A Chicago based photography and video production collective .
We’ll put you in the best light.
Our Mission
To promote community by supporting artists with opportunity, affordable resources and encouragement.
Meet the Team
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Louis Thompson
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SJ
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Jamie Benjamin
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Robert Banez
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Trevor Popovits
Providing you a friendly & affordable space to create.
Our services
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Studio Rentals
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Photography
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Video Production
“Lumber studios provides a space and community unlike anything else in Chicago. Lumber, their management, and creators go out of their way not only to make great art, but to bring together incredible talent from throughout Chicagoland and build an incredible support system for art and each other.”
— Ann Marie Miller
“My experiences at Lumber have always made me feel welcomed and appreciated! I’ve booked photoshoots with the Lumber team several times and I even did a collaborative art gallery with the Lumber team in October which was extremely successful! Each time i’ve worked with Trevor or the rest of the team it’s been amazing! The studio has anything you need from multiple backdrops to lighting setups! I definitely recommend going here, you will not be disappointed!!!”
— Xzia Caraballo
“I had the pleasure of working with the Lumber production team for a shoot for my small business and couldn't be happier with the day-of experience and how the final images/videos turned out! It was really helpful to have one source for everything I needed -- from studio space to photography, videography, and modeling -- plus the team was helpful in connecting me with hair and makeup artists. I'm so grateful for the level of enthusiasm, talent, creativity, and care the whole team brought to this project!”
— Jessica Barker
“I’ve had several shoots at Lumber and have always had the best experience. The two studios are well equipped, spacious and have great natural lighting. Everyone who works here is so kind and attentive. Favorite studio in the city.”
— Amanda Weinper
“Working at lumber studios was an amazing experience!! I highly recommend for anyone interested in a studio shoot, and for models just starting out. Not only do the spaces have natural lightening and great ambiance for digitalis but are retro and creative that make your pictures pop! TRUST you will not be disappointed!”
— Angel Stewart
“The team at Lumber Studios could not be more well rounded, diverse, or down to earth. The spaces are pristine and the love for art —and community— go hand in hand. Jamie, Louis, Lena, Maddie, Nick, you really can’t go wrong. If you breathe art, you’ll be back.”
— Semaj Thomas