8 best Instagram photoshoot ideas in Los Angeles

8 best Instagram photoshoot ideas in Los Angeles

Time to touch-up the feed with some quality photos? Well, whether you’re a food, lifestyle, fashion, art or any other sort of influencer, doing an instagram photoshoot goes a long way. And we at Giggster have tons of space where you can bring these photos to life. In this list, we’ve curated some special locations that allow you these one-of-a-kind photo opportunities. Read on to find some truly unique instagram photoshoot ideas and locations in Los Angeles.


1) Go Camping at the Glampground in West Hollywood

Glampground Los Angeles Rental

A playful mix of indoors and outdoors, and adventure and relaxation, this ’Coachella’ themed listing with pre-lit tents offers a unique Instagram photoshoot opportunity. The outdoor, grassy lawn and patio has beautiful furniture and picturesque picnic tables while the interiors are elegantly decorated with plenty of plants and wooden elements to retain the natural feel indoors as well. Definitely a space worth every photo you click, this delightful location isn’t too heavy on the pocket either.

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2) Instafood for Instalikes at this Kitchen Studio near Chinatown

Kitchen Set/Studio perfect for Food/Cooking Shoots Los Angeles Rental

Pretty much every third photo on everyone’s Instagram feed has something to do with food. If you create content in this space, then conducting an Instagram photoshoot at this 3,300 sq. ft. Jikoni culinary studio is a proposition to consider. The studio is divided into two separate spaces, both with aesthetically setup cooking areas. To know details of the equipment, see more photos or book the listing, please click the first link above.


3) Be a tourist at the Griffith Observatory

Griffith Observatory Los Angeles Rental

One of LA’s most iconic sights, the Griffith Observatory is a popular tourist attraction that offers breathtaking views of the Hollywood sign and also showcases an extensive array of space and science installations on display. The venue has also been featured in a number of movies including Back to the Future Part II, Transformers and Friends with Benefits to name a few. The building features a mix of Greek and Beaux-Arts influences which look spectacular on the camera, and the iconic dome radiates the magical energy that permeates through the city.


4) Chill for the Gram at this Beachside Cafe in Malibu

Beachside Cafe Los Angeles Rental

If you want guaranteed likes from your Instagram clout, then this beachside cafe in Malibu is the one to go for. Visually breathtaking with panoramic views of the endless ocean, there’s also a pier that you can use on-site(at an additional fee) for some truly awe-inspiring photos. The listing also offers on-the-shore hammocks, surfboards and features a full working restaurant. And if that wasn’t enough, there’s also a beautiful green lawn for a totally different, more picnic-y look.


5) Photos aren’t 2D at this 3D Art Museum near Mar Vista

3D Art Museum Los Angeles Rental

An immersive, 4,500sq. ft 3D art museum in Los Angeles,this listing promises to be quirky and camera ready. The open floor space has high beamed ceilings, but that’s only if you can get your camera away from the walls that feature unique 3D art installations. If you’re tired of the same photos and literally want to introduce a new dimension to them, then this location has your name written all over it.


6) Life’s a Fairytale at this Real Sized Dollhouse in West Hollywood

Real Life Doll House Los Angeles Rental

An actual dollhouse scaled up to fit living, breathing humans, this venue feels more like a wish than a location. Pink and pastels make up a majority of the interiors that feature cute cupboards, vintage tea sets and an adorable pink and white kitchen. A truly immersive location for magical photos; the location feels as though it was designed for an instagram photoshoot.


7) All About the Light and Space at Exotic Home

Exotic Location Los Angeles Rental

The Black Dahlia is a testament to the design philosophies of notable father-son architects, Frank Lloyd Wright and Lloyd Wright. The space emphasises nature in an open floor plan and features some stunning interplay of shadow and light given its prevalent use of architectural lines and symmetric patterns.The interiors features choicy furniture and installations in a dark, natural color palette, that add to the natural, rustic charm that exudes from the space. A listing where you definitely want to see more photos (maybe just for inspiration), there’s a bunch of likes and followers waiting for you at this exotic Instagram photoshoot location in LA.


8) Steampunk Lovecraftian Apartment south off I-10 Freeway

Steam Punk Lovecraftian Apartment Los Angeles Rental

As far as offbeat Instagram photoshoots, this one is wa-aay out there. What can best be described as a steampunk lovecraftian apartment with a Tiki Bar, there’s three themed rooms at this listing: a sci-fi room, a killer’s apartment w/dungeon and of course, the tiki resort bar. Honestly, there really isn’t much to say here except do drop by for truly quirky and gritty images.


Being in LA allows you the luxury to conduct photoshoots that wouldn’t be possible elsewhere in the world, and this list highlights a few of those locations. From stunning, nature-first spaces to gritty, modern homes, there’s all sorts of photoshoot venue rentals in Los Angeles and the ones on this list are definitely up there. Be sure to check out more photos and other details in case you can’t make up your mind

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