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from$119/hr
Everything You Could Need in Amazing Location *Limited Time All Included Professional Studio Lighting, Seamless & AC*
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
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**Huge updates in 2022** - 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...
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from$150/hr
Creative, Eclectic Home with Lots of Natural Light
Inner Sunset, San Francisco, CA
6
Our home is best suited for commercial/video/photo shoots. The main floor of our home consists of a very sunny and bright entrance room, family room, dining room, guest bathroom, kitchen and laundry room. The spaces provide a comfortable, casual and funky lived-in vibe. The style...
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from$75/hr
Light controlled creative studio in the heart of the Mission/Valencia, San Francisco. Great for film and photo production!
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
166
SUMMER SPECIAL! - BOOK TODAY AND YOUR NEXT BOOKING WILL BE 25% OFF! Looking for a great studio to fit your production needs? Look no further as we have you covered in the most cultured district of the entire Bay Area in the heart of...
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from$75/hr
Light-Filled Creative Space for Photoshoots/Production
Excelsior, San Francisco, CA
5
Newly renovated in June 2022! New floors, paint, doors and modern hardware. Spacious, light-filled great room with an amazing view of San Francisco at the top of the hill. Located in the quiet, residential University Mound (94112) neighborhood of SF. Primarily used as a photography...
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from$250/hr
Masterpiece 1907 Victorian home
Potrero Hill, San Francisco, CA
7
...deep terraced garden is an oasis which includes mature trees and many exotic plantings. Space is great for team offsites, meetings, photoshoots and outdoor yoga sessions. House can easily hosts 15 people and same with the backyard...
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from$99/hr
Contemporary SF home with natural light and stunning ocean views; Great for photo / video shoots & interviews
Outer Sunset, San Francisco, CA
33
...natural light and sweeping ocean views - you've come to the right place. Our space can be rented for video shoots, photo shoots, interviews, team off-sites, workshops and more! Our home has 1,600 square feet, sweeping views of the Pacific ocean, great natural...
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from$95/hr
Modern Home with Stunning Kitchen
Bernal Heights, San Francisco, CA
3
...island (4.5x7 feet) , stainless steel appliances and an induction cooktop. The space is great for lifestyle, food or product photo or video shoots. The dining area features a beautiful custom made round walnut top dining table with room for 4-5 people and built...
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from$150/hr
Mission Garden Space
Mission District, San Francisco, CA
56
Available 7-days a week | 7AM-10PM Host your next off-site meeting, planning session or workshop in a private, light-filled space perfect for inspiring creativity. Booking enables access to: ● Garden (approximately 25'x30') ● Patio (approximately 14'x7') ● ‘Conference room' (approximately 13'x15') ● Seating area in...
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from$68/hr
Spacious South Facing Natural Light Industrial Photo Studio
Silver Terrace, San Francisco, CA
183
Welcome to our photo/video production studio! This 1000-square foot space in a historic industrial building was originally built as a live/work artist loft before it was rezoned to commercial-only about 20 years ago. The shooting floor is approximately 20'x30' with a 10'x10' south-facing window at...
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The Bay Area has no shortage of scenic outdoor photoshoot locations for capturing impressive shots, whether you're a professional photographer or an enthusiastic hobbyist. Urban settings like city streets and alleyways provide a classic setting for fashion shoots or street photography. You'll find plenty of contrasting textures such as brick walls, colorful graffiti, wrought-iron balconies, and cable cars that can create a sense of motion in your shots. And what better way to get an amazing shot of the Golden Gate Bridge than from the comfort of a rooftop terrace? Rooftop rentals are great for capturing the city skyline. And for those aiming to do an outdoor night photoshoot in San Francisco, these elevated spaces come alive with an ethereal beauty after dark. Whether you're looking for a waterfront view, a historic landmark, or an everyday urban backdrop, this city boasts a wealth of stellar editorial photo opportunities.
Many high-end private residences in San Francisco feature courtyards that make picturesque outdoor photoshoot locations. Between Victorian-era houses and contemporary mansions, these magnificent venues provide plenty of options when it comes to both architecture and landscaping, giving you ample inspiration to capture a winning shot. Likewise, head to a garden location if you’re in search of a tranquil escape amidst stunning blooms. Whether it's a fragrant rose garden or an English-style courtyard filled with greenery and fountains, garden spaces offer elegant backdrops that can transport your audience to a fairytale world. Those on a budget can consider reserving hourly backyard rentals, which offer a uniquely SF charm and personality. A well-maintained backyard is often home to interesting foliage, artwork, and furniture that all contribute to a stellar setting for any type of shoot, from product to family photography.
At an outdoor photoshoot space in San Francisco, you can leverage natural lighting to capture enchanting images. The best time to take advantage of natural lighting is in the morning or late evening when the sun is lower in the sky, creating an ethereal glow or a unique angle for truly dramatic shots. This type of natural light can make your photos look soft and romantic, so if you're aiming for a dreamy vibe, consider making the most of this so-called golden hour at outdoor photoshoot locations like gardenscapes and courtyards. Similarly, moonlight provides a different type of glow that's gorgeous for evening shoots in front of an industrial warehouse space or atop a rooftop deck. It’s less directional than sunlight, making it ideal for evening shots that call for softer shadows. Plus, it creates an air of mystery that gives photos an alluring charm.

Reviews for outdoor photoshoot locations

Nicole B.
Mission Creative Workspace & Event Venue + Large Backyard
Nick's space was a perfect location for our outdoor photo shoot! Also the kitchen and deck area were beautifuNick's space was a perfect location for our outdoor photo shoot! Also the kitchen and deck area were beautiful spaces with lots of lovely natural light streaming in. Nick was a great host; very accommodating, friendly, and professional. Highly, highly recommend his space...
Calista C.
Mission Loft Studio + Event Venue
and his space are both amazing! I used this space for a photoshoot for my Nutrition business. I used almost every single and his space are both amazing! I used this space for a photoshoot for my Nutrition business. I used almost every single room as well: the kitchen, both bedrooms, the living room, and even the new outdoor space. Michael was kind, accommodating, quick to respond, and I even left two...
Maya C.
Lots of Light Mission Loft
The photos really don't do justice. This is such an awesome studio space in a great part of the Mission. Peter had it allThe photos really don't do justice. This is such an awesome studio space in a great part of the Mission. Peter had it all decked out for our arrival, it's spacious enough to have a few different set ups for a shoot with plenty of depth, very cool...
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 theIt 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. Here is some additional information by category: Venue. This premium space offered us exactly what we were looking for in terms of diversity (infinity...
Nate F.
Inviting, Art-filled Oakland Home w/ Spacious Patio
Her home is very well designed and easy to navigate. I used this home for a photoshoot and the light is great, there is pleHer home is very well designed and easy to navigate. I used this home for a photoshoot and the light is great, there is plenty of space and vignettes to photograph too. The outdoor space is beautiful and spacious with a load in / out driveway that's easy to access...
Melody F.
Film/Photo Location: Contemporary Home With Great Light, Large Garden and Incredible Rooftop Deck
it justice -- it's even better in person. The space is beautifully designed and provided multiple great settings for our multi-dayit justice -- it's even better in person. The space is beautifully designed and provided multiple great settings for our multi-day photoshoot, both indoor and outdoor. He was also a terrific host. Right on time, very welcoming, available for questions and accommodating for our needs. I would book this...
Rachel F.
Natural Light Filled Studio in the Heart of North Beach
Our team rented the space as a place to prep for an outdoor photoshoot on the streets of North Beach. It was an exceOur team rented the space as a place to prep for an outdoor photoshoot on the streets of North Beach. It was an excellent, centrally located studio, with clean facilities and bathrooms. Michael was prompt and easy to communicate with...
Heather H.
Private Nob Hill Terraced Backyard
We booked Ted's outdoor space for a fitness product photoshoot. Ted was very responsive, accommodating and so easy tWe booked Ted's outdoor space for a fitness product photoshoot. Ted was very responsive, accommodating and so easy to work with. This is such a special location, centrally located, definitely a hidden gem in this city. We look forward to having the opportunity to shoot here again in the...