We’ve all been there. You show up to the go-to spots in Hampton Roads and there are already other sessions happening. You dodge and weave, keeping conversation going with your clients and scan for the best light and free space. 

As a lifestyle and wedding photographer, I know this all too well. I’ve felt the need for an accessible, destination location for shoots. Enter Blackwater Place, my creative oasis. I’ve curated the equipment that I love, from light kits to backdrops, so that you don’t have to. You can show up and create, owning the space and not having to worry about anyone else other than your clients. 

My favorite part might be the grounds! The tall grasses and wildflowers take me back to my roots and make my heart skip a beat! Pause and take a breath, create and soak up this little piece of my heaven. 



MEET SKYLAR

- skylar

Some old-fashioned things like fresh air and sunshine are hard to beat"

- Laura Ingalls Wilder

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Studio and Grounds rentals start at $65/hour. 

Investment

can i book the studio for 30 minutes?

No. We require a minimum of 2 hours per booking on all days except Monday & Tuesdays.

Do I need to sign a contract?

Yes, along with providing proof of business insurance before your first session is complete.

How do we enter the studio space?

You will be issued a personal keycode that will expire after you have used the studio.

If I am running over my contracted time can I add more hours while I am there?

You may add a la carte time only if no one is scheduled after you. An invoice will be sent to you for the additional time you have used and is payable within 7 days.
There are 30 minute buffers given between Studio rental each session.