We have hired Alex for our wedding to handle wide array of services. DJ Pushkin was our DJ,…read morePhotographer and Videographer. One thing that struck me the most was his level of integrity and professionalism. What he promised us in the contract is what we received and more. The quality of his work is excellent. His music selection, the quality of the music and the light and laser show was unmatched. The photographers had the skills to capture that perfect picture and the equipment he used for the videography is the same level used in a music video production. I highly recommend Alex DJ Pushkin to anyone who is looking a professional DJ, Videographer and Photographer who will deliver the services promised at a very reasonable price.

We first came across Pushkin Studios when our friend got married. She constantly repeated on how…read moreprofessional and creative Pushkin Studios was. When it was our time to get married, we knew that the only team we were going to choose was Pushkin Studios. We first tried out this Pushkin Studio for our engagement party and the quality of photography as well as music were highly praised by all our guests. When it came to our wedding Alex and his crew delivered 5 stars and more, especially for organization, music, lightening, photography and video. All our friends and family are still raving about what an amazing time they had, and it couldn't been possible without Pushkin Studios!

If you're looking for a space to host an event, this space is perfect. It's just the right amount…read moreof room to do an awesome event. It is equipped to host just about any type of event. I recently chaired a meeting there and all I had to do was bring my laptop. Everything else was there, waiting for me. The artwork on the walls is also a plus. The owners are professional and accommodating within reason. Looking for an event space? Look no further.

A perfect, intimate, modern and classy event space that can transform into literally anything you…read morecan imagine. Holding a forum? This is the place. Having a celebration? Invite your family here. Hosting a game night? Everything you need is at this gallery. Need a photography / video studio? It's all right here. Not only is it the perfect event space but the owners are professional, courteous and extremely helpful. I highly recommend hosting your next event at Barataria Gallery

Went to the opening of Gallery Brooklyn last night. A great addition to Red Hook's new art scene…read more It's a top notch contemporary art gallery on the main drag of Van Brunt. This place serves up fresh art in a beautiful well lit gallery space. The artist in this show were young but had ample show credits. There were four artists represented for the current show. The work by John Elliott is worth a visit to see. Composed of 100 or so different sized paintings arranged in a mathematical array of sorts. The vibe on opening night was a great mix of locals and art lovers from out of the area.

Disappointing experience with The Farm Soho. My concern was not with having policies or…read moreexpectations, it was with the lack of clear, written guidance and how the situation was handled. I contacted Ray and later Samuel Poku regarding a policy issue and requested a copy or reference to the specific written policy being applied. Instead of providing the requested policy language, I was told that a separate detailed policy was not required and that the general rule applied. If a coworking space is going to issue warnings or threaten to terminate a member's access, the standards being enforced should be clearly defined and available in writing. Additionally, when a space advertises 24/7 access, using the amount of time a member spends in the workspace as a point of concern creates confusion unless there are clearly stated limits or guidelines. The back-and-forth communication took significant time away from the purpose of having a workspace. I ultimately decided the membership was not the right fit for my needs and canceled. I would expect a professional coworking space to provide clear policies, transparent communication, and consistent expectations for its members.

Great event space for a small and medium size event space. Hosts are really friendly. Located a…read moreblock from the subway. The elevator is on the small side but they're on the second floor and the stairs are easily accessible.

From the moment we stepped inside Shell's Loft, we knew it was our venue. We had toured countless…read morespaces across NYC, but nothing looked--or felt--like this. It truly is a blank canvas in the best possible way: clean, modern, warm, and full of personality. We were able to create the exact atmosphere that reflects our relationship, and the space elevated every detail. The natural light was incredibly important to us, and the floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides of the venue created the perfect autumn mood. As the sun set, the glow across the room made our ceremony and dinner feel magical. The size was ideal for our 120 guests--comfortable, spacious, and thoughtfully laid out. We were able to host our ceremony, cocktail hour, and disco in one room, and still enjoy a dedicated dining space that felt intimate and elegant. It made the entire evening feel like its own bistro disco experience. What makes Shell's Loft especially special are the additional spaces that become part of your memories. The rooftop was the perfect private spot for our first look and a quiet moment before everything began. The outdoor lounge created a beautiful backdrop for family photos and our ketubah signing. And the bridal suite was a dream--not only for getting ready, but also for hosting our nieces and nephews for Lego playtime during the reception. Every corner of the venue served a purpose and added to the experience. The neighborhood was surprisingly calm and tucked away, which made everything feel private and personal--rare for New York City. And logistically, the venue offered everything we needed without having to bring in excessive rentals or temporary fixes. The Shell's Loft team truly thought of everything. Our wedding day was beyond what we hoped for, and so much of that is because of this venue. If you're looking for a space that doesn't look like every other wedding venue, and one that allows your personal style to shine through, Shell's Loft is perfection. We are so grateful we found it. From the moment we stepped inside Shell's Loft, we knew it was our venue. We had toured countless spaces across NYC, but nothing looked--or felt--like this. It truly is a blank canvas in the best possible way: clean, modern, warm, and full of personality. We were able to create the exact atmosphere that reflects our relationship, and the space elevated every detail. The natural light was incredibly important to us, and the floor-to-ceiling windows on both sides of the venue created the perfect autumn mood. As the sun set, the glow across the room made our ceremony and dinner feel magical. The size was ideal for our 120 guests--comfortable, spacious, and thoughtfully laid out. We were able to host our ceremony, cocktail hour, and disco in one room, and still enjoy a dedicated dining space that felt intimate and elegant. It made the entire evening feel like its own bistro disco experience. What makes Shell's Loft especially special are the additional spaces that become part of your memories. The rooftop was the perfect private spot for our first look and a quiet moment before everything began. The outdoor lounge created a beautiful backdrop for family photos and our ketubah signing. And the bridal suite was a dream--not only for getting ready, but also for hosting our nieces and nephews for Lego playtime during the reception. Every corner of the venue served a purpose and added to the experience. The neighborhood was surprisingly calm and tucked away, which made everything feel private and personal--rare for New York City. And logistically, the venue offered everything we needed without having to bring in excessive rentals or temporary fixes. The Shell's Loft team truly thought of everything. Our wedding day was beyond what we hoped for, and so much of that is because of this venue. If you're looking for a space that doesn't look like every other wedding venue, and one that allows your personal style to shine through, Shell's Loft is perfection. We are so grateful we found it.

Love this business! I have been to this space a few times, it is beautiful. The staff was also on…read morepoint.

I am giving this place a review because I had my wedding and reception here in 2008…read more I do not know much about what ethical culture is...but my point of view for this review is about the estate, the grounds, and how it worked as the host for a wedding venue. The mansion was built by the Bon Ami cleanser inventor as a gift to his daughter. Dating from 1900, it is an example of neo-Jacobean style. The building faces Prospect Park West and has a large garden. The transom windows are by Louis Comfort Tiffany. There is a library, large interior meeting room with gorgeous beams, and a glass solarium. The yard has a paved patio where the chairs and tables for a wedding reception fit perfectly. There is a side yard where we had the ceremony. We had a live acoustic band and dancing outside. You can put a tent above the dining / patio area in case of rain or too much sun. I consider this place one of the most affordable wedding venues in NYC. The place fits around 110 or less with the patio used for dining and the interior for DJ or loud band. The combination of music played by my friends and dancing outside surrounded by blooming flowers and the lovely space was intoxicating. It made the day very special for my love and for me. Do It Yourself wedding types will enjoy planning a wedding here, it is not a wedding factory...just a beautiful house of worship. The space is inspiring, vintage, retro feeling...kind of like a beautiful old grand dame rising from a nap on her chaise lounge. I had the most memorable day of my life here and will always have a place in my heart for this building and the nice people who keep her in beautiful condition.

We had a memorial service at BSEC. We had professional and amateur musicians playing at the event…read more We had a professional quality slide show to present. The venue was lovely and, in the end, everything worked out almost perfectly. This review should be five stars and if it were not for Jason's attitude, it would be. Jason is the operations manager at the venue. He has a holier than thou attitude, seems to have disdain for those who want the event to go smoothly and has this smirk on his face when you ask for something making you feel like an idiot for wanting everything to go smoothly. Everyone who came into contact with Jason felt an immediate dislike toward him. Jason did almost everything that was requested of him and he has some technical competence. However, he clearly has disdain for the common person, gives the impression that he really doesn't give a rip about your event and makes you grovel to get what you need all the while making it clear that a gratuity is expected. He told us where the projector and screen had to be and we could not move it toward the middle. With a little extra work he could have moved them both. In fact, that was the one thing that was not perfect about the event. The slideshow was not seen as well as it could have been because Jason was not willing to put in the extra effort to make it better despite our requests. I walked in the day of the event with my nephew's bassoon. He is a professional symphony musician I said where can I put this to keep it out of the way and so no one will take it. He said, "no one will take your bassoon". Instead of, "how about you place it here and it should be fine," I had to raise my voice and say "this is a $10,000 instrument and I'm not taking a chance. I know you don't care about our event, but I do." The problem is I was afraid to get too assertive with Jason because he may stop helping altogether. Look up passive aggressive in the dictionary and you will see Jason's picture. The day before the event, as we were setting up some electronics, my brother had a question/concern. Jason actually started singing "que sera sera - whatever will be, will be." If there were no complaints about Jason, that would be one thing. However, there are many complaints about Jason over the years. BSEC knows about his behavior and continues to employ him so obviously they don't care or it has not hurt their business because people like us go ahead with the venue anyway. It was so convenient ,,,,,,, This is a lovely venue. However, it comes down to the fact that Jason is really kind of a jerk and he adds to the tension of an already stress filled time. If Jason will be your on site contact and you can find a different venue, I would suggest going elsewhere.

Studios are mediocre, usually not fully build out grids and soundproofing varies a ton. Rental…read moreprices for equipment are INSANELY high. Like with full discount you're getting toward any rentals house's list price, which would normally get further discount. The spaces must be dirt cheap because the equipment prices and all the little hidden fees and charges are prohibitively expensive.

My favorite studio in NY !!! The crew is amazing and have 11 studios to choose from. I 100%…read morerecommend

This is one of the more affordable studios in Brooklyn. It's a few blocks from the nearest station…read more So it's convenient. I rented the Daylight Studio. So my review is going to be on that. The door is hard to see, you have to pay attention to see the number. Once you get to the door, you ring the doorbell and Sterling will come down to get you. I booked this studio in the summer, and it was hot! I don't mean my photoshoot, the studio was burning up. It has a small air conditioning unit in the corner. They also have huge, bright windows with no curtains. It's good for lighting, not good for the temperature inside. The small AC unit does not do its job, obviously. Between looks, my models had to go near it and cool off. It's not a fun shoot if everyone is sweating. The windows, that I mentioned earlier, is big. It's also South Facing so you won't get much of the harsh sunlight except at certain times of the day. At the time I rented the studio, they didn't have black curtains. So if you wanted to kill some natural light, it would've been difficult. But their website said they have blackout curtains. So maybe you have to ask for them? At the back of the studio, they have some plants. I thought that was a nice touch. It can be used as an extra set. They have a nice Profoto with a big octobox on a huge stand that you can rent. You can rent additional strobes or other modifiers. You can also rent paper. I rented a white seamless paper, and they seem to just get a new roll for you. Despite the heat, their studio is pretty nice. It's 1000 sq feet, has a MUA table, a plain white wall, a wardrobe rack, V Flats, grip equipment, and even a computer you can play music on. Their bathroom was outside the studio and was a scary looking. Oh well. You can't have it all. Sterling was helpful and helped set up everything. I think for the price, it's a decent studio to rent. Be ready to brave the elements though. I wonder if they have a heater during the winter or would it be super-cold?

I used to love this place but there are many better studios in Brooklyn, just search online!…read more Their deposit policy is ridicules, I contacted multiple studios and non of them ask for a deposit, and then would not refund you when you cancel your booking.