Longtime Collaborators Ataboy and Ogami Team Up to Open XR Studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn Following a banner year continuing their growth trajectory, design-led content creation studio Ataboy is celebrating a new dimension to its capabilities with the launch of a state-of-the-art XR Studio in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, in collaboration with Ogami Studios.
Ataboy entered this joint venture with a longtime trusted partner to develop a ‘creative lab’ armed with the latest and greatest equipment with the goal to bolster Ataboy’s presence as a leader in the food and tabletop photography space. Further expanding their storytelling capabilities, this collaborative environment will open the door for existing Ataboy directors and clients.
Key Studio Features:
Architectural Marvel: Spanning two floors and boasting a rooftop offering breathtaking views of NYC, Long Island City, and downtown Brooklyn, the in-house designed studio follows a modern style with birch wood, and black and white accents to accentuate a beautiful, minimalist Japanese-inspired feel.
Cutting-Edge Technology: Equipped with the latest XR technology, including motion capture systems, VR and AR headsets, lighting and grip equipment: Arri Skypanels, Titan Tubes, Combi stands, C-stands, and a towering LED wall, the studio provides artists with the tools they need to unleash their creativity.
Spacious Shooting Areas: With over 4,500 square feet of shooting space, including a 24-foot cycle wall, a kitchen studio for tabletop and food photography, and a dedicated client atrium, the studio offers ample room for artistic expression.
Collaborative Environment: The XR Studio serves as a vibrant hub of collaboration, fostering connections between artist, clients, and industry professionals to inspire new ideas and push the boundaries of storytelling.
Ataboy director Andrew Gooi shares,
“Finding a studio space as brilliantly designed as the Ogami Stage is like discovering a hidden gem in the world offilm production. This isn’t just any space—it’s a haven where the comfort of clients and crew is paramount. As a food director, I’m thrilled by the bright, spacious, and airy kitchen the food styling team gets to work in. This setup is a game-changer! After years of shooting in cramped, dark, and awkward studios, the value of an exceptional onset experience has never been clearer to me. The Ogami Stage is a breath of fresh air, and I know it will strike a chord with anyone who’s endured the long hours on less-than-ideal sets. It’s time for a change, and this is it!”
The new studio will allow Ataboy, as well as its clients, to create realistic and fully immersive experiences across the marketing, advertising, and entertainment industries that include: Victoria Beckham Beauty, SoundRaw AI, and FeyFey Worldwide. Over its 12 years of
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