7 Best Boudoir Studios in Utah

If you're looking for a studio for your next boudoir shoot, whether you're a client or a photographer, look no further. This post will have all the information you need for the top 7 boudoir studios in Utah.

Let's face it, not all photographers have the means or space to own their own studio. That puts us in the position of needing to location scout for these studios all the time! After searching for what seems like an endless amount of hours, here are my top 5 boudoir studios that I love to shoot at in Utah.

I'm not a fan of gatekeeping, so here you'll find all the information you will need in order to find, plan, and shoot at each of these locations.

7 Best Boudoir Studios in Utah

#1: White Space Studios in Sandy, Utah

Photo by: Emily Newton

This is the studio I shoot at the most. It's absolutely perfect for boudoir and I always have incredibly happy clients by the end. Here are the pros and cons for shooting at this location:

Pros

• Gorgeous natural light in the afternoon

• Separate bathroom is available for clients to change in

• Very easy to find this location from the street

• Gives off a moody vibe, perfect for boudoir

• Completely private studio

• A bed is available to use

• Studio offers discounts for photographers buying 10 hours at a time

Cons

• Windows are located on the first floor next to the street where cars can see directly into the windows (I haven't had an issue with this yet though)

• The windows are a bit small so if it's not a sunny day, it can give off a "low light" look

• No additional lights are available to rent

• If you want a bed, you have to blow it up and dress it during your session

• Only street parking available, but at least it's free

Features

• Limestone-washed wall

• Aztec-inspired rug

• Black, modern bench

• Fake olive trees

• South-facing windows

• White cyc

• Air mattress bed

• Dark wood floors

Address: 115 Main St, Sandy, UT 84070

Video walk-through of the White Space Studios in Sandy, Utah

#2: Travis J. Studio in Draper, Utah

Photo by: Emily Newton

The Travis J. Studio is another client favorite. It's located on the second floor of an old school building that they've turned into a business parlor. It has gorgeous, large windows and a deep green wall that I absolutely love shooting with. Here are the pros and cons:

Pros

• On the second floor, so no one can see into the studio

• Massive west-facing windows that bring in gorgeous light

• Antique bed with wheels for easy maneuverability

• Large, free parking lot on the east side of the building

• Additional lights and backdrops are available for rent

Cons

• Not a huge variety of props to choose from

• Studio is tricky to find at first and can be difficult to explain to clients

• The only bathroom is located across a public hallway

Features

• Deep green wall for moody photos

• White wall

• Backdrops and lights

• Antique bed that's always made

• Old school desk

• Antique chair

• Massive west-facing windows

Address: 12441 S. 900 E. Draper, Utah

#3: White Space Studios in Provo

Photo by: Emily Newton

This studio has become one of my new favorites. It's nestled in downtown Provo and has some beautiful light through the south-facing windows. You can book three different rooms within this studio, two of which are more useful for boudoir, in my opinion: the white cyc room (referred to as the south studio on their website -- featured above), and the south studio which has a dark wall and more furniture to use. To get the best variety, I would recommend booking the south and west studios for your shoot.

Pros:

• Beautiful, large south-facing windows in the south studio

• Shades to cover the light completely if you're wanting to use artificial lights

• Trendy furniture

• Bathroom for clients to change it (it's shared between all the rooms)

• Parking lot behind the building on the east side, on the street, and on the north side (on weekends)

Cons:

• South studio gets quite hot after the curtains have been open for a while

• The south studio is very small, hardly fitting my artificial light

• The bathroom is shared among the three rooms

Features:

• Large windows

• Direct sunlight in the afternoons and evenings

• Trendy furniture (chairs and couches)

• Easy parking

• Bathroom

• White cyc

• Dark walls in the west studio

#4: The Flat at Studio Elevn in Downtown SLC

Photo by: Emily Newton

This spacious, two-story studio is absolutely gorgeous. It has massive windows on the south side, trendy furniture, and so much variety. It's very bright in the loft area but doesn't have the best lighting on the floor, so I would recommend bringing artificial lighting for that area.

Pros:

• Very spacious

• Large windows facing south and east

• Full kitchen

• Trendy furniture

• Large bathroom, shower, and changing room

• Real plants

• Free parking

Cons

• The studio is on the third floor and it's a workout if you have gear

• Artificial lighting is required for the bottom space (in my opinion)

• The bright light makes your images come out bright and airy, so if you're looking for a dark and moody vibe, I wouldn't recommend this location

Features:

• Large windows

• White wall

• Full kitchen

• Dressing room

• Completely private bathroom and shower

• Trendy white couch and chair

#5: Historic Ellerbeck Bed & Breakfast in Downtown Salt Lake City, Utah

Photo by: Emily Newton

This small bed and breakfast in downtown SLC has the cutest rooms for boudoir! They have six elegant suites to choose from (the Wasatch and Zion suites are my favorite) and I absolutely love the antique vibe it gives. The Zion room is east facing so you'll want to book that room in the morning for the best light. The Wasatch room is west facing, but on the first floor and has a large tree in front of the window so it will need to be sunny to get the best light. Here are the pros and cons:

Pros

• Completely private room

• Cheap option if you book multiple clients back-to-back

• Guaranteed to have a perfectly made bed

• No need to make the room spotless before you leave

• Owners are totally okay with boudoir being shot in the rooms

• Small parking lot on the east side of the building

Cons

• No additional props or lighting are available

• Space is quite small compared to a photo studio

• Windows are small and don't give off tons of light unless it's sunny outside

• Quite expensive if you only have one client

• Bathrooms are SMALL and one room has to share a bathroom with another room

• The walls are thin so you can hear people in other rooms sometimes

Features

• Antique furniture such as tables, chairs, cabinets, mirrors, etc.

• Perfectly made bed

• Private bathroom (most of the time)

• Bedroom setting

Address: 140 North B St E, Salt Lake City, UT 84103

#6: Studio Noire Noir in Downtown Salt Lake City, Utah

Photo by: Emily Newton

This small studio located in downtown SLC is perfect for giving off a very Vogue-esque vibe for your shoot. I mainly use this studio for straight backdrop shoots with little to no props or furniture. If your client wants to feel like a model, this is the place to do it. Here are the pros and cons:

Pros

• On the third floor of a business building so no one can see into the windows

• One of the studio owners is there at all times if you need help

• Studio owners will set up backdrops for you

• Gorgeous natural light in the afternoons & evenings

• Interior windows have shades for full privacy

• Perfect for a minimalist, magazine-styled boudoir shoot

Cons

• Very small studio

• Parking can be a little bit of a nightmare, all metered parking in the middle of downtown

• No bed is available

• Limited props are available

• Building can be tricky to find at first and studio owners have to let you in the door

• The only bathroom is located down a public hallway

Features

• White wall

• Backdrops in multiple neutral colors for rent

• West facing windows

• A few chairs and stools

• Clothing rack

• White desk and chair

Address: 75 E 400 S #304, Salt Lake City, UT 84111

#7: Hyatt House in Pleasant Grove, Utah

Photo by: Emily Newton

Although technically not a studio, I did most of my boudoir shoots at Hyatt hotels when I first started doing boudoir and still love so many photos I took there. I would specifically go to the Pleasant Grove, Lehi, and Cottonwood locations based on which direction their windows were facing. The reason I chose Hyatt was also because their room styles are the most modern-looking and they have the largest windows I could find. Here are the pros and cons:

Pros

• Completely private with a guaranteed private bathroom for changing

• Absolutely the cheapest option if you book multiple clients back-to-back

• Guaranteed to have a perfectly made bed

• You can request to have a room facing south for the best light

• Usually multiple stories above ground level

• Easy, free parking

• No need to make the room spotless before you leave

• Photographer can build up points and get free rooms after a while

Cons

• No additional props or lighting are available

• Space is usually quite small compared to a photo studio

• Rooms can all look pretty generic

• Quite expensive if you only have one client

• Some hotel management MIGHT be a little hesitant about you doing photography in their rooms. I've never had a problem with it, but I wouldn't be surprised if they have something somewhere in their contract that they don't prefer it.

Features

• Large window(s)

• Perfectly made bed

• Private bathroom

• Bedroom setting

Address: 544 S Pleasant Grove Blvd, Pleasant Grove, UT 84062

What Makes a Location Good for Boudoir?

There are specific features I look for when it comes to finding a studio or location for one of my boudoir shoots.

Plenty of Natural Light

I shoot most of my boudoir clients only with natural light. I love the soft glow it gives to their skin and the harsh shadows it can show with direct sunlight. Now granted, you can mimic these same effects with artificial lighting, but when you don't own your own studio, it's such a hassle to carry all your gear with you to each location.

Variety of Furniture

The first piece of furniture you may think of when it comes to boudoir is having a bed available. Most of my clients request a location that provides a bed, but I've found that they are hardly necessary. I've done a plethora of shoots where a bed was not needed at all. It is nice, however, to have a variety of furniture available such as chairs, stools, plants, backdrops, etc.

Private Studio & Space for Changing

Believe it or not, this is one of the most difficult things to find when it comes to different locations or studios for boudoir. Frequently, there will be a bathroom or private space available but it's down a public hallway where people will casually pass through. It's quite uncomfortable for boudoir clients to have to cross these public spaces in between each outfit. I always recommend bringing a robe to go over your clothes to each session just in case. That being said, I'm also completely comfortable with my clients deciding to just change in the studio with only me around, but this will always be made very clear before the session date.

Easy Access and Parking

This goes for all photoshoots and not just boudoir, but parking can be a nightmare. Luckily, most of the studios I use are not downtown where the parking is incredibly limited and always metered. I always recommend that my clients show up at least 10 minutes early to find the studio and sufficient parking.

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