Studio Hire Agreement | Terms & Conditions

This agreement is between STYLD Studio (the Studio) and the person or business making the booking (the Hirer).

By signing this agreement, the Hirer acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions.

1. Bookings & Payment

Full payment is required at the time of booking to secure your selected date and time.

All prices are in Australian dollars and include GST.

The Hirer is responsible for ensuring the correct date, time and duration are selected when booking.

2. Studio Hire & Access

Studio hire provides access to the white shooting space, backdrop area, curated furniture and selected props, change room and kitchenette.

All bookings are for the duration purchased, whether 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 or 8 hours.

Your booked time includes setup, photography, cleaning and pack-down.

Early access is not guaranteed. The studio must be completely vacated by the end of the booked period.

Additional time is subject to availability and must be approved by STYLD Studio. Additional hire charges may apply.

3. Cancellations & Rescheduling

All bookings are final. Refunds are not provided for change of mind, scheduling conflicts or voluntary cancellations, except where required by Australian Consumer Law.

Where a Hirer cannot attend, STYLD Studio may offer a credit towards a future studio booking, subject to availability.

A $50 administration fee applies to approved client-requested booking changes or transfers, where permitted by law.

Any difference in hire pricing must be paid before the new booking.

Failure to attend without notice may result in forfeiture of the booking payment, subject to applicable consumer rights.

If STYLD Studio cancels a booking or cannot provide the agreed service, the Hirer will be entitled to applicable remedies under Australian Consumer Law.

4. Furniture, Props & Equipment

All furniture, props, backdrops and studio equipment must be treated with care.

Furniture and movable props may be repositioned carefully, provided they are returned to their original locations before departure.

Heavy furniture and fixed studio installations must not be moved without prior approval.

Dragging furniture across the floor, standing on furniture or using items in a way that may cause damage is prohibited.

The Hirer must report any accidental damage or breakages to STYLD Studio immediately.

5. Damage & Repairs

The Hirer is responsible for any damage caused by themselves, their clients or other attendees during their booking, excluding reasonable wear and tear.

Any damage or breakages must be reported to STYLD Studio immediately.

Where damage results from misuse, negligence or failure to follow studio rules, reasonable repair, replacement or additional cleaning costs may be invoiced to the Hirer, supported by appropriate evidence.

6. Cleaning & Studio Condition

The studio must be left clean, tidy and ready for the next Hirer.

All floors used during the session must be swept or vacuumed as needed and mopped before departure, using the cleaning products and equipment provided by STYLD Studio.

All furniture and props must be returned to their original positions. Any rubbish, spills, marks and personal belongings must be removed.

Particular care must be taken with the white shooting area to ensure it is clean and ready for the next booking.

Cleaning and pack-down must be completed within the booked hire time.

Failure to leave the studio in an acceptable condition may result in an invoice for reasonable additional cleaning costs.

7. Backdrops & White Shooting Space

The white shooting area and backdrop systems must be used with care.

Shoes, equipment and props must be clean before entering the white shooting area.

Dragging equipment, using sharp objects or applying adhesive materials directly to the shooting surface is prohibited without approval.

The Hirer may be responsible for reasonable cleaning or repair costs arising from excessive marks or damage beyond normal use.

8. Children & Client Supervision

The Hirer is responsible for supervising their clients and attendees throughout the booking.

Children must be supervised by a responsible adult at all times.

Children must not climb on furniture, equipment, backdrop stands or studio fixtures.

The Hirer is responsible for conducting photography sessions safely, including newborn and child photography.

9. Photography Equipment & Personal Belongings

Hirers must provide their own camera equipment and any specialist lighting or equipment required unless otherwise arranged.

STYLD Studio is not responsible for loss or damage to personal belongings or equipment except to the extent caused by the Studio's failure to meet its legal obligations.

All personal equipment must be removed before the booking ends.

10. Studio Use & Conduct

The studio may be used for photography, videography, content creation, branding and other approved creative activities.

Smoking, vaping, illegal activities and conduct that creates an unreasonable safety risk are prohibited.

The Hirer must not damage, alter or attach items to studio walls, fixtures or furniture without prior approval.

Confetti, glitter, smoke machines, candles, open flames, animals and messy materials require prior written approval.

The Studio may stop activities that create an immediate safety risk or are likely to cause significant property damage.

11. Health & Safety

The Hirer must ensure their activities are conducted safely and that all attendees follow reasonable studio safety instructions.

Walkways, exits and access points must remain clear.

Any hazards, injuries, accidents or damage must be reported to STYLD Studio promptly.

Each party remains responsible for its own legal obligations. Nothing in this agreement excludes liability that cannot lawfully be excluded.

12. Insurance & Professional Responsibility

Hirers are responsible for their own professional activities, clients and equipment.

STYLD Studio recommends that professional photographers and commercial hirers maintain appropriate public liability and equipment insurance.

The Hirer is responsible for obtaining any permissions, releases or licences required for their photography or content creation.

13. Studio Availability & Unforeseen Circumstances

If STYLD Studio is unable to provide access due to an emergency, damage, equipment failure or circumstances outside its reasonable control, the Studio will notify the Hirer as soon as practicable.

An alternative booking may be offered where appropriate. Any refund or other remedy required under Australian Consumer Law will remain available.

14. Security Cameras & CCTV

For the safety and security of our premises, visitors and studio property, STYLD Studio operates CCTV cameras in designated areas of the premises.

CCTV may record activity during studio hire bookings for security, incident investigation and property protection purposes.

Cameras are not installed in private changing areas or bathrooms.

Recorded footage is accessible only to authorised persons and will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. Footage may be reviewed where reasonably necessary to investigate incidents, damage or security concerns.

By booking and entering the studio, the Hirer acknowledges that CCTV operates on the premises and agrees to inform their clients and attendees.

15. Agreement & Acceptance

By ticking the box below, the Hirer acknowledges that they have read, understood and agree to be bound by the STYLD Studio Hire Terms & Conditions.