Studio Apparatus

Studio Apparatus An hourly rental photography and videography studio in St. Paul, Minnesota. Available for studio rent

Whether it's a personal concept or a commercial client, Studio Apparatus is fully equipped to handle a variety of photography & video productions, as well as accommodate client meeting spaces, office needs, classes and workshops. We are ready to help provide you with the skills, tools, space and whatever other apparatus you may need to will your next spark of imagination into a successful creative project.

09/04/2026

We’ve got all the space and props for kids to run around and climb! Apparatus provides a great atmosphere for families and their kids to bop around and have fun, vital for any candid photo.

Our print shop is officially open! Go to the link in our bio to support Apparatus so we can buy our building!
09/02/2026

Our print shop is officially open! Go to the link in our bio to support Apparatus so we can buy our building!

DEADLINE EXTENDED‼️A call to all artists: Studio Apparatus is hosting a print shop fundraiser and we want to see your im...
08/20/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED‼️A call to all artists: Studio Apparatus is hosting a print shop fundraiser and we want to see your images! Here’s how it works:

1️⃣ Submit up to 5 images taken at our old or new studio location and your contact info through the google forms link in our bio by 8/28.

2️⃣Photos will be posted on a pic-time gallery starting 8/31. 50% of proceeds will go to its respective artists via Venmo/Cashapp, and 50% will go to Apparatus’ building purchase. We will set prices based on multiple print options.

Feel free to DM with any questions! We look forward to seeing all your lovely creations made here at the studio. 🤍

DEADLINE EXTENDED❗️A call to all artists: Studio Apparatus is hosting a print shop fundraiser and we want to see your im...
08/20/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED❗️A call to all artists: Studio Apparatus is hosting a print shop fundraiser and we want to see your images! Here’s how it works:

1️⃣ Submit up to 5 images taken at our old or new studio location and your contact info through the google forms link in our bio by 8/28.

2️⃣Photos will be posted on a pic-time gallery starting 8/31. 50% of proceeds will go to its respective artists via Venmo/Cashapp, and 50% will go to Apparatus’ building purchase. We will set prices based on multiple print options.

Feel free to DM with any questions! We look forward to seeing all your lovely creations made here at the studio. 🤍

The bo***ir room always gets some of the best light!
06/19/2026

The bo***ir room always gets some of the best light!

05/08/2026

Can you spot the difference between strobes and continuous light?

Here we show a two-light setup with a larger soft light in the front and hard hair light coming from the back left, but using strobes for one setup and continuous lights for the other.

The strobe images ended up more contrasty as the power we were using could reach higher (1000W). For continuous our lights max out at 600W leaving a much softer image that mixes with the natural light.

Let us know in the comments which you prefer!

Come explore the castle of the north! The Arthouse is both a photo studio and event venue located inside a Queen Anne Vi...
05/04/2026

Come explore the castle of the north! The Arthouse is both a photo studio and event venue located inside a Queen Anne Victorian that stands as a momento of the Camden Historic Lumber District. The entire space will be open so come check out the original fixtures, 12’ fireplace, carved door hinges, trap door, and the photo vault room.

❔Come explore the venue with a guided tour or self guided, eat some treats, and see a slideshow of work created in our space for free!

🅿️: Parking is free on all streets surrounding the building. Parking is on the street by our building or in the driveway to the left of the building. Please enter the front door that faces Lyndale Ave.

♿️: A portable ramp will be placed over the front steps and we’re happy to help chairs get up it if requested. The interior of our space is ADA compliant.

Golden hour is the best hour!
04/25/2026

Golden hour is the best hour!

04/15/2026

Lighting series is back! Big thanks to our model for helping us out with this one. We created a pure white background that wrapped around the subject by placing a 5’ octa behind them and a white V-flat facing the front of them, and behind camera. This results in a very pretty ethereal airy lighting look using only one light! Let us know below what kind of lighting you’d like us to break down next. Or stop by the studio to try this one out!

Address

4400 Lyndale Avenue N
Minneapolis, MN
55412

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 8pm
Tuesday 8am - 8pm
Wednesday 8am - 8pm
Thursday 8am - 8pm
Friday 8am - 8pm
Saturday 7am - 10pm
Sunday 7am - 10pm

Telephone

+16124405755

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