Review: Mount Studio

Mount Studio is one of Singapore’s premier photo and video studios, located at 45 Jalan Pemimpin. Whether you’re a photographer needing a cyclorama wall, a brand seeking a lifestyle videography space, or a family looking for portrait photography, Mount Studio offers flexible, high-quality studio rental and full production services that can elevate any project.

Let’s Start With a Quick Look

Here’s a snapshot of Mount Studio’s essential details:

Category	Details
Service Type	Photography & Videography Studio
Product Highlights	Photo studios, Video studios, Backdrops, Props, Lighting, Editing / Retouching, Production services, Hair & Makeup
Price Range	Studio rental: from S$35–S$58 per hour; surcharges apply for outside hours
Location	45 Jalan Pemimpin, #07-04, Foo Wah Industrial Building, Singapore 577197
Operating Hours	Bookings by appointment; standard studio hours 10 am to 7 pm
Website	mountstudio.com.sg
Contact Info	+65 8875 8092 contact@mountstudio.com.sg

What’s Their Story?

Founded in 2017, Mount Studio has grown into a leading photo-video production hub in Singapore. The company was co-founded by Lyn A., an award-winning fashion photographer, together with LiLi Pan, a seasoned digital marketing and branding professional.

Their combined vision was to create a studio space that is not only technically well-equipped but also artistically inspiring, a place where brands, creatives, families, and businesses can come together to shoot high-quality visuals.

Over the years, Mount Studio has expanded to cover more than 2,400 square feet with three distinct studio rooms, each tailored for different creative needs. Their business model is broad: beyond just renting studio space, they also offer full production services, including conceptualisation, hair and makeup, styling, location scouting, and post-production.

The studio is also committed to supporting the local photography community. Mount Studio runs studio photography courses. For example, their fundamental studio lighting workshop helps photographers master lighting with real gear. This educational facet strengthens their role not just as a commercial space, but as a creative incubator for Singapore’s visual creators.

Why You’ll Love Their Services

1. Versatile Studio Spaces

Mount Studio offers three well-designed spaces, Cyclo, One, and Two, suitable for a wide variety of shoots. For example, their Cyclo studio has a 3.7 m × 3.7 m cyclorama wall and 20 colours of backdrop paper, making it ideal for fashion photography, product shoots, or anything that needs a seamless background.

Studio One, on the other hand, blends a lifestyle set (living-room feel) with a backdrop system, being especially suited for family portraits, headshots, couple or corporate shoots.

Studio Two is cosier and perfect for smaller product shoots, e-commerce fashion, or portrait photography.

2. Fully Equipped for Photography and Videography

Every studio is equipped with professional lighting gear (e.g., Elinchrom lighting), C-stands, backdrops, props, a clothing rack, a makeup / changing area, and other amenities.

For video, their studios come with LED continuous lights and other video-friendly gear. These facilities make it possible to shoot everything from corporate talking-head videos, lifestyle fashion content, to e-commerce and live streaming.

3. Transparent Booking & Flexible Terms

Mount Studio clearly publishes its cancellation policy: cancellations made at least five days in advance incur a 50% charge; cancellations made within five days of the shoot are non-refundable. They also allow rescheduling, though late changes (under five days’ notice) may come with a 25% fee. Additionally, they provide a grace period before and after booking, which is very helpful for pack-up, setup, or small delays.

4. Quality Post-Production and Retouching

Mount Studio does not just provide studio space; they also offer editing and retouching services. Their in-house team of retouchers ensures that final images maintain high quality and meet clients’ standards. This is crucial, especially for professional portraits, e-commerce products, fashion, or any shoot where polish matters.

5. Skilled Crew & Experienced Team

The founders and team bring strong credentials: Lyn A., the co-founder, excels in fashion photography, while LiLi, the other co-founder, has a strong portfolio in corporate and brand shoots. The broader team includes photographers, videographers, producers, and stylists who have worked with well-known brands and clients. Their combined experience means they understand both the creative and technical sides of visual production.

6. Community and Education

Through their studio lighting course, Mount Studio supports photographers who want to grow. The course covers both fundamental and creative lighting techniques and offers hands-on practice in a real studio environment. This shows that they care about knowledge sharing and not just commercial rent.

7. Great for All Kinds of Clients

Whether you are a family wanting timeless portraits, a business needing headshots or corporate video, a brand doing fashion photography, or a content creator building a portfolio, Mount Studio has something for you. Their flexibility and comprehensive services make them a one-stop solution.

8. Member Perks

If you are affiliated with SPGG, there’s a 15% discount for certain portrait services like corporate headshots and family or couple portraits. This brings additional value for members.

What’s at the Studio?

Mount Studio operates from a single location at 45 Jalan Pemimpin, which houses all its studio rooms and production facilities. This centralised setup means that clients don’t need to travel between multiple branches for different services; everything happens under one roof.

That said, because they comfortably run three studios (Cyclo, One, Two) under the same roof, they effectively behave like multiple branches: each studio has its distinct style, capacity, and purpose.

• Photo Studio Cyclo / Video Studio Cyclo – The largest of the studios. With a cyclorama wall and expansive floor space, it suits large-scale shoots, branding campaigns, fashion lines, and corporate video production.

• Studio One – A hybrid lifestyle and clean backdrop space. Its living-room vibe on one side makes it great for lifestyle portraits, family sessions, headshots, and magazine-style photography.

• Studio Two – Compact, efficient, and cost-effective. Ideal for small product photography, lookbooks, fashion, portrait shoots, and more intimate setups.

In addition to physical space, Mount Studio’s “branch” in terms of services includes full production from concept to post-production. Their team is capable of managing a photo session, providing crew, styling, hair and make-up, editing, retouching, and final image delivery.

Our Recommendations

Based on what Mount Studio offers and the experiences of clients, here are some suggestions on how to get the most out of their services:

1. Book in advance
   Because the studios are popular, always check availability early. Their operating hours are 10 am to 7 pm, so for evening or public holiday shoots, reach out and confirm possible surcharges.

2. Choose the right studio for your shoot

   • For fashion, catalogue, or product photography, or when you need a seamless white background, go for the Cyclo studio.

   • For lifestyle, portraits, or family shoots, Studio One offers a more relaxed, homely feel.

   • For smaller projects, like headshots, e-commerce products or fashion lookbooks, Studio Two is compact and efficient.

3. Consider full services
   If you want more than just space, utilise their full production capability. Ask for a package that includes photography/videography, styling, hair and make-up, and post-production. This helps maintain quality and consistency.

4. Take advantage of their lighting course
   Photographers looking to learn or refine their studio lighting skills should sign up for Mount Studio’s studio photography course. It’s practical, hands-on, and run by experienced instructors.

5. Be mindful of props and equipment
   While Mount Studio provides props, backdrops, lighting, clothing racks and more, you can also bring your own if needed. But if you plan to leave personal props, check on storage fees and policies.

6. Understand the cancellation and reschedule policy
   Make sure you understand their terms: cancellations less than 5 days in advance are non-refundable, and rescheduling has fees too.

7. Plan for pack-up time
   Use the 10-minute grace period they give to pack up your set — or ask if you can extend your booking by blocks if needed.

8. Budget for after-hours if needed
   If you want to shoot outside the standard 10 am–7 pm window, there is an extra hourly surcharge. Make sure this fits in your overall budget.

Conclusion

Mount Studio stands out as a top-tier photo and video studio in Singapore. Its professional setup, three versatile studios, and full production capabilities make it a go-to for creatives, businesses, and families alike. Whether you need a cyclorama wall for commercial shoots, a lifestyle set for portraits, or a compact space for product imagery, Mount Studio delivers.

Their transparent cancellation policy, combined with their commitment to quality (through their lighting courses and post-production service), makes working with them a smooth and creative experience. The team’s expertise, from founders to photographers and videographers, gives clients confidence that their vision will be brought to life with precision.

If you want a studio that balances creativity, practicality, and professionalism, Mount Studio is definitely worth considering. With Wi-Fi available, you can view your images on the spot, send files to clients, check moodboards, or update your shot list without interrupting the session. For your next shoot, be it fashion, brand content, family moments, or video, they have the right space, gear, and people to make it happen beautifully.