• the-s-p-a-c-e- Studio Cove in Southend

    The Southend Photograpic and Creative Environment

  • the-s-p-a-c-e- Studio Lounge in Southend

    Relaxed Environment for Inspired Creatives

  • the-s-p-a-c-e- Darkroom Services

    Darkroom Services

  • the-s-p-a-c-e- Darkroom

    Darkroom Hire

  • the-s-p-a-c-e- Professional Photographic Services

    Professional Photographic Services

  • the-s-p-a-c-e- Beginners Photography Workshops

    Beginners Photography Workshops

  • the-s-p-a-c-e- Regular Community Events

    Regular Community Events

The Southend Photographic and Creative Environment

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The S.P.A.C.E is a unique and sizeable creative photography studio based in Southend-on-Sea which includes a large infinity cove, a hanging gantry rig, a traditional darkroom with dedicated film scanning equipment, hair + make up stations, a kitchen, shower and changing facilities, additional office space and even our very own bonsai garden!

Our hope is to create a unique and welcoming space, empowering our clients, fellow photographers, local creatives, and free thinkers to bring their visions to life, in an inspiring and inclusive environment.

We regularly host community events and invite other creatives to showcase their work and expertise with others, which we believe helps foster an environment of inspiration, collaboration, and community.

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Hire the Studio

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Hire The S.P.A.C.E for your own shoots, events, and creative endeavours.

You can book directly through our online calendar, or if you’d like to talk through your plans first, just get in touch—we’re always happy to help.

For creatives who need regular access, we also offer monthly subscriptions at half the usual rate, perfect for personal projects and ongoing work.

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Hire the Darkroom

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Our fully equipped analogue darkroom is available for independent hire.
Offering a calm, professional space for black and white developing and printing.

Work at your own pace or book a one-to-one session for guided support and technical confidence.

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Darkroom Services

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We provide in-house black & white film developing and high-quality scanning, handle with care and attention to tonal details.
From single rolls to ongoing projects, your negatives are processed to a high standard and return ready to print or digital use.

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Portraits Services

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Whether you're looking for professional headshots, relaxed family portraits or something more creative, sessions are calm, natural, and unhurried.
We keep the experience straightforward, so you feel comfortable in the S.P.A.C.E. allowing authentic image to unfold.

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Branding Services

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Strong visuals define your brand. We create refined imagery for creatives, makers and businesses. From personal brand portraits to product photography. Our studio has vehicle access and has successfully hosted classic motorbikes and cars, allowing for larger- scale commercial shoots. Clean confident images ready for web social and print.

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Explore our community led offerings

8- Week- Starts 7th May 2026
Breath Work Program
With Natasha Sutton - 7 to 9pm

To Book Contact Natasha

the-s-p-a-c-e-Breath Work Programme

Price: £ 480

If you’ve missed the first Breath Work session, book this one and join us at the-s-p-a-c-e for this powerful transformative breath work programme.
If you are someone who is always on the go and looking for fast results, then this is for you. Improve mental clarity, stress, anxiety, other biomarkers and more.

  • This 8-week program is led by Natasha Sutton from
    Beach House Therapy

    @beachhousetherapylos

    Natasha is the founder of Beach House Therapy and offers Counselling, Hypnotherapy, and Breath work services, catering to individuals, adults, and children, both online and in person. She has a master’s degree in clinical and Community Psychology and have been working in the NHS since 2011. She has years’ experience working within Mental Health services specialising in adolescence and addiction.

She Shoots - The May Edition
With Kerry Green Photography

To Book Contact Kerry

Date: Friday 22nd May 2026- 7 to 10 pm

Price: £ 99

Join us at the-s-p-a-c-e for the May Edition - She Shoots

  • Experience-led concept for women-led businesses, held within The Space studio in Leigh. A creative, dynamic, private studio.
    Ideal for a social experience with 1:1 guided, non-awkward portraits!
    If you hate having your photo taken but need professional business visibility this is for you.
    This is perfect for authentic connections without the sales focused networking.

    Early Bird Tickets £99 includes 3 digital fully edited images from your full online gallery with the option to purchase more. Must book before 30th April. Any bookings after this date will be charged at the standard rate of £119.
    Your images can be used across your social media plus I’ll be showing you tips and tricks of how to get the best from your phone when creating Reels and Stories to your audience and how to reach further - B-Roll baby!
    I’m excited! Are you in..?! BOOK HERE

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