Your new home studio?

Scroll down to see what we offer, what we allow, and how to find us!

Why Opticon?

Natural Lighting Paradise

Our studio windows face both East and West, meaning no matter the time of day, you’re getting beautiful natural light. From early morning streaks, to midday ambience, to sunset drenched walls and floors, it’s the perfect setup for those who prefer it natural.

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Built by artists for artists.

Opticon was built and designed by an active commercial and editorial photographer. We appreciate a clean, chic space with judgement, no broken equipment, no condescending host, we’ll even stick around to help you if you ask for it.

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Truly flexible space.

Our photo studio was designed with flexibility in mind. With multiple textures, and areas in one huge open space, the possiblities are endless. When booking, you get access to everything other studios offer all at once.

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We're easy.

No really. We aim to create a stress free studio, because shooting is stressful enough. We have a free private parking lot. We have heating and AC. We have 1st floor access in a private building. We’re easy to find. We make sure our equipment is easily accesible.

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What’s included?

(For additional add-ons, scroll down down)

24 hour access!

Free WIFI

Private Bathroom

Heating and AC

Bluetooth Speaker

2 Godox DP600IIIV Strobes + Modifiers

Godox Universal Trigger

Rolling Tethering/Content Creator Stand

2 C-stands

Tripod light stands

Additional backdrop stand

Makeup station

Stools

Vintage wooden ladder

Reversible gold/silver reflector

Seamless backdrop papers (rotating inventory)

Speciality reflective rolls

2 V-flats

Full access to wardrobe and props

Steamer

Painter’s Tape

Clamps

Seasonal and other Installations

studio Rules

By renting Opticon Studio, you acknowledge that you are 100% responsible for anything that is damaged or broken. You will incur 100% of the cost of repair or replacement, no exceptions! We can still be friends, and we’ll welcome you back, BUT you’ll have to pay for anything you break.

Similarly, you acknowledge that our space is recorded at all times for our own protection.
Absolutely no sexual acts. This is not your bedroom, and we are not a brothel. We take this VERY seriously, and so should you.
No smoking of ANY kind, and this includes vaping. The residue left WILL damage equipment, and you will be charged a cleaning fee of $200 if you do it. We are very close to the exit, please just step outside.
No alcohol, no exceptions.
Please do no move our furniture.
Please put everything back where you got it from. You don’t want to work in a cluttered studio, and neither do we! Any mess left behind will incur a cleanup fee of $200!
$15 charge to cut any seamless paper that touches the ground/gets walked on. If you’re standing in front of it and it isn’t on the ground, they’re all free to use!
Running over your designated time WILL incur an extra hourly charge. Please be punctual and use your time wisely.
No glitter or paint, unless explicit permission granted.
Keep any music to a reasonable volume
Absolutely nothing gets attached to our white walls. You will be incur the cost of repairing and repainting 20’+ seamless walls. Let’s keep them clean.
Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times. Children allowed, but please be mindful or surroundings, and rule #1.
This space allots a maximum of 100 people
Have fun, and get creative!

Available add-ons

Photographer: + $50 per hour

The owner of the studio has shot for everyone from Elle to Marie Claire, Starbucks to Coach, and much more. If you need someone to either shoot your event at Opticon, or stay with you and help you learn studio lighting one on one, we’re here to help!
LS 600c Pro II

600w RBG Video Light for professionals. Connects with Godox Modifiers.
Canon 85mm 1.8 L Series Lens: + $200 per day

Great lens for portraits and headshots, works extemely well under low light conditions.
Tethering Cable

Note: This does NOT include a laptop, that’s on you.
Mylar Film Roll: + $15 per yard

Great for creating reflections on your subject, check out our gallery for some of its creative uses!