too specific for Peerspace! Even if your photoshoot requires a jail cell, library, decaying industrial space, or a Houdini human water tank— you’ll find it on Peerspace! With photoshoot rooms this unique, the only thing limiting the possibilities is your own imagination. Here are 11 of our favorite photoshoot rooms in Chicago to get your creative spirit flowing.

1. Vintage vibes

Retro vibes, tons of fun backdrops, and an array of gear to rent during your shoot — this space offers everything you need and more! This Peerspace photoshoot room in Chicago comes with nine solid color backdrops, a wall covered in vinyl records, beautiful views, and an on-site studio manager to assist you during your booking. Looking for more? Hire this space’s photography team or just rent the gear you need! The host offers Paul C. Buff Einstein flash units, Sony A7iii and Nikon D750 DSLR cameras, and DJI Ronin stabilizers. You can see the prices for these add-ons and more on their Peerspace page! 

2. Neon room

Light up your shoot in neon! This neon photoshoot room offers two fun light walls. The first wall comes complete with adjustable LED lap lights and the second wall is covered in 20 bright spotlights! The spotlights can be set to a range of colors including red, blue, cold white, warm white, and pink. You can also program each spotlight to blink to achieve a variety of fun and funky effects!

3. Private library

Calling all book lovers! Sophisticated and stylish photoshoot rooms in Chicago like this are absolute stunners for your next portrait shoot. The studio is filled with props, backdrops, and furniture to use in your photos. The book wall, nearby ladder, and cute desk are just a few of our favorite photography spots in this space!

4. Four rooms, one booking

This loft-type space comes with multiple unique and original sets all in one room! The room is divided into four parts, each with an authentic and fun look. Get crazy on the jungle safari set, step back in time in the vintage recording studio, find your zen in the minimalistic colorful room, or let your creative spirit loose in the biohazard backyard. Check out all the pictures of this fun venue on Peerspace!

5. Urban decay atrium

In search of photoshoot rooms in Chicago with that raw, industrial vibe? Then you are going to love this urban sunlit atrium! The unique architecture and varied textures make this space ideal for a fashion or editorial photoshoot. The raw brick, plaster textures, and large double staircase are an absolute dream for a grungy or post-apocalyptic look. Rent this venue out for a quick shoot or book it out for the week. On Peerspace, we make it easy to book any venue for as long as you need — in just a few clicks! 

6. Checkered room

Make all your Insta followers’ jaws drop with a photoshoot venue so unique, they’ll be begging you to tell them where you shot it! This fun room is checkered from floor to ceiling and includes fun, green, neon-mounted wall lights for a truly trippy feel!  The room is mainly free from furniture to give you ample space, angles, and opportunities for a stand-out photoshoot. But you can choose to include a hanging tire swing or punching bag in your booking at no extra cost!

7. Pirate dungeon

Welcome to the pirate dungeon! Chicago film and theatre makers designed this photoshoot room in Chicago to mimic a seaside lair— and it’s a photographer’s dream! The space is filled with wooden barrels, rope nets, and rustic brick walls. Create a haunted feel with smoke and a fog machine, available as add-ons. Need a little extra help to make your shoot as absolutely perfect as possible? Not a problem! Add on technical assistance with your booking when you check out on Peerspace.

8. Boudoir room

Dark and dramatic or bright and beautiful? You can try both with boudoir shoots in stunning photoshoot rooms in Chicago like this! The juxtaposing themes in this one room have visitors calling the space “infinitely photographable” with “cinematic moments in every direction!” The French double doors, modern bathtub, and egg swing lend themselves to sexy, light vibes for your boudoir shots. Or try something a little more risque inside the human-sized cage.

9. Jail cell

What did you do?! Find yourself stuck in the slammer in this realistic single jail cell for your next photoshoot. This one-room set includes a barred window, a bunk bed, a (non-functional) toilet, and other props available on request (like lighting equipment and light control gear). For photo prep and changing room space, this Peerspace venue also offers two office spaces at no extra cost!

10. Car room

Finding a photoshoot room in Chicago large enough to fit a vehicle can be tough — but on Peerspace, we make it easy to find and book specific and hard-to-find photo rooms like this! Just go to Peerspace and search for “car photoshoot” in the Chicago area. Then search through the spaces to find the perfect one for you! You’ll be met with fantastic options like this one that includes an enormous green screen, tons of LED lighting options, and a ceiling mist water bar!

11. Props galore

Film director Paul John designed this venue as the ideal creative space. Each of the five areas in this facility includes a collection of different sets with customized installations — like the box room and Houdini human water tank! This Peerspace venue offers a ton of fun add-ons too. Whether you need an entire “look” for your shoot or just a few choice props, this Peerspace can provide exactly what you are looking for! Add on medical, police, inmate, and fashion wardrobe items to your Peerspace booking and choose from your favorite props — like prop guns, money, Gucci glasses, and more. On Peerspace, it’s easy to not only book your venue but also all the extras you need to make your shoot a success!

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