Looking for the perfect space to bring your vision to life?
EMRE Collective Studio was built with heart, soul, and creativity at its core — a space where photographers, content creators, and dreamers alike can feel inspired, supported, and totally at home. With stunning natural light, spacious setups, and thoughtfully designed studio rooms, EMRE isn’t just a place to shoot — it’s a place to
create freely, grow your brand, and connect with your dream clients. Whether you're building your portfolio, capturing a milestone, or crafting content that converts, we’ve made this space for
you.
Crafting extraordinary events tailored to your unique vision.
A Creative Space Designed to Inspire and Elevate
At EMRE Collective Studio , we’re more than just a rental space — we’re a creative hub built by creators, for creators. Located just 40 minutes south of Downtown St. Louis, our studio was designed to help photographers, content creators, and entrepreneurs feel inspired, supported, and ready to create for their dream clients.
With abundant natural light, versatile setups, and spacious layouts, EMRE offers the perfect backdrop for everything from branding and lifestyle shoots to family sessions, content creation, and beyond.
Why Creators Love EMRE:
Stunning natural light that brings your vision to lifeMultiple styled areas, including The Lifestyle Studio and The White StudioWide open floor plan with room to move, shoot, and create freely. A peaceful, scenic location just a short drive from the cityEasy availability with flexible booking options
We’re here to fuel your creativity and give you the space you need to grow your brand, your portfolio, and your confidence — all in one beautiful, welcoming place.
Book today and bring your vision to life.
The White Studio
Clean. Crisp. Versatile.
The White Studio is a bright, minimalist space designed to put your subject in the spotlight. With clean lines, natural light, and a seamless white backdrop, it’s the perfect setting for headshots, branding sessions, family portraits , product shoots, and more.
Whether you’re creating bold personal content or professional promotional imagery, The White Studio gives you that crisp, editorial look that never goes out of style.
Ideal For:
Modern headshots and team photos. Clean, professional branding sessions. Timeless family portraitsProduct and e-commerce shootsInfluencer and social media content
Coming Soon:
Interchangeable backdrops for even more variety and creative freedom — swap in different colors or textures to match your mood, brand, or project needs.
Designed for Content That Feels Like Home
Step into: The Lifestyle Studio at EMRE Collective Studio — a thoughtfully designed space that blends comfort and creativity. With a beautifully styled kitchen, living room, and home office setup, it’s perfect for capturing authentic, lived-in moments that connect with your audience.
Whether you're shooting brand campaigns, real estate content, social media promotions, or UGC-style videos, this studio gives you the freedom to create lifestyle visuals that feel real and relatable.
Features Include:
Bright, modern kitchen setup ideal for cooking demos, product placement, or lifestyle shootsCozy living room space with soft seating and natural light, perfect for interviews, podcasts, or family-style scenesClean, functional home office setup for business content, virtual work themes, or productivity reelsMoveable decor and props to customize your lookNeutral tones and soft finishes that elevate your visuals
Whether you're a creator, marketer, or agency, The Lifestyle Studio is your go-to backdrop for high-quality, on-brand content.
It's Worth It!
We’re conveniently located 40 minutes south of Downtown St. Louis and just 30 minutes south of the 270/55 interchange. Whether you’re coming from the city or the suburbs, the route is all highway and takes you through gorgeous rolling hills and open landscapes — the perfect prelude to your creative session.
Why EMRE Collective Studio?
Spacious, fully-equipped studio for photography, video, and creative work.
Competitive, accommodating pricing for professionals and hobbyists alike.
Peaceful, private setting that allows you to focus and create without distractions.
Ample parking and easy load-in access
Studio Information
2,200 sq ft.
Check availability HERE: Follow the steps on the calendar to book. You will need to create an account (or sign in) before finalizing your booking. Payment and signed contract are required to secure a rental.
No, if you are not a photographer renting the studio, you will need to bring your own photographer.
No, we do find that natural lighting is PERFECT at EMRE even on cloudy days too!
We will be adding rental light equipment if you need it.
Do you have backdrops?
Yes! We will be having these for usage during your session.
Morning into mid afternoon.
The possibilities are endless!
Here is some inspiration!
- Workshops
-Private Events Gatherings Photoshoots
-Parties Club Meetings
-Pop-ups
- Online Boutiques
Podcast Recordings
-Content Creation
-Classes and Seminars
-Networking Events
-Product Launches
-Yoga Classes
-Marketplace Events
- Book Launches and Readings
-Therapy and Counseling Sessions
-Health and Wellness Retreats
-Holiday Celebrations
-Photoshoots Collaborative Workspaces
- Anything else you can dream up
As much as I LOVE pets, unfortunately they are not allowed.
The lifestyle studio is fully furnished and some can be moved around, we recommend keeping furniture in its place due to ruining the floors or damaging the furniture.
We recommend no more than 50 people in this space.
Yes! The black mirror, and stools are provided. Please refrain from moving the dressing room and lifestyle furniture.
YES!
Flexible Usage- Use a maximum of 15 hours/month and 6 hours/day -Memberships will never exceed 24 active members, ensuring plenty of hours to go around. (Yes, we did the math!) ;) -First come, first serve access to the studio calendar + member promo to easily book online!
Yes! ! This is a creative space for all!
Hi! We're Emily Penuelas and Marie White — two cousins, creative soulmates, and the duo behind EMRE Collective Studio.
Our photography journey(s) began in 2019, when we collaborated on Marie’s wedding in beautiful Hawaii. It was our very first project together… and the moment we realized that creating side-by-side was something truly special. From that day on — well, the rest is history!
Since then, we’ve photographed everything from weddings to families, built our own brands, and been each other’s biggest cheerleaders through every high and low. Even though we live in different states, not a day goes by without hour-long calls, sharing ideas, laughing, dreaming, and supporting each other through it all.
Out of that love, sisterhood, and shared creative vision, EMRE Collective Studio
was born — a space Marie built in honor of our bond, and a space we now share with
you.
We’re here to cheer you on, support your dreams, and provide a beautiful, welcoming space where creativity flows freely — because we believe in women supporting women, and in helping all creatives bring their visions to life.
Welcome to EMRE Collective Studio — we're so glad you're here.
From Branding Boss Babe Sessions to capturing your family memories/milestones or for coming in to capture your holidays cards, and events; EMRE Co Studio is the perfect collective studio in Hillsboro, Missouri.
Hourly Rates:
1 Hour Duration: $80
2 Hour Duration: $130
3 Hour Duration: $180
4 Hour Duration: $230
Or... Monthly Membership: $100/Month
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