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A photographer is adjusting a lighting setup in a studio while another person prepares a backdrop.
from$65/hr
RBA Creative

8.8 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(121)
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Photo Studio

RBA Creative. ...The studio works well for fashion photo shoots, portraits, product shots, some conceptual work, and small video projects. Our photo/production studio is equipped with seamless backdrops, a tripod, continuous lighting, large video monitor, chroma key, as well as a wireless PA system. In addition, we...
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A photography studio setup with two large softbox lights, a small red stool in the center, and a blank white backdrop.
from$60/hr
Studio GZ

13.6 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.6(190)
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Production Studio

Studio GZ. Quiet West Oakland 1900sq ft photography studio with natural light availability along with 12ft wide shooting area. Free lighting assistance for beginners Late night availability PLEASE NOTE CHILDREN ARE NOT ALLOWED Our studio has heavy equipment and adult images on the walls not appropriate for...
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JCo Studios Image in SoMa, San Francisco, CA
from$85/hr
JCo Studios

18.1 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(80)
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Photo Studio

JCo Studios. Thank you for checking out our photo/video production space. This +700 sqft space multiple color backdrops and a white corner wall. ***PLEASE NOTE*** During sunny days, there is directly sunlight that comes from the skylight that moves throughout the day. Please look at the last...
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A spacious interior with a loft area, featuring a pink backdrop, a desk, a light-colored sofa, and decorative plants.
from$95/hr
Sunrise & Sunset Studios

21.8 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(143)
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Photo / Video Studio

Sunrise & Sunset Studios. Photography, video, and production studio in San Francisco's Inner Sunset District. Photographers, content creators, and Videographers can rent out our Sunrise and Sunset Studios space for 1+ hours at a time for personal and/or professional sessions. Everything in the studio can be moved around, and...
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A modern studio space features a blank white wall, a cart with equipment, a light stand, and a chair in the corner.
from$70/hr
Studio Rogue

28.9 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(154)
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Photo Studio

Studio Rogue. This 18'x23' space features white walls and a ceiling measuring around 12.5' high. The space features a make-up station and a cyc wall. A copious list of gear comes standard with the rental. GEAR LIST 3x Flashpoint Evolv ad200 strobes 1x Flashpoint Evolv ad600 Pro...
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A bright and airy room with a bed dressed in white linens and a cozy throw, a white couch, and large windows dressed with grey curtains.
from$40/hr
Huddle Cowork

46.3 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(132)
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Photo Studio

Huddle Cowork. The space is a commercial & lifestyle photo studio located in the secured historic Belding building in Downtown Stockton. With roughly 400 sqft, our studio is optimized to meet a wide variety of needs. Specs and amenities: - 6 large North and East facing windows...
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A Victorian-style living room with ornate furnishings, large windows, and decorative wallpaper.
from$108/hr
Antique Baby Nursery Room for Bridal, Maternity, Newborn, Newborn, Floral photography etc on a Victorian Property in quiet East Bay neighborhood

Castro Valley, CA

5.0(1)
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Victorian House

...Ann Victorian architecture, unique vintage charm, and beautifully designed interiors, our home provides the perfect backdrop for capturing memorable moments—whether for portraits, fashion, editorial work, or themed shoots like anime, Dickens fair, steam punk, old west, Halloween, pin up..the list goes on! (We...
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A minimalist home office setup featuring a wooden desk, an ergonomic chair, a wall-mounted television, and a studio light stand.
from$25/hr
Natural Light Photo Studio in East Bay - The Zen Studio

Castro Valley, CA

5.0(2)
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Photography Space

...versatile "Office Studio" that is perfect for hosting photoshoots, recording podcast, or talking head-type video work. The studio has been thoughtfully designed to meet the specific needs for headshots, portraits, and product photography or certain types of video work. The standard-height ceilings and...
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East Bay Natural Light Photo & Film Studio Image in Castro Valley, Castro Valley, CA
from$65/hr
East Bay Natural Light Photo & Film Studio

Castro Valley, CA

5.0(5)
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Photography Space

...We have a small natural light photography studio, perfect for photoshoots, podcasts, and talking-head videos. Designed with headshots, portraits, and product photography in mind, it features standard-height ceilings and ample space between the backdrop and opposing wall to ensure stunning results. The studio...
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The scene features a photography studio with a backdrop setup, lighting equipment, and a desk near a wall adorned with decorative items.
from$65/hr
Industrial Production Space

6.2 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(48)
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Production Studio

Capture stunning photos in our fully equipped, customizable studio! With professional lighting, backdrops, props, and state-of-the-art amenities, our studio is perfect for both professionals and hobbyists. Book now and elevate your photography experience! We are not only renting our space, but we also RENT OUR...
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A photography studio is set up with a yellow backdrop, a black stool, and various lighting equipment arranged around the space.
from$60/hr
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light

8.9 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(131)
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Photo Studio

DETAILS ON THE SPACE & LOCATION: - Beautiful industrial windows with white floor and walls for great natural light. - Great for all types of photography and small video productions. - Separate lounge area with couches, chairs, TV, & sound system for talent, clients, and...
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Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion Image in Ivy Hill, Oakland, CA
from$100/hr
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion

11.3 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(200)
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Photo Studio

...Welcome to my studio! I'm Cheshire Isaacs, a top-rated Bay Area photographer specializing in headshots/lifestyle portraits, boudoir, food, and performance. My beautiful storefront studio has a ton of diffuse natural light in the main room and is perfect for all kinds of portraits...
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A minimalistic living room with a brick wall, a light-colored couch, a wooden coffee table, and various decorative plants and artwork.
from$149/hr
Sawmill Studio Loft

12.6 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(184)
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Live / Work Loft

Large studio loft run by artist and prop/interior stylist. 1500sf flex space featuring exposed brick walls, hand-painted details, and original (cleared) artwork. 10' ceilings, concrete floors, large windows, full kitchen, and bath. 2 free all day designated parking spots. Freight elevator and loading dock. Perfect...
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A spacious, modern living area and dining space, featuring a sofa, dining table, and kitchen with elegant cabinetry and industrial-style lighting.
from$73/hr
Loft with Natural Light, Brick Wall, & Kitchen

13.1 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(396)
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Apartment Loft

Beautiful and modern ground floor loft with concrete floors and a brick wall, perfect for any production or commercial shoot. The space is flexible and can be adjusted and styled to your production needs. 900 square ft space with 10 ft ceilings with large windows...
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A spacious room with polished concrete flooring, a set of stairs leading to an upper level, and a keyboard stand against the wall.
from$45/hr
Bright Modern Yoga Studio with great natural light in West Oakland

14 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(137)
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Yoga Studio

This is a neat, bright space with cement floor and hight ceilings, independent entrance and an ADA compliant access and restroom. The space is well equipped with enough yoga props: Mats, blocks, blankets, bolsters, chairs, belts) for up to 11 students Yoga wall ropes (4...
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A spacious, modern loft features large windows, a minimalist kitchen island, and an organized work area with a desk and chair.
from$99/hr
Natural Light Photo + Video / Creative Studio Loft Space

14.1 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(211)
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Film / Photo Loft

1197 Sq Ft Column-Less Studio South / West Natural Light / Blackout Capability Polished Concrete Floor 19'W X 31'D X 13'H Shooting Space Three 9' X 17' Windows w/ blackout curtains 14' - 12.5' Slope Of Ceiling 150A/3 Phase Power Gigabit Fiber + Wifi Air...
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An empty studio space with concrete flooring, wooden beams, and a garage-style door.
from$99/hr
Pro Photo & Video Studio in Emeryville/N. Oakland | Loads of Rental Gear

14.7 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(30)
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Daylight Studio

Medium-sized (1200+ sf) fully stocked photo/video studio in a former warehouse* with north-facing windows and frosted-glass rollup garage door, plus skylights (which can be covered). Easy first-floor access with direct load-in via garage door, two semi-official parking spaces, and additional plentiful street parking. Shooting area...
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A bright interior space featuring a brown leather sofa, potted plants, and large windows with metal frames.
from$70/hr
Handicap - Accessible Photography Studio with Great Natural Light

14.7 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(101)
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Photo Studio

...large windows for great natural light and many areas to use for styled shoots and two seamless backdrops for clean backdrops for portrait or product shoots. The building is a quiet space with several units in the building. If you are recording video or audio...
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A spacious, empty room with wooden floors, featuring two workstations with computers, shelving along the walls, and various equipment stored in the corner.
from$75/hr
Upscale & Fully Equipped Photo Studio in Historic Building

15.5 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(44)
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Film / Photo Loft

Ringlight Studios. ...included for use with each photo studio rental. Studio features a variety of strobes, light modifiers, backgrounds, amenities, etc. Perfect for shooting headshots, portraiture, beauty, glamour, fashion, product photography, full-length, you name it. (For full-length shots a 24-70mm lens is recommended...
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A spacious interior with large floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a forested area.
from$160/hr
Film/Photo Location: Midcentury Retreat with Deck and Canyon View

16.1 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(202)
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House

Private room is situated on the edge of large open space with direct Tilden Park canyon views and 5-10 minute drive from commercial areas of Berkeley. Indoor outdoor living with french doors and deck. Ideal space for photoshoots, filmed interviews, video shoots, model shoots, interior...
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A well-lit, empty room with large windows and a blank white wall.
from$100/hr
Natural light studio in San Francisco

17.4 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(245)
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Photo Studio

Our studio is a creative community space, located in a large historic industrial warehouse with tons of natural light, white walls, and beautiful 13' windows that look towards the Bay. The natural light is great between sunrise up to 2 hours before sunset. You can...
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A spacious, empty room with large windows, a brick wall, and minimal furniture including an orange chair and a table.
from$90/hr
Bright Daylight Photo Studio

17.4 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(95)
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Film / Photo Loft

Natural light studio with white walls and open space for shooting. Sunny, private, quiet space for your next photo or film shoot. Use of basic grip, covered parking for up to 3 vehicles, and many additional niceties included. Load-in is a snap with our loading...
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A spacious room with large windows allowing natural light to illuminate the white walls and floor, contrasted by a section of exposed brick.
from$125/hr
Airy Daylight Photo Studio

17.4 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(302)
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Film / Photo Loft

LUX-SF Photo Studios & Services. Airy, sunny private space in the Dogpatch with a panoramic view of Pier 70 & the Bay, perfect for photo and film shoots and other production-oriented uses. Use of basic grip, covered parking for up to 3 vehicles, and many additional niceties included. Load-in is...
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A bright, sparsely furnished room with large windows and white walls.
from$65/hr
Daylight Photo Studio in SF with a Kitchen

17.5 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(66)
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Film / Photo Loft

Photo Studio Rental SF/Burdick Studio. ...in loading dock and gated parking spot are easy and secure. It’s a great framework for the beautiful light, perfect for portraits, clothing brands, still life, and of course, food photography. • Daylight or blackout curtains • 1,000 sq ft studio • Easy commute from all...
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A studio setup features a green screen backdrop with a metal chair in the center, flanked by large studio lights and a ladder in the background.
from$55/hr
Photography and Video Production Studio

17.9 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.8(129)
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Photo / Video Studio

...for rent by the hour/ day / week. Permanently installed professional white CYC screen and green screen. This room can be used for portraits, fashion photography, products. Also, film makers can utilize the space and create different sets for music videos, interviews for documentaries, and livestreams...
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A spacious, industrial-style loft features wooden floors, exposed beams, and a staircase leading to a lofted area.
from$39/hr
Creative Photography Studio in Historic Artist Community

18.1 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(124)
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Photo Studio

Please note that our hourly rate only include the rental of the physical space. Production equipment inside of our space is extra. Please ask for those rates if you intend to rent any gear. You are more than welcome to bring your own production equipment...
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A spacious, well-lit studio with large windows, two black chairs, and a minimalistic design.
from$109/hr
Beautiful Studio with FREE Gear

18.5 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(568)
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Film / Photo Loft

Strobespace. Check out our reviews... :) Tons of FREE gear (see list* below) 30 foot wall of natural light (with blackout curtains) 1,400 Square Feet 12' High Ceilings Complete Kitchen Private Bathroom Storage/Changing room Loading Dock | Freight Elevator 2 large Tables 2 more optional large...
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A bright, minimalistic room features a large window, a white table, a single chair, and a potted plant.
from$145/hr
Minimal Designer/Photography Studio Filled with Natural Day Light

18.6 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(23)
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Film / Photo Loft

Located in the Mission Arts District of San Francisco, this minimal 1505sqft space is filled with natural lighting, making it a beautiful studio space for a variety of meetings, photoshoots, and workshops. Advance visits for scouting purposes must be booked through the app as a...
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A spacious, well-lit studio interior with wooden floors, large windows, and various furniture and equipment arranged throughout the space.
from$104/hr
Everything You Could Need in Amazing Location *Limited Time All Included Professional Studio Lighting, Seamless & AC*

18.6 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(127)
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Photo Studio

Professional LED video lighting from Aputure and Nanlux with modifiers available in studio. Arri tungsten lighting fixtures. Quick-change 9' and 12' paper BGs; almost any color available with 24hr notice, many colors in stock. Profoto D2, B1X and Pro-8a still photography lighting with beauty dish...
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Spacious Downtown Photo Studio Image in San Bruno, San Bruno, CA
from$35/hr
Spacious Downtown Photo Studio

19.2 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.9(46)
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Set for Photos / Films

...the need to change locations. -Versatile Space: The 16x16 dimensions of our studio provide ample space for different types of shoots, from portrait photography to small-scale video productions. The open layout is ideal for both beginners and seasoned professionals. -Conference Room: Unlike many other...
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SEVEN Sets in Large Natural Light Production Studio and FREE GRIP Image in Tenderloin, San Francisco, CA
from$89/hr
SEVEN Sets in Large Natural Light Production Studio and FREE GRIP

19.4 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(132)
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Photo / Video Studio

STMNT Studios. ...photography - A lounge area with a jungly green wallpaper and retro furniture - A cozy office space to get work done or shoot portraits, overheads, or whatever other idea you can come up with - A green wall with tons of plants - A Mad Men / 50s style...
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A studio space with a green backdrop, a red chair positioned in front, various lighting equipment, and a striped blue rug on the floor.
from$32/hr
Portrait & Photography Studio: Top 5 Rentals in 2024: Whitewalls, Lights, Stands & Backdrops. Portrait and Model Pro!

21.4 miles from Castro Valley, CA

4.8(225)
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Portrait Studio

...Hi there. You have arrived at one of the only true photo studios in SF. This studio is perfect for portraits, modeling, animals & babies, interviews, vlogs, products and much more. This space is Safe & Sanitized after every use. This Light controlled creative studio is in...
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An industrial-style room with a large, divided window and a chandelier, complemented by an open door leading to another space.
from$85/hr
Natural Light Industrial Photography Studio

21.6 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(325)
Venue capacity icon40

Film / Photo Loft

Edited 12/30/24: Winter is here! The outdoor garden area is partially dormant. Please see the photos at the end of the gallery listing. **** You have been searching for the perfect location: -Something with indoor and outdoor photo opportunities -Ample room for hair and makeup...
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A modern studio with a seating area, a backdrop setup for photography, and green decorative elements on the walls.
from$65/hr
PHOTOGRAPHER'S DREAM STUDIO! (Multiple Backgrounds)

23.9 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(438)
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Photo / Video Studio

We have an amazing studio with many backgrounds and tons of daylight. Our beautiful backgrounds include: BACKGROUNDS: - Beautiful Wisteria Wall - Lush Green Leaf Wall - Acacia Office Table Setup - Creative Sofa Artistic Space - Black and Gold Office (ask in advance if...
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A bright, modern living space featuring an orange sofa, two coffee tables, and a mix of decorative chairs, with large windows allowing natural light to fill the room.
from$95/hr
Bright White, Natural Light Lifestyle Studio in South Los Altos | Branding, Family Shoots, Lifestyle, Boudoir

25.4 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(260)
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Daylight Studio

The Sunlight Space is a creative space that's full of bright, natural light — all day long! It features huge southwest and southeast facing windows. The space is about 950 square feet and offers a huge variety of props, furniture, and decor to suit any...
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A bright room with large windows, featuring a light-colored rug, a sofa, a chair, and a small table.
from$70/hr
Clean, Beautiful Photo Studio in Cupertino

26.9 miles from Castro Valley, CA

5.0(74)
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Photo Studio

Quiet space in Cupertino very near to 280 and 85. There is a large main room with backdrops, a couch, a changing area, and various photography tools. The primary photography room has natural window light and a gorgeous herringbone flooring pattern. The large windows have...
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Reviews for portrait photography locations

Urayah B.
Traditional Oakland Cottage with Beautiful Garden + Tree House
We held our team video shoot at this location, as well as used the outdoor space for our professional head shots. The space was even more beautiful than the pictures. The kitchen and living room provided some great lighting for the videos and the backyard offered a number of different...
Melaina B.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
handy. Logan was super responsive and communicative which made the whole process seamless. Parking was also easy! I was using the space for a headshot shoot and I think if I had booked it for a slightly later time slot, we would've had more natural light from those west...
Gene D.
Modern Photo + Film Studio in Art Space with Skylights
high ceilings and privacy; great for my work. The entire place is quiet and welcoming and easy to work in. I booked a second portrait session right away...
Natalia D.
Top Floor Airy Industrial Studio Loft
Booked this place last minute for headshots and they were so responsive! The place is glorious! It is neatly curated and the there is an abundance of natural light. Parking was also pretty easy. Thanks again for squeezing me in last minute...
Winnie F.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
My experience with this space was very smooth. Logan was accommodating and communication was responsive. This space was perfect for a portrait headshot shoot I did for a client. There is plenty of gear and equipment available for use if needed. We were left alone during the shoot, which was...
Dana F.
East Bay Natural Light Photo & Film Studio
my second time (EVER) renting a studio (and the second time with this host, Sandy)! It was such a good experience! I typically do headshots out of my living room but really wanted to take my skills to the next level and shoot out of a lager space. Sandy was...
Chris H.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
Cherlyn's communication was thorough, which I appreciated greatly. The studio is perfect for portraits. Definitely will be using in the future...
Christopher J.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
Awesome space for some indoor portraits. Great Hosts. Would definitely book with again
Nate K.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
helpful. The place has beautiful natural light. Logan also provides solid basics (white seamless, C-stands, V-Flats, some fill lights). I did a headshot session with a client and this fulfilled those needs...
Steve L.
Modern Video/Photo Studio with Bright and Adjustable Colored Cyclorama
seamless backgrounds, while the RGB lighting options add dynamic and creative possibilities to your projects. Whether you’re shooting a video production, capturing stunning portraits, or creating product photography, this studio has all the right tools. The host was incredibly accommodating and made the process smooth from start to finish...
Kelly M.
Light Filled Warehouse Loft
booking experience was super easy. Niamh was extremely helpful and a very lovely person. I had only a small window to work on a portrait and despite some unexpected changes in the plan she was very gracious...
Charity N.
Studio Style Apartment Space for YouTube Channels w/Aesthetically Pleasing Backdrops for Social Media Content in Oakland San Leandro
This place is simple, clean and the perfect size for a portrait photoshoot + makeup. There was a total of 4 of us at this spot and we fit comfortably. Makeba is also very nice. She gave us a little tour of her place and greeted us at the entrance. If...
Alba R.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
am doing this correctly but I am reaching out in hopes to see your space? I am looking for a location for some headshots and new to the area so I was hoping to see your space in person to get a feel for it. Do you have any availability...
Henry R.
Bright, Spacious, Remodeled Historic Craftsman
Maria was an excellent host and this space was perfect for lifestyle portraits. This place was better than expected and I'll be renting from here in the future...
Henry R.
Filming Space in Modern Studio at The Creative Atelier by Sucré Couture
Kimberly was a great host and this space is perfect for portraits. We used the backdrop and the natural light through the windows to get what we were looking for. It's a nice setup and recommend checking this studio out...
Kyle R.
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
super helpful, quick to response and met with me before to show me through the space. Had a ton of great options for our portrait session. I would definitely book again...
Leilani S.
Open and Airy Gallery Space with Skylight in an Urban Setting
and had enough seating for us. They were also willing to take down the art they had installed to allow us to exhibit our portraits and poetry...
Marisa S.
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
Logan's space was perfect for what we were shooting. Portraits + product photography. He was super communicative and helpful prior and during the shoot. Definitely going to book again soon. Highly recommend...
Annie W.
Sawmill Studio Loft
Absolutely jaw dropping space!!! Every corner had its own different mood but felt organic, warm and compelling. The space was absolutely perfect for our portrait focused photoshoot. The natural flora and fauna accents throughout really made some of the best shots pop! Sarah was easy to communicate and very welcoming...
Éli Z.
The Canopy Industrial Loft
dressing. And lastly Mogli was just wonderful to work with, he is very responsive and has all the needed equipment to create top notch portraits right there. Thanks for the wonderful offering and I'll be looking to rent the space again soon...