LOCU Studio & Creative Hub at LOCU Studio
About this space
LOCU Studio is an affordable, fully-equipped photo and creative studio located in East London (E14).
Designed specifically as a welcoming, accessible workspace for students, emerging artists, and independent creatives, LOCU offers a high-spec environment without commercial price tags.
The Space & Facilities:
Studio Setup: Bright, versatile studio layout with neutral backdrop options, V-flats, C-stands, and modifier accessories.
Lighting: Professional Profoto strobes included.
High-Spec Workstation: Dedicated editing desk equipped with a Dell UltraSharp USB-C color-accurate display and Wacom Intuos Pro graphics tablet for seamless live tethered shooting and post-production.
Camera Equipment (Add-on): Fujifilm GFX 50S Medium Format camera body available upon request for high-resolution editorial and portrait sessions.
Tiered & Affordable Pricing:
We strongly support emerging talent with clear, transparent rates: Dry Hire (Space Only): £10/hr | £45 Half Day | £80 Full Day.
Student & Artist All-Inclusive Rate: £15/hr (includes studio, Profoto lighting, and workstation access upon student/portfolio ID verification).
Standard Commercial Rate: £20/hr all-inclusive.
Location & Ideal Uses:
Perfect for portraiture, fashion editorials, lookbooks, e-commerce, test shoots, digital retouching, and student portfolio projects.
Conveniently accessible in E14.
No cleaning fees or hidden charges, we simply ask all guests to leave the space clean and tidy after their session.
Prices
Add-ons
Capacity
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Standingup to 6
Catering and drinks
Facilities
Music & sound equipment
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Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
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Bring your own DJ not allowed
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No noise restrictions
Accessibility
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Unavailable: Accessible toilets
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Unavailable: Ground level
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Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
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Unavailable: Lift to all floors
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Unavailable: Cargo lift
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Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible
Rules of the space
Allowed events
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No promoted and ticketed events allowed
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No wedding licence
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No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available
Host rules
• ID & Student Verification: A valid ID (and valid Student ID / Creative Portfolio for discounted rates) must be presented upon arrival or prior to the shoot.
• Studio Care & Setup: Please return all furniture, V-flats, stands, and equipment to their original positions before your booking time ends.
• Equipment Use: Handle all studio lighting, modifiers, and workstation equipment (Dell display, Wacom tablet, Fujifilm camera) with care. If you need assistance setting up lights or backdrops, please ask.
• Footwear & Paper Backdrops: Clean indoors-only shoes or shoe covers must be worn when walking on paper backdrops.
• No Smoking or Vaping: Smoking and vaping are strictly prohibited inside the building and studio premises.
• Noise Levels: Respect neighbor businesses and keep music/audio at a moderate level, especially after 8:00 PM.
• Food & Drinks: Food and drinks are permitted in the designated styling/break area only. Please keep liquids away from all electrical equipment, lighting, and workstation displays.
• Pets Policy: Pets are not allowed unless explicitly agreed upon in advance for a specific shoot.
• Timeliness: Booking time includes your setup and pack-down time. Please ensure you leave the space on time so it is ready for the next creative.
Cancellation policy: Very flexible
About LOCU Studio
LOCU Studio is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.