🌈STUDIO WITH BACKDROPS

The Backdrops Studio offers 50 paper backdrop colors located at 460 Race Street Holyoke, MA. It is our most creative studio and it offers full-service lighting designs by Nixon. The Backdrops Studio comes with prop chairs and many other miscellaneous props. It comes with your own private changing room, mirrors for outfit checks and an area to refresh your hair and makeup. This is the studio that offers lighting effects like “spotlight” and you are able to project images or videos onto the white walls, if needed. It is a wonderful room when you want a large amount of space combined with props, perfect studio lighting by Nixon and many color backdrops to choose from for most all photography needs.

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Amenities: Changing Room, Prop Chairs and Stools, Immersive Music System, Clothing Pro Steamer, Full-Service Studio Flash Lighting, Two Paper Backdrops Per Hour Included.

✔️Unlimited Rescheduling No-Fee

☎️You can call with questions 8336574720☎️

“Nixon made me feel so at home and so welcomed in the studio. The studio was just bursting with energy vibes and had so many things that were helpful for me as a photographer and even for my client can’t wait to go back.” Jalise Morales

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Curated selections with lighting designs by Nixon Studio Rental and photos by Nixon's photographers: Swan, Madison, T'Ana, Nixon or bring your own photographer.

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460 Race Street Holyoke, MA

“I had a great experience and would definitely recommend. I felt comfortable and natural throughout the shoot and the quality of the photos was great. Highly recommend!” -Keith Sharp

💡Beautiful Lighting  📸Secret Camera Settings  🚪Changing Room

Trusted by New England’s Top Portrait Photographers and their clients

NSR was voted the busiest studio in New England 7 years straight.

“Great experience working with Nixon in this beautifully curated space. My bags were carried into the studio, and I even had a dressing room. The level of service was outstanding. Highly recommend!” -Tim Pettaway

“I rent this awesome studio for portrait photography sessions, and it is a blast! Nixon, a lighting genius, was able to create the lighting I wanted. Like the action shots for a dancer. And then, back to shooting portraits. The studio has high quality strobes which is also helpful.” -Aman Chuwan

✔️Unlimited Rescheduling No-Fee  ✔️Refund if cancelled 24hrs after booking

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 750+ verified visitors per year to Nixon’s Studio w Backdrops

“I loved coming here at the Nixon studio rental they are very friendly and make you feel super comfortable. I loved the experience and would 100% recommend! If you're considering getting your photos taken definitely come here!!!!” - Ruby Abreu

“The atmosphere was so inviting I had no idea what to expect they made us feel so comfortable for our special occasion I definitely recommend Nixon and Madison Kopie to everyone an anyone!” - Alora Desrosiers

“Best Studio in Massachusetts. Nixon makes all his clients very comfortable regardless of if it’s a photographer or someone renting the studio. I have booked countless times as a photographer and model and he has a variety of backdrops to use, props for models.. I have had a 5 star experience everytime!” -Siare Barlow

“Nixon was a pleasure to work with. He responded to my request for a photographer for daughter's graduation under a very short notice since I forgot the camera at home. Gia was so great who took the assignment under such a short notice. She was very professional in her approach and was earlier for the appointment. She was good at picking the right spot for the shoot, making sure the poses are good and was quick to get the job done. It was a pleasure to work with her! I wish her the best in her pursuit for arts!” - Cincy Liu

“It was fun and exciting working with Nixon Studios and T’Ana. They made sure we was comfortable and enjoying every second of the shoot.” -Farrah Smith

“What a great a beautiful space, and Nixon is very talented. Going into this my boyfriend and I were a little nervous but after we left this shoot we felt so comfortable and couldn’t be happier with how professional and comfortable Nixon made us feel in his space.” - Connor Riopelli

WHAT ARE THE HOURS FOR THE BACKDROPS STUDIO?

Studio hours are 10:30am - 7:30pm everyday. However, The Backdrop Studio’s availability may differ from the other studios. To see up to date availability for The Backdrop Studio specifically, please see its studio calendar HERE.

DOES THE BACKDROPS STUDIO HAVE A CAMERA I CAN USE?

Yes, The Backdrop Studio has a very good, high-resolution camera you can use for your pictures during your shoot. The camera is customized by Nixon by hand to make sure it has the best colors and the clearest, brightest pictures. Even if you don’t know how to edit photos, the pictures will come out extremely beautiful. The camera will create pictures that look like the clearest in-house photos you see posted on our Instagram page. Please let us know ahead of time that you will need this camera by booking HERE.

CAN I USE MY IPHONE TO TAKE PICTURES IN THE BACKDROPS STUDIO?

Yes, you are able to use your iPhone to take pictures at any of the studios. There are special settings for this to be successful which Nixon will assist you with a tutorial before you get started. iPhone photos can be done during the daytime using natural light as well as during the night using the available mood lighting. Please add a note letting us know you will be using an iPhone when scheduling HERE.

CAN I BRING MY OWN PHOTOGRAPHER?

Yes, we are the original full-service studio rental in New England. This means you are able to bring in your own photographer. Whether your photographer is a professional or shooting for the first time, Nixon will help to make sure the pictures come out as beautifully as possible. Nixon will train your photographer on the correct camera settings and other details during the prep time of your session by booking HERE.

CAN I TAKE MY OWN PHOTOS?

Yes, we are able to provide a tripod or phone stand for you to create your own photos using the timer on your camera or phone. Nixon will assist you with setting this up. iPhone photos can be done during the daytime using natural light as well as during the night using the studio flash lighting. Please see our availability HERE.

⬇️THE ADDRESS⬇️

NIXON STUDIO RENTAL
460 RACE STREET
HOLYOKE MA, 01040
833 657 4720

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Mirror Selfies

It’s tradition to take mirror selfies in the Furnished Loft next door between background changes or clothing changes. Having time to yourself to reflect, allows for new ideas and a refreshed second half of your shoot.