Building an In-House Photo Studio

Learn about the gear and techniques needed to turn a conference room or unused space into a photo studio for portrait and product photography.

Introduction

• Welcome
• Three things you need to know about studios

1. Exploring a Professional Studio

• Understanding what a professional studio is
• How the business of a photography studio works
• Touring the professional photo studio
• Looking at the gear needed for a professional studio
• Exploring a tethered workflow in a photo studio
• Storage solutions for a photo studio

2. Building Out a Temporary Studio

• Considerations for a temporary photo studio
• Room options for a temporary photo studio
• Looking at portable backdrop options and setup
• Deciding what lights and other gear you need

3. Other Studio Considerations

• Working with a hair and makeup artist
• Insurance and releases for a studio
• Final thoughts and next steps