When it comes to hourly photo studio rental in Chicago, your options abound. Here are some examples of Chicago residents’ favorite options that you can rent through Peerspace:
- For a simple and affordable option that’s incredibly popular among Chicagoans, consider renting out one of the spaces at Unique Studios, an all-inclusive studio in the River North area of downtown Chicago.
This one is an artificial light photo studio that happens to be only $50 per hour, accommodating up to ten people in its 600 square feet and offering a variety of equipment, including various colorful backdrops, professional lighting, customizable LED lights with special effects options, props, and other photography accessories to help you bring your vision to life. Additional amenities at these studios include a vanity, wardrobe racks, a public lounge area, and even a small arcade. There are also other props, equipment, furniture, etc. that you can request with your rental depending on your needs. It’s no wonder that more than 1,200 renters have left glowing reviews for this studio.
- Find the rustic, industrial aesthetic you’re seeking for your photoshoot at
these loft studios on the Lower West Side. A
Peerspace Open Door Award Winner, their upscale vibe belies their affordable cost of just $65 per hour—there are tasteful features like exposed brick walls, high vaulted ceilings, and hardwood floors, as well as unbelievable views of the city skyline and the Chicago River through the space’s four large windows. The studios measure about 500 square feet and can accommodate up to ten people at a time, and they come with quite a bit of photography equipment included in your rental: backdrops in various colors, clamps, C stands, a beauty dish, an octagon light, sandbags, and more, plus complimentary water, coffee, and tea. And there is a garage and industrial elevator to make loading and unloading any equipment you might be bringing as easy as possible.
- Rent out
this modern minimalist studio on the South Side if you have a higher budget and you’re searching for the opposite of a little photo studio in Chicago. At 6,000 square feet, you may have more space than you know what to do with—the one guarantee is that you won’t run out of room. In terms of features and amenities, this studio offers up to ten-person capacity, long dining/conference tables, a Sonos speaker system, a full kitchen (note that you must get permission in advance of the rental before using it), a driveway that can hold up to seven cars, a small courtyard with a cabana, plenty of restrooms, easy loading in/out, and more. And the loft space itself is absolutely stunning, with modern finishes and designs, tons of natural light (including skylights to let even more sunlight in), and unique artwork throughout.
- One of the most impressive hourly photo studio rentals in Chicago is
MAB Studios, which is located in the city’s ultra hip West Loop neighborhood. This studio is stocked with tons of useful photography equipment that’s included with your rental: a variety of lights and light stands, paper backdrops and stands, a steamer, high-powered fans, a clothing rack, and more. The bright and beautiful space sets you up for a seamless, successful photography experience. Note that about six to eight people can fit in the 398 square foot space, and there’s plenty of free street parking to make your transportation experience easier. Be sure to check out the numerous glowing reviews from past renters to get a sense of whether it’ll be a good fit for your needs.