Town Studio: Creative Haven for Visual Artists in Brooklyn
Williamsburg is on the frontlines of creativity. From food to fashion, there is really no place like Williamsburg. It is the birthplace of Town Studio, a photo studio, and creative agency founded by Fashion Model Manisha Wong and Photographer Travis Matthews. The Town manifesto speaks to inclusion, creativity, and inspiration by way of Guyanese tradition and ethos.
Going to Town
Both born in Guyana, Wong and Matthews named their company after Georgetown, the capital of their home country, where all commerce commences. Similarly, Town studio is a space where visual artists, influencers, fashion models, and businesses can converge to create and bring their ideas to life.
Town Ethos
The purpose of Town Studio is to provide a space that allows for the freedom to produce and explore the creative impulse that arises from the incredible Williamsburg location. The brand promise is to create an environment where clients can bring their creative visions to reality that build off of what is generated energetically in the space. Our desired customer experience is comfortable, diverse, respectful, innovative, and inspired.
Design and Production Capacity
Town Studio is designed for small to medium productions of up to 15 people and is equipped with everything you need for smooth production. Clients generally book studio time and use photography equipment inclusive of
C-stands
Sandbags
High-quality Profoto photography lights
Ideal for the photographer that is traveling and know they need to have a shoot without lugging their own equipment. Upgrades to packages include paid add-ons, such as special equipment, seamless backdrop paper, canvas backdrops, and photography assistants by the hour, based on availability.The studio also features a vanity section for hair and makeup, a comfortably seated waiting area, and a production area.
Where is Town going?
Town Studio is committed to advocating, championing and protecting the voices of creators, especially black creators who often lead the way in music, fashion, and visual art but are often overlooked when their creations become mainstream. The studio aims to create spaces to recognize and support these cultural contributors.Town Studio is a creative haven for visual artists in Brooklyn and its’ all-inclusive setup, commitment to diversity and creativity, and passion for supporting emerging talent make it a must-book.