Terms & Conditions of Picsel Photo Studio Hire

Please read the Picsel Studio Hire Terms & Conditions below

1. Definitions:

"Studio": Refers to Picsel Photography Studio. 
"Client": Refers to the individual or entity hiring the Studio. 
"Equipment": Refers to the cyc wall, lighting equipment, backdrops, stands, light modifiers, and any other items provided by the Studio as part of the hire package. 
"Hire Period": Refers to the agreed-upon duration of the Studio hire. 
"Booking": Refers to the confirmed agreement between the Studio and the Client for the hire of the Studio. 

2. Booking and Payment:

  • Bookings are confirmed upon receipt of a 50% deposit.
  • The remaining balance is due on the day of hire (payment via card machine).
  • Late payments may incur a 20% late fee.
  • Cancellations made 4 days or more before the Hire Period will receive a 80% refund of the deposit. Cancellations made within 3 days of the Hire Period will forfeit the entire deposit.
  • All prices quoted are inclusive/exclusive of VAT. *****************

3. Use of Studio and Equipment:

  • The Client is responsible for ensuring the Studio and Equipment are used in a safe and responsible manner.
  • The Client should instruct all models not to climb the cyc wall as it is easily damaged.
  • The Client shall not move or alter the cyc wall without prior written consent from the Studio.
  • The Client is responsible for any damage to the Studio or Equipment caused by their negligence or misuse.
  • The Client shall not use the Studio or Equipment for any illegal or unauthorized activities.
  • The Studio reserves the right to terminate the Hire Period if the Client breaches these terms and conditions.
  • The client is responsible for leaving the studio as it was found.
  • No smoking is allowed in the studio.
  • No food or drink is allowed on the cyc wall itself.

4. Equipment Inventory and Responsibility:

  • An inventory of the Equipment will be provided to the Client at the start of the Hire Period.
  • The Client is responsible for checking the inventory and reporting any discrepancies or damages immediately.
  • The Client is responsible for returning all Equipment in the same condition as it was received.
  • Any damaged or missing Equipment will be charged to the Client at the Studio's replacement cost.
  • The client is responsible for any damage caused to the cyc wall.

5. Liability:

  • The Studio shall not be liable for any loss or damage to the Client's personal belongings or equipment.
  • The Studio shall not be liable for any injury to the Client or their guests while on the Studio premises, except in cases of gross negligence by the Studio.
  • The Client is responsible for obtaining their own public liability insurance.

6. Indemnity:

  • The Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Studio from any claims, liabilities, or expenses arising from their use of the Studio or Equipment.

7. Access and Security:

  • The Studio reserves the right to access the Studio during the Hire Period for maintenance or emergency purposes.
  • The Client is responsible for securing their personal belongings and equipment during the Hire Period.

8. Termination:

  • The Studio may terminate the Booking immediately if the Client breaches any of these terms and conditions.

9. Governing Law:

  • These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United Kingdom.

10. Entire Agreement:

  • These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between the Studio and the Client and supersede all prior agreements or understandings.

11. Damage Deposit

  • A damage deposit of £[Amount] is required prior to the hire period. This will be returned after the hire period, provided that no damage has occured to the studio or equipment. ****************

12. Overtime.

  • Overtime will be charged at £40 per hour.

13. Cleaning Fee.

  • A cleaning fee of £20 will be charged if the studio is left in a state that requires excessive cleaning.
  • By booking the Studio, the Client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.