Basic checklist for permanent studio space.

Q: WHAT WOULD YOU SAY ARE THE MUST HAVES WHEN LOOKING FOR PERMANENT STUDIO SPACE?

A: High ceilings. Twelve feet or higher. Fourteen feet and up is even better. At least 30 feet in length and 20–30 feet wide. You can get most things done in that space. Note that I’m talking about shooting space only. Not 30 feet with an office. Big windows or a roll up door is nice to have for available light, but you’ll want a way to block the light if needed. You need a good number of power outlets available. Preferably running on three or four different circuits so you can plug in steamers, lights, hair dryers, etc., without constantly blowing a breaker.

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