Daylight Studio Toronto
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Min booking length
3 hr minimum
Max attendees
17 people
Cast & Crew
17 people
Square footage
650 sq/ft
Standing limit
20 people
Sitting limit
20 people
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Great experience, the studio lives up to its name. Lots of great sunlight. Everything was seamless, host was amazing. I would definitely book here aga
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I had a great experience. There was clear communication, everything was detailed and organized. I would book again.
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Awesome experience! Horst is professional, accommodating, and the space had everything as listed. Easy to find, too, even though it's a bit out o
About the Space
Day Rate ( 8 HOURS ) - $300 The day rate is less than 6 hours at the hourly rate - ($55/hr x 6 hours = $330). --> Day rate discount cannot be applied in the system; please message for this discount rate to be applied. Hourly rate $50. -> FOUR HOUR minimum is required on the WEEKEND. -> THREE HOUR minimum is required on the weekdays. BRIGHT + CLEAN + AFFORDABLE The sun-filled and open space is conveniently located at Eglinton & Laird near the DVP. This accessibly priced studio features 450 square feet of working space, 12' high ceilings, and a large 7' x 9' SOUTH-facing window with black-out curtains installed. Within the 650 square feet of air-conditioned space, the studio includes a washroom and kitchenette with a bar fridge, microwave, utensils, kettle and coffeemaker. Open: 8 am-9 pm. ->FREE PARKING. IDEAL FOR: Photography Video - small productions Workshops, Gallery, or Casting calls SOUND RECORDING: The studio is not soundproof. Many clients, however, have rented the space to record sound with no issue. This is not your space if you require a studio with perfect recording quality. ACCESS: The studio is on the second floor and has only stair access. LOCATION: The studio is in TORONTO, not Richmond Hill, where another Industrial Street exists. In Google Maps, the area is considered to be in Toronto's East York neighbourhood, but locally, it is known as Leaside. PROHIBITED USE: Daylight Studio is NOT suitable for Live or DJ music or High-intensity/loud music video productions or use. STUDIO RENTAL INCLUDES: The equipment below comes standard with the studio rental. 4 large light stands 3 small light stands 1 "C" stand, with knuckle & two grip arms 1 telescopic background pole 2 "V" flats 4 sandbags, 2 full apple boxes Garment rack & steamer Mirror 14" x 50" (movable) 1 six-foot table (with tablecloths) 1 four-foot table (suitable for make-up) 6 chairs and 2 stools 3 AC cables three step stepladder Bluetooth speaker Continuous Lighting Package - no charge. Softbox Specifications: Two 20”x30”, with diffuser. Two 8”x36” (strip box), with diffuser and honeycomb grid. Each has four 150W (equivalent to an incandescent bulb) daylight-balanced blubs for a total output of 600W. ADDITIONAL GEAR: upon request, no charge. Stands, sandbags, chairs, tables, 8' ladder, boom. STROBE (FLASH) LIGHTING PACKAGE RENTAL*: 2400 w/s ProAcute pack 2 heads with standard reflectors 1 head extension pocket wizard 2 umbrella softboxes (small 20"x30", 5' octagon, 7' octagon) and two adapter rings $90 full day, $50 partial day. *Requires working knowledge of strobe equipment. HST is additional. 3 days notice required. Please message for further details. NOSEAM FOR PURCHASE: White 9' noseam paper backdrop at $9/linear foot, plus HST.
Details
- Property size (sq ft) 650
Parking and Accessibility
- Available parking spots 3
- Parking lot or structure is available nearby
- Access options Stairs
Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Hair/Makeup area
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Kitchen
- Lighting/Grip Equiment
- Blackout Curtains
Opening Hours
- Mon – Sat 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
- Sun 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Add-ons
Items, services and options you can add to the booking at check-out.
156 reviews
- booked a photo shoot
Great experience, the studio lives up to its name. Lots of great sunlight. Everything was seamless, host was amazing. I would definitely book here again
- booked a photo shoot
I had a great experience. There was clear communication, everything was detailed and organized. I would book again.
- booked a video shoot
Awesome experience! Horst is professional, accommodating, and the space had everything as listed. Easy to find, too, even though it's a bit out of the way. Thank you!
- booked a photo shoot
The host was super kind and keeps his space very clean and ready for use. It was thoroughly cleaned and well kept and there was additional equipment which really helped. Would come again. The only downfall is the inconvenience of the stairs when you’re bringing in a lot of equipment. It’s not the easiest to work with.
- booked a music video
Great space! Horst was very responsive and a wonderful host! Would highly recommend daylight studios!
- booked an event
Horst was an amazing host. Really responsive and helpful. The studio itself is an awesome space, especially the natural light and tall ceilings. Would definitely book it again for future projects!
- booked a music video
Perfect space for a simple creative shoot - Horst is very professional! Thanks!
- booked a production
My go to place for simple and quick shoots. Love the natural light that comes in! The host is always so easy to talk to as well
- booked a production
Very happy with this location and the host. Punctual, clean and helpful. Location came as shown. We were able to to get everything done that we needed.
- booked a production
Exactly as described. Communication was fast and professional and everything went smoothly with the shoot. Would definitely use the space again!
- booked a production
This is a great space for intimate shoots. I have rented this studio twice and Horst has consistently offered a great experience - good room features and clear communication leading up to the rental day.
- booked a production
Horst is a responsive host and explained the studio well. Environmental concerns were pointed out - the dog shelter nearby for example example which did give us periodic waves of barking and the car noises. I asked my cameraman about this review and he cited the rule about having to put everything back in the place it was found as a hinderance when the time is paid for. There is reasonable order verses carelessness. Upon arrival, when I saw a couple of spots looking at the table cloths I took photos in case we were blamed but it could be argued that the photo could have been taken at the start or the end. There is nothing to be done about the location other than stating before the first visit the optimal trip plan, subway station, bus number north, which are details I learned once already there and after taking a longer route. I could have asked but the less mystery the better. Eyes can glaze over looking at a lot or rules and policies, like signing a lease. Add-ons that bump up the price after the fact should be verboten. Taxes I get, but insurance or clean up fees should be built into the posted asking cost. Interesting that we enter one end of the structure and walk the entire length of the building to the unit when especially after dark we might find the loading door propped unattended because someone else is also bringing something in or wheeling it out. Also not much can be done about a second floor unit with no elevator. We managed but I might have been naïve about that just because I made the climb. I'll paraphrase one of my actresses who said the long walk through the building was like a, "fun house." The space itself was fine.
Questions
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What's the maximum attendees I can have at this location?
Horst allows 17 attendees on location
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What types of activities are allowed at this location?
Horst allows production, events and meetings
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How many square feet is the location?
Daylight Studio Toronto is 650 sq/ft
Location Rules
- Adult filming
- Cooking
- Loud noises
- Outside catering/food
- Smoking
- ANY damage caused by removal or leaving any remnants of tape behind will be charged a cleaning fee of $100.
- Absolutely no photography, filming, noise, loitering, in the shared communal space of the building (hallways, stairs).
- All tape must be completely removed at the end of your session.
Location
Exact location provided after booking.
from $55 /hr
