Hosted my client's album release party at the Forge earlier this year and it was the perfect venue for our event. We rented out the full space utilizing the driveway for the bar and food truck and two downstairs interior rooms for the full band performance, Photo Booth, and activations. The manager Joel was super helpful across both the planning process and on-site during the event. Ample street parking. Will definitely book again! read more

I have always had a pleasant experience shooting jobs here for my clients. Both studios have plenty of room for most shoots. Customer service is excellent and they make the whole process easy. Definitely My go to when shooting anything in studio! read more

Huge space, plenty of equipment, and avoids the mess of being downtown where typical photo/video studios are. Run by like-minded young creatives as well, so the vibe is overall more comfortable. Honestly the location alone would make me choose this studio over others, but the owners, cleanliness, and equipment definitely make it worthwhile. read more

Hosted an event at the Forge with over 150 people in attendance. Bands, DJs, dancing, skateboarding, dodgeball. It's a perfect space for practically anything. Very professional, accommodating, and affordable. I'll be back! Highly recommend. read more

This is one of my favorite studios in all of LA. It's spacious enough for most of my ideas. The neighborhood is calm and there's plenty of parking between the driveway or the street. Having the ability to pull up and unload straight into the studio shouldn't be understated. I love that in studio east there's a top mezzanine perfect for staging lighting up and out of the way. I've shot in both studios, unique experiences of their own - but I prefer the studio east in terms of having that separated vanity room for HMU / dressing room or maybe just that there's more room in general. Yep, top notch studio environment. read more

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One of my favorite studios in LA. Great space, location, and customer service is great. Good vibes all around and they make the whole process easy. Love The Forge all around! read more

I have so many good things to say about this space. I came here with my studio members to film his music video. I was immediately awed by the space. It was basically a warehouse with huge white backdrop, tall ceiling! It was very spacious. While he was shooting, we had some photoshoots in the area. I thought the whole area was very artistic and modern. It is a great spot to rent out to shoot. I highly recommend this place. read more

My fiancé and I were lucky enough to celebrate our engagement with friends and family here last week. Not only is it BEAUTIFUL here, but you have so many options as to where you can have a gathering (or have a photo shoot!) It was getting incredibly frustrating trying to find a venue that would allow more than 15 people to attend a party and wouldn't charge us an arm and a leg! Luckily we changed venues to The Forge last minute, and I couldn't be happier we did! It was everything I had envisioned and working with Collins and Garret made it that much better! If you are looking for a beautiful backdrop to shoot some photos or have a gathering, I can't suggest this place more! Thank you Collins and Garret for the amazing experience! read more

Best spot for anything photography related in the area. The staff were all great people to work with. Especially Dan and Collins. They helped make sure everything went smoothly and professionally. I first came here to do a photoshoot and have been coming back ever since. For those of you who need a creative space for photos or video, please do yourselves a favor and check this place out. You will not regret it. read more

Came for a friend's birthday and was blown away. The photos do not do the venue justice. Upon entering the walkway, I was greeted by a stunning ceiling of lights framed by trees and the early evening sky. Definitely the picturesque bar I wish I had on my street for a nightcap (if it were my neighborhood bar, I'd be a regular). The venue is certainly fitting for editorial shoots as well as the intimate gatherings of friends. Spacious and accommodating enough for large parties, I wasn't prevented from flailing my arms in my best dance moves. Forge, you're a gem in LA. read more

Two huge walls...one is flat with the spill to the floor and one is curved with that infinity feel. Everything is kept clean and ready to shoot. Lighting was easily done with the high ceilings and one room has an option to light from the second floor. One of my favorite features about shooting at this location were the garage doors. It made everything easy to unload from the truck and easy to load back. No one likes carrying two large C-stands through a narrow door. Overall, location was not an obstacle for this shoot. Everything was smooth and will definitely be back. read more

I've had the pleasure of visiting and working on creative projects at The Forge over the last several years, and I can't lavish enough praise on this space. First of all, The Forge has two gorgeous studios (for photos, film work, as well as event space) appointed with dressing rooms, beautiful light, and ample room for any use. We recently attended a documentary screening at The Forge. In spite of the space's accessible Cypress Park location near I-5 and the 110, the left studio remained totally quiet and dark for the event, but opened up its corrugated doors before and after, allowing the audience to spill out into its charming little patio area to eat, drink, and talk. In years past, I've danced to soul music late into the night in the right studio, as well as seen full-scale photo productions with complicated sets and large casts in the space too. But beyond what the place offers as a functional production and event space, The Forge constitutes and supports a long-standing, diverse creative community. There's something a bit ineffable about the energy there. To my mind, it represents L.A. itself cast in the most flattering light: motivated, alive, electric, adaptable, multifarious, always new. Use this space. Once you visit or book The Forge, I suspect it won't be the last time. read more

the forge is a fantastic creative space!! an excellent location for all sorts of various photographic filmmaking musical or celebratory events and gatherings. i personally have been involved with several photo and video productions shot at the forge and the space was perfect in every way imaginable. ample space to setup equipment and spread out production. excellent facilities and gear and hospitality from the team at the studio who were extremely professional and very responsive before during and after the shoots. they really make you feel at home and welcome at the forge. i can not recommend this amazing space more highly for any type of photo/video/event that you might have. read more

Exceeded our expectations. The venue is spacious but intimate, the design fun yet sophisticated and unique. Centrally located not far from downtown. Big thanks to Garrett for being incredibly patient with all our questions and just accommodating in general. We really appreciated his kindness and understanding of how important our event was to us. These days it's hard to find a space you like where the people working with you are upfront, trustworthy, willing to be flexible, and genuinely care about the turnout for your sake, not their own. Their sincerity and professionalism meant a lot to us, definitely an unforgettable experience. read more

I spent the day here yesterday, while attending an engagement party for some pals. The Forge is aesthetically pleasing, and not only perfect for production purposes but just as amazing for parties it seems. The space is beautiful inside and out, parking was easy and the owners are incredibly sweet. I DIG this place, can't wait to return. read more

The Forge is always my first choice for a studio in LA. Its big, has giant roll up doors for natural light, large cycloramas and a great atmosphere. The people that run it are great and always very accommodating. I don't shoot anywhere else unless I have to! read more

The Forge, a unique space to create your work while feeling at home. I've seen the transitions over the years and it has been a wonderful experience to be apart of. read more

Not only is this studio space impeccably functional for any artistic production or event, but these guys know customer service! They both go out of their way to make sure that you have everything you need for your production/event. The details in aesthetics and service put The Forge on another level. Highly recommend! read more

I recently rented out the Forge and the experience was great. We used the warehouse style cyc because of the long distance you can get your talent from the backdrop. It really helps eliminate shadows from being casted on the wall. Lighting was easy do to the really high ceilings, I lit the whole thing with 3 lights and some diffusion and the outcome looked great. They have nice speakers for playback audio and plenty of seating and room for video village. And also a very nice vanity for hair and makeup / green room. I will definitely be using this facility again. read more

The Forge is LA's GEM for production. It's away from the core from DTLA and all the madness. There are two large studios with amazing feel and vibe. I've been using The Forge for almost 10 years for photography and film shoots. Collins and Dan are very easy to work with, as they are artists themselves. It's pretty much a studio and event space built by artists for artists. Highly recommended!!! read more

Fave studio in L A. Beautiful space, awesome owners, and lots of great taco trucks close by! Thank you Collins!!! read more

was here a couple of weeks ago for a friend's birthday and ah! i fell in love! not only is a great space to throw a party but also SUCH a beautiful space for photoshoots, parties, baby showers, bridal showers, etc. 100% pinterest worhty, instagram worthy, you name it! i also heard through my friend who booked the venue that Garret was insanely accommodating, patient, and super easy to work with overall! definitely recommend this place!! read more

Heard that this was an awesome place to throw some wild, but controlled parties. But from personal experience i know they have two dope white walls that i used a couple weeks ago for a music video and photoshoot. Doubling up is always good! They had a make up room, audio systems, and plenty of bathrooms. Parking was free, and the neighborhood was not bad. Awesome and considerate staff, i would definitely recommend The Forge to anyone who is looking for a spot to be creative. read more

The brothers that own this building are so nice and welcoming. He greeted us bright and early for our 6:00am call time and helped guide our crew, also was available to help with any questions we might've had throughout our day there. The building itself is really awesome and multi-dimensional with 2 studio spaces with cyc walls, a beautiful outdoor area, as well as 2 lofts upstairs. In total there were 5 bathrooms as well. It was such a unique building with great service and for a great rental price. Tons of parking on the street and in the driveway. Would definitely book!!! read more

We've shot in many high end studios and I have to say this place is awesome. It's clean, has high ceilings, and the roll up doors make the load in a breeze. The guys are great and so accommodating. Can't say enough good things! read more

Hello, so we've been trying to throw a party for our birthday for the longest time now. I came across this place and it seems like a place to throw a great party at. My cousin and I want to throw a party for our birthdays which are next month but weren't able to find any places. So how do we go about throwing a party here. If you can please let us know read more

This place always delivers. Solid service, but more importantly such an incredible space. I've been here for a couple events and have rented the space myself...always a pleasure. Each time I come back here there seems to be more work being done, continuously improving the space. Do yourself a favor and check these guys out. read more

this place has beautiful minimal aesthetics. it's an indoor/outdoor venue with a spacious studio, able to accommodate a good-sized group for events. our hosts were able to have a dj and a snack/alcohol bar with plenty of space left for dancing and pictures. certainly exceeded expectations in its style and ambiance- highly recommended for your next special event! read more