HOW TO HIRE THE STUDIO and HANDY tips you NEED TO KNOW.
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With our studio being self check in, here’s everything you need to know in one place! To book the studio, choose a date and time below to secure your session.
How it works
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Choose your time
Browse our live availability and select a date and time that suits you.
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Book your session
Secure your slot online in just a few steps. You can also add any extras at checkout if needed.
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Arrive at the studio
Arrive a few minutes before your session. The studio will be ready for you to get started straight away.
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Get Creating
Use the space, sets and equipment included to work on your project in a fresh, professional environment.
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Wrap up & leave
Once your session has come to an end, simply pack up, lock up and return the keys to the lockbox.
Hire the Studio
What’s included in my booking?
Each studio hire includes access to a clean, professional setup so you can get started straight away.
You will have use of a white vinyl backdrop, three posing blocks, a camera tripod, phone tripod, stools, a chair, and a sofa. Complimentary water and snacks are also available during your session.
If you would like to expand your setup, additional equipment, props, and backdrops can be added to your booking. You can view all available options on our equipment hire page and select these at the checkout stage.
Content Creation Add On
We now have an in house content creator who can film all the BTS moments from your session at the studio! Whether you need the behind the scenes filmed or you have your own ideas in mind - Lacey will be happy to help.
Just tick the box at the booking stage and we’ll be in touch to arrange this for your booking.
Studio Tutorials
Know what you’re doing before you even step foot in the studio.
Want to add extras to your booking?
Visit our equipment page to see what products are available to add onto your booking. We have professional photography lighting, soft boxes and devices to help with your project, plus various backdrops to save the hassle bringing your own.
Equipment Hire
If you need to hire some of our equipment for your session, you will be able to select and add on any extras at the checkout page when booking. See below for a list of available equipment to hire.
Self Check in
Our studio works on a self check-in system. You will receive the access code 1 hour before your booking time. Please note that entering the studio early or leaving later than your booking time will result in extra charges. If you need more time in the studio, get in touch with us to extend.
Parking
Our on site car park is shared with neighbouring businesses on Cobble Yard and works on a first come first serve basis. If there is one space available, you are welcome to park there. On Sundays we can offer guaranteed parking at the studio. The Grafton Centre east and west car parks are a 2 minute walk to the studio.
Studio Lighting
Our studio is flooded with natural light through our french doors and windows, however if you would like to blackout the studio you can do so by pulling across the curtains.
Temperature Control
During the summer months, enjoy an air conditioned studio to escape the heat and in the winter we have a powerful heater to keep the space toasty.
Complimentary Treats
Our studio features a drinks fridge stocked with plenty of water, soft and fizzy drinks for you or your clients to enjoy PLUS a kettle for hot drinks. There are also some snacks in our cupboard you can help yourself to.
FAQs
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Not at all. The studio is used by photographers, content creators, small business owners, and families. If you can use a camera (or phone), you’ll be absolutely fine.
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Your booking includes access to the studio space, white backdrop, tripods, v flats, clothes rail, posing block, stools & sofa, complementary drinks & snacks, changing room and tethering station. Everything that makes a shoot day easier is already here.
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Most popular bookings are 2-3 hours. Two hour works well for headshots or content creation, while three hours gives you more breathing space for outfit changes, set resets or working with children. If you have a big project in mind, we offer half days and full days to really get the creativity flowing.
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Yes, you’re welcome to bring anything you need. Many people mix their own items with what’s already in the studio.
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We offer one parking space in the studio car park, however this works on a first come first served basis with the neighbouring businesses therefore this isn’t guaranteed.
Both Grafton Centre car parks are a 1 minute walk to the studio or for short visits there is pay and display parking on Sun Street.
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Absolutely. The studio is designed to be flexible. You can rearrange furniture and props, we just ask that everything is put back how you found it before you leave.
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Yes. The space works really well for filming, reels, and brand content. Many creatives use it specifically for creating social media content in one session.
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You can book directly through the website. Just choose your date, time and session length and you’re good to go.
