Studio Lab
Get Studio Lab Certified Now
Get Certified for the Studio Lab Now! EPL's Studio Lab services are available to customers aged 18 and over. All participants must complete an introductory certification course online.
What is the Studio Lab?
The Studio Lab is a versatile, multipurpose production space designed for videography, and photography projects, completely free to book with your library card.
The lab is welcoming to people of all skill and experience levels, from complete beginners looking to learn and practice, to experienced professionals. The space comes equipped with adjustable backdrops, video and audio recording gear, grid-mounted lights, a dedicated control desk to manage audio and video elements of your project, and more!
Hours of Operation
The Studio Lab is located at the Stanley A. Milner Library Makerspace. Bookings can be made in person at the Makerspace desk, by phone at 780-944-0856, or by email at Makerspace@epl.ca.
We offer Full-Day or Half-Day sessions. Please see the schedule below to choose the slot that best suits your project needs:
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Service Overview
- Certification is required to use this service. You can complete our self-paced on-demand certification online at any time here.
- Customers must be 18 years or older to be certified and use the Studio Lab space.
- Bookings are available for up to a maximum of 9 hours a day (Full Day). Weekdays and Saturdays also offer 3-hour or 4-hour Half-Day slots to better accommodate your production schedule.
- To ensure fair access for the community, users are limited to holding 1 booking at a time.
- For full terms of service, policies, and prohibited items, please visit our dedicated Studio Lab Terms of Service page.
Getting Started
To access the Studio Lab, customers must have:
- A valid EPL library card or equivalent
- Be over the age of 18
- Signed the Makerspace Waiver which can be completed online or in person at the Makerspace desk
- Completed the Studio Lab Online Certification
What to Expect at Your First Booking
When you arrive for your very first confirmed Studio Lab appointment, a makerspace staff member will walk you through a brief, in-person orientation. Staff will review the lab's general guidelines and resources available and help get you started.
Staff Assistance During Bookings
For all scheduled appointments, Makerspace staff can provide a maximum of 30 minutes of setup assistance at the beginning of your session. After 30 minutes, staff will remain available at the customer service desk to assist with questions and troubleshooting as necessary.
How to Book
Contact the Makerspace team (780-944-5342 or makerspace@epl.ca, opens a new window) or make a booking in person. You’ll need your library card number.
Equipment and Material Details
Studio Lab Classes
Studio Lab Events
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs
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This public space is intended for those who do not have access to commercial studio spaces, especially beginners, hobbyists, and early independent professionals. A good rule of thumb is that if you are charging someone else for your services in the space (i.e. for your work as a photographer), your project is not a good fit for the Studio Lab.
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While we’re not interested in governing the content of your project, the Lab is still considered a public space. We ask that you do not include any powders, aerosols, glitter or realistic weapons in your props and that you remain clothed for the duration of your appointment.
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Absolutely! Make sure each is aware of the guidelines for using the space.
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Water in a spillproof container is all right, but we ask that customers not bring food or beverages into this space.
