You can spend hours searching for the right studio for an editorial shoot in Los Angeles. The ideal space needs to match the creative brief, capture the right energy for the story, and work well for production team.
Sometimes, a creatives want a large studio with a cyc wall so they can build their own set. That gives you complete control, but it also eats up a lot of time and resources. Choose a studio with a cyc wall for rent in LA.
On the other hand, many productions prefer a space that already has the right texture, props, and mood built in. That way, they can spend less time on set design and more time shooting.
That’s exactly what the BASIC Magazine team was looking for when they rented our large Metal Hangar studio for the Artemas editorial shot by Dylan Perlot.
Artemas is an English singer, songwriter, and record producer from Oxfordshire. His 2024 single “i like the way you kiss me” hit number one across Europe and cracked the top 15 in the US. His fourth mixtape LOVERCORE followed in October 2025, a 14-track synthpop record built around intense feelings. The latest single, “you and i could never be friends,” is already out.
He has been releasing music obsessively for seven years. That consistency is the strategy. In the February 2026 BASIC Magazine interview, he described his creative process like an Ouija board: hands off, stop overthinking, just let it move. That approach shows up in his visuals too. When something feels right, he goes with it.
The editorial ran in BASIC Magazine in February 2026. Photographer Dylan Perlot shot the full story at the Metal Garage. The full production crew included stylist Adrian Joseph, groomer Ayae Yamamoto for Exclusive Artists and production coordinator Cassidy Cocke.
The images were published alongside a full interview with Artemas, covering his Oxfordshire upbringing, the process behind LOVERCORE, and the moment “i like the way you kiss me” blew up mid-flight over the Pacific. You can read the full piece at BASIC Magazine. The raw industrial look of the Metal Garage was exactly right for this editorial.
Watch BTS video form this shoot.
Looking for a big space with that same raw, industrial vibe? Try the Metal Hangar studio. It gives you a serious attitude without spending half the day building a set. This 3,500 sq ft space comes with a boxing ring, a large light wall, vintage moving lights, a separate makeup and changing room, two restrooms, and basic lighting and grip equipment included. Minimum time prepping the space — maximum time shooting.
The studio is conveniently located right off the freeway at 3316 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023, with gated, secure parking.
You can drive a car or motorcycle straight into the studio for your shot through the wide garage door. The boxing ring with a heavy punching bag and overhead RGB lights are included with every rental. Raw metal walls and high ceilings give you a true industrial look.
The studio is open 24/7. Perfect for late night productions that prefers to shoot during night hours.
Every studio rental comes with three flash units, wireless trigger and receiver, c-stands, v-flats, sandbags, extension cords, apple box and much more. A makeup station comes with vanity mirror and seating. The studio is 100% private, no insurance or permits required, and it is self-check-in.
Want to get that perfect overhead shot or keep your lights really high? You can rent a scissor lift for just $50 per booking.
Want a strong spotlight look on your model? Rent the Aputure LS C300d II LED Monolight for $30 per booking and the Aputure spotlight mount for $25 per booking.
Seamless paper backdrops are also available. See the full list of available colors.
Paper backdrop options:
– FREE if the backdrop doesn’t touch the floor and no damages.
– $29.99 one backdrop sweep. Up to 6 ft on the floor.
– $59 more than one backdrop sweep. You are using more than 6 ft on the floor.
– $75 a full seamless paper roll. Size 107″x36′.
Check out the full equipment list — it includes both free and rentable items.
Shooting in a raw industrial spot somewhere else in LA usually means dealing with permit headaches, missing gear, and a ton of last-minute arrangements. At the Metal Garage, you skip all that. You get full control without the stress. No need to carry much of your lighting and grip equipment or set up a separate production area — everything you need is already right here.
| Package | Weekday Rate/Hr | Weekday Total | Weekend Rate/Hr | Weekend Total | Savings vs. Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rent by Hour | $69.99 | – | $74.99 | – | – |
| 4-Hour Pack | $64.99 | $259 | $69.99 | $279 | 7% off |
| 8-Hour Pack | $59.99 | $479 | $64.99 | $519 | 14% off |
| 12-Hour Pack | $54.99 | $659 | $59.99 | $719 | 21% off |
The 4, 8, and 12-hour discounted packages give you better rates than booking single studio hours, with up to 21% savings compared to the hourly rate. Package hours can be split across different studio rentals and never expire.
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