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Studio Rental for Photographers & Creators · Chicago

Your shoot, our light.

Rent our bright, airy studio inside the Mana Contemporary Arts Building for your next session, content day or brand shoot. $125 an hour, two-hour minimum.

The light-filled Captured by Sammi studio in Chicago
Studio Rate
$125 / hour

Two-hour minimum per booking, so every shoot starts at $250. Need longer? Add more time in one-hour blocks, subject to availability.

2 hrs
$250
3 hrs
$375
4 hrs
$500
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Made for working photographers

I
A Light-Filled Studio

Bright, airy space that flatters newborns, families, headshots and product alike.

II
Free Parking

Easy load-in for you, your gear and your clients.

III
An Elevator Building

Roll your cases straight up to the studio.

IV
Client & Pet Friendly

Bring your clients, their littles and even the family dog.

V
Seasonal Sets

Ask about our seasonal sets, like our cozy holiday setup, when available.

How it works

Booking is simple.

I
Request a time

Tell us your date, start time and how many hours you need (two-hour minimum).

II
Confirm your booking

We confirm availability and send everything you need to lock in your block.

III
Arrive and create

Park for free, ride the elevator up, and the studio is yours for your booked time.

IV
Leave it ready for the next shoot

Reset the space the way you found it so the next creative can walk right in.

Questions

Before you book

What is the minimum booking?+

Two hours. The studio rents for $125 an hour, so a standard booking is $250 for two hours.

Can I add more time?+

Yes, in one-hour blocks at $125 an hour, as long as the studio is free after your booking.

Can I bring my clients?+

Of course. The studio is made for client sessions, from newborns to brand shoots.

Where is the studio?+

Inside the Mana Contemporary Arts Building in Chicago, with free parking and an elevator. Exact studio details are shared when your booking is confirmed.

Studio Rental

Ready to book the studio?

Send us your preferred date, time and number of hours, and we’ll confirm availability.

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Chat with us

Let’s get started.

I’d love to hear all about your vision, whether it’s a wedding, family session, branding shoot, or a milestone you’re celebrating. Have questions? Don’t worry, I’ll guide you every step of the way.

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