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Popular portrait photography locations
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Creative Space 13
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (9)
15 guests
Creative Space 13. ✔ Space Overview
We have 2 hour Minimum.
We understand that some photographers may only need the space for 1 hour therefor we have a single hour rate of $55 for one hour. Message us if you only need one hour.
Photo Studio Room
Outside space usage Elevator
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$84 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Velvett Studios
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (20)
25 guests
Velvett Studios. Welcome to Velvett Photo Studio! Please read before booking:
*Day of booking requests will be at $80/hr*
Myself or an assistant will be on site for all bookings.
This studio is ideal for:
* Photography sessions: portrait, fashion, product, lifestyle
* Video shoots: interviews, reels, and branded content
* Content creation for
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$184 total
before taxes
2 hr min
The Wild Bloom Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (181)
20 guests
The Wild Bloom 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 different
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From
$70
/hr
2 hr min
Milk Bath Studio by Dirty Mermaid Beauty
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (30)
6 guests
Milk Bath Studio by Dirty Mermaid Beauty. Welcome to our private, verdant Berkeley garden bath set. An open aire studio, specifically designed for intimate and nature inspired photo shoots. This secluded garden oasis features a vintage 1920's clawfoot bathtub for milk bath photography, romantic greenery and soft natural light ideal for boudoir,
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$328 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Studio Rogue
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (200)
6 guests
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 strobe
TTL triggers for
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From
$70
/hr
2 hr min
Rivertown Creative Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (4)
9 guests
Rivertown Creative Studio. Photo Studio for portrait, fashion , commercial or product photography.
Two shooting areas
1) Camera room 18x36' and 11' celings.
a) 3 Stobe lights: Main,Fill light & Hair light.
b) 18 Background choices: High quality Musin & Canvas. Plus some paper backgrounds. Portable Flooring:
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$120 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Patrick Johnson Studios
Central San Mateo, CA5.0 (12)
20 guests
Patrick Johnson Studios. Very cool unique Photography Studio in San Mateo. In the heart of Silicon Valley and San Francisco. Near downtown San Mateo. Great location right off the freeway. Like being in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Legendary photographer Pat Johnson (www.patjohnson.com) designed it from top
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From
$100
/hr
3 hr min
Golden Moon Studios
Central San Mateo, CA5.0 (130)
50 guests
Golden Moon Studios. Sunny, Private & Production Ready Space in the Heart of Downtown San Mateo
Our newly renovated studio blends natural beauty with functionality, featuring original hardwood floors, high ceilings, and extraordinary natural light that’s ideal for photo and video shoots. Designed as an artist’s studio, it’s equipped with
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$555 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Femme Luxe Nook
North Central, San Mateo, CA5.0 (2)
10 guests
Femme Luxe Nook. Welcome to our charming 1 bed, 1 bath condo located in the heart of San Mateo, just minutes from downtown. This stylish and versatile space is ideal for small to medium scale productions looking for a clean, modern backdrop with lots of natural light.
🛋️ Key Features
• Open
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$289 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Beautiful deck with views of the Bay- perfect for small events and shoots
Hillsdale, San Mateo, CA5.0 (8)
20 guests
Beautiful and spacious 1350 sq ft. outdoor deck with a stunning view of the San Francisco skyline, San Mateo bridge, and the bay, perfect for work gatherings, candlelit dinners, photo shoots, and everything in between. Located in a coveted neighborhood in the heart of the peninsula,
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$300 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Modern Chic Salon
Western Hills, San Mateo, CA5.0 (1)
25 guests
This beautiful 1550 sq ft hair salon sits nestled into the Crystal Springs Shopping Village in San Mateo, CA.
Originally rebuilt in 2020, the space was intended to serve clients looking for expert styling, esthetician, and beauty services.
The exterior of the studio showcases large windows that
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$1,095 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Studio 33
6.7 miles from San Mateo, CA4.9 (134)
10 guests
Studio 33. Welcome to Studio 33 – more than just a photo/video studio. We’re a fully equipped content creation space and brand strategy hub, built for creatives, entrepreneurs, and professionals looking to make an impact. Nestled in downtown San Bruno (just steps from Starbucks), our clean and versatile
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$42 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Cuento Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (34)
25 guests
Cuento Studio. Studio Overview
Cuento Studio is a full service production space designed for photo and video shoots of all sizes.
Our 20’ x 25’ x 18’ cyclorama wall is large enough to fit a vehicle and is ideal for commercial productions, brand campaigns, music videos, and large scale photo
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$339 total
before taxes
2 hr min
ENNVISION Studios
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (70)
6 guests
ENNVISION Studios. Welcome to Ennvision Studios! Located in the Mission Creek neighborhood of San Francisco, this is a full creative space and photography studio provided by ENN Photos. This space has multiple areas that may be of use for your creative needs with a full kitchen section, a
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$150 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Sintak Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (598)
10 guests
Sintak Studio. A bright, creative, and inspired environment for your next photo shoot, video shoot, podcast, production meeting or workshop. Located in the North East part of San Francisco's Mission District the studio is a stand alone, single unit building with a one car garage and easy street
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$657 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Natural Light Lifestyle Studio in the Mission
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (42)
6 guests
Available 7 days a week | 8am 6pm
NATURAL LIGHT STUDIO
The sunlight pours into the tall bay windows in this apartment. The front room gets beautiful direct natural light. This is a great setup for a lifestyle photoshoot. We also provide a desk, couch, chair, printer, and
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$982 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Silicon Valley’s Favorite Maternity, Newborn, Branding Photography Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area12 guests
ESTHER KAY STUDIO
LOCATED IN THE HEART OF SILICON VALLEY PALO ALTO CA.
Rental Option
Hourly Rate (lighting equipment only) $120per hour
STUDIO INFO
THREE 20X10 ROOMS | 200SQFT EACH
6 STROB LIGHTS, 3 CONTINUOUS LIGHTS MODIFIERS, WOMEN AND MATERNITY CLIENT CLOSET, NEWBORN PROPS, POSING TABLE.
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From
$120
/hr
2 hr min
Sunrise & Sunset Studios
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (148)
10 guests
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 we
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$219 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Gorgeous Modern Photo Studio for Headshots, Boudoir, Fashion
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (219)
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
RBA Creative
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (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
Moments by Renae Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area8 guests
Moments by Renae Studio. High ceilings and cozy natural light studio located in the heart of Fremont's historic Niles District.
Situated inside a charming historic building, this versatile creative space is designed for photographers, content creators, small business owners, wellness practitioners, and anyone looking for a warm, inviting environment to create.
Large
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$60 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Perspectives Photo
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (176)
20 guests
Perspectives Photo. This space has several areas available for photography and videography production with a modern, minimal feel. The space is bright but can be diffused with curtains on each of the four walls of large black framed windows. There are various ways to utilitize the
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$219 total
before taxes
2 hr min
ViV MGMT
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (35)
30 guests
ViV MGMT. We are a full service photography studio specializing in fashion, product, food, advertising, and e commerce projects. With multiple shooting bays including a cyclorama. We are an affordable and creatively inspiring option while still maintaining a high quality output in a comfortable space.
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$1,200 total
before taxes
8 hr min
Bright White, Natural Light Lifestyle Studio in South Los Altos | Branding, Family Shoots, Lifestyle, Boudoir
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (305)
30 guests
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 creative
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From
$100
/hr
2 hr min
Sync Design Inc
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (7)
20 guests
Sync Design Inc. Sync Studio Space is your off site production hub and so much more. 1900plus sq ft of open studio space (36 feet by 54 feet and 20ft ceilings) for your photo or video needs.
In house equipment as well as Backdrops and paintable sets for videographers
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$387 total
before taxes
4 hr min
Ringlight Studios
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (58)
6 guests
Ringlight Studios. ALL LIGHTING GEAR INCLUDED FOR USE DURING YOUR STUDIO RENTAL AT NO EXTRA CHARGE. :)
Due to the size of the studio, renters may not exceed a maximum of eight (8) people allowed in the space at one time.
This highly versatile compact 410 sq. ft photo
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$255 total
before taxes
3 hr min
Luxury Club for Photoshoots
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (22)
20 guests
Our space is now available for commercial ads, lifestyle shoots, music videos, boudoir sessions, music videos and more. Featuring 2 stages, a bar, multiple couches, and changeable lighting, this is the perfect spot for your next shoot.
Rentals come with 1 staff member to control lighting
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From
$248
/hr
2 hr min
Psalms Photography Studio Pleasanton
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (2)
10 guests
Psalms Photography Studio Pleasanton. Welcome to our spacious photography rental studio, located conveniently on the border of Pleasanton and Livermore, CA. This bright and inviting space is flooded with natural light, creating a warm, airy ambiance perfect for all types of shoots. The studio features light, neutral tones throughout, providing
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$258 total
before taxes
2 hr min
SJPS - San Jose Photo Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.9 (35)
15 guests
SJPS - San Jose Photo Studio. The ideal space for creative collaborations in San Jose! 👀 LIGHTING PROVIDED
This space is perfect for creative 📸 photo shoots, 🎬 video shoots, 🎙️ podcasts, AI avatar, interviews, social media content, 🎉 small events and more.
🔆 Plenty of natural light if you want it,
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$173 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Fully Equipped Photography Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (1)
6 guests
Studio Rogue features a 13'x32' shooting area and make up/changing station, as well as a 9'x5' storage area. The studio has ceilings over 15' high and the entire interior is painted white. The rental includes not only the space but a copious set of gear, including:
GEAR
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From
$70
/hr
2 hr min
Convert Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (9)
40 guests
Convert Studio. 1400 Sq Ft Natural Light Photo Studio.
Grip (8 C Stands and Sandbags, 8 Foam Core Flats, Apple Boxes, Studio Stand) included in rental.
Located in downtown San Anselmo, adjacent to great restaurants and shopping.
Great space for photo shoots, films & other creative projects!
40 stools and
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$472 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Beautiful Studio with Natural Light
Serving the San Mateo, CA area4.0 (3)
5 guests
Welcome to the place we call our creative home!
Our studio is filled with natural light, perfect for photoshoots/video shoots. There is one main open space available to use/shoot in as well as two separate rooms for shooting.
The studio is on the second floor
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$120 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Studio 11
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (12)
25 guests
Studio 11. 950 Sq Ft Open Spaced Studio ideal for video and photo shoots and podcasts with multiple designed spaces for unique shoots.
Podcast lounge styles are for filming, photos or podcasts.
Natural Wall backdrop 20ft x 8ft for shoots.
Large 10 ft windows with sheer curtains
All Lighting and Gaffing
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$196 total
before taxes
2 hr min
Luxury Glam Studio with Pro Lighting – Perfect for Makeup Artists, Photographers & Creators”
Serving the San Mateo, CA area6 guests
Description:
Step into a modern, luxury glam and content creation studio designed for beauty professionals, photographers, and digital creators who want to produce polished, high quality work in style.
Located in Vallejo, this clean, elegant space features professional makeup stations with Hollywood lighting, adjustable photography backdrops, and pro
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$84 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Industrial Photography Space
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5 guests
Thank you for showing interest in our Industrial Photography Space. We currently use the space to host and accommodate photo shoots for a few of our clothing brands.
What we provide:
10x15 ft space used for photo shoots
ideal for fashion shoots, e
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$78 total
before taxes
1 hr min
Spacious Modern Photography Studio
Serving the San Mateo, CA area5.0 (20)
25 guests
Spacious modern photography studio with easy access to freeways and other shopping areas in Tracy CA. Located in a busy shopping plaza with family friendly stores and many food service options. The studio is 900 sq, which includes a reception, guest lounge, open studio space, bathroom
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From
$50
/hr
2 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 August 2026.
How much does a portrait photography location cost to rent in San Mateo?
Portrait photography locations in San Mateo average $104 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
portrait photography locations Pricing Range in San Mateo, CA
Graphic displaying average hourly rates for portrait photography locations venues in San Mateo, ranging between $92 and $124.
$104/hr average
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How long do people rent portrait photography locations in San Mateo?
Most portrait photography locations are scheduled for 4 hours, with 5 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Portrait Photoshoots starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.
portrait photography locations Booking Times in San Mateo, CA
Image representing average rental time for portrait photography locations in San Mateo, emphasizing most start between 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
9:00 AM4:00 PM
How popular are portrait photography locations in San Mateo?
Our local hosts have welcomed 1337 people into their portrait photography locations with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.
What's the best day to rent a portrait photography location in San Mateo?
Tuesdays are the most popular day for booking portrait photography locations in San Mateo. For those seeking a deal, consider booking Saturday and Sunday as these days are 15% cheaper on average.
Reviews for portrait photography locations
Alison G.
Soundproof Meeting Room inside Urban Winery
Great location for an executive headshots photoshoot, everything went very smooth
Mackenzie P.
Dance Studio, Meeting and Cultural Space in Downtown San Mateo
The space was perfect for our needs, which was as a photography studio for corporate headshots. Jesica was amazingly prompt with her messages and accommodating with our last-minute booking, and everything was clean, easy, and perfect! Highly recommend...
Josue P.
Beautiful Estate
vows ceremony, and let me just say, it felt like a dream!! This home is big, beautiful, and made for the most amazing family portraits. Sarah was an amazing host who was friendly, accessible, and helpful throughout the entire process. I would 100% use this space for another event. The...
Martino M.
Creative Studio with Beautiful Natural Light & Stunning Charcoal Backdrop. Perfect for Photography & Videography
painted a strategic wall dark gray and it saves me from putting up a backdrop in some situations. Likewise, the furniture is good for portrait shoots. There is more than enough room to do a single or family portrait...
Janke M.
Spacious South Facing Natural Light Industrial Photo Studio
Loved renting this space for portraits and I hope to do it soon again. Communication was great and directions were good. Host is super responsive and friendly...
Alison F.
Creative Meeting Space | University South
This was wonderful! We even shot our team's headshots here
Henry R.
Daylight Photo Studio in SF with a Kitchen
This space is absolutely beautiful for portrait photography. There's a lot of natural light from the windows, the space has a large backdrop, and equipment that's available for extra. The host is amazing and very accommodating. I recommend renting this space...
Jane O.
Daylight Photo Studio in SF with a Kitchen
Great studio for my portraits!!
Susan was super nice and helpful with everything. Will book again when in town
Daniel D.
Daylight Photo Studio in SF with a Kitchen
Susan was great and the space has AMAZING daylight. Perfect for my simple portrait shoot. Would definitely shoot here again
Abigail S.
Daylight Photo Studio in SF with a Kitchen
had a fantastic experience booking Susan's studio for a client headshot and model session. From the moment I arrived, Susan was incredibly accommodating and kind, creating a welcoming atmosphere that put both me and my clients at ease. She went above and beyond to ensure that I had everything...
Maximillian T.
Daylight Photo Studio in SF with a Kitchen
Beautiful studio, very versatile, overall fantastic!
Worked perfect for my portrait session. Thanks Susan
Peter M.
Photo Studio w/ FREE GEAR
Used this studio for a portrait shoot - worked out well. It's a small but thoughtfully arranged work space with lots of amenities which was a selling point for me. It's perfect for anything table top but with ceilings are around 12 ft. I had no issues doing portraits...
Dennis B.
Perfect Studio with Cyc wall, Natural Light & Grip Equipment
Great studio space for professional photography! Everything I needed was available - the cyc wall was perfect for headshots, and the natural light coming in was beautiful and even. The grip equipment was in excellent condition and made setup quick and easy.
The space was clean, professional, and exactly as advertised...
Gabriel M.
Natural light studio in San Francisco
Host was very friendly and available for all my studio needs. Great place for head shots
Feng Shan L.
Natural light studio in San Francisco
Such a spacious and clean studio. The light is soft and great for portrait photography. The studio rules are easy to understand and follow. Angie is super responsive. I am definitely looking forward to using this studio again...
Jamie P.
Natural light studio in San Francisco
Great space with the best natural lighting. Rented the space for two hours for headshots + they turned out amazing. The best part were the various furniture pieces we could use + incorporate into the shoot. Parking was easy to come by which was a huge bonus. Would definitely recommend + use again...
Vanessa R.
Natural light studio in San Francisco
session and it was perfect. The natural light was beautiful and consistent, making it easy to get clean, vibrant shots. The space was minimal, stylish, and super versatile—ideal for portraits and lifestyle content. Booking was smooth and communication was great. Highly recommend...
Shelby G.
Natural light studio in San Francisco
Great place! The assortment of chairs is perfect to boost a lifestyle shoot or assist in headshot poses. Was easy to get in and set up!
As someone visiting the area it was perfect for what I needed and accurately advertised...
Sandra R.
Spacious Downtown Photo Studio
needed some professional headshots for my website and LinkedIn. This space and the backdrop was just what I needed and Josh was also the photographer. Thank you for your help...
Jackie C.
Spacious Downtown Photo Studio
Great value! Had a minimal setup that allowed for gorgeous moody black and white portraits. Space is larger in person than it appears in the photos...
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