Photography Studio at My Friend's Basement Studio

Photo Studio in a Recording Studio
·
Private space
255 McKibbin Street, 005, New York, NY 11206
Bushwick, New York City, NY

About this space

BYOC (bring your own camera) or hire one of our photographers through add-ons. A studio manager is always on-site to help with setup and space changes—no extra cost. We’re in East Williamsburg between Montrose and Morgan L stops (10 mins from M & J at Flushing).

The studio is 250 sq ft with 12 ft ceilings and tall windows for natural light. Backdrops include black, white, tech green, and more (all 86”).

Included Gear:
- 1x Godox DP400 flash (Canon trigger available)
- 2x GVM LED panels w/ softboxes
- 1x Aputure AL-F7 LED
- 1x Softbox
- 1x C-stand
- 4x Sandbags, 2x Clamps, Gaffer tape

Furniture:
- 1x Stool
- 1x Big cushioned chair
- 4x Leather chairs
- 1x Apple box
- Vanity mirror

Basement level—one flight down. Elevator access available (just give us a heads up).

Used for all kinds of shoots: fashion, portraits, headshots, products, promo work, and more. If there’s gear or props you need, let us know—we’ll help source it.


Prices

Sunday
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $100 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Monday
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Tuesday
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Wednesday
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Thursday
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Friday
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Saturday
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Per hour
10:30 am – 8:30 pm
from $65 hire fee per hour
Note: All prices include sales tax.
Minimum booking duration: 2 hours

Capacity

Standing
up to 8

Catering and drinks

No in-house catering available
External catering allowed
Buyout fee for external catering
Kitchen facilities available for guests
No alcohol provided by the venue
BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Quiet space
Free on-street parking
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Space has noise restriction after 22:00
Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed

Accessibility

Accessible toilets
Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift
Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

-No smoking in the building.
-Outside food & drinks are allowed.
- When in the hallways, respect the other businesses in the building.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day with Grace Period

Show cancellation details

What two friends started in a Bushwick basement has grown into a full-service podcast studio in Brooklyn, NY. If you want to support a small business in the big city, you've found your spot.

With more than two-and-a-half years in business, My Friend's Basement Studio prioritizes a comfortable, seamless, and professional recording experience. All recordings include an in-studio engineer and 24-hour file turn around. All you need to focus on is your recording.


Other spaces and event packages at this venue


Location