HQPixel : Photo Studio In Brooklyn NYC

Dec 2017

This is one of the more affordable studios in Brooklyn. It's a few blocks from the nearest station. So it's convenient. I rented the Daylight Studio. So my review is going to be on that. The door is hard to see, you have to pay attention to see the number. Once you get to the door, you ring the doorbell and Sterling will come down to get you. I booked this studio in the summer, and it was hot! I don't mean my photoshoot, the studio was burning up. It has a small air conditioning unit in the corner. They also have huge, bright windows with no curtains. It's good for lighting, not good for the temperature inside. The small AC unit does not do its job, obviously. Between looks, my models had to go near it and cool off. It's not a fun shoot if everyone is sweating. The windows, that I mentioned earlier, is big. It's also South Facing so you won't get much of the harsh sunlight except at certain times of the day. At the time I rented the studio, they didn't have black curtains. So if you wanted to kill some natural light, it would've been difficult. But their website said they have blackout curtains. So maybe you have to ask for them? At the back of the studio, they have some plants. I thought that was a nice touch. It can be used as an extra set. They have a nice Profoto with a big octobox on a huge stand that you can rent. You can rent additional strobes or other modifiers. You can also rent paper. I rented a white seamless paper, and they seem to just get a new roll for you. Despite the heat, their studio is pretty nice. It's 1000 sq feet, has a MUA table, a plain white wall, a wardrobe rack, V Flats, grip equipment, and even a computer you can play music on. Their bathroom was outside the studio and was a scary looking. Oh well. You can't have it all. Sterling was helpful and helped set up everything. I think for the price, it's a decent studio to rent. Be ready to brave the elements though. I wonder if they have a heater during the winter or would it be super-cold?

Oct 2017

I hosted a small event at HQPixel and the entire experience was positive from start to finish. Sterling was communicative and helpful even as my plans changed leading up to the event, and everyone really enjoyed their time in the space.

Jun 2016

I needed to shoot my portfolio last minute and I was happy to find out about this studio. Sterling was very helpful with answering my questions. As a rookie photographer, I needed the help with adjusting my light and I didn't feel discouraged. Both Forrest & Sterling were very respectful and gave me space to do my thing. Great studio for a decent price. P.S. My portfolio is on Instagram @DESIGNSBYKIKA -KIKA