A film and photo studio with large windows and warm lighting on the upper floors at Highlight Studios.

Highlight Studios

Photo / Film Studio

  2 reviews  â€“ 
36 East 30th Street, New York, NY 10016 –
Midtown, New York City, NY
From $107
hire fee
Up to 50
standing
Venue doesn't offer catering
Parking available
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Griffin Shapiro
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Excellent communication - 5/5
2 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Highlight Studios in Manhattan offers a top-floor studio with the latest photography equipment. Ideal for professional shoots needing an intimate setting and advanced gear.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Highlight Studios

Rooftop Deck at Highlight Studios
Rooftop Deck
Photo Studio
·
Private space
50 standing
Book 5 hr. minimum
A Rooftop Deck is available for open-air shoots and events like fundraising, product launches, workshops, cocktail parties, different types of corporate events, and more. The roof must be rented in addition to Studios A or B. No temporary access is allowed, it is must be rented for a half or full-day.
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Air conditioner
from $130 hire fee
Enquire now
Studio A at Highlight Studios
Studio A
Photo Studio
·
Private space
30 standing
Book 8 hr. minimum
Located on our top floor, Studio A is an authentic north-light studio built to optimal specifications established in the 1850s. North-light photo studios were made famous in the 20th century by icons including Irving Penn and Richard Avedon. The space has a sloped, north-facing wall of non-UV coated windows that allows for continuous soft light...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Storage space
Air conditioner
from $200 hire fee
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Studio B at Highlight Studios
Studio B
Photo Studio
·
Private space
20 standing
Book 8 hr. minimum
Studio B is 500 sq ft and has been constructed with a north-facing wall of windows. This intimate space is ideal for smaller productions such as still-life, castings, and low-budget portrait sessions. Studio B is located just below Studio A on the 3rd Floor. Studio B is perfect for low-budget shoots and is located conveniently next to our EQ room...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Air conditioner
from $107 hire fee
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

5.0
Communication
5.0
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KAYA
Verified review
Excellent communication
responded kindly even though they don't host events
5.0
BW
Becca W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
I was pleased with the way the venue manager responded to my inquiry. His response was nice and informative.
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
Closed
Monday
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Thursday
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Friday
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $107–$200 hire fee per hour
Studio A
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $200 hire fee per hour
Studio B
10:00 am – 6:00 pm
from $107 hire fee per hour
Rooftop Deck
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
from $130 hire fee per hour
Saturday
Closed

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 50
standing
External catering allowed
Parking available
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Highlight Studios

Highlight Studios is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

Located at 36 east 30th street, we are a full-service photography rental studio. With two north-facing studios available, Studio A is our premier photographic studio located on the top floor of the building. We carry the latest in up-to-date equipment and pride ourselves in creating an intimate, professional setting for all types of productions.

We are Manhattan’s one-stop shop for all things photography!

highlightstudios.nyc •
+1 917-288-0343

FAQ

Cancellations up to 24 hours from event start time will receive a full refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 24 hours are non-refundable.

At Highlight Studios, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available

Highlight Studios is located at 36 East 30th Street, in Midtown, New York City, NY.

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