[Leica] studio ponderings

[mark at rabinergroup.com (Mark Rabiner)]

On 6/21/04 7:24 PM, "lea" <lea@whinydogpress.com> wrote:

> 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


BUILD IT 30 CUBITS BY 40 CUBITS.

PUT THE KIDS AND DOGS IN EACH CUBIT.

FEED THEM PURINA KID AND DOG CHOW.



Mark Rabiner
Photography
Portland Oregon
http://rabinergroup.com/