While London can certainly be a picturesque city, it can be a bit of a challenge to plan a photo shoot in the brief flashes of sunlight between bouts of clouds. Luckily, East London (and the areas around Hackney in particular) is swimming in high quality photo studio spaces for even the most ambitious photo sessions. If you’ve been searching for the perfect photo studio for your next project then you’re definitely in the right place. So what are you waiting for? Check out our amazing list of photo studios in Hackney today!
The area has a well-deserved reputation as one of London’s premier artistic centres so it should be no surprise that Hackney, Shoreditch, Hoxton, Lower Clapton, Kingsland and Hackney Wick form a discrete area with some of the best photo studio spaces to be found in London. Take, for example, Hackney Studios, with their pure white infinity coves, victorian brick walls and soundproofed studios or the massive Cr8 Studio (4000+ square feet gives you a lot to work with) with their facilities for both daylight and blackout shooting and awesome cyclorama. Both serve as prime examples of the type of studio spaces you can expect to find in and around Hackney, so regardless of your needs something should jump out at you. The majority of spaces will also offer in-house space for makeup and wardrobe, or have trusted recommendations if necessary so have a look and see which of Hackney’s many studios is perfect for your upcoming photo sessions.
Multi-set Photo/Video Studio at Tiny Room Studios - this lovely studio is perfect for many occasions like photo shoots and workshops. Inside, you’ll be able to conduct an amazing photo session, with a number of fab backdrops you’ll find yourself clicking away and coming out with one-of-a-kind photos, perfect for product or interior design photography. Hire this space near Hackney Central Station from only £38 per hour.
Fully Equipped Photo Studio at 46 Springfield House Lofts - looking for the ideal blank space to shoot your shots? With the fully equipped photo studio you’ll be able to take your photography skills to the next level. Inside the studio you will find a number of lights, soft boxes, costume and makeup spaces and much more. Discover this space near Dalston Kingsland Station for as little as £48 per hour.
Studio Z at Haya Studios - this studio is a little bit different from the previous one. Although made perfectly for photos, it offers a more interesting vibe than a blank space. If you’re planning to shoot something with a home-vibe, then you should definitely consider this studio as your go-to space. Check it out for £100 per hour.
The cost depends greatly on the type of studio you plan to hire, but you can expect an average starting price at around £30 per hour. From there the prices will tend to rise, with some studios charging even as much as £170 per hour. Don’t get discouraged by the prices though–the higher the price the more equipment and amenities the space provides. In the end, it might be cheaper for you to book the more expensive space–just check out what they have to offer!
The equipment available inside Hackney’s photo studios depends on the type of studio you decide to hire. When it comes to professional photo studios, you can expect to find some basic equipment such as different types of lights, light stands, tripods, cables, monitors, speakers, backdrops, softboxes, etc. Before booking the space make sure to check what it offers and also drop a message to the venue manager to see what they offer. Some studios also have equipment available for an extra fee.