A professional 1,700 sq ft photography, video, and podcast studio available by the hour. Natural light, green screen, full gear — ready for your next shoot.
"Trusted by local, regional, and national production companies for TV spots, commercial shoots, and creative projects."
131 N Ludlow St · Dayton, OH 45402Blue Dog Studio is a fully-equipped creative workspace tucked inside Dayton's historic Talbott Tower in the heart of downtown. We built this space for photographers, videographers, content creators, and podcasters who need a professional environment without the overhead.
Whether you need an hour for a quick shoot or a full day for a major production, we have a rate that works. All rentals include the full space and standard amenities.
Need more? We also offer add-on services including additional studio lighting, audio gear (lavalier & boom), electronic slider, teleprompter, additional backdrops, catering, drone/aerial photography, and full producing & editing services. Contact us for a custom quote →
We're located inside the historic Talbott Tower at 131 N Ludlow St — steps from the Montgomery County Courthouse, walkable from local venues, and easy to find.
Eloping at the courthouse? Celebrating at our sister venue next door? Blue Dog Studio is steps away — perfect for bridal portraits, wedding party photos, and same-day shoot sessions in a stunning, light-filled space.
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Ask Us DirectlyEvery rental includes access to the full 1,700 sq ft space, a private entrance, heat & A/C, a private restroom and changing room, green screen, professional lighting, and a selection of backdrops — all at no extra charge. Add-on gear and services are available; contact us for a quote.
Our rates are: $125/hour (hourly rental), $500 for a half-day (up to 5 hours), or $1,000 for a full day (up to 10 hours). Need add-ons like extra lighting, audio gear, a teleprompter, or catering? Contact us for a custom quote.
We're at 131 N Ludlow St, Dayton, Ohio 45402 — inside the Talbott Tower in downtown Dayton. We're about a block from the Montgomery County Courthouse and next to our sister event venue, making us a perfect one-stop location for wedding and elopement photographers.
There's ample street parking nearby, plus a private lot directly across the street (approximately $10/day). If your rental is during normal business hours (Monday–Friday, 8am–5pm), we offer valet parking within the Talbott Tower garage that can be comped — just reach out to us to arrange the details!
Absolutely! We're happy to show you around. Reach out via the contact form or email to schedule a walkthrough. Note that a tour is not required to book — you can reserve your session at any time. We're also putting together a video tour of the studio — stay tuned!
Blue Dog Studio is perfect for photographers, videographers, podcasters, and content creators of all kinds. We've hosted local, regional, and national production companies for TV spots and commercial video shoots. The space is especially well-suited for small to medium-sized groups and is a popular choice for bridal and wedding portrait sessions, thanks to our downtown location near the courthouse and our sister venue.
We want every session at Blue Dog Studio to be a success. Please take a moment to review our policies before you book.
Please be on time for both your arrival and departure. Going over your scheduled time will incur an additional fee of $200 per hour.
We have a strict no-glitter policy. It's nearly impossible to fully clean and affects the studio for future clients. Thank you for understanding.
All bookings are non-refundable to hold the space for you. You may reschedule with at least 24 hours notice. Cancelled sessions are non-refundable.
Food and beverages are welcome in the studio. Please be respectful of the space and clean up after yourself. Excessive messes may result in a cleaning fee.
You are responsible for any damages or excessive mess incurred during your rental. Cleaning, repair, or replacement costs will be charged at our discretion.
Feel free to rearrange the studio to suit your shoot. Just return everything to its original place before you leave. Not sure where something goes? Just ask us!
Ready to book, have questions, or want to schedule a tour? Reach out — we'd love to hear about your project.
We typically respond within 1 business day.