Studio Hire & Photography Rates London
Arch Photo Studio offers professional photography in a fully equipped South London space. Led by an experienced working photographer, rates include lighting, studio hire, and production support — ensuring great results for creative, commercial, and portrait clients.
Studio Hire Only
Hours | Standard Hire | Hire + Lighting Assist |
|---|---|---|
2 | £110 | £130 |
3 | £165 | £195 |
4 | £220 | £260 |
5 | £275 | £325 |
6 | £315 | £375 |
7 | £360 | £430 |
8 | £395 | £475 |
9 | £440 | £530 |
10 | £480 | £570 |
Why Our Rates Reflect Professional Quality
With 20 years of photography experience — and over six years working professionally — I bring a mix of creative insight and technical skill to every project. Having built and run my own fully equipped South London studio, I understand both the creative and practical sides of production.
My work spans commercial campaigns, eCommerce, portraits, and editorial photography, with clients who value reliability, creativity, and a professional workflow. Studio hire, lighting, and expert support are included in most sessions, offering strong value for brands, agencies, and individuals who expect high-quality, consistent results.
Rates are set to reflect London’s professional standards — fair, transparent, and aligned with the level of experience, equipment, and production support each project receives.
Headshot
£260
Perfect for professionals, performers, and creatives needing standout headshots for profiles, portfolios, or casting.
Creative Starter
£390
Perfect for professionals, performers, and creatives needing standout headshots for profiles, portfolios, or casting.
Half Day Portrait
£530
A deeper session for actors, musicians, and artists looking to capture expressive, styled, or character-led portraits.
3/4 Day Portrait
£750
For those who want to experiment with styling, concepts, or create a wide portfolio of looks in one day.
Full Day Portrait
£950
An editorial-style experience — ideal for musicians, performers, or anyone wanting a highly creative portrait session.
Photoshoot Add-Ons
| Hair & Makeup Artist | £150 – £250 |
| Assistant/Lighting support | £150 – £250 |
| Extra Retouches | £5 – £30 per image* |
Included In All Studio Portrait Shoots
PLEASE NOTE – Commercial and corporate portraiture work will be charged at commercial day rates.
Selects are fine-tuned in Capture One, images are cropped, exposure corrections are individually adjusted, and obvious spots and eye bags are lightened. Colour grading can also be applied at this stage to create a specific vibe for the image.
If required, images are then taken into an AI retouching program, where I apply a subtle and natural-looking process to them. Eyes are sharpened, eye bags are lightened, skin is lightly smoothed/contoured, fly-away hairs are removed, clothing creases are removed, and paper backgrounds are cleaned up.
Booking Terms & Delivery
- 50% deposit is required to confirm the booking.
- Balance due when the gallery is published.
- All prices include use of studio, lighting, and creative support.
- Private Online Gallery of Medium Resolution Images
- Downloadable Image Gallery of All Images With Basic Edit
- Selects & Retouches Supplied as Full Size and Medium Size JPGs
Photography Rates London
Professional photography and studio hire for brands, creatives, and agencies. All shoots take place in our fully equipped South London blackout studio, with professional lighting, modifiers, and grip equipment included.
Every commercial project is unique, so unlike portraits, there’s no one-size-fits-all package. That said, I understand you’ll have a budget in mind and need a realistic idea of costs before we start.
Having been on both sides of the creative process — commissioning and producing photography — I know that a clear, detailed brief makes all the difference. A well-prepared brief and shot list help ensure your project is costed accurately and delivered exactly as you envisioned.
A strong brief allows me to prepare an estimate based on your specific requirements. Some projects involve research and planning, sourcing props, designing lighting setups, or arranging additional support such as hair and makeup, styling, or specialist equipment hire.
Because every client’s needs are different, all commercial work is quoted individually. Please get in touch with an outline of your project, and I’ll be happy to provide a tailored estimate.
The day rate below includes editing, covering colour correction, exposure and contrast adjustments, sharpening, noise reduction, and the creation of an online proofing gallery.
For multi-day shoots or complex productions, discounted day rates may apply. Some projects may also require image licensing, depending on usage.
Individuals, Start Ups & Micro Businesses
From £850 – £1200/day
Half-day: £425 – £600
Perfect for individuals, designers, and creatives who need clean, high-quality imagery for web, social, and promotional use. Includes…
- Photographer + full studio hire
- Lighting & modifiers
- Pre-shoot consultation
- Basic retouching of up to 30 images
Larger Business / Commercial & Campaigns
From £1,000–£1,600/day
Half-day: £600 – £800
For established brands, agencies, and campaigns requiring professional production value, creative lighting, and precise image quality. Includes:
- Photographer + studio hire
- Full lighting setup
- Pre-production consultation & shoot planning
- Image selection gallery
- Standard 1-year UK usage license
Add-Ons & Extras
Pre-production / concept development | £400–£500/day |
Assistant | £200–£250/day |
Stylist / prop sourcing | As required (+15% coordination fee) |
Booking Terms
- Rates exclude extended licensing unless stated.
- 50% deposit required to confirm booking.
- Balance due on delivery of final images.
- Cancellations within 48 hours of shoot day: 50% charge.