benhasajeep
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I have been approached by several people that know me in town. And they suggested I open a studio. And I keep shying away from that since I really don't want to do it full time. Well my wife was thinking in the same line. But instead of us runing it all the time as a single operator studio. Have it available for rental for other photographers (pro and personal use). My first thinking is I really don't want to rent out my equipment. But, quite a few people say they just need propper space and things like supports and tracks.
Well just the other day a very good space became available at an attractive cost. There is 1 other place that I know that will lease studio time to other pro's. But not the general public.
Would you rent by the hour studio space?
What would you consider a fair price per hour for just propper space with ceiling track / mounts, and background supports whith say 1/2 dozen backgrounds to choose from? You supply your own photo gear. Maybe I supply light stands as well.
If you did rent, how often would you rent it given the price your willing to pay per hour.
Would you consider joining a "club" for better rates but higher up front costs?
If you would only do it if lighting gear was provided. Say up to 4 lights. What price would you be willing to pay?
This is serious questions. So, please be kind in your replies.
I already have business license, tax ID's, and insurance (would need modifying I am sure). I know the buildings costs for utilities for the last 3 years. No property taxes as the space would be a lease. Basically for a business plan, I would like to know what semi-serious to pro's are interested in, who for one reason or another cannot have their own dedicated space.
I would like to add, to save on expenses. It would not be attended all the time. And facility would be available 24 hours. Entry would be by a magnetic key card set to each person. Something like 24 hour gyms use now. This would be photographer using own gear this way. Rental time with gear included would only be while studio is attended for security reasons!
Thanks.
Well just the other day a very good space became available at an attractive cost. There is 1 other place that I know that will lease studio time to other pro's. But not the general public.
Would you rent by the hour studio space?
What would you consider a fair price per hour for just propper space with ceiling track / mounts, and background supports whith say 1/2 dozen backgrounds to choose from? You supply your own photo gear. Maybe I supply light stands as well.
If you did rent, how often would you rent it given the price your willing to pay per hour.
Would you consider joining a "club" for better rates but higher up front costs?
If you would only do it if lighting gear was provided. Say up to 4 lights. What price would you be willing to pay?
This is serious questions. So, please be kind in your replies.
I already have business license, tax ID's, and insurance (would need modifying I am sure). I know the buildings costs for utilities for the last 3 years. No property taxes as the space would be a lease. Basically for a business plan, I would like to know what semi-serious to pro's are interested in, who for one reason or another cannot have their own dedicated space.
I would like to add, to save on expenses. It would not be attended all the time. And facility would be available 24 hours. Entry would be by a magnetic key card set to each person. Something like 24 hour gyms use now. This would be photographer using own gear this way. Rental time with gear included would only be while studio is attended for security reasons!
Thanks.
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