FAQs

What is included in my rental?

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Your rental includes access to the studio, furniture and props currently available in the space, WiFi, private restroom, changing area, newborn and sitter session outfits, steamer, and complimentary parking.

Does my rental time include setup and cleanup?

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Yes. Your reservation includes setup, shooting time, and cleanup. Please book enough time to fully set up and return the studio to its original condition before your reservation ends.

Can I move furniture and props?

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Absolutely. Furniture and props may be moved throughout the studio. We simply ask that furniture is lifted, not drug and everything is returned to its original location before you leave.

Are pets allowed?

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Yes! Well-behaved pets are welcome with prior approval.
A flat $30 pet fee covers up to 3 pets per reservation. Pet owners are responsible for cleanup and any damages caused during their rental.

What happens if I go over my rental time?

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Additional time will be billed based on current studio rates, subject to availability. Because reservations are often scheduled back-to-back, extensions cannot be guaranteed.
Of course. You're welcome to bring additional props, backdrops, lighting, and equipment to customize your session.

Can I bring my own props / equiptment

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Are food and drinks allowed?

Yes. Food and beverages are permitted in the studio. They are not permitted on any furniture or the cyclorama wall.
Please note that Rootfolk Society does not have a kitchen, sink, oven, microwave, or cooking equipment available for guest use. We do offer a coffee bar area with a mini fridge for complementary beverages. 
Guests are responsible for cleaning up all food, beverages, and trash before the end of their reservation.
Yes! Cake smash sessions are welcome. We simply ask that you clean up after yourself, and please keep in mind that setup and cleanup time are included in your reserved rental time. Please plan accordingly to ensure the studio is left clean before your booking ends. No cake on any furniture/props that are not wipeable.

Are cake smash sessions allowed?

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Do you provide any lighting equipment?

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Yes. We offer two different light options. a Photogenic 1250 DR Power light with a 70" soft illumination umbrella on a rollable, height adjustable stand and a Einstein Buff 640W light on a rollable C-stand light holding boom arm with a 35" octagonal soft box. We also have an 11' rollable window wall with thirty two 5000K LED lights to mimic natural sunlight in any space at any time of day.

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Need an in house photographer?

Rootfolk Society is founded by Kyla, the photographer behind Ivory and Moss Photography. And Elizabeth, the photographer behind Indieyou Photography. If you're looking for a photographer for your session, photography services are available through either of us.

Please Note: If you'd like to book a photography session with either Kyla or Elizabeth, there's no need to reserve the studio separately. Simply submit a photography inquiry through their photography sites, and the studio reservation will be included as part of your booking.

What is your cancellation policy?

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Reservations may be rescheduled with 24 hour notice. Please refer to our rental agreement for full cancellation and rescheduling policies.

Is there natural light in the studio all day?

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The studio receives natural light throughout the day. Light quality and direction vary by season, weather conditions, and time of day, creating different looks throughout the year. This is one of the things we love most about the space.
Please plan to arrive at your scheduled start time. Because reservations are often booked back-to-back, early access cannot be guaranteed.

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Can I arrive early?

Yes, complimentary WiFi is included with every reservation.

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Do you have WIFI?

Yes parking is available for all studio guests.

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Is parking available?

What type of sessions is the studio best suited for?

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Family sessions

Couples and engagement sessions

Branding and headshots

Content creation

Editorial shoots

Mini sessions

Workshops

Styled shoots

Newborn / Sitter sessions

Boudoir sessions

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Rootfolk Society  is ideal for:

Can I decorate the studio?

Freestanding decorations are welcome. To protect the space, nails, screws, staples, glitter, confetti (unless with prior approval), smoke bombs, sparklers, candles, and open flames are not permitted.

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Are confetti, glitter, smoke bombs or open flames allowed in the studio?

As stated in question 17, Glitter, smoke bombs, sparklers, candles, and other open flames are not permitted.

Confetti may be allowed with prior written approval from Rootfolk Society. If you'd like to use confetti during your session, please contact us in advance for approval.