About Us

Kraken Studios is a partnership between three incredible photographers and visual artists: Val Vacious, Amy Carroll and Gregg Snider. The studio is nearly 1800 square feet with 16+ foot ceilings, so we have ample space for projects ranging from headshots to intimate to big production shoots. We have extensive studio lighting options, set pieces, and gorgeous backdrops to nail virtually any look you envision.

We are an inclusive, welcoming, safe space where you can collaborate and create with fun, knowledgable, experienced photographers.

Studio Sets

We have several set areas, ranging from a Victorian parlor to a gothic-inspired bedroom. We frequently rotate sets and change looks, and can create sets to bring your ideas to life.

Backdrops

We have nearly a dozen different high-quality backdrops, from fantasy to dark/urban to luxurious indoors. We can set up the backdrop that best meets your needs, and fill in with set pieces, furniture and props.

Lighting & Modifiers

Kraken has an extensive selection of pro lighting equipment from Godox

- Accent, gel, and small fill strobes: AD100 Pro, AD200 Pro

- Main / key lighting: AD600 Pro, QS600-II, AD200 Pro, AD300 Pro

- LED constants for video, scene lighting: UL60 Bi-color, UL100 Bi-color

We have an equally extensive selection of modifiers

- Umbrellas: 24", 52", 74"

- Strip boxes: 4' x 2'

- Octoboxes: 24", 58"

- Rectangular: 4'

- Chinese lanterns: 48", 74"

Using Zenfolio