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Velvett Studios
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (13)
25 guests
Velvett Studios. At intro rate through the remainder of 2025!
Welcome to Velvett Photo Studio! Please read before booking:
Myself or an assistant will be on site for all bookings. Because this new studio includes equipment rental, I want to be close by to provide any troubleshooting and otherwise be
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$173 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Mick Jones Studio
West Oakland, CA4.9 (201)
25 guests
Mick Jones Studio. plan photography studio with high ceilings and natural light.
Let us host your next still photography or video production in our quiet photo studio.
Full professional kitchen with 5 burner gas stove and huge 9ft rolling counter space. Perfect for use by food stylists, chefs, and caterers.
A nice
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$467 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Hanging Door Studio
West Oakland, CA10 guests
Hanging Door Studio. New versatile, spacious and private naturally lit industrial open space photo/video studio in the heart of West Oakland with vaulted ceilings, wood floor, 2 large white walls and 1 wall of windows allowing tons of natural light plus overhead industrial lighting and Sky Light. This
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$230 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Luxeshot Studio
Jingletown, Oakland, CA5.0 (48)
20 guests
Luxeshot Studio. TOUR VIDEO: https://tinyurl.com/Luxeshot
The Studio provides an ideal space for photographers, videographers, brands, and creators to bring their visions to life! It features a large white cyclorama wall, skylight, concrete floors and access to amenities like our loading dock and shower.
What's Included:
Two Gated Parking Passes
First Floor
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$336 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Lot78 Studios
South Kennedy Tract, Oakland, CA5.0 (7)
5 guests
Lot78 Studios. ABOUT THE SPACE:
Our 500 square feet Industrial loft workspace/studio is on the first floor inside High Street Studios in Oakland, CA. located in the Fruitvale District in Oakland. 6 blocks from Fruitvale BART station.
The loft provides lots of natural light, high
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$500 total
before taxes
3 hr min
RBA Creative
Redwood Heights, Oakland, CA4.9 (122)
10 guests
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 have
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$150 total
before taxes
2 hr min
The Reef Studios
Downtown Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
50 guests
The Reef Studios. The Reef Studios offers a spacious layout for visual content production and events, 7 x 10 ft adjustable backdrops for photography/videography, and multiple convertible sets for visual content. We are located in downtown Oakland on Lathom square. There is a ton of culture within walking
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$120 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Natural Light Studio and Dance/Yoga/Rehearsal Hall
Downtown Oakland, CA4.9 (24)
30 guests
Welcome to our space!
A warm, naturally lit studio with mirrors, dance floor, cubbies, and lounge space. Our space is 800 sq ft, with south west facing windows that let natural light in all day. A creative hub nestled in the same building as Flax
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$230 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Virtual Production LED Wall Studio
West Oakland, CA40 guests
Area! Our film quality 2.8mm pitch LED video wall is available for rental. Currently we are sharing a space with another photo studio, where sound could be an issue, but we have been able to work together when needed to keep it quiet. There is a
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$5,968 total
before taxes
8 hr min
Beautiful city apartment, GREAT natural light, Production Equipment Offered (photoshoots, video shoots, podcast recording )
Cleveland Heights, Oakland, CA8 guests
This space is ideal for photography and videography! It gets great natural light and is very spacious, furniture can be rearranged to your liking, and I can also offer production equipment and crew to assist with your project (Canon C70 x 2, MIX PRE 6 Recorder/Mixer,
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$173 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Sawmill Studio
Oakland Ave - Harrison St, CA4.9 (197)
20 guests
Sawmill Studio. 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.
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$627 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
Ivy Hill, Oakland, CA5.0 (210)
10 guests
HOT OFF THE PRESS! Please ask for my new guide "25 Ways I Use My Studio for Boudoir / Editorial / Lifestyle," which demonstrates over two dozen different settings you can create here.
Welcome to my studio! I'm Cheshire Isaacs, a top rated Bay Area photographer specializing
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$230 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Creative community event Space
Merritt, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
30 guests
Creative community event Space. Open concept multi set spacious and versatile 1,700. ft. multi use media space designed for film shoots, photography sessions, podcast recordings, and creative media events. White, black, and green screen available. Seamless colored backdrops and multi sets are included. Small stage and different sets can
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$204 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Designer's Luminous Artistic Sanctuary : Lifestyle + Photo + Video + Events
Clinton, Oakland, CA4.9 (54)
10 guests
Apartment is 1800 Sq Ft
Living Room: 180 Sq Ft
Bedroom 1: 90 Sq Ft
Bedroom 2: 132 Sq Ft
Bedroom 3: 120 Sq Ft
2 Bathrooms: 1 tub, one clear shower
Kitchen: Modern with brand new steel appliances, hood stove
I'm a Feng Shui based interior designer and sustainable artist and
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$230 total
before taxes
2 hr min
MagnoliaStudios.rsvp
West Oakland, CA5.0 (10)
10 guests
MagnoliaStudios.rsvp. Welcome to Magnolia Studios!
We specialize in 🎬 🗣️ INTERVIEW PRODUCTIONS 🗣️ 🎬 Sunny, modern, spacious and designed for sit down interviews of all kinds — executives, customer testimonials, YouTube content, documentaries — any talking head! MORE 👇
PERFECT FOR INTERVIEWS ✨
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It features everything I, as a working
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$283 total
before taxes
5 hr min
Full Service Photo Studio, Prop Shop + Prep Kitchen
West Oakland, CA5.0 (6)
15 guests
Our Full Service Photo Studio, Prep Kitchen, and Prop Shop are located in east Oakland near the Bay Bridge. Our ground level, 900 sq ft photo studio includes a small prep kitchen, our entire surface collection, a crew conference table, and a grip/storage area. It
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$876 total
before taxes
8 hr min
Studio Oak Creatives
Ivy Hill, Oakland, CA5.0 (7)
4 guests
Studio Oak Creatives. Beautiful Light! Clean raw Studio Space
Photo Shoots are great here!
Art Studio has a long white wall 20” with a 25 foot view towards it at the front and 14’ view from the rest.
Nice Friendly Neighborhood Upper San Antonio District near Lakeshore, Oakland
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$260 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Stunning Indoor/Outdoor Luxury Space for your Photo/Video Shoots
Piedmont Avenue, Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
30 guests
Piedmont Ave Gem: A Cinematic Sanctuary for Film Productions
Step into an enchanting oasis nestled on a serene cul de sac in the vibrant Piedmont Ave neighborhood, presenting an unparalleled backdrop for film scouts in search of unique and versatile locations. This architectural marvel, hidden behind an
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$1,205 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Sun-Drenched Modern Haven: Your Ultimate Setting for Photo and Video Creation
Longfellow, Oakland, CA4.9 (47)
15 guests
Come into this wonderfully decorated and updated home! This house is originally a beautiful Craftsman (still touched with inlaid wooden floors and curved arched doorways and windows) with modern updates and excellent decor that can be found in Dwell magazine. The house is wonderfully charming and
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$822 total
before taxes
6 hr min
Studio space near Lake Merritt/Bella Vista Area
Bella Vista, Oakland, CA5.0 (4)
10 guests
This space is perfect for studio sessions and includes a full kitchen. It offers WiFi, and a speaker for music and is located in the Bella Vista neighborhood. The equipment available consists of a white backdrop, two reflective photography umbrellas, two external flashes, and a trigger.
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$120 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Bright Modern Yoga Studio with great natural light in West Oakland
West Oakland, CA4.9 (138)
14 guests
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 sets)
Theraband
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$54 total
before taxes
1 hr min
West Oakland Creative space Designed for Photography and Video - DAILY use
West Oakland, CA8 guests
ARCHITECTURAL STUDIO FOR TABLE TOP AND FOOD SHOOTS. Also ideal for cooking classes, cook book shoots, meetings, smaller events. Located in the up and coming Prescott neighborhood of West Oakland's Creative District with plenty of unmetered street parking.
Show up and be ready to shoot with just
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Exclusive Venue in West Oakland
West Oakland, CA4.8 (63)
12 guests
We are located close to “Bart transit system ”It brings you to the facility only one block away, With secured off street parking our facility totals 1,200 square feet. A one stop shop for artist of all genre.
Our photography and film room is 15
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$57 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Exclusive Venue With Accommodating Space Available
West Oakland, CA4.9 (16)
40 guests
We are located in Old Oakland Prescott District, near West Oakland Bart and The Port of Oakland
With on street parking our facility totals 1.260 sq feet. A one stop shop for artist of all genre
Our meeting space is 15x55 sq ft. It accommodates thirty
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$113 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Soundwave Studios
West Oakland, CA4.8 (220)
30 guests
Soundwave Studios. Soundwave Studios Backlot in West Oakland available for: film, video, photography, music, rehearsals, and classes. Public events, concerts are not allowed.
2500 square foot flexible space
50' x 30' open concrete floor space
100 amp power distribution breaker panel
off street
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$127 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Ultra Modern Studio
South Prescott, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
25 guests
The studio has all that you need for your creative projects: 1,000 square feet, 10' high ceilings, large movable work table, paper backgrounds, dedicated bathroom & make up station with shower, rubber floors, LED lighting, and more. Equipment rental available on site.
Note: this listing for the
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$448 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Modern Light-Filled Craftsman Perfect for Photo & Video Shoots
Shafter, Oakland, CA5.0 (24)
20 guests
Fully remodeled, bright, airy and modern craftsman house. Mid century modern furniture throughout. Open floor plan. Kitchen has white and walnut cabinets, marble backsplash, a large eat in peninsula, and white Caesarstone counters. Dining table seats 6 8 comfortably. Kitchen counter seats 3.
Beautiful, fully landscaped
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$745 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Ellen Shershow Photography
Dimond District, Oakland, CA5.0 (13)
10 guests
Ellen Shershow Photography. Shershow studios is a functional, flexible, and beautiful creative space for shoots of all types and sizes.
The main studio is 1,046 sq feet with 12 foot ceilings, It has natural light on one end. The opposite end has a wall mounted backdrop holder and is
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$255 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Pro Photo & Video Studio in Emeryville/N. Oakland | Loads of Rental Gear
Paradise Park, Oakland, CA5.0 (33)
15 guests
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
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$651 total
before taxes
6 hr min
Daylight Photo Studio w/ easy load in + onsite gear
Hawthorne, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
10 guests
Daylight studio primarily geared towards stills photography has ample natural light, direct access roll up door for easy load in, and 12 18ft ceilings. The open floor plan makes for a flexible workspace excellent for large seamless, table top, lay down, on figure, and room set
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$1,095 total
before taxes
10 hr min
Large Multi-Use Photo and Video Studio
Fruitvale, Oakland, CA5.0 (1)
60 guests
for photographers, content creators, educators, and artists working in alternative or specialty genres. The space blends the aesthetics of a professional photo studio with the flexibility of a stylized set—perfect for bold, creative projects.
Studio Features
Professional lighting and grip equipment to support a wide range of
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$249 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Fully Equipped Industrial Photo/Video Studio with Great Natural Light
Fruitvale Station, Oakland, CA5.0 (137)
10 guests
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 general
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$207 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Urban loft with Natural Light
Coliseum Industrial, Oakland, CA5.0 (2)
100 guests
This open floor loft offers 1,200 sq ft of flexible space perfect for parties, photo/video shoots, meetings, pop ups, and more. With high ceilings, natural light, and a modern blank canvas vibe, it’s easy to customize for your needs.
Amenities include WiFi, a Bluetooth speaker, restrooms, and
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$184 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Oakland Hills Mid-Century Modern | Filmed Interviews, Photo Shoots and Video Productions
Piedmont Pines, Oakland, CA4.9 (10)
20 guests
OAKLAND HILLS MID CENTURY MODERN PRODUCTION HOUSE | NATURAL LIGHT & PANORAMIC VIEWS
Perched atop the Oakland Hills with stunning west facing views, this architectural gem offers production companies the perfect blend of natural beauty, flexible spaces, and logistical convenience. Step into this light filled, open concept
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$931 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Luxury Film/Photo Location. Large Open Space. Panoramic Views. Tranquility.
Woodminster, Oakland, CA4.9 (15)
30 guests
Need an inspiring space for your next media production? We've got you covered! It is an open floor plan (dining, kitchen, living room) that can host up to a 50 person production.
This beautiful home is available for daily rental and is suitable for cooking
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$1,030 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Photo video portrait studio
Frick, Oakland, CA8 guests
Small studio for portraits with sky rail light holders, with sound system and outdoors space for natural light shots. We have a few backdrops with grey thunderstorm is the default. Happy to set it up for whatever your preference and you’re welcome to use my lighting.
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$920 total
before taxes
8 hr min
Frequently Asked Questions
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through February 2026.
How much does a photo studio cost to rent in Oakland?
Photo studios in Oakland average $88 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
photo studios Pricing Range in Oakland, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for photo studios venues in Oakland, ranging between $83.13 and $187.4.
$88/hr average
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What's the best day to rent a photo studio in Oakland?
Saturdays are the most popular day for booking photo studios in Oakland. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Sunday and Saturday as these days are 26% cheaper on average.
How popular are photo studios in Oakland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 2683 people into their photo studios with reviews averaging 4.92 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 98%.
How long do people rent photo studios in Oakland?
Most photo studios are scheduled for 4 hours, with 4 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Photo Studios starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
photo studios Booking Times in Oakland, CA
Image representing average rental time for photo studios in Oakland, emphasizing most start between 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Reviews for photo studios
Derek A.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
needed a space for a last minute photoshoot and Cherlyn's space was absolutely perfect! Cherlyn was a fantastic host! She was incredibly helpful in letting me know the instructions on the building, setting up the studio for my shoot, parking and took the time to make sure that...
Shoshana B.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
an indoor shoot during the rainstorm.
The host was very helpful and considerate. she even helped me during my photo session with lighting and entertaining the baby i was shooting...
Andria B.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
find at first, but once you get inside, The space was just as described and looks exactly in photos. The open space, wooden floors & option for backdrops really helped with my photoshoot & was able to achieve the looks I wanted. Cheryln was extremely helpful & friendly! I would most definitely use...
Joi C.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
Really wonderful space to have a photoshoot, especially if you're doing headshots. Cherlyn and Alexis are incredibly responsive and lovely. Will definitely come to back to shoot here again...
Darren C.
Downtown Oakland Retail Space with 22' Ceilings
The place was perfect for our photoshoot! Ari was very communicative and was receptive to using items in her shop as props, which was super nice of her. I would definitely use her space again for other shoots...
Ricky D.
Downtown Oakland's premier PROFOTO Photo / Video Production Studio
This is an amazing photography studio space. I'm not much of a photographer who can really afford a full studio and gear, but this studio is a great location for anyone with a budget! Leon was very helpful and accommodating before, during and after our stay. Very convenient location...
Lauren D.
3,800 ft² Open Loft-style Studio with 38' Infinity Wall
It was a top-notch experience all around for our first official Innersense Organic Beauty photo shoot! We rented the space along with some basic equipment.
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Venue.
This premium space offered us exactly what we were looking for in terms of diversity (infinity...
Donna E.
Downtown Loft Style Art Gallery / Event Space with Hip, Urban Feel
delivery great support for our film shoot.
The space is in an excellent location: one block from the 12th St Bart, heaps of parking and excellent food and coffee options nearby.
This would be a good spot for a hosted party, dinner or photoshoot.
Thanks again to Assan and the...
Lauryn G.
Indoor Cafe & Outdoor Patio Space
and responsive. The space was able to house a full production crew with it's multiple areas. We used the outdoor space for a photo shoot. This space is great, especially if you have a smaller crew and are looking for a space to shoot a cafe/patio scene. Matt was...
Christina H.
2,400 ft² Open Loft-styled Versatile Studio
have been waiting for a long time for a truly professional photo studio to come to the East Bay. The contemporary walls and abundant natural light worked exactly as I had hoped for my portrait project. Alex, the studio manager, was a wonderful communicator and helped me book the space...
Christina H.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
Exactly as described, I enjoyed the beautiful natural light and available seamless paper choices. Perfect for the small photo shoot I had...
Marissa H.
2,400 ft² Open Loft-styled Versatile Studio
exposure area for the day and everything ran smoothly. The space was clean and bright, and the full kitchen made it perfect for food photography. We will definitely use this space again - highly recommend!
Alex was wonderful and accommodating! He went above and beyond as a host - when we needed...
Linds H.
Private Downtown Urban Design Studio w/ Clean Hard Wood Floors
Booked this space for a private shopping appointment and for a mini photo-shoot for jewelry. Taylor was so sweet and easy to work with. The space had everything we needed for our shopping appointment, fitting room, racks, cute little cash-wrap desk. Well-lit and airy space. Would plan...
Mawiyah J.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
The space was great for my photo shoot. The host was incredibly warm and accommodating. The space was well equipped with many of the tools I use for a successful photo shoot. I'd love to book here again...
James L.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
the room felt so welcoming/pleasing. I would recommend this place to anyone looking for a indoor place with perfect natural lighting to do a photo shoot in. Parking isn't too bad either considering it is in downtown, always have a change ready for the meters $2/Hr...
Alexandria M.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
This was such a great space for my photo shoot. The lighting was everything and the pictures came out amazing. The space is very versatile in a way where you can arrange the props where the shots are different each time. Thanks so much...
Jenn M.
Bright & Chic Creative Space in Uptown Oakland
This place was great! I did a morning of photoshoots which included hair and makeup for the clients beforehand. There was just enough room for us to prep our clients at one end of the studio and to photography them on the other end in front of the great windows...
Erika P.
Downtown Rehearsal Studio with Natural Lighting
Great space, we had a lovely photo shoot here and the host was on hand for any questions we had. Would definitely use again...
Scott P.
2,400 ft² Open Loft-styled Versatile Studio
great space. very responsive host. will use again. every thing we needed and more for our photo shoot
Kurtis S.
Downtown Rehearsal Studio with Natural Lighting
This space was exactly what I needed, and at a great rental rate, for a photo shoot with a client! I was able to comfortably bring in and set up my lights and backdrop. There were plenty of power outlets for plugging in lights and equipment. The space had...
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