The Watkins Street Studio (1002 Watkins Street) is available for use for photo and video shoots. See rules and details below and fill out a photo shoot request form to book.
Please note that the Watkins Street Studio is a working studio space. Guests are expected to respect and work around any materials, furniture, and/or tools being stored and used in the building.
- Photo/ Video shoots must occur between the hours of 9:00 – 5:00 PM only on weekdays and are subject to availability
- All Photo/ Video shoots must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance.
- Equipment such as tripods and reflectors are allowed but must be used with care. Please submit a list of equipment in your photo shoot request form.
- Groups of 15 or more persons require special written permission.
- All members of the party and the photographers must abide by our Rules & Policies, which includes refraining from touching the mosaicked walls and sculptures.
- A nonrefundable deposit of $50 is due to book a Photo/ Video shoot. A fee of $100/half hour is due after finishing the shoot.
- Photo/ Video shoots do not have access to non-public areas of the Watkins Street Studio, which includes the second floor and the kiln room.
- Photo/ Video shoots containing lewd or graphic material, or disrespectful content or language are not allowed at the Watkins Street studio.
- No artworks, furniture, or tools can be moved or rearranged without permission.
For questions regarding our photography policy, please contact our Events & Marketing Manager at events@phillymagicgardens.org.