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Top Daylight Studios in Chicago, IL
Chicago photographers know the magic of good window light against clean studio walls. Daylight studios in Chicago provide bright, versatile spaces perfect for professional shoots and creative projects. Many are tucked inside loft buildings and converted warehouses that give studios high ceilings and expansive windows. The result? Soft natural light, open shooting areas, and plenty of room for equipment and crews. Whether you’re shooting portraits, fashion editorials, or product campaigns, these studios give your project the lighting advantage. Find yours below.
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![Create at upscale studio at Commercial | Lifestyle | Day light Studio in Lower West Side, Chicago, IL]()
from $80
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20 guestsCommercial | Lifestyle | Day light StudioLower West Side, Chicago, ILNNiki J.
“I liked the natural light and quiet space.” -
![Photo/Video Production Studio at Studio 424 in West Town, Chicago, IL]()
from $30
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15 guestsStudio 424West Town, Chicago, ILTTemi O.
“I loved the space and the equipment they had. The host is very accommodating and nice” -
![Bright Sunny CYC Wall Loft at MikSpace Chicago in Garfield Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $50
hire fee / per hourBook nowBright Sunny CYC Wall Loft
15 guestsMikSpace ChicagoGarfield Park, Chicago, ILJJoe S.
“I would HAPPILY book again - even this studio.” -
![Studio at Inde Network TV in Theatre District, Chicago, IL]()
from $125
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50 guestsInde Network TVTheatre District, Chicago, ILThe studio features a flatscreen TV, lighting and video equipment and a greenscreen. It's perfect for photo and video shoots and music recording. -
![Entire Studio at The Photo Yard Studio in Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $85
hire fee / per hourBook nowEntire Studio
50 guestsThe Photo Yard StudioHumboldt Park, Chicago, ILAAdrian P.
“My team enjoyed the space and we can’t wait to come back.” -
![Studio 401-E at Green Shirt Studio in Lakeview, Chicago, IL]()
from $25
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30 guestsGreen Shirt StudioLakeview, Chicago, ILMMarian C.
“Fun, only slightly terrifying, elevator!” -
![Studio Area at The Rill House in Bridgeport, Chicago, IL]()
from $125
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15 guestsThe Rill HouseBridgeport, Chicago, ILThis studio space supports professional photography and video projects. We offer a curved white cyc wall that flows into a motorized backdrop system with green and black screen options. -
![Studio at Parchment Studios in Logan Square, Chicago, IL]()
from $300
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100 guestsParchment StudiosLogan Square, Chicago, ILParchment Studio in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood is an inspiring 7000 sq ft creative space maximized for still and motion shoots, film and photography production. -
![The Studio at Launchpad Studios in Garfield Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $40
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15 guestsLaunchpad StudiosGarfield Park, Chicago, ILWelcome to our studio at Launchpad Studios! This space is best used for video productions and photoshoots. We have a cyclorama wall thats well maintained. -
![Cyc Wall + Spring Sets Studio at Launchpad Studios in Garfield Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $40
hire fee / per hourBook nowCyc Wall + Spring Sets Studio
15 guestsLaunchpad StudiosGarfield Park, Chicago, ILStudio B – Spring Sets + Cyc Wall Creative Studio Studio B at Launchpad Studios Chicago is a spacious loft-style creative studio designed for photographers, videographers, and content creators. -
![Entire Studio at White Studio in Mckinley Park, Chicago, IL]()
from $400
hire fee / per hourBook nowEntire Studio
10 guestsWhite StudioMckinley Park, Chicago, ILLocated in Chicago, this luxurious photo studio is equipped with all the amenities to make your shoot a success! The studio features an accordion glass Nana Wall that opens up to an outdoor built-in seating area with a patio, -
![Rain Studio at Rain Studio in United Center, Chicago, IL]()
from $125
hire fee / per hourBook nowRain Studio
50 guestsRain StudioUnited Center, Chicago, ILThe Rain Studio, founded by photographer Zoe Rain, is a 1400 sf industrial loft space in West Town, with large south-facing windows overlooking the United Center.
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FAQs about Top Daylight Studios in Chicago, IL
In Chicago, prices of daylight studios average $125 hire fee per hour. The cost depends on capacity, location, and equipment available. Some spaces may offer lower prices on certain days of the week, so make sure to keep an eye out for discounted options. You can find options that offer packages with crew or professional gear, which can also affect the booking costs. Here's a breakdown of price ranges in Chicago on Tagvenue (data from March 2026):
| From $80 | to $200 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1000 | to $1800 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated March 2026), the best options include:
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Podcast Stage at Noisefloor in River North - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The setup was incredible. Bryen was so helpful and made the process so easy.’ -
Bright Sunny CYC Wall Loft at MikSpace Chicago in Garfield Park - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I'd highly recommend this space to others and am now curious about the other space and future opportunites.’ -
Photo/Video Production Studio at Studio 424 in West Town - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘I loved the space and the equipment they had.’
These are the venues within 1.3 mi from central Chicago, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Studio at Inde Network TV
on 1 East Wacker Drive - 0.5 mi from center.
Venue said: Inde Network TV is a production network founded in 2015 in Chicago. Our studio is suitable for photo and video shoots. We specialize in films, executive video biographies, documentaries, web series and promotional videos. -
Podcast Stage at Noisefloor
on 320 West Ohio Street STE 440 - 1.1 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘The setup was incredible. Bryen was so helpful and made the process so easy.’ -
Entire Studio at Salon Snob
on 445 West Erie Street Loft #110 - 1.3 mi from center.
Venue said: Our River North loft offers industrial elements, with exposed brick and high ceilings. This setting includes a photoshoot backdrop area, salon stations, a shampoo area, and a cozy lounge upstairs with makeup stations.
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