About Us

You should receive compliments for choosing the right space!

A Space where families, artists, and creatives gather, create, and share.

Willis Aybar has photographed hundreds of events in hundreds of locations in Baltimore and across the country over the past few years, he’s been in all the spaces from the most luxurious to the most budget-friendly.

Taking all of that experience plus constantly renting studios for photoshoots is how Studio 87 was born. He wanted a space where I can not only work and create but share and collaborate, and since then, the idea has evolved beyond that!

Since opening, we have helped local families, artists, non-profits, and small businesses, and continue to champion the term “Do What you Love ❤️”.

Studio 87 clean and bright space in Baltimore

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What People Are Saying

“Amazing space and amazing hospitality. Willis had everything set up for us, showed us how to use his fancy (lol) audio and video equipment, and even helped when I had problems with setting up my backdrop. Tables and chairs are included and all pricing was upfront, with no hidden charges. The kitchen area and two bathrooms were nice to have on-site as well. The photography package was easy to include and Andy was an excellent photographer to have. I will recommend this space over and over again.”

— Sheyna, Baby Shower

“Willis was amazing with myself and the children during our recent photo shoot. He captured some very beautiful moments of me in my grad attire, and of my boys in their formal wear. The green backdrop was an excellent selection for our less formal shots and he was able to capture some very candid shots of the 3 of us together. I’m beyond satisfied with my edited photos and will be a forever client. Customer service on 1000%!!!!”

— Shaquawn, Photoshoot

“Studio 87 is the best creative space to reach Dundalk in decades. I booked the space for my solo exhibition and truly had a five-star experience from day one. The owner Willis was incredibly hands-on and even paired a photography package with my event. I was able to book a bartending service to tend & fill the bar, loop a "behind the scenes" video on the TV behind the bar, play my own playlist on the tablet speaker set up and utilize cocktail tables & covers that Studio 87 has available for bookings. Studio 87 is a clean slate to build any event or creative venture and has the best personnel on hand. I can't wait to see what this space does for other creatives!”

— Samantha, Art Gallery

What you talkin’ about Willis?

Creativity, Perserverance and Care.

I’m talking about winning. I’m talking about hard work and dedication. I’m talking about bringing people together, building teams, expanding horizons, and helping my community grow.

I’m talking about business, partnerships, breaking family curses, changing family trees, and doing good with our gifts. I’m talking about everything that moves us forward and nothing that doesn’t.

Hi, my name is Willis Aybar and I’m the oldest of 4 boys, born in the Dominican Republic, raised in Brooklyn, NY, and moved to Baltimore in late 2008. I’m a loving father, photographer, creator, and serial entrepreneur. I love creating, providing a 5-star experience, and helping as many people as I can.

I’ve been creating for as long as I can remember. It’s the only thing that came naturally to me.

For the last 10 years, I’ve been photographing, filming, and documenting my life and the lives of hundreds of clients and their families.

From their most special dates like weddings and birthdays to all types of events from corporate conferences to baby showers.

This has led me to travel and visit so many spaces all over the country and especially the DMV.

Studio 87 is a culmination of all my artistic pursuits, the good from all of the spaces and studios I’ve visited, packaged in an intimate space located in Dundalk, MD.

The ‘87 is simply the year I was born, in turn, I’m combining all my years of experience in the creative field and bringing a studio to life that is diverse, equitable, and inclusive. It allows variety, a place to teach what I know, affordable studio rental, and more!

We have now had thousands of people visit Studio 87 and have a perfect 5-star rating cementing the quality of our services and the care for our people and their families. All of our clients have helped us further inspire others to do what they love.

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