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We love a good photoshoot! And whether you're planning a stylish fashion shoot or a slick product shoot, there are plenty of photography studios to choose from in Birmingham.

We've listed the best photo studios available to hire near you, no matter what your budget or taste - from quirky locations to state-of-the-art options. Just have a browse and pick out your favourite, or get in touch with one of our venue experts, who'll be happy to scout out the perfect photo studio for you.

Birmingham has excellent transport links, with a comprehensive bus and rail network.

TRANSPORT

Birmingham is home to some of the UK’s most iconic landmarks, including the Bullring and Selfridges.

LANDMARKS

Birmingham’s history is visible in its architecture and culture, from its medieval origins to the present day.

HISTORY

Birmingham is a city in the West Midlands of England, known for its rich history and culture. The city has a vibrant events scene, with something going on every night of the week. From live music and club nights to comedy shows and theatre performances, there’s always something to do in Birmingham. The city is also home to a number of excellent venues for events, including the Birmingham Arena, O2 Academy Birmingham and the Birmingham Hippodrome. Birmingham is a great place to hold an event, with its friendly community and wealth of things to do.

Birmingham

The United Kingdom has an excellent transport infrastructure, with a wide variety of options for getting around.

The United Kingdom is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the world, from Big Ben to Stonehenge.

The United Kingdom has a rich cultural heritage, with a wide variety of traditional music, art and cuisine.

CULTURE

The United Kingdom is a country in northwestern Europe, off the coast of France. It is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. The UK has a long and rich history, and its culture has been influenced by many different peoples and nations. The UK is a leading economic and political power, and is home to some of the world’s most iconic landmarks, such as Big Ben and Buckingham Palace. The UK is an excellent place to hold an event, with a variety of world-class venues and a wealth of experience in hosting events of all kinds.

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Looking for a photo studio in Birmingham? We've listed the best photography studios near you so that you can plan a fantastic photoshoot.

Photo Studios

Industrial-chic photo studio in vibrant Digbeth with flexible layout, outdoor space, and 200-person capacity. Licensed until 2am from £1,500 daily hire.

The Engine Room is a great space for someone looking for something different for their special day. Nestled in the vibrant heart of Digbeth, Birmingham, this unique venue offers an industrial-chic atmosphere that perfectly complements modern weddings. With its flexible layout, outdoor space, and stylish decor, The Engine Room is ideal for couples seeking a creative backdrop for their celebration. Enjoy a fully licensed venue until 2 am, allowing you to dance the night away. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a grand affair, our dedicated team is here to bring your vision to life. Embrace the spirit of Digbeth's regeneration and make your wedding unforgettable at The Engine Room.

Event space in The Engine Room Digbeth, decorated with pink pom-poms for celebrations.

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The Engine Room Digbeth: vibrant event space with colorful decor for gatherings and networking.

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Vibrant birthday celebration in The Engine Room, featuring colorful lanterns and cozy seating.

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The Engine Room Digbeth: vibrant industrial event space with high ceilings for gatherings.

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Cozy event setup at The Engine Room Digbeth with rustic bar and pastel decor.

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Weddings

The Engine Room

The Engine Room Digbeth

400-square-metre contemporary family home with floor-to-ceiling windows, minimal enclosed garden, and sleek open-plan design. £1,000 per day for exclusive hire.

KuroKoti or ‘black house’ was designed in 2018 by award-winning architects BPN. With no curves, a flat roof, charred larch cladding and cast concrete terraces, the property is contemporary and elegant paying tribute to the original 1960s cubed house it replaced. 

Modern minimalist meeting space with natural light, ideal for brainstorming sessions.

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Modern minimalist event space with stylish furniture for intimate meetings and gatherings.

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Modern open-concept space in KuroKoti for intimate meetings and small events.

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Modern minimalist space with open staircase, ideal for networking events and workshops.

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Modern staircase with wooden slats and orange chair in stylish event space.

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Business

KuroKoti

Former textile factory in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter with cinema, bar and art studio spaces, ideal for photo shoots, accommodating 150 standing from £1,750 daily.

Our enclosed garden and spacious reception areas comfortably accommodate a variety of corporate and commercial events and have recently been used for video blogging and professional development training days.

Clients have full access to kitchen, bathroom and cloakroom facilities and we are fortunate to be located next to a selection of artisan delis, bakers and coffee shops which provide quick and convenient lunch break destinations.

Versatile event space with high ceilings, ideal for corporate events and social functions.

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Stylish industrial-chic venue with exposed brick for meetings and events.

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Modern industrial event space with exposed brick, ideal for meetings and gatherings.

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Intimate event space with plush seating, ideal for gatherings and presentations.

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Rustic venue with exposed brick walls, ideal for intimate gatherings and themed events.

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Whole Venue

The Compound

Victorian Gothic library in Digbeth with soaring vaulted ceilings and original windows, ideal for photo studios. Natural daylight floods through period features, accommod

This newly refurbished converted Victorian Library is radiating in romance. Our happy wedding team are here to help you have your wedding. Our many years of experience will help guide you through the planning, ensuring that your day is everything you wanted. 

The unique historic venue can easily accommodate up to 130 guests for a ceremony and sit-down reception, and there is further space for a large bar area and dance floor separated from the main space by 4 grand archways. 

Elegant event space in The Old Library with vibrant drapery for gatherings and celebrations.

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Elegant event space with wooden chairs, ideal for weddings and corporate gatherings.

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Elegant event space in The Old Library, perfect for weddings and formal gatherings.

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Joyful wedding ceremony in The Old Library with elegant decor and balloons.

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Elegant round tables in a well-lit event space for banquets and receptions.

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Exclusive Hire

The Old Library

Professional headshot studio near Birmingham's Custard Factory in Digbeth, accommodating up to 15 people with high-speed Wi-Fi from £30 per hour.

Businesses come to us to update their employee professional profile with headshots and portraits as well as other marketing needs. At Sozo Studios, located near the vibrant Custard Factory in Digbeth, Birmingham, we offer a dynamic and inspiring creative space tailored for professionals. Our studio is equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi and features beautiful scenery that enhances the creative process. We pride ourselves on fostering a vibrant environment where businesses can thrive and connect. Whether you're a photographer, videographer, or a company looking to elevate your brand, our welcoming Zellig reception area sets the perfect tone for collaboration. Join us in the heart of the West Midlands and let’s explore how we can add value to your business through exceptional visual storytelling.

Professional photoshoot studio with model, ideal for branding events and promotions.

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Virtual meeting setup at SOZO STUDIOS with professional lighting for webinars.

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SOZO STUDIOS

2000-capacity ex-industrial warehouse in Wolverhampton, ideal for large-scale photo shoots with 12m LED screen, professional lighting and flexible blank-canvas layout fro

An ex-industrial warehouse space, The Hangar is a versatile blank canvas and can be transformed to suit a whole host of events. Its large, open layout allows for flexibility in design and concept.

The space offers a creative edge on some of the more traditional corporate and business venues.

Vibrant event space in The Hangar with dynamic lighting for networking and entertainment.

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Spacious indoor venue with high ceilings, perfect for concerts and exhibitions.

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Wrestling match setup in dynamic event space with engaged audience and vibrant lighting.

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Spacious event venue with high ceilings, ideal for conferences and gatherings.

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Other

The Hangar

1000-capacity industrial warehouse photo studio in Birmingham's creative Digbeth quarter with gable roof flooding space with natural light from £500 daily.

The largest of 4 event spaces Room 1 offers you a huge open plan warehouse event space, with a gable roof that washes the floor with an abundance of natural light. 

The room has a lot of steelwork and industrial features which is ideal if you prefer to host your events in exciting and unusual event spaces.

It is ideal if you are planning a conference, exhibition, gala dinner, award ceremony, company fun day, Christmas party or indeed most corporate events. 




"SS1 event space in Digbeth with vibrant lighting and ornate throne for unique gatherings."

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Elegant event space SS1 in Digbeth with vibrant murals, ideal for cultural gatherings.

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Vibrant event space SS1 in Digbeth, ideal for concerts and corporate gatherings.

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Dynamic band performance with vibrant lighting at SS1, ideal for live music events.

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Dynamic event space SS1 in Digbeth with vibrant geometric floor for team-building activities.

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Events

Secret Space digbeth

Secret Space Digbeth

Restored Victorian 2200 sq ft gallery in Birmingham city centre, ideal for photo studios with exhibition space, accommodating 200 standing, from £300 daily hire.

Medicine Gallery is housed in the Victorian, 2200 sq ft purpose built former gallery of the Royal Birmingham Society of Artists. A building of great beauty and of local art historical importance, the Medicine team discovered the forgotten space and restored it to its former glory in 2018. Medicine opened as a cafe and gallery supporting arts and cultural organisations to advance their creative mission by housing their exhibitions and events. 

Medicine Gallery and Bakery is available for private hire. Catering is available from £15 - £35 per person. Medicine has a fully licensed bar. 

Spacious Medicine Gallery venue with contemporary art for creative events and meetings.

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Vibrant meeting space at Medicine Gallery for networking events and workshops.

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Interactive art installation "Before I Die" at Medicine Gallery, fostering community engagement.

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Arts

Medicine Gallery Limited

Professional Birmingham photo studio with Godox flash lighting, colourama backdrops, and props. Accommodates up to 10 people from £100 per hour.

Equipped with:
Godox Flash Lights
Pixapro Soft Boxes
Neewer LED panel lights
Colourama backdrop
Phone and camera tripod
Props
JBL Speaker
Dressing Table

Photography studio with white backdrop, ideal for professional photo shoots and events.

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Studio Hire at Fittheframee Studios with softbox lights for events and photography.

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Studio Hire

Fittheframee Studios

UK's first permanent digital gallery in Birmingham's Digbeth, ideal for immersive photoshoots with cutting-edge technology, up to 200 standing capacity, £2,000 daily hire

The room is the UK’s first permanent digital gallery which explores the relationship between digital technology, visual arts, and people.

Housed in the Art. Quarter at the heart of Birmingham in Digbeth, the room is a space where you can be mesmerized by a spectacle of colors, technology, sounds, and movement.

Vibrant event space with colorful lighting and greenery at The Room Digital Gallery.

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Stylish event space in The Room Digital Gallery with vibrant lighting and greenery.

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Elegant dining table with floral arrangements in The Room Digital Gallery for upscale events.

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Modern event space with illuminated ceiling panels, ideal for corporate and creative gatherings.

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Vibrant event at The Room Digital Gallery with dynamic lighting and networking opportunities.

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The Room Digital Gallery

Art Quarter

Art Quarter - The Room Digital Gallery

Modern lifestyle photography studio in Birmingham's Jewellery Quarter with professional lighting, white/black/nude backdrops, and dedicated e-commerce area from £50/hour.

Made with both content creators and brands in mind — the one stop studio for all your content creation and ecommerce needs. We offer a range of furniture for lifestyle shots such as sofas, armchairs and large mirrors. 

Bright, spacious Content Studio with large windows for meetings and events.

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Content Studio with softboxes and ring light for professional event lighting setup.

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Bright event space with large windows and elegant arch mirror at Sumei Studios.

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Versatile event space with natural light, ideal for corporate meetings and social gatherings.

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Content Studio refreshment station with microwave and kettle for events and meetings.

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Content Studio

Sumei Studios

Professional Birmingham photo studio with soundproofing, state-of-the-art lighting and backdrop options. Accommodates up to 100 standing. From £75/hour for creative shoot

The Film, TV and Photography Studios at Base Studios offer a versatile and professional environment ideal for a range of creative projects. This space is perfect for film shoots, television productions, and photography sessions, providing a unique backdrop for both aspiring and established artists. With a focus on supporting creativity, the studios are equipped to handle various production needs, making them suitable for everything from small independent projects to larger scale productions. The studios are designed to foster creativity and collaboration, making them an excellent choice for workshops, training sessions, and community initiatives. Whether you're looking to shoot a music video, conduct a photoshoot, or film a short film, the Film, TV and Photography Studios provide the perfect setting to bring your vision to life.

Soundproof meeting room at Base Studios for podcasts and virtual meetings.

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Professional video shoot setup in clean studio for webinars and promotional videos.

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Film and TV studio with bright lighting, ideal for virtual events and live streaming.

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Film and Photo

Film, TV and Photography Studios

Base Studios

Chic Birmingham beauty studio with hairdresser chair, massage bed and nail table. Perfect for intimate photoshoots up to 6 people. £120 daily hire.

Beautiful studio perfect for beauty training meetings or small events, the Unique Stylish Studio offers an inspiring and versatile space tailored for professionals in the hair and beauty industry. With high-speed WiFi, a comfortable bed for massages, a dedicated hairdresser chair, and a nail table, this studio is designed to meet all your business needs. Ideal for intimate workshops, product launches, or team meetings, the studio's chic ambiance fosters creativity and collaboration. Elevate your next event in a space that combines style and functionality, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees. Book now to secure your spot in this exceptional venue!

Stylish meeting space with vibrant decor, perfect for workshops and discussions.

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Versatile meeting space with warm colors, perfect for workshops and team gatherings.

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Unique Stylish studio

Versatile Birmingham photo studio accommodating up to 50 people, perfect for creative shoots and workshops, from £1,000 daily hire with flexible creative workspace.

Moodboard is a versatile space within Sohos Studio, ideal for a variety of events and meetings. This creative environment is perfect for brainstorming sessions, workshops, and team-building activities. With its unique ambiance, Moodboard can also serve as a backdrop for photo shoots and creative projects. The space is designed to inspire creativity and collaboration, making it suitable for both personal and professional gatherings. Whether you're planning a small meeting or a larger event, Moodboard offers a flexible setting that can be tailored to your needs.

Curated mood board in Sohos Studio for modern event design inspiration.

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Cozy lounge with sectional sofa in Sohos Studio for creative meetings and collaboration.

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Elegant mood board in Sohos Studio for upscale event design and catering.

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Theatre

Whole venue

Studio Space for Creatives - Sohos Studio

Professional recording studio with 31sqm live room, isolated vocal booth, Neumann microphones, natural light reverberation, ideal for photo shoots from £500/day.

The Live room at Stage Studios is an ideal space for recording sessions, offering a vibrant atmosphere with excellent natural light reverberation. This versatile room is perfect for a variety of musical recordings, including drums, guitars, brass, and vocals/choirs. It features a spacious layout of 30.97 square meters, allowing for comfortable movement and setup during sessions. The room is equipped with high-quality microphones from renowned brands such as Neumann, Shure, and Sennheiser, ensuring top-notch sound capture. Additionally, the Live room includes an isolated vocal booth designed for flat response and minimal reflections, making it suitable for professional vocal recordings. With experienced engineers on hand, the Live room is a fantastic choice for musicians and bands looking to create high-quality recordings in a supportive environment.

Vibrant live performance in spacious Stage Studios with dramatic lighting and engaged audience.