The Journey of Downsizing and Redesigning a Photography Studio

📸I have been a professional photographer for over 13 years, specializing in wedding and portrait photography.

🏢I recently downsized my photography studio from 1700 sq ft to 900 sq ft due to financial constraints.

💡The new studio has ample natural lighting, which is a huge plus for both myself and other natural light photographers in the area.

🎥The smaller studio allows me to create multiple content corners for YouTube videos and even host podcasts.

🎨I am in the process of redesigning the studio, with plans to paint walls in forest green and black for different sets and backgrounds.

Why did you decide to downsize your studio?

—I was incurring significant losses from rent and maintenance costs, while not giving my wedding photography business enough attention. Downsizing was a financial decision to focus on revenue-generating activities.

What are the advantages of a smaller studio?

—The new studio may be smaller, but it offers beautiful natural lighting and a dedicated office space. It also allows for greater versatility in content creation and the opportunity to provide podcasting services.

How will the downsizing impact your photography services?

—While the physical space is smaller, it will not affect my ability to conduct photography sessions. I will still be able to capture stunning portraits and headshots in the new studio.

What changes are you making to the studio's design?

—I plan to paint the walls in forest green and black to create different sets and backgrounds. Additionally, I will be adding shelves and backdrops to enhance the overall aesthetic.

What are your future plans for the studio?

—I am excited to continue creating content for my YouTube channel and potentially offer podcasting services to others. I also hope to build a comfortable and visually appealing space for clients to experience during their photography sessions.

00:03After years of operating a large photography studio, the time has come to downsize.

00:16The decision to downsize was motivated by financial struggles, with a significant amount being lost on rents and upkeep.

00:30Despite the financial challenges, the new studio offers the advantage of beautiful natural lighting.

01:31The downsizing allowed for the creation of multiple content corners and the potential to host podcasts.

06:54The studio is being redesigned with new paint colors, shelves, and backdrops to create a visually appealing and functional space.