Choose the best location for your photoshoot.

Picking the right studio makes a huge difference in the mood, style, and overall feel of your photos. Whether you want something soft and romantic, dark and moody, clean and modern, or full of personality this guide will help you find the perfect match.


Below you’ll find:

✔ quick questions to choose your ideal setting

✔ recommended Ohio studios under $120/hr

✔ direct links for easy browsing & booking

✔ hand-picked options for each type of session I offer

STEP 1: Tell Me Your Vibe

Choose the vibe that matches the photos you’re dreaming of:


Soft & Romantic

Creams, whites, dreamy window light, simple décor.


Moody & Dramatic

Dark walls, shadows, vintage or textured spaces.


Editorial / Clean / Minimalist

Bright whites, studio backdrops, modern furniture.


Cozy Lifestyle

Bedrooms, living rooms, couches, boho décor.


Fantasy or Cosplay Friendly

Open floors, dramatic lighting, space for props.


Industrial / Urban

Brick walls, beams, warehouse textures.


If you're not sure what speaks to you that’s what I’m here for. Pick your top one or two and I’ll recommend the best match.

STEP 2: How Much Space Do You Need?



Small & Intimate (boudoir, maternity, cozy portraits)

Choose a smaller, decor-focused studio.


Medium / Versatile (families, branding, couples)

Look for lifestyle sets + open floor space.


Large Open Space (dance, fashion, armor, props, groups)

Choose studios with high ceilings or big windows.

STEP 3: Pick From These Recommended Studios


All under $150/hr, organized by style.

Click any link to see photos and availability.

 

MID-OHIO / COLUMBUS AREA

 

A figure in a vintage-style dress poses on a luxurious tufted leather couch in moody, dramatic lighting.

LoKey Studios - Marion, OH


Rate: $75/hr

Highlights: Moody natural light, vintage décor, great for character shoots

A long empty dance studio with polished hardwood floors, mirrored walls, and fluorescent lighting in the ceiling.

Laura Dark Photography Studio - Groveport (Columbus Area)


Rate: $80–$115/hr

Highlights: 2,600 sq ft, glam sets, hair & makeup rooms

Large open industrial studio space with concrete floors and white walls featuring minimalist design elements.

Millennial Suite-

Downtown COlumbus


Rate: $100/hr

Highlights: Industrial warehouse vibe, textured walls, creative bays

Bright rustic studio space with exposed brick walls, vintage mirror, hanging lanterns and large windows.

Zurie Studio - Clintonville


Rate: $75–$115/hr

Highlights: Natural light, rolling walls, clean modern sets

 

CLEVELAND & AKRON AREA

 

A cozy home theater setup with plush seating, ambient lighting, and multiple screens displaying entertainment content.

Sixth City Studio - Downtown Cleveland


Rate: $100/hr

Highlights: Beautiful natural light, HMU stations

A series of minimalist interior design photos showing empty rooms with white walls and natural light.

Suite 226 Studio - Ohio City


Rate: $95/hr

Highlights: Lifestyle furniture, natural light, clean aesthetic

A panoramic view of an industrial-style event space with large windows, hardwood floors, and vintage furniture.

Platform Image Co. - Massillon


Rate: $65/hr

Highlights: Historic space with vintage character

Modern industrial loft space with exposed brick walls, large windows, and sleek black accents in an open floor plan design.

Akron Photo Society Studio - Akron


Rate: Under $100/hr

Highlights: Cyc wall, sets, workshops

DAYTON & SOUTHWEST OHIO

Cozy bedroom corner decorated for winter with a flocked Christmas tree and white bedding against neutral walls.

Lion & Ram Studios - Middletown (Dayton Metro)


Rate: $65- 100 (depending on studio)

Highlights: Multiple themed studios, exposed brick, moody + bright options

A vintage-style photography studio with teal walls, coral pink sofa, and cherry blossom floral decorations.

Arrowood Studio - Dayton


Rate: $100/hr

Highlights: Multiple sets, lighting included. New sets ever season

CINCINNATI AREA

 

 

Modern open concept office interior with white walls, hardwood floors, and natural light streaming through large windows.

Studio Eleven - Over-the-Rhine


Rate: From $55/hr

Highlights: All-white, bright natural light, furniture included

A panoramic view of a living room with brown leather furniture and a patterned carpet spanning multiple connected images.

RedBox Studios - Camp Washington


Rate: $45/hr

Highlights: Seamless paper, natural light, budget-friendly

 

Modern living room with emerald green velvet sofa, bamboo wall divider, and string lights in a loft-style space.

Mill Street Studios – Lockland


Rate: $55 -150/hr

Highlights: 9+ studios in one building, perfect for minis. Many studios for any session

STEP 4: Tell Me Your Favorites


Pick your top 2–3 studios, and I’ll check their availability and confirm which one fits your:


✔ session theme

✔ wardrobe

✔ lighting preferences

✔ accessibility and comfort needs

✔ budget


You don’t need to know anything about studios — just tell me the ones you vibe with, and I’ll take care of everything from booking to set setup.


Want Me to Just Pick for You?


Tell me your session type (boudoir, fantasy, branding, couples, maternity, cosplay, etc.) and your aesthetic, and I’ll recommend the perfect studio match — no stress, no scrolling!