Cairo Photo Studio has opened for business

The latest company in the Cairo Photo Group, Cairo Photo Studio is a professional commercial studio run by Marco Ryan and Ramy Salem, based in Maadi, Cairo. Aimed primarily at the Egyptian fashion and commercial markets, and bringing a fresh, experienced western “eye” to create compelling new images, the studio has a number of unique selling points that help differentiate it:

• Its primary focus is Fashion and Commercial work. But with Marco’s experience as a freelance travel photographer some of the work is undertaken is editorial or on location, particularly for the travel and tourism industries, providing powerful and compelling images that differ from much of what you will see in Egypt today.

• The studio can also be rented for professional shoots or by keen hobbyists (see below). It comes fully equipped, is fully air-conditioned and includes a make-up/changing room, kitchen and free coffee, tea and soft drinks. It  is available for rent by the hour, half-day, day or longer. There is an online booking system, showing availability. Payment is made through Credit Card or PayPal only. A full list of the lighting equipment is available here.

• The Studio works with its sister company, Cairo Photo School, to run a number of introductory and studio lighting courses to allow non-professionals the chance to learn about studio work and to hone their skills. Once Students have undertaken the basic course, they are then free to rent the studio for their own work. Alternatively students can come for a one hour assessment to show their competency. This costs $50 and is paid in cash.