Capturing The Essence

Photographic Studio Time

I've been after a studio set-up for some time now but just haven't quite been able to resolute the idea with the available space in our current abode; in addition I'd rather do it properly and well, or not at all.

'The' idea..

After mulling around the problem for over 12 months we've made the decision that any future house purchase must cater for a decent sized studio space, even if it was just suitable land for building a large cabin/studio.  Hiring studio space elsewhere is of course an option, but I know myself and unless it's at the bottom of the garden in spitting distance, it won't happen with my current commitments.

The idea of building a studio in a large log-style cabin is not a new one, in-fact back in 2005 we had visited various manufacturers and with quotation in-hand felt ready to jump; unfortunately an unexpected planning issue and re-location stopped us.

Making it pay..

Based on my own experience of trying to find cheap studio space to rent in the Bucks/Oxfordshire, and speaking with fellow photographers, we strongly believe the requirement for informal studio-space for use by amateurs and semi-professionals exists.  Building and suitably equipping our own studio (external to our main house) for use by any enthusiast therefore seems is a viable option for covering costs, and perhaps developing a business.