the NOOK studio at the NOOK

Photo / Film Studio · Whole venue

  1 review  – 
1B Darnley Road, London, E9 6QH
Hackney Central Station (0.2 mi)

About this space

Our studio spans 547 square feet (50.8 square meters) with ceilings 3.40 meters high. Bathed in natural light from two large north-facing windows, the space also offers blackout options for controlled lighting conditions.

Equipped with a Colorama backdrop system and a portable wall, our studio easily adapts to your creative requirements. A custom storage solution allows for quick transformation of the space, clearing out all equipment to maximize the area for your project.

Studio Area:
- Makeup Station: Includes a vanity mirror with lights, a full-length mirror, a clothing rack with hangers, and a steamer. Curtains can be closed to provide privacy.
- Mini Portable Kitchen Trolley: Equipped with a kettle, an electric milk frother, and supplies for tea, coffee, and filtered water.
- Workspace/Chill Area: Features a desk space and some comfortable seating.

Props / Furniture:
- Italian spaghetti chair
- Marcel Breuer cantilever chrome and leather carver chair, 1980s
- Red metal chair
- Wooden stool
- Copper clothing rack
- Modular sofa in beige (4 pieces)
- Beige table lamp
- White cubes (3 pieces):
40 cm x 40 cm x 40 cm
40 cm x 40 cm x 70 cm
40 cm x 40 cm x 100 cm
- Fabrics in various colors

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Stobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day

Studio Equipment:
1 x Portable Wooden Wall with both sides covered by canvas painted in black and white
4 x Poly Boards with stands
5 x Coloramas (colors: black, super white, leaf, cappuccino, cardamon)
1 x NEWER 10 Feet/3 Meters C-Stand Light Stand
1 x Manfrotto MK190XPRO4 Tripod + X-Pro 3-Way Head
1 x Manfrotto Background Support System
1 x iPhone stabilizer
1 x Flag Panel Reflector 75x90cm (30x34") 4-in-1 Studio Reflector
4 x 5kg sandbags
1 x Multipurpose Trolley
1 x Electric Fan

www.thenook.studio


Prices

Monday
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include VAT.
Options and Extras:
- Studio Assistant: £25 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Light Assistant: £60-80 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Photographer / Videographer: Available upon quotation
- Creative Direction: Available upon quotation
- Set Design: Available upon quotation
- Set Building: Available upon quotation

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Strobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day
Tuesday
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include VAT.
Options and Extras:
- Studio Assistant: £25 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Light Assistant: £60-80 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Photographer / Videographer: Available upon quotation
- Creative Direction: Available upon quotation
- Set Design: Available upon quotation
- Set Building: Available upon quotation

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Strobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day
Wednesday
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include VAT.
Options and Extras:
- Studio Assistant: £25 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Light Assistant: £60-80 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Photographer / Videographer: Available upon quotation
- Creative Direction: Available upon quotation
- Set Design: Available upon quotation
- Set Building: Available upon quotation

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Strobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day
Thursday
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include VAT.
Options and Extras:
- Studio Assistant: £25 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Light Assistant: £60-80 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Photographer / Videographer: Available upon quotation
- Creative Direction: Available upon quotation
- Set Design: Available upon quotation
- Set Building: Available upon quotation

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Strobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day
Friday
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include VAT.
Options and Extras:
- Studio Assistant: £25 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Light Assistant: £60-80 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Photographer / Videographer: Available upon quotation
- Creative Direction: Available upon quotation
- Set Design: Available upon quotation
- Set Building: Available upon quotation

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Strobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day
Saturday
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include VAT.
Options and Extras:
- Studio Assistant: £25 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Light Assistant: £60-80 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Photographer / Videographer: Available upon quotation
- Creative Direction: Available upon quotation
- Set Design: Available upon quotation
- Set Building: Available upon quotation

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Strobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day
Sunday
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Per hour
8:00 – 6:00
from £50 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include VAT.
Options and Extras:
- Studio Assistant: £25 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Light Assistant: £60-80 per hour (2-hour minimum)
- Photographer / Videographer: Available upon quotation
- Creative Direction: Available upon quotation
- Set Design: Available upon quotation
- Set Building: Available upon quotation

Continuous Lighting
1 x Aputure LS 300X (V-Mount) | 1 x Aputure Light Dome II | Light Stand £40/day

Strobe
Profoto 10 Plus Flash Monolight | Profoto Deep White Umbrella L / Light Stand £50/day
Profoto Connect Pro for Sony £10/day
Minimum booking duration: 4 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 15
Theatre
up to 15
Classroom
up to 15

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering
External catering allowed
Venue doesn’t provide alcohol
BYO alcohol not allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi
PA system / speakers
Natural light
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Air conditioning
Storage space
Quiet space
Accommodation available

Music & sound equipment

Own music allowed
Bring your own DJ
Noise restriction

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence
Temporary event notices (TENs) available

Host rules

- Once the slot is confirmed, we will ask for your information to complete the booking, along with a payment of either 50% or 100% of the total amount, depending on the booking date;

- A booking will be officially confirmed from our end upon receipt of payment for the invoice, unless otherwise arranged and agreed upon in writing with the NOOK studio;

- During the reserved time, it is required to leave the studio in the same clean and orderly condition as it was found, ensuring all accessories and furniture are returned to their original positions, and that the lighting equipment is switched off and properly stored;

- Any damage resulting from improper use is the responsibility of the user. Consequently, any expenses for repairs or returns are kindly requested to be covered by the user;

- Any alterations, decorations, or additions to the studio must be approved in writing by the NOOK studio before implementation;

- Insurance: clients are kindly asked to have appropriate public liability insurance as they will not be covered by the studio insurance. Additionally, clients are responsible for insuring all items they bring into the building;

- Additional information: upon booking our studio, the entire space, including the shooting area, and makeup area, is exclusively reserved for you and your team.

Cancellation policy: Flexible with Grace Period

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Reviews and ratings

(1 review and rating - )

AS
Anna S.
October 2024
Excellent communication
5.0

About the NOOK

The NOOK is a photography studio and creative space flooded with natural light, designed with minimalist touch. Whether you're diving into a high-concept shoot or a laid-back session, our studio offers the perfect backdrop. We blend professionalism with a cozy atmosphere, creating an inviting space for you to unleash your artistic vision. Join our vibrant community of creatives! We host workshops and events aimed at sparking innovation and growth across various artistic fields. Come to The NOOK - where every visit inspires fresh creativity.


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