Photography Studio Equipment List: Cheltenham

Professional flash heads for powerful, crisp lighting. Bare strobe produces hard light with defined shadows, ideal for high-contrast fashion or paparazzi-style work.

Use with modifiers (included) for softer results. Wireless trigger included for off-camera flash.

Position strobes with modifiers for professional results, or use bare for dramatic edge lighting.

Daylight-balanced constant lights for video work or still photography. See exactly how your light falls before you shoot—no guessing.

Use with softboxes (included) for soft, bounced light or direct for harder contrast.

Perfect for beginners learning lighting or content creators shooting video.

Large soft light source ideal for key lighting. Creates even, wrap-around light perfect for products, portraits, and beauty work. When combined with our professional product photography lighting and grip gear, this octabox produces the even, shadow-free lighting essential for e-commerce packshots.

Remove the front diffusion panel for slightly harder, more defined light. The octagonal shape produces natural-looking circular catchlights in eyes and reflective surfaces, cleaner than rectangular softboxes.
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Best used close to your subject for maximum softness.

Smaller, more focused light source. Excellent for close-up portraits, beauty shots, or targeted lighting on specific areas like legs in full-length setups. More practical in tighter spaces while maintaining soft, flattering results.

Works well as a hair light or when you need controlled soft light in a smaller area.

Versatile modifiers for soft, flattering light. Shoot through for diffused light or bounce for slightly more directional results. Quick to set up, easy to position. Work as key lights, fill lights, or background lights depending on your needs.

Lightweight and perfect for run-and-gun shooting or quick setup changes.

Large foam board panels. White side reflects and fills light; black side absorbs light and adds depth. Essential for controlling shadows and highlights. Also work as quick neutral backdrops for tighter portrait crops.

Position near your subject to bounce fill light or create negative fill for added contrast.

Frame with diffusion fabric for softening and controlling light. Move the strobe closer or further from the scrim to adjust softness and intensity. Thicker white fabrics double as large reflectors. Useful both indoors and outdoors.

Acts like a giant softbox. Place between your light and subject for beautiful soft light.

Lightweight option for blocking or shaping light when V-flats aren't practical. Cut black card into shapes to create creative light patterns and textures—an inexpensive way to experiment with shadow design.

Perfect for adding texture to backgrounds or creating custom gobos.

Heavy-duty professional stands with extending arms and grip heads. Mount lights, hold reflectors, position flags and scrims. Industry-standard grip equipment built to handle heavy modifiers safely.

The extending arm lets you position equipment exactly where you need it without multiple stands.

Stabilize light stands, C-stands, and backdrop supports. Essential safety equipment to prevent expensive gear from tipping during shoots.

Always sandbag your stands, especially when using large modifiers or lights.

Absolutely. Use our equipment, bring your own, or mix both. Most photographers use our space and grip while bringing specialised gear they prefer. Our equipment works alongside yours seamlessly.

Basic photography knowledge helps, but studio equipment is straightforward to use. All gear is labeled and ready to go. We also have ample natural light flooding the studio, especially when the garage door is raised to take advantage of

Start with the continuous LED lights, you can see exactly how light falls before shooting. Our equipment is beginner-friendly, and you have complete privacy to learn at your own pace. No staff watching, no rental clock ticking.

FlexiBook lets you reschedule or cancel up to 1 hour before your shoot with zero penalty. Click the link in your confirmation email to change your time. Within 1 hour of start time, full rate applies.

Accidents happen. Minor wear and tear is expected with normal use. If equipment is damaged beyond normal use, we'll discuss repair costs. We don't charge security deposits on equipment. The installed security cameras are there to protect you and us.

No need. All equipment is available to every booking—no reservations, no equipment holds. Walk in and use what you need for your shoot.

No. Use two lights or all six C-stands, same rate. Switch modifiers mid-shoot, try different setups, experiment freely. The equipment is yours for your booked time.

Only for consecutive multi-day bookings. Single-day bookings must pack down within 30 minutes after your time ends.

We provide professional lighting equipment, modifiers, and grip. For specialised tools like light meters or colour checkers, bring your own to ensure you have the specific model you prefer.

No. All equipment must remain in the studio during your booking. Equipment cannot be borrowed or rented separately from studio hire.

Bring any specialised gear you need. Our space and support equipment (C-stands, power, backdrop systems) work with external equipment. Most photographers bring specific modifiers or beauty dishes they prefer.

Yes. Strobes come with wireless triggers (spare batteries under shoot trolley). Continuous lights are powered (no batteries needed). All equipment is ready to use when you arrive.

We're a self-access studio with no staff on-site. All equipment is straightforward to use, and we provide usage resources. For hands-on instruction, consider booking with an experienced photographer or taking a lighting workshop first.

Yes. Standard backdrop clamps and gaffer tape available for securing paper and positioning equipment safely.

Absolutely. Position equipment however your shoot demands. Just return everything to where you found it and ensure all stands are stable before leaving.