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p.1 #5 · p.1 #5 · Home based photography studios (outbuildings): who has one? | |
I guess a first step would be to list what you liked and didn't like about your old studio. Then think about what types of photography you want to do in the new space that you couldn't in the old space. From there, make a list of must-haves and like-to-haves with respect to dimensions (height, width, depth), access, comfort and ascetics (are you going to have customers in your studio), windows for light (which side of the building and what kind of light comes through), etc.
It's best to write the list down and take it with you when you look at properties. That way you don't forget important features you wanting the heat of the moment.
When it comes to converting a building into a studio, if you don't do your homework that studio conversion could be very costly. When you find a candidate property, take a ton of photos of the potential studio building i.e. outside walls, inside walls, ceilings, doors, lighting, etc. Does it already have electricity and heating/cooling? What about running water? Is the roof in good shape and is there evidence of roof leaks? Find a good building contractor in your area and show them the photos. They can provide some great feedback just from the photos. You might get a quote or quotes on the cost of conversion before you sign on the property.
Best of luck and show us photos of your new place when you finish it.
Larry
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