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Studio B - Black Out Studio | Apex Photo Studios Los Angeles

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Black Out Studio | Studio B | $55/HR (4 Hour Minimum)

About Studio B

Studio B is a 1,400 sq-ft blackout photo studio in Downtown Los Angeles, designed for complete lighting control. Located on the 8th floor of our Santee Street building, this controlled-light space features full blackout curtains, a ceiling-mounted lighting grid, and an 18' x 18' white cyclorama wall—ideal for productions requiring precision, consistency, and zero daylight interference.

Key Features

  • Full blackout studio with north-facing windows + blackout curtains
  • 1,400 sq ft open layout with 12 ft ceilings
  • 18' x 18' white cyclorama wall
  • Ceiling-mounted lighting grid for overhead setups
  • Ideal for product, e-commerce, beauty, fashion editorial, e-commercial shoots, and music videos
  • Optional lighting, grip, and equipment rentals available
  • Convenient DTLA location between Studio A and Studio C

For full specifications, open the Details & Amenities tab below.

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DETAILS AND AMENITIES

STUDIO SPECS
Address: 1024 Santee St, STE 600, Los Angeles, CA 90015
Floor: 8
Square Footage: 1400
Capacity: 15
Ceiling Height: 12ft
Natural Light: Two north facing windows with blackout curtains installed
Power Supply: 160 Amps
Cyclorama Wall: Cyclorama wall
Rolling Wall: No
Nearby Studios: This studio is situated between Studio A and Studio C on the 8th floor.

INCLUDED AMENITiES:

  • Full blackout curtains
  • Ceiling-mounted lighting grid
  • Makeup station on wheels
  • High chair
  • Changing station
  • Clothing rack
  • Rolling cart
  • Trash bin
  • Bluetooth speaker
  • Posing cubes
  • 3-step staircase
  • Lounge seating & coffee table
  • WiFi
  • A/C

USE CASES

  • E-commerce photography and video
  • Editorial shoots
  • Fashion campaigns
  • Social content creation
  • Music Videos

OPTIONAL ADD-ONS:

  • Fresh paint for cyc wall ($27 fee for bookings under 8 hours)
  • Equipment rentals
DISCLAIMERS
*Please note, if you would like a fresh coat of white paint on the cyclorama, there is a $27 repainting fee for shoots that are under 8 hours.
** Overtime Rates for Studio B $110/hr: Any hours past 8PM and before 6AM on bookings less than 10 hours will be considered overtime hours. Overtime hourly rates are double the regular hourly rate.
*** PLEASE NOTE: EQUIPMENT RENTAL CANCELLATIONS OCCURRING LESS THAN 72 HOURS FROM THE SHOOT DATE WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REFUND OR CREDIT. WE ADVISE THAT CLIENTS DO THEIR BEST TO BOOK FINALIZED EQUIPMENT LISTS. FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING ORDER CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONS TO BOOKINGS PLEASE REFER TO OUR RENTAL AGREEMENT WHICH CAN BE FOUND HERE.

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FAQ

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Does Studio B have blackout capability?

Yes. Studio B has full blackout curtains on all north-facing windows, allowing total lighting control.

Is there a cyclorama wall in Studio B?

Yes. Studio B includes an 18' x 18' white cyclorama wall suitable for photo and video productions.

How large is Studio B, and how many people can it hold?

Studio B is 1,400 sq ft and accommodates up to 15 people comfortably.

Is lighting equipment provided with Studio B?

No. Equipment isn’t included, but lighting gear is available to rent through Apex Photo Studios.
You may visit our equipment rental page here.

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