MEET THE FOUNDERS
About The Studio Next Door – A Family-Built Creative Space in Jacksonville, FL
The Studio Next Door was founded by a passionate mother-daughter duo in Jacksonville, FL with a long-standing love for creativity, content creation, and event planning. What started as a shared dream quickly grew into a full-blown passion project—a space designed to bring families, photographers, and creators together under one roof.
As their vision came to life, they realized the studio wasn’t just about photos or parties—it was about building community and offering a welcoming, all-inclusive environment where others could do the same. Today, The Studio Next Door proudly serves as a family-friendly event space and photography studio in Jacksonville, thoughtfully designed to inspire, create, and connect.
Meet, Jaiden!
Meet Jaiden – Co-Founder of The Studio Next Door, Jacksonville FL
Jaiden is a new mom, lifelong creative, and social media expert with a background in fashion and digital content. As the co-founder of The Studio Next Door, her mission is clear:
"To create a family-friendly space where parents can have the flexibility to create content or host events—with their children and families right by their side."
Over the past year, Jaiden's life changed dramatically. After welcoming her son into the world, she and her husband were introduced to the journey of being special needs parents.
"The last year of my life has been extremely traumatic and life-changing. Not only did my husband and I welcome our son, we also had to learn what it meant to parent a child with medical complexities. Being chosen for such a task can be overwhelming—but the moment we laid eyes on our miracle, we knew this journey was meant for us."
Her son was born with Spina Bifida, among other health conditions, which made returning to traditional work impossible. Facing emotional, physical, and financial stress, Jaiden knew she needed to build something that allowed her to support her family while staying by her son’s side. That dream turned into The Studio Next Door.
Now, through this Jacksonville-based photography studio and event space, Jaiden combines her years of experience in content creation, branding, and social media to help others bring their visions to life. The studio isn't just a business—it's a sanctuary for creatives, families, and entrepreneurs looking for a beautiful, inclusive, and functional space to work and celebrate.
"It’s like every part of my story, my experience, and my dreams came together to create this place—and I’m so excited to see how our community uses and loves it just as much."
Meet, TORY!
Meet Tory – Co-Founder of The Studio Next Door, Jacksonville FL
Tory is a proud mom of three girls, a successful entrepreneur, and a passionate community advocate. With a background in insurance and event planning, Tory brings over 9 years of business experience through running two successful agencies. As a long-time Allstate Agent in Jacksonville, FL, she’s spent more than a decade connecting with local families and understanding the heart of the community.
Her goal for The Studio Next Door is simple yet powerful:
“To bring something new and exciting into the community.”
“As a young working mom of three, things weren’t always easy. For part of my life, I was a single parent, and I had to get creative. I taught my girls that even when we had very little, our imagination could take us anywhere.”
Over the years, Tory was fortunate to work for supportive employers who allowed her to bring her children to work—something that left a lasting impact. Inspired by her mother and driven by the desire to build a better life, she knew she wanted to create a space that offered the same flexibility and support for others.
Today, The Studio Next Door is a versatile, family-friendly event and photography studio in Jacksonville where creativity, connection, and imagination come to life. From intimate gatherings and styled shoots to baby showers and workshops, the studio offers an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all backgrounds.
“This space is truly for everyone, and I couldn’t be more excited to share it with each and every one of you!”
At The Studio Next Door, our passion for creativity, family, and community drives everything we do. As a family-friendly photography studio and event space in Jacksonville, FL, we’ve created a place where imagination thrives, memories are made, and every booking supports a deeper mission. We can’t wait to welcome you into our space and help bring your next vision to life.
