about

dk3 studios is a rental photo studio offering 1128 square feet of space in which you can make incredibly professional product images to help your products sell.  The studio provides an environment to explore the creative lighting genius within you.

No other studio in San Diego boasts a studio complete with

• A 16′ cyclorama (or infinity) wall. No more dealing with seamless backdrops.
• 40 foot shooting bay to put space behind your model for that professional look
• One dozen powerful monolight strobes so you can achieve the look you need
• A wireless strobe triggering system (Pocket Wizard)
• Online booking system to make reserving studio time simple and easy
• An Elinchrom product table and Arkay 9′ camera/studio stand
• Parking right out front — and no stairs! Easy to unload and load right by the door.
• A private dressing room
• A 46″ LCD TV for tethering or review
• A fun and comfortable shooting environment to keep your team relaxed
• Professional sound system and mood lighting that is invisible to the camera
• Cold beverages available to quench your thirst
• And most importantly: a very clean restroom (we take pride in that)

dk3 studios was created to provide an affordable rental photo studio alternative for advanced amateur and part time professional photographers, as well as a space for photographers who are interested in studio photography to begin exploring this craft.

When I started looking for a rental photo studio in which to shoot, I became frustrated. Many studioswere very expensive and/or required half day or full day rentals for photoshoots. They had cumbersome processes for photographers to reserve the studio. Yes, these were beautiful rental photo studios with luxurious and hip decor, full kitchens and other niceties, yet what I really wanted was high ceilings, a cyc wall and space to experiment with lighting setups. But I didn’t want to pay $100-200 per hour!

When you rent the studio it’s your studio.  Someone will be available at reception should you need any assistance, but we will stay out of your way unless asked.  And we certainly won’t offer unsolicited critiques of your photography.

Pricing

The best part is the introductory price: just $99 for three hours.  Including equipment. This rate applies to in/out privileges for up to eight individuals.  And then just about $25 per hour thereafter.   Businesses still need quality images to help their clothing line or other products well.  But the paradigm has changed and the days of expensive photoshoots are limited.  Now there is an affordable rental photo studio option complete with everything you need to create professional images.

For larger groups the rental structure increases accordingly:

More than 8 up to 12 ndividuals:  $10 per hour additional

Up to 16 individuals: $20 per hour additional

Please contact us for event rates if more than 16 individuals will be involved with your shoot.  Note:  there are special exceptions for bands comprised of more than four members.  We support the musical arts and welcome bands of all sizes.  Musicians who perform in a band are generally exempt from the increased pricing (though roadies and groupies are not!)

Online reservation system makes it simple to sign up for studio time and you may pay by major credit card at the time of your rental. Take time to explore creative lighting techniques. Or shoot those wedding photos without having to haul and setup your own lighting. Rent when you need more strobes or space than you now have. Discover your passion at the most affordable rates in San Diego.