Host your photography and videography sessions, client meetings, business and networking events, pop-up vendor markets, workshops, classes and small parties in a beautiful 900 square foot space in the historic downtown Oakland, Oregon! We are situated on the “main drag”, directly in front of the city park and playground, and just a block or two from delicious food and drink, antique shopping and historic stops, store fronts and alleys for additional photography opportunities! We offer hourly rentals and monthly memberships, along with occasional public vendor markets during events.
About the Space
📸 Immerse yourself in 900 sq. ft. of historic charm, tall ceilings and natural light at Cultivate Creative Space. Our space, nestled on the ground floor and stocked with plenty of backdrops and props, is not just a studio; it’s a canvas prepped for you! The first of its kind in Douglas County, Oregon.
🎨 Why wait for the perfect moment when you can create it? Cultivate Creative Space, adorned with original brick walls and a touch of modern elegance, is crafted for photographers, artists, yoga/dance/exercise instructors, crafters, market vendors and entrepreneurs to bring their visions to life.
🌈 Be part of a community that fosters creativity, growth and collaboration at Cultivate Creative Space. We’re not just offering a studio; we’re building a space where local creative minds and businesses can flourish!
Inventory & Features
Building Features:
- 900 square foot space
- Front windows and entrance wall is 16’ across and NW facing
- Tall, narrow side windows near the gas fireplace are NE facing
- Original brick walls with white/cream accent walls
- Gas fireplace with remote control for heat
- Antique ceiling light pendants
- Neutral light wood toned LVP floors
- Double antique front doors
- Ground floor
- Single occupancy bathroom with attached changing space
- Free street parking out front
- City park and playground located directly behind the space
- Close proximity to delicious food and drink, antique shopping and historic stops, storefronts and alleys for additional photography opportunities
Props Available:
- Light grey woven loveseat
- Dark green velvet loveseat
- Ornate peacock chair with cream velvet pillow cushion
- Wicker barrel chair
- Black modern stool
- Natural wood stool
- White plastic MCM chair
- 2 matching vintage cane chairs
- Rustic wood chair
- Rustic wood chair (infant/child size)
- A collection of antique wood, wicker and metal props for infants and small children
- Small variety of baby prop toys and cake stands
- Tall, rolling wood table/desk in a walnut stain
- Modern white metal desk/table
- Large, real rubber tree on rolling plant caddy
- 3 white posing blocks in sizes: 14”w x 14”l x 14”h, 14”w x 14”l x 30”h and 20”w x 20”l x 20”h
- Small variety of holiday and faux floral garlands and accessories
- Vintage wicker standing bassinet
- Blankets & newborn beanbag posing fabrics
- Newborn and baby wraps and swaddle fabrics
- Newborn outfits, hats and headbands
- Baby outfits, shoes, hats and headbands
- Toddler outfits
- Mama outfits (some are maternity friendly)
- More to come as we grow!
Equipment/Misc. Available:
- 107” Savage seamless backdrop paper rolls on a B&H Varipole backdrop system, in the colors of super white, pecan and thunder grey
- Rolling backdrop wall with two handles on each side for moving ease and a pole on top to display décor or hang light fabrics from- one side of the rolling wall is painted matte white and the other is painted matte black
- 2 large white diffusion panels to add behind sheer curtains for added privacy or diffusion
- Newborn/infant posing bean bag
- 2 4’x7’ white foam panels joined together to use as a free-standing reflector or to block light as desired
- 4’x7’ white board panel for cake smash flooring
- Plexi glass sheet for cake smash flooring
- Snuggle Me Organic infant lounger/poser
- Clamps
- Fabric steamer
- Bluetooth speaker
- Small tool kit (including fishing line and scissors to hang décor from rolling wall pole and handles)
- Cleaning supplies
- Baby changing pad and wipes to utilize when needed
- Trash bags to haul out any garbage brought in
- Ladder
- Step Stool
Book the Space
DISCLAIMER: By renting the space, you acknowledge that the rental does not include a photographer or staff attendant on-site. Please book a photographer in addition to your studio rental, if needed. See the “Meet our Members” section to connect with one!
To book the space, click the button and select your desired time slot INCLUDING setup and cleanup time. Anyone renting the space to host their newborn photography sessions or small events are required to book a minimum of 2 hours, but ideally 3 hours due to the nature of those events and the setup/cleanup involved. If you are NOT a photographer but desire a photographer for your space rental, you need to either book separately with Alysha Sanford Photography, or with another photographer of your choice.
Memberships allow you to book more often and with ease! They also include a nice discount on the existing hourly rate and special membership perks. These are a 6 month minimum commitment, with auto payments set up each month. Click the button for more info!
Want to join us for a vendor market? Click the button to see the current schedule and reserve your spot for a great rate!
Meet our Members
| Alysha Sanford Photography |
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| Meet the Cultivate Creative Space founder! Alysha of Alysha Sanford Photography specializes in maternity, newborns, babies and growing families. She also photographs pets, children, seniors, small business branding and headshots, boudoir and more! Contact her today to inquire about a photography session! |
| Connect with Alysha Sanford Photography here! |
Contact
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- hello@cultivatecreativespace.com
- instagram.com/cultivatecreativespace
- facebook.com/cultivatecreativespace
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