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Umbra Studio

Photo Studio

#16 of 758 Photo Shoot venues in New York City
#14 of 99 Art Studio venues in Brooklyn
  9 reviews  â€“ 
56 2nd Avenue, 23, New York, NY 11215 –
Gowanus, New York City, NY
From $75
hire fee
Up to 30
standing
Venue doesn’t offer catering
Parking available
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Venue overview

Located in Gowanus, Brooklyn, Umbra Studio offers abundant morning natural light and professional photo equipment, including lighting and backdrops. Ideal for photo shoots, with easy access to Manhattan and high client praise for its location and responsiveness.

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

Spaces for hire at Umbra Studio

Natural Light Photo Studio at Umbra Studio

Natural Light Photo Studio
Photo Studio
·
Whole venue
30 standing
Book 2 hr. minimum
Welcome to our creative space in Gowanus, Brooklyn! This unique studio featuring white floors and brick wall is designed to cater to both photo and video shoots. It's an ideal setting for all your creative projects. EQUIPMENT AND ONE BACKDROP PULL INCLUDED!! Besides photography, our space can also be used for workshops, classes, meetings, podcas...
Wi-Fi available
Natural light
PA system / music speakers
Storage space
Air conditioner
from $75 hire fee
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Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
4.8
Cleanliness
4.8
Location
4.8
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
4.8
Communication
5.0

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

M
Mary
Verified review
Photo Shoot · 12 guests · July 2025 · Natural Light Photo Studio

The location was ideal for our clients.

The walk to the ladies room was a maze and a little iffy for some of our clients. They just changed their children in the studio.

4.7
TB
Tracy B.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Really accommodating and very quick and professional communication

5.0
TW
Tammi W.
Verified review
Excellent communication

Sanja was extremely helpful and I appreciate her being prompt and responsive.

5.0
M
Mary
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Natural Light Photo Studio
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Monday
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Natural Light Photo Studio
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Tuesday
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Natural Light Photo Studio
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Wednesday
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Natural Light Photo Studio
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Thursday
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Natural Light Photo Studio
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Friday
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Natural Light Photo Studio
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Saturday
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour
Natural Light Photo Studio
6:00 am – 10:00 pm
from $75 hire fee per hour

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 30
standing
External catering allowed
Parking available
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: Promoted / ticketed events
Unavailable: Alcohol provided
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Umbra Studio

Umbra Studio is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Fully equipped studio with windows facing east gives this space beautiful natural light, especially in the morning hours. Continuous and strobe lights, modifiers, V-flats, props, more than 20 different Savage backdrops colors are included in the booking price. Studio is located in Gowanus, Brooklyn, close to F, G trains.

Usually booked for
Photo Shoot

Typically for 5-10 guests and costs between $100 - $400.

"The location was ideal for our clients."

- Mary Jul 2025

FAQ

Yes, the booking does not include a photographer and the venue does not handle photographer bookings, but the venue can provide a list of recommended photographers.

Cancellations 7 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 7 days to 24 hours in advance will receive a 50% refund.

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

At Umbra Studio, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Umbra Studio:

  • Natural Light Photo Studio hosting 15 guests: $520

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Umbra Studio is located at 56 2nd Avenue, in Gowanus, New York City, NY.

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