Welcome to Sōl Studios! We are excited to provide a creative, welcoming and professional environment for photographers, brands, content creators, entrepreneurs, and artists. By booking or using the studio, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the following terms.


1. Rental Period

The rental period begins and ends at the times reserved through our booking system.

Please arrive and depart within your reserved time. Setup, breakdown, and cleanup must occur during your scheduled rental.

Additional time may be billed if the studio is not vacated promptly.


2. Studio Access

Access instructions and lockbox information are provided prior to your reservation.

Do not share lockbox codes with anyone outside your booking party.


3. Guests

The individual making the reservation is responsible for all guests entering the studio.

Children must be supervised at all times.

Maximum occupancy limits must be observed.


4. Studio Equipment

Your rental includes access to available equipment, including but not limited to:

  • Professional lighting
  • Light modifiers
  • Seamless backdrops
  • Reflectors
  • Styling props
  • Clothing racks
  • Furniture
  • Miscellaneous studio accessories

Equipment should only be used for its intended purpose.

Please notify us immediately if any equipment is damaged or malfunctioning.


5. Damage Responsibility

The renter accepts financial responsibility for damage beyond ordinary wear and tear.

Examples include:

  • Torn or damaged seamless paper
  • Broken lighting equipment
  • Damaged furniture or props
  • Broken windows
  • Damage to floors or walls
  • Excessive cleaning required after the rental

Replacement or repair costs may be charged to the renter.


6. Assumption of Risk

Photography studios contain equipment, electrical cords, lighting stands, furniture, ladders, and other potential hazards.

By entering the studio, you voluntarily assume all risks associated with the use of the space.


7. Release of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by Pennsylvania law, Sōl Studios and The Sōl Collective shall not be liable for:

  • Personal injury
  • Accidents
  • Loss of income
  • Damage to personal equipment
  • Theft
  • Lost or stolen property
  • Indirect or consequential damages

except where caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct.


8. Indemnification

The renter agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Sōl Studios, The Sōl Collective, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from claims, damages, liabilities, costs, or expenses arising from the renter's use of the studio.


9. Prohibited Activities

The following are prohibited without prior written approval:

  • Smoking or vaping
  • Open flames
  • Fireworks
  • Smoke machines
  • Glitter
  • Confetti
  • Paint
  • Excessive liquids
  • Illegal activity
  • Weapons
  • Animals (except service animals or approved shoots)

10. Food & Beverage

Food and beverages are permitted provided they do not damage studio equipment or furnishings.

Please clean all spills before leaving.


11. Studio Cleanliness

Before departure, renters agree to:

  • Return equipment to its original location.
  • Roll up backdrops carefully.
  • Leave the studio in substantially the same condition as received.
  • Lock the studio.
  • Return the key to the lockbox.

12. Cancellation Policy

Reservations may be canceled or rescheduled in accordance with the cancellation policy displayed at the time of booking.

Failure to appear may result in forfeiture of the booking fee.


13. Photography & Content

Renters retain ownership of all content they create.

Sōl Studios does not claim ownership of any photographs or videos produced during the rental.

If renters tag @thesolcollective_ on social media, Sōl Studios may request permission to repost that content.


14. Insurance

Professional photographers and commercial productions are encouraged to maintain their own liability insurance covering their equipment and activities.


15. Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.


16. Agreement

By completing a reservation, checking the required agreement box, or entering the studio, you acknowledge that you have read and agree to this Rental Agreement.

Last Updated: July 2026