Re: studio ponderings

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"Lea" posted:
"...
I'm thinking of a space that would be 20 feet deep (I'm pretty locked in
to this dimension) by 16 feet wide (I have some flexibility here) and 8
feet tall (also some flexibility here).
..."

If you are planning on doing any full length standing portraits, that's
probably a bit on the small side. At any rate ... you definitely need to be
thinking about trying to go wider if at all possible. Also the proposed
celing height of 8 feet will be a major problem. Is there any way you could
get twelve? Sixteen?

"Lea" also posted:
"... I'm not certain about flooring...I imagine some low-maintenance carpet
but might consider natural wood. Any thoughts on what works best here? ..."

Waxed linoleum (or vinal) over concrete. It *will* take a beating, so
(polished) wood or equivalent is probably not in order. You can always get
some carpeting to cover the linoleum, if you desire.

You should also think seriously about a two-sided cove covering either the
western and southern sides, or the southern and eastern sides.

Windows? Make sure that you also budget for full blackout curtains for *any*
windows you finally decide install. You'll probably decide that "that
beautiful (northern) light" isn't really all that "controllable" or
"repeatable," and opt for using your softboxes most of the time.

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----- Original Message -----
From: lea
To: List for Photo/Imaging Educators - Professionals - Students
Sent: Monday, June 21, 2004 7:23 PM
Subject: studio ponderings


I'm considering adding a studio to my home. I'm curious about size
recommendations. Can those of you with studios or those of you who have
had them please offer suggestions on dimensions and height? Also, any
special features I should budget into the project?

My typical studio shoot involves small children, high school seniors,
adult head shots, families, pets. I wouldn't be using the space to
photograph cars or other large items. My lighting consists of medium
softboxes (2'x3') and umbrellas.


I'm thinking of a space that would be 20 feet deep (I'm pretty locked in
to this dimension) by 16 feet wide (I have some flexibility here) and 8
feet tall (also some flexibility here). The north end, for certain,
would be the entrance with all/mostly glass surrounding a French door to
take advantage of that beautiful light. The remaining sides could or
could not have windows...most likely the western side would not in order
to avoid the afternoon sun and heat.

I'm not certain about flooring...I imagine some low-maintenance carpet
but might consider natural wood. Any thoughts on what works best here?

Currently my studio is in my attic which has 6' ceilings and while this
works fine for children it gets a bit tight with adults and full lenght
shots of adults are virtually out of the question unless they are height
challenged like myself (5'3" and proud of it!).

I'm anxious to hear thoughts from those of you who have been there, done
that.

Thanks,
Lea


Lea Murphy
Whiny Dog Press www.whinydogpress.com


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