Rent a salon by the hour in Atlanta, GA

Salons are a great place for characters to converse during an important scene in a film. They are places most of us have experienced for ourselves, for one. Salons with vintage equipment, calendars, and posters of musicians also help date the movie. They are a classic set design, but for these same reasons they are one of the more troublesome sets to find. A salon has lots of equipment inside of it, so you'll need a lot of props to make it a believable set. And if you're designing a vintage salon set, the props will be even harder to find. Fortunately, you have some great options here in Atlanta for filming in a salon location. First, you could book space at a production studio with a green screen. Green screen sets give you the ability to transport your cast almost anywhere through digital magic. But if you don't want to do that, then you'll need a salon in Atlanta open to filmmakers. Or you can book time at a set designed to look like a salon through the clever use of props!

Atlanta has thousands of hair, makeup, and skincare salons to choose from. Salons can be found in retail spaces, lofts converted into business spaces, malls, and wellness centers. If the salon you're interested in doesn't list filming on their website, try inquiring in person. You'll likely be able to work out a deal with the salon owner where you can film there during a holiday or after hours. Film-friendly salons are the best option if you're looking for a set with contemporary decor. One of the few downsides is that the lighting environment may not be ideal for filmmaking. Dim natural light, a lack of power outlets for film equipment, and other factors need to be taken into account before booking a film friendly salon. Always check out the space in person before committing!

Salon film sets offer a different approach. Instead of filming in a working salon you can book a venue that's designed to look like one. Salon film sets can include props that take your film back decades into the past. It's easy to make changes without consulting a salon owner. The set's lighting is tailored to meet the needs of filmmakers and there will be plenty of outlets for your equipment. Salon film sets are faster to book as well, and more flexible since you can book by the hour with greater ease. Salon film sets can be stand-alone facilities or a part of a production studio's collection of sets. Many Atlanta production studios will have sets that include not just salons but hospitals, prisons, and other locations that are essential for a good story but hard to gain access to!