STU 22 · Wapping, East London

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167 photographs from 24 shoots at STU 22, our photography and music studio at 8–10 Sampson Street, Wapping, London E1W 1NA. Album covers, press shots, editorial portraits, brand campaigns and lookbooks — all shot in our rooms. Photography by Pass The Lens. Every frame here was made in our rooms — photography studio hire in London from £35 an hour.

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Album Cover Photoshoot, London

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27 photographs · album cover photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Album artwork shot in our Wapping rooms, built to hold up both as a streaming thumbnail and as a 12-inch sleeve. Artists and labels book this as a full album cover photoshoot in London, or take photography studio hire by the hour and bring their own shooter.

Artist seated on a sand dune set in a gold draped gown, backlit in warm amber, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Wide view of the desert sand set built in the studio, the artist seated in gold at the centre — from an album cover photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Artist kneeling on the sand set, gold jewellery catching the warm backlight, album cover photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Side profile of the artist in a gold gown against the painted desert backdrop
Artist lying back on the dune, long curly hair spread across the sand
Artist seated upright on the sand, looking into the lens under warm gold light
Artist raising one arm against the desert backdrop, gold bangles on her wrist
Artist seated with legs tucked, hand brushing her hair, amber desert light
Artist seated on the dune in a gold gown, painted desert backdrop rising behind her
Artist kneeling on the sand with gold fabric pooled around her
Close-up of the artist's hands resting on the sand, stacked gold bangles at her wrist
Artist leaning forward on the sand set, curly hair falling across her shoulder
Artist lying along the dune in a gold gown, warm backlight running the length of the set
Artist standing in a gold gown against the amber desert backdrop
Artist with arms raised overhead, braided hair falling, backlit in gold
Artist standing with hands at her collarbone, gold pendant catching the light
Three-quarter portrait of the artist in gold against the desert backdrop
Artist with one arm raised, holding a strand of hair, amber light behind her
Artist lifting her braids with both hands, backlit against the dune
Close portrait of the artist, braids framing her face, gold tones throughout
Artist with a hand raised above her head, gold gown catching the backlight
Full-length frame of the artist standing on the sand set in a gold gown
Artist standing with a hand on her hip against the desert backdrop
Artist turned to the side, gold gown trailing across the sand
Artist with arms crossed at her chest, gold jewellery and braided hair in warm amber light
Artist with hands crossed at her collarbone, looking into the lens
Close portrait of the artist, gold pendant at her throat, desert tones behind

Lifestyle Editorial Shoot, London

13 photographs · lifestyle photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Relaxed, natural frames made for websites, About pages and social feeds. A lifestyle photoshoot in London that leaves a brand with a full library of usable images from one session.

Group seated on a sofa with a chess set and vinyl records in the studio lounge, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Editorial group portrait in front of a red wall with a framed SOUL print — from a lifestyle photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Model seated with a record player and a spread of vinyl sleeves, lifestyle photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Two subjects seated together on the lounge sofa in matching white — further frame from the same lifestyle photoshoot at STU 22
Group seated on a sofa with a chess set and vinyl records in the studio lounge — alternate take from this lifestyle photoshoot in London
Editorial group portrait in front of a red wall with a framed SOUL print — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Model seated with a record player and a spread of vinyl sleeves — further frame from the same lifestyle photoshoot at STU 22
Two subjects seated together on the lounge sofa in matching white — alternate take from this lifestyle photoshoot in London
Group seated on a sofa with a chess set and vinyl records in the studio lounge — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Editorial group portrait in front of a red wall with a framed SOUL print — further frame from the same lifestyle photoshoot at STU 22
Model seated with a record player and a spread of vinyl sleeves — alternate take from this lifestyle photoshoot in London
Two subjects seated together on the lounge sofa in matching white — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Group seated on a sofa with a chess set and vinyl records in the studio lounge — further frame from the same lifestyle photoshoot at STU 22

Traditional Dress Portrait Shoot, London

13 photographs · portrait photography studio London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Formal portraits in traditional dress, lit and framed so the detail survives in print. Shot in our portrait photography studio in London, with controlled light and clean backdrops.

Portrait in traditional Tibetan dress against a deep red curtain, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Full-length portrait in a burgundy brocade robe in front of hung prayer flags — from a portrait photography studio at our East London photo studio
Detail of a ceremonial dagger and metalwork belt against a red backdrop, portrait photography studio at STU 22, London E1W
Traditional robe displayed on the red set — further frame from the same portrait photography studio at STU 22
Portrait in traditional Tibetan dress against a deep red curtain — alternate take from this portrait photography studio in London
Full-length portrait in a burgundy brocade robe in front of hung prayer flags — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Detail of a ceremonial dagger and metalwork belt against a red backdrop — further frame from the same portrait photography studio at STU 22
Traditional robe displayed on the red set — alternate take from this portrait photography studio in London
Portrait in traditional Tibetan dress against a deep red curtain — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Full-length portrait in a burgundy brocade robe in front of hung prayer flags — further frame from the same portrait photography studio at STU 22
Detail of a ceremonial dagger and metalwork belt against a red backdrop — alternate take from this portrait photography studio in London
Traditional robe displayed on the red set — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Portrait in traditional Tibetan dress against a deep red curtain — further frame from the same portrait photography studio at STU 22

Music Artist Press Shoot, London

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11 photographs · music photography studio London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Press frames for artists putting out new music, covering artwork, socials and press desks in one sitting. Our music photography studio in London keeps the shoot rooms and the recording rooms under one roof.

Silhouette of an artist seated against a deep blue backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Artist in a dark tracksuit standing between exposed studio lamps on a blue backdrop — from a music photography studio at our East London photo studio
Artist holding a baseball cap out to camera, lighting rig left visible in frame, music photography studio at STU 22, London E1W
Artist adjusting his jacket, blue backdrop with tungsten lamps flaring in shot
Artist with a hand to his face, framed by four exposed studio lights on blue
Artist reaching towards the lens, lamps and stands deliberately left in frame
Artist looking upward with hands at his chest, blue backdrop and visible lighting rig
Artist in a white tee with arms folded, surrounded by exposed lamps on a blue backdrop
Artist mid-jump with one arm raised against the blue backdrop
Artist caught mid-air, studio lamps and stands visible around him
Artist photographed from behind in a printed jacket, reaching for the studio lamps

Music Press Shots, London

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11 photographs · music press shots London · Photography by Pass The Lens

The images an artist sends to playlists, press and promoters. Music press shots in London, shot at our Wapping studio and delivered ready to use.

Artist reclining in a green football shirt against a green gradient backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Artist standing with a hand raised to his cap on a green gradient backdrop — from a music press shots at our East London photo studio
Artist holding a gold chain out to camera, lit green from behind, music press shots at STU 22, London E1W
Artist with head bowed, his shadow thrown large across the green backdrop
Full-length portrait of the artist in a dark sweatshirt on green
Artist standing with hands at his sides, teal and green gradient behind him
Artist in a patterned durag looking down against a green backdrop
Artist mid-stride with one leg extended across the green backdrop
Artist leaning back on one leg, lit from behind in green
Artist seated on a stool in a green football shirt against a green backdrop
Artist crouching over a football shirt laid out on the studio floor

Dark Editorial Portrait Shoot, London

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9 photographs · editorial portrait shoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Low-key portraits built on shadow rather than fill light. An editorial portrait shoot in London for artists and brands who want mood ahead of polish.

Portrait in a large fur hood lit against a dark backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Portrait lit in deep red through textured glass — from an editorial portrait shoot at our East London photo studio
Monochrome portrait framed in a doorway, editorial portrait shoot at STU 22, London E1W
Close monochrome portrait lit from one side — further frame from the same editorial portrait shoot at STU 22
Portrait in a large fur hood lit against a dark backdrop — alternate take from this editorial portrait shoot in London
Portrait lit in deep red through textured glass — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Monochrome portrait framed in a doorway — further frame from the same editorial portrait shoot at STU 22
Close monochrome portrait lit from one side — alternate take from this editorial portrait shoot in London
Portrait in a large fur hood lit against a dark backdrop — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio

Press Kit Photos, London

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8 photographs · press kit photos London · Photography by Pass The Lens

A complete press kit from one sitting, with wide, mid and close frames in a single consistent look. Press kit photos in London for artists, founders and performers.

Artist in a white halter top against a hot pink backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Artist with curly hair lit against a pink backdrop with a halo effect — from a press kit photos at our East London photo studio
Artist in a teal printed top against a warm gold backdrop, press kit photos at STU 22, London E1W
Mirrored double-exposure of the artist against a gold backdrop — further frame from the same press kit photos at STU 22
Artist in a white halter top against a hot pink backdrop — alternate take from this press kit photos in London
Artist with curly hair lit against a pink backdrop with a halo effect — another frame from the session at our Wapping photo studio
Artist in a teal printed top against a warm gold backdrop — further frame from the same press kit photos at STU 22
Mirrored double-exposure of the artist against a gold backdrop — alternate take from this press kit photos in London

Team Headshots, London

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7 photographs · team headshots London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Consistent headshots for a whole team, shot back to back on the same lighting setup. Team headshots in London that match across a website, LinkedIn and a pitch deck.

Team headshot of a man in a checked overshirt, hard-edged shadow across a grey backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Team headshot of a man in a black t-shirt with hands clasped, sculpted shadow behind — from a team headshots at our East London photo studio
Team headshot of a woman in a track top against a grey backdrop with a hard shadow shape, team headshots at STU 22, London E1W
Team headshot of a man in a black t-shirt, grey backdrop with a hard shadow shape
Team headshot of a woman with arms folded in an embroidered shirt against grey
Team headshot of a man in a cap and padded coat with headphones around his neck
Team headshot of a woman in glasses and a track top, hard shadow across the grey backdrop

Maternity Photoshoot, London

6 photographs · maternity photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Soft, quiet maternity portraits in a private studio rather than a park. A maternity photoshoot in London, with the room to yourself for the whole session.

Expectant couple holding hands in white and cream against a pale studio backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Close-up of an expectant couple's joined hands in cream and white — from a maternity photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Expectant couple embracing, her bump framed by his arms on a soft neutral backdrop, maternity photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Expectant couple photographed from behind against a softly textured pale backdrop
Expectant mother seated with a bouquet and a scan photo, warm rust drape behind her
Expectant mother in a lace gown by a window, natural daylight across her shoulder

Valentine's Photoshoot, London

6 photographs · Valentines photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Couples portraits made for February, with warm light, red tones and simple sets. A Valentines photoshoot in London that gives you prints as well as phone wallpapers.

Model in a cupid costume drawing a bow inside a glowing neon heart on a pink backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Model seated on the floor drawing a bow, neon heart glowing behind her — from a Valentines photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Close-up of glitter platform heels against a soft pink studio floor, Valentines photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Low-angle frame of glitter platform heels with the model standing beyond, neon hearts behind
Model in a printed white outfit against a pale blue-white backdrop
Model bending forward in a printed outfit against a pale studio backdrop

Brand Campaign Photoshoot, London

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6 photographs · brand campaign photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Campaign imagery for brands that need hero shots and supporting frames from the same day. A brand campaign photoshoot in London, shot against our cove and colour backdrops.

Masked figure standing beside the STU 22 sign in the studio, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Masked figure with hands behind their head against a white backdrop — from a brand campaign photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Masked figure holding a graphic print-out in front of the camera, brand campaign photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Graphic campaign print-out held up against a pale backdrop
Masked figure standing beside the STU 22 sign in the studio — further frame from the same brand campaign photoshoot at STU 22
Masked figure with hands behind their head against a white backdrop — alternate take from this brand campaign photoshoot in London

Singer Photoshoot, London

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6 photographs · singer photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Portraits for vocalists covering artwork, press and socials in a single session. A singer photoshoot in London, in the same building as our recording rooms.

Singer holding a microphone in a patterned dress against a pale backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Singer seated on a stool with a microphone, pale studio backdrop — from a singer photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Singer in a dark dress against a deep red curtain, singer photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Singer seated at a bulb-lit vanity mirror
Singer holding a microphone in a patterned dress against a pale backdrop — further frame from the same singer photoshoot at STU 22
Singer seated on a stool with a microphone, pale studio backdrop — alternate take from this singer photoshoot in London

Colour Backdrop Portrait Shoot, London

5 photographs · studio portrait photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Bold single-colour backdrops that make a portrait carry on a feed. A studio portrait photoshoot in London, with paper and vinyl backdrops kept on site.

Portrait in a knitted hood and white top against a yellow backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Portrait laughing in a knitted hood against a warm yellow backdrop — from a studio portrait photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Portrait with hands raised in a knitted hood on yellow, studio portrait photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Portrait in a knitted hood and white top against a yellow backdrop — further frame from the same studio portrait photoshoot at STU 22
Portrait laughing in a knitted hood against a warm yellow backdrop — alternate take from this studio portrait photoshoot in London

Creative Concept Photoshoot, London

5 photographs · creative photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Concept-led shoots where the set matters as much as the subject. A creative photoshoot in London with the space to build, light and shoot in one day.

Artist standing beneath hanging chain and rope, lit in deep pink, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Artist framed by hanging rope against a pink wash — from a creative photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Artist lit against a starfield backdrop in the blackout studio, creative photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Artist standing beneath hanging chain and rope, lit in deep pink — further frame from the same creative photoshoot at STU 22
Artist framed by hanging rope against a pink wash — alternate take from this creative photoshoot in London

DJ Press Shots, London

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4 photographs · DJ press shots London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Frames for DJs that work on a flyer, a festival poster and a booking page. DJ press shots in London, shot at STU 22 in Wapping.

DJ holding a controller up in front of her face against a coral pink backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
DJ seated on a red stool with her controller balanced beside her on a coral backdrop — from a DJ press shots at our East London photo studio
DJ seated with one knee raised, controller propped against a red stool, DJ press shots at STU 22, London E1W
DJ holding her controller across her chest against a pale lilac backdrop

Band Photoshoot, London

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4 photographs · band photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Group frames that keep every member lit and in focus. A band photoshoot in London with room for the full lineup and their gear.

Group portrait of four in neutral tones against a pale backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Portrait of a man in a padded jacket against a deep red backdrop — from a band photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Group portrait lit against a red backdrop in dark clothing, band photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Group portrait of four in neutral tones against a pale backdrop — further frame from the same band photoshoot at STU 22

Creative Portrait Photoshoot, London

4 photographs · portrait photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Portraits with a point of view, using props, colour and styling rather than a plain background. A portrait photoshoot in London for people who want something with character.

Artist with blue hair seated among silver star balloons on a blue backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Artist with blue hair in a corseted top against a dark backdrop — from a portrait photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Artist lit low against a black backdrop in a textured jacket, portrait photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Artist with blue hair seated among silver star balloons on a blue backdrop — further frame from the same portrait photoshoot at STU 22

Cultural Celebration Photoshoot, London

4 photographs · cultural photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Celebration portraits shot with the care usually saved for editorial work. A cultural photoshoot in London, in a private studio and without the rush.

Couple in traditional Tibetan dress in front of hung prayer flags, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Couple standing together in brocade robes against a prayer flag backdrop — from a cultural photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Couple facing each other in traditional dress, prayer flags behind, cultural photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Couple in traditional Tibetan dress in front of hung prayer flags — further frame from the same cultural photoshoot at STU 22

Dance and Movement Photoshoot, London

4 photographs · dance photography studio London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Movement frozen under strobe, from jumps and spins to trailing fabric. Our dance photography studio in London has the ceiling height and floor space to shoot full body.

Dancer wrapped in flowing nude fabric against a warm beige backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Dancer mid-movement, long red braids caught in motion — from a dance photography studio at our East London photo studio
Dancer arching backwards, braids sweeping across the frame, dance photography studio at STU 22, London E1W
Motion study of flowing fabric and hair against beige

Sportswear Brand Shoot, London

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4 photographs · sportswear photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Performance and activewear shot for product pages and paid social. A sportswear photoshoot in London with clean light and consistent framing across a whole range.

Athlete standing with arms folded in sportswear against a dark backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Athlete lit against a projected graphic on a dark backdrop — from a sportswear photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Athlete half-lit in profile against a black backdrop, sportswear photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W
Silhouetted athlete against a bright white backdrop

Fashion Photoshoot, Infinity Cove, London

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3 photographs · fashion photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Fashion shot against the infinity cove so the background falls away completely. A fashion photoshoot in London with a seamless white wall and full studio lighting.

Model seated on the floor of the white infinity cove in a satin co-ord, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Model standing beside a stool in wide-leg denim against the white cove — from a fashion photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Model leaning on a stool in denim and a dark vest against the white cove, fashion photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W

Pastel Studio Photoshoot, London

3 photographs · studio photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Soft pastel sets for a lighter, calmer look. A studio photoshoot in London with backdrops, lighting and stands all included in the studio hire.

Artist in a pale blue trimmed outfit against a soft pastel gradient, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Full-length frame of the artist in pale blue on a pastel backdrop — from a studio photoshoot at our East London photo studio
Triple-exposure composite of the artist repeated across a pastel backdrop, studio photoshoot at STU 22, London E1W

Artist Portrait Photoshoot, London

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2 photographs · artist photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

One strong portrait that can carry a release or a feature on its own. An artist photoshoot in London, shot and delivered inside a half day.

Artist leaning forward in a pale blue outfit against a pastel backdrop, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Artist in a white corset top against a soft lilac backdrop — from an artist photoshoot at our East London photo studio

Menswear Lookbook Shoot, London

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2 photographs · lookbook photoshoot London · Photography by Pass The Lens

Full-length looks shot consistently so a whole range sits together on one page. A lookbook photoshoot in London for menswear labels and stylists.

Model in a blue track jacket against the white infinity cove, shot at STU 22 photography studio in Wapping, East London
Model walking towards camera in a white tee against the white cove — from a lookbook photoshoot at our East London photo studio

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