/FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS /
/ What hours can I schedule my shoot?
Standard studio hours are 8am-7pm. We are happy to accommodate any other hours, please reach out for an estimate.
/ Do you have an on-site equipment room?
We have some equipment on-site and we are expanding all the time. For needed equipment not onsite we fill requests with a reserved order from one of our trusted, local vendors. Just email us your request for an estimate.
/ What is your outside equipment policy?
Photographer’s personal camera & personal digital are welcome. If you wish to bring in any other equipment, a fee equal to 50% of the total studio rate applies.
/ What is required to book a studio?
A confirmed reservation requires a signed rental agreement, photo ID, and valid credit card. A valid Certificate of Insurance is required for all bookings in Studio A & Studio C.
/ What is your hold policy?
We are happy to extend holds on dates that are at least seven days away. Challenged holds will be provided with 24 hours to either confirm or release the date. We do not hold dates within seven days away. Dates within seven days away are first come.
/ Do you require insurance?
A valid Certificate of Insurance is required for all bookings in Studio A & Studio C and for any outsourced equipment. As an alternative for equipment rental insurance we can place a hold on your credit card for the replacement value of the equipment. If you need help obtaining insurance just hit us up.
/ Do you have an elevator? How big is your entrance?
There is a standard passenger elevator in the building that can be used for anything that will fit.
ELEVATOR DIMENSIONS
Doorway: 33”'w x 83”h
Inside: 70"w x 46"d x 94"h
/ How is parking in the area?
Street parking only. Parking garage at Two Blue Slip, reservations required. Do not park in the dirt lot next to our building for any length of time, they tow without warning.
/ Cool plants and furniture, can I move them around or use them as props in my shoot?
Sofas, plants, and other furniture cannot be relocated and are not for usage as props. If you need props and plants for usage in your shoot we can recommend some great prop houses and plant nurseries in the area, just hit us up for suggestions.
/ Can I photograph beverages or build a big mud-hole in the middle of the cyc?
No liquids allowed on the cyc including beverages, mud-holes or any other liquids.
/ Can I record audio?
Our facilities are not sound-stages and include multiple studios located in a building with other tenants. Productions have successfully rolled sound here however since every production is different we encourage your team to schedule a time to scout to ensure our studios meet your needs. We cannot advise on nor make any claim to the suitability of the facilities for recording audio for your production nor create special audio-recording conditions.
/ Can I have items delivered to the studio?
All deliveries must be pre-approved and scheduled with the studio. Storage and handling fees may apply. We will not accept any deliveries that have not been scheduled and pre-approved.
/ My production involves music performance, is that OK?
Out of respect for our neighbors, studios have a volume limit & live performance of any kind, including singing and acoustic-based instrumentation, is not permitted.
/ Do you have roof access?
Sorry, no.
/ Do you allow pets?
No. And yes. Check with us first.
/ Is it OK to use smoke, fog, haze, confetti, and glitter.
Fog, haze and smoke machines are not permitted without a valid FDNY permit. If you are using confetti and glitter be prepared for cleaning fees.