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Spotlight Magazine
Paul O. Colliton Studio
New York
Nestled in the vibrant core of Manhattan, Paul O. Colliton Studio stands out as an exceptional penthouse venue. Photographers are drawn to its allure, captivated by the panorama offered by its five distinct rooftop vistas showcasing the city in its full 360° splendor.
Step inside to discover 1500 square feet of versatile space adorned with lofty nine-foot ceilings and expansive windows casting sunlight from the southern and western horizons. For those seeking unconventional backdrops, the studio offers a diverse array of settings including a water tank room, an elevator motor chamber, a discreet back staircase, and a charming balcony complete with an ornate wrought iron railing.
Equipped to meet every photographic need, the studio boasts an extensive collection of backdrops complemented by essential grip equipment. Additional amenities comprise a spacious bathroom with shower facilities, seamless WiFi connectivity, and a dedicated client computer station, ensuring a seamless and professional workflow for every shoot.
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JJ Studios
London
JJ Studios, established in 1987, boasts nine dynamic daylight studios spanning 25,000 sq ft in Shoreditch, London. Situated at the heart of creative endeavors, it offers a comprehensive hub for diverse projects.
Housed within two historic edifices in east London, JJ Studios showcases a varied array of studio and event spaces. Each space is meticulously modernised with opulent interior designs and outfitted with top-tier amenities, ensuring versatility to meet all production demands.
From a daylight/blackout cyclorama studio to a chic penthouse loft, the studios cater to diverse aesthetic preferences. Their dedicated services, including in-house set build and production assistance, coupled with cutting-edge lighting facilities, guarantee unparalleled support.
Catering to esteemed clientele from Vogue to the BBC, and hosting events for Meta and TikTok, JJ Studios remains a trailblazer in London's creative landscape. Thy eagerly welcome inquiries from productions of any scale.
Explore the studios' brand-new website for comprehensive details on site specifications, studio offerings, rates, and more. Contact the team today to elevate your creative vision.
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OpenBCN Studios
Barcelona
"Our centrally located, boutique photo studio, nestled in a semi-pedestrian street for easy loading and unloading, offers a unique blend of industrial charm and modern facilities. With a nine-meter wide cyclorama, state-of-the-art lighting, and motorised skylights for natural light control, we provide an ideal backdrop for photo shoots, film productions, interviews, and corporate events.
Our work has graced the pages of prestigious publications like Vogue Portugal, Schön Magazine, Lemi, and L’Officiel, among others, showcasing the endless creative possibilities within our walls.
We are also positioning ourselves as one of the most unique event spaces in Barcelona. A testament to this is HMD choosing our studio as their meeting center during the MWC, using our venue for their presentation. This decision allowed them to stand out among tech giants like Samsung and Huawei, thanks to the distinctive character of our space.
Choose openbcn studios for your next production and join the ranks of esteemed brands and publications that have already discovered the exceptional quality and service we offer."
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Spotlight Magazine
Bridge Studios Berlin
Berlin
Two video shoots, two outstanding artists, one studio: good vibes in the legendary BRIDGE Studios Berlin.
With the well-known German rappers badmòmzjay and AK Ausserkontrolle, two German artists used the creative atmosphere of the renowned BRIDGE Studios for a shoot of their latest music videos: 'Blessed' (prod. by Jumpa & Rych) and 'Habibi' (produced by Sonus030). Both visual masterpieces were created in the studios' unique settings.
The BRIDGE Studios are known for their inspiring environment and the seemingly endless possibilities to create changeable backdrops. Room-in-room or the cool car - all studios offer a variety of ways to get the best out of any project. Once again, Berlin's BRIDGE Studios have proven to be the home for the creative minds of the international art scene.
The more than 7000 square metre site is sheltered directly on the water, on a peninsula close to the city centre. Three convertible studios and a shady park with old trees provide a fantastic setting for art, conferences or events.
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Waat Studio
Portugal
WAAT Studio, nestled in Porto, is a coveted rental space now marking its seventh year. Over this time, it has nurtured countless creative minds: photographers, videographers, designers, producers, brands, and startups alike. Notably, it has hosted events featuring renowned brands such as Aputure, Canon, Sony, and Profoto for product showcases and demonstrations.
Its versatile space offers both daylight and blackout settings, boasting a 60 square meter cyclorama alongside various styled shoot areas. Additionally, WAAT provides cutting-edge photo and lighting equipment for rent, suitable for in-house or on-location shoots.
Collaborating with local partners, WAAT extends its services to encompass professional photography, video production, equipment rental, digital services, and styling solutions—truly a comprehensive hub for all production needs.
This studio has been the creative home for numerous national and international brands, including Latitid, Lemon Jelly, Lemonade Collective, Lion of Porches, Mango, and many more.
"We strive to offer optimal solutions to our clients and partners throughout their creative journey, meeting even their most demanding challenges."
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The Lab
Copenhagen
The Lab studios are formed to embrace all kinds of productions, with eight studios offering high ceilings, cycloramas and daylight.
"Our in-house equipment rental, set build team, and restaurant are always here to help. Additionally, our professional photo laboratory in the building next door handles the many requests for film developing and scanning that we receive from clients.
Clients range from upcoming photographers to worldwide companies such as Bolia, Jotun, H&M, Rains, HAY, Pandora, Ganni, Cecilie Bahnsen, Zara, Mercedes, Miu Miu and Tekla.
Whether you’re looking for a studio or need full-scale production coordination, we have more than 20 years of experience in the industry and can help with your needs."
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Mayo Studios
New York
Mayo Studios is the premier New York City production studio with in-house set shop.
It features over 10,000 sq ft of shooting space to comfortably house productions small to large. Sets can be built by the studios in-house team to accommodate your production. Their in-house prop collection is available with hundreds of pieces of furniture, lighting and accessories.
Studio overview:
- 10,000 sq ft shooting space
- 14-foot ceiling height
- 2x Standing House sets available
- 3–Phase 300 AMP power
- North and East Exposure, blackout capable
- Private client conference area
- Mobile wardrobe area
- Pressing tables & tailoring area with steamers
- Dedicated freight elevator with 24/7 access
- HVAC throughout.
Mayo Studio's highly-customisable space can be configured to meet the needs of each production.
Mayo is located in Long Island City, minutes to midtown Manhattan and Brooklyn. Easy access via the 7, E, M, R and G trains. On-street metered parking is available. Mayo is neighbours to two major prop houses: Newel Props and Prop-n-Spoon, located in the same building.
For additional creative or production support, contact Mayo to learn more about other services.
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Studio XMI
California
Studio XMI is a 756 square foot photo/video studio located in Foothill Ranch, California.
The space includes free parking outside the studio entrance and handicap accessibility. The studio comes equipped with remote controlled blackout curtains and a fully equipped kitchen space with a working oven, microwave, fridge, sink, and induction stove-top available for use. This space is connected to Studio XMI's headquarters through the shared hallway/private bathrooms.
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David Ross
Australia
David Ross, an advertising, sports and lifestyle photographer hailing from the Central Coast of NSW, exudes energy and passion for his craft. He thrives in collaborative environments and is driven by achieving tangible results.
His knack for freezing dynamic movement while accentuating intricate details is a craft he's mastered through years of capturing high-energy sports moments. His portfolio boasts of crisp, impactful images that resonate and ignite inspiration.
David's expertise extends to collaborating with esteemed brands such as My Muscle Chef, Reebok, Puma, Under Armour, Rebel Sport, and more, enriching his repertoire.
With a professional background encompassing production, photography, and retouching, David is adept at covering every aspect of the creative process with finesse.
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Jesse Rieser
California
From the age of 17, Jesse Rieser began looking through a lens, making portraits filled with telling details and compelling characters. He quickly became recognised for not only his success with commercial clients, but also in the fine art world. His work inspires engagement, drawing in the viewer, causing them to wonder about the subjects and the stories they have to tell.
With over 40 exhibitions, Rieser continues to find ways of injecting art into his advertising photography. Here we see work from his personal practice paired with client commissions for Adobe, adidas, Arizona Office of Tourism, AT&T, E*Trade and The Lottery.
Clients find him as a creative additive to the collaborative process, not only with his technical expertise, but also in the ideation phase. He feels his greatest currency is how he communicates and sees the world. Some call it empathy. Some call it charm. His mom just says he’s a nice young man.