Please make an appointment before stopping by. Rental pick ups and drop offs are by appointment only.
We generally have someone available on staff to answer phones and emails from 10:30am to 5pm Monday through Friday.
We have modified our hours due to the COVID-19 epidemic. Our most current open hours, including holidays, are posted through Google.
If you’re in a jam after hours, send us a text! We may be able to help you with our emergency service.
Having a hard time finding stocking stuffers for the photographer on your holiday shopping list?
Stop sneaking on their Amazon wishlist and give them some FUN gifts they didn’t even know they wanted! Perfect for pros and hobbyists, you can’t go wrong with these gift ideas.
Starting price: $39
Info: https://amzn.to/2CZV3TI
Create a custom camera strap from a company that’s been making amazing guitar straps for years. Get the vitage look with a product made locally in Chicago. They are fully adjustable, made with upcycled seatbelts (as the backing) and stable to boot. Pick your pattern and let creative sparks fly!
Price: $35 and up
Info: http://www.souldier.us/
“Keeping up with industry news” may or may not sound completely riveting. But this magazine is RIDDLED with the latest photographic work AKA inspiring visuals. A monthly magazine to keep your Shutterbug in the know of the latest technology and workshops coming to your area. Available in both digital and print forms, it’s great for the iPad or to cutout images and keep around the studio to fuel creativity.
Price: 12 issues (one year) of Photo District News Digital $45/Print $65
Info: http://www.pdnonline.com/
Price: $39 and up
Our Favorite: Canvas MOACC Bag
Okay, so your favorite Shutterbug isn’t into the whole “looking fashionable with a camera” thing (see #4), but wants a new, reliable camera bag. The Pelican Urban Elite U160 is a waterproof, aluminum-spined, crushproof case with plenty of room for all accessories. Note: does not come in sexy Italian leather.
Price: $219
Buy: www.amazon.com
There ya have it! Leave your shutterbug with a smile on their face and have a very Merry Christmas from all of us at MKE Production Rental. Let us know how your giving goes by tagging us on social!
