From Studio Rent to She Shed Dream

April 30, 2025

From Studio Rent to She Shed Dream

For Erin Gamble, owner of Gamble Photography, her business has always been personal. After nearly 12 years of capturing life’s most meaningful moments, she realized her downtown studio no longer aligned with the lifestyle she wanted for herself or her growing business. That’s when she discovered Stor-Mor Portable Buildings—and everything changed.📸

💭Rethinking the Studio Life

Erin operated her photography studio in town for seven years. While the street visibility helped during her early days in business, she found herself rarely using the large space she was still paying for.

“I had this big space that I was hardly ever using, and I didn't want to be there anymore,” Erin shared.

With a full schedule of evening and weekend shoots, Erin wanted to spend more time at home. That’s when she envisioned a new kind of workspace—one right in her backyard.

🏗️The Stor-Mor Difference

Side Utility building that doubles as a photography studio

Erin’s search for a stylish, customizable building led her to Stor-Mor Portable Buildings.

“I drove by Stor-Mor and saw that they had some really cute options. Other businesses had very plain buildings, but Stor-Mor’s had personality—and I loved that.”

After browsing the Stor-Mor online catalog and visiting a dealership, she found the perfect solution. Erin had her heart set on a building with a dormer window and worked closely with a Stor-Mor team member to design exactly what she needed.

“The saleswoman was wonderful. We talked about sizes, door placement, everything. They even did a few special things to make it perfect for my needs.”

She made her purchase in December and moved into her fully finished backyard studio by March—just in time for spring photo sessions.

💵Big Savings, Total Flexibility

Perhaps the most impactful result? Erin now saves between $1,000 and $1,200 every month by working from home.

“This space is my office, my viewing area, and my studio,” she said. “I have fold-down desks for editing, clients come here to see their galleries, and I can rearrange the space for newborn sessions, headshots, or mini shoots.”

Thanks to Stor-Mor, she transformed a blank canvas into a cozy, creative, and professional space that works exactly how she needs it to.

💬Would She Recommend Stor-Mor?

“Absolutely.”

With a custom-built shed studio right in her backyard, Erin didn’t just save money—she created a lifestyle that fits her family, her business, and her future.