Member Studio Rental Terms & Conditions

• The Renter as listed above MUST BE present during any studio rental date/time. Renter shall be at least 18 years of age at the time of booking
• Respect the space as if it was personally yours
• Close and lock doors behind you and turn off the lights when done
• No Smoking or Illegal Drugs Allowed!
• Must wear shoes!
• Keep eyes on children at all times. Space has many items that need to be handled with care
• To keep the Studio and the space in business and help word of mouth, please tag and share the amazing things you create and use the space for. We will re-share and engage as much as possible as well :).
• Be sure to communicate with the studio manager if the space is too cold or too hot for comfort. The temperature is auto controlled and can be adjusted.
• Handle all furniture, props, set ups and all things inside the studio with care. Should any damage occur to items in the space, or the space itself, Renter may be charged for any broken or stolen items.
• If you notice something broken or missing please let Emina Delic know.  If something gets broken by accident during your time in the studio by you or your client be sure to inform Emina Delic to ensure it's fixed.
• Items designated for your personal accommodations are the property of the studio. Please help yourself to what is in the fridge, things available in the getting ready room and toiletries set in the space. Please use only what you need and leave the rest for the next renter (such as hair dryer, straightener and toiletries available.) Should the hair dryer or hair straightener or other items as such be removed, or an inordinate amount of toiletries, Renter shall be responsible for the actual cost of replacement of the item at the discretion of Studio.
• When you use the last of something, please text the studio manager to ensure replenishments.
• Studio does not supply alcoholic beverages and does not have a liquor license. Renter hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Studio, pursuant to the same terms as found in the below indemnification paragraph from any harm, damages, claims, injury, incidents, or claims as a result of the use of alcoholic beverages by Renter or their assigns, invitees, agents, clients, customers, employees, vendors, or persons who have a relationship to Renter of any kind, Renter further agrees that any consumption of alcoholic beverages shall be pursuant to the proper sale, distribution, age and consumption laws currently in place in the State of Michigan
• You may use, move or adjust any items between the rented rooms during your time. All items must be put back to its designated spot and in the specific room it's meant to be in. (DO NOT MIX ROOMS AND FURNITURE without returning it) Each room has specific types of furniture for the specific room.
• Do not use any space that you did not specifically rent, even if it's left unlocked.
• During the beginning stages of set up and consistent “Phase” openings. Please understand that some areas are still under construction or pending set up and ARE OFF LIMITS. Those areas will be marked and any damage caused by renter in use of those off limits spaces shall be charged to Renter in the form of actual repair or replacement costs at the discretion of Studio.
• Until a private studio entrance to the space is established, Renters will be instructed to use the front door of the building with pin code to enter.  PASS THROUGH THIS SPACE ONLY! Or you may use the restroom in this space if renting the Powder Room and Base room rental is occupied
• Swings are installed with a 250 lbs LIMIT. ONE PERSON ONLY ALLOWED AT A TIME. Should this rule be disregarded and damage occur, Renter shall be liable for actual replacement or repair cost at the discretion of Studio
• No pornographic content shall be allowed to be photographed or recorded in the Studio. The Studio understands that boudoir sessions are part of the rental space and that artistic freedom shall be allowed for those sessions. However, Studio reserves, in its sole discretion, to determine pornographic material has been recorded or photographed and terminate this agreement with Renter. At no time, and under no circumstances shall any person under the age of 18 years old be part of any boudoir, or other similar session.
• The tub- it's an honor and privilege to be able to provide a fillable tub. Please be respectful and follow the rules of the tub use as the studio is located in an old building.----Do NOT overfill the tub, be mindful of the old wood floors in the building. If you do spill,  be sure to FULLY DRY the floors.  Towels will be available in the studio bathroom if needed. I do not recommend using these towels to dry-off a person.---If you are doing a shoot such as a milk bath with flowers or other small things please scoop up all particles before allowing the tub to drain. (Please look for a scoop in the kitchen. ---Be sure to wait for all the water to drain and wipe up anything left behind.
• Personal and Abandoned Property Michigan Studio Space LLC and its member, owners, officers, employees, agents, or other representatives assume no responsibility for any property placed in the facility or on the premises or any property that is left on the premises after the event is over.

Each Renter must have a signed contract, have been to a tour or walkthrough, and been approved by studio representatives before having access to the member booking site. 

The Studio Spaces

Each room is booked and specified / explained and charged at time of booking on the Studio’s Website. The spaces and descriptions are subject to change as the studio phase planning evolves. You will be notified if things change and you are on the schedule.

• Main Studio Room - This is the room with the kitchen & bathtub. The room to the left as you walk up the stairs.
• Powder Room - This is the small getting ready room to the right at the top of the stairs. The purpose of this room is to be able to get your client ready (hair & Make-up) before your studio scheduled time. (The RENTER MUST BE PRESENT during the use of this or any of MICHIGAN STUDIO SPACE, LLC rentals)
• XOXO Boudoir Studio Room - This space is the room straight ahead as you walk up the stairs. This is an exclusive room & will be given access only as an ADDITION to the Base Rental of the Main Room.

The Schedule

During the studio tour, you will instructed to create a log in for the online scheduler. You are not allowed to share your login information with anyone. If you do, your scheduling access will be revoked and your access to the studio will be removed. Keep this information to yourself. Renters will have a 15min buffer between the time one renter ends and another starts.

This DOES NOT mean you can occupy the space past your scheduled time. Please be respectful of the upcoming renter and plan your sessions accordingly to leave it tidy and put back as you found it. If you make a mess, clean it up. This 15min buffer is for transition time between renters only. If you already have booked time on the schedule and you with to add time, please let the studio know to eliminate the 15min buffer until we get a new system that can do this automatically. 

Booking Fee & Reschedules  

A booking fee is required and is calculated based on the amount of time and specific to the space you are renting. Please see the self-scheduling website guide for specific amounts.  Booking fee is collected at time of scheduling via the studios website &  self-scheduling platform. This full Payment is NON-Refundable and is considered the BOOKING FEE. 

The BOOKING FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE, but a reschedule may be provided at the discretion of the Studio and only if the studio space is not already booked for the desired rescheduled date/time. A refund will NOT be offered, and a reschedule will NOT be allowed within ONE week (7 days) of the scheduled day of use.

Payments/ Late Payment / Reschedules

First Payment is a Booking fee (BOOKING FEE IS NON-REFUNDABLE) paid via the self-scheduling platform on the studio’s website via credit card transaction. Remaining balance is due the day before the booking date/time.

If Payment was not collected online for whatever reason a payment not made 24hrs before the scheduled date/time, a late fee of $25 will be added each day that payment is late. Late Fees and all invoice/ balances must be paid before renter will be allowed to schedule a new or another date/time.

If payment is not made 24hrs before the scheduled date/time, your access code will not be programmed and you will not have access to the studio. 

Access 

During the onboarding process, you will be instructed to download an app that gives you access to the door locks. These locks will be programed to be accessible to you via the app. You will have the ability to open the door(s) with this app once your scheduled time starts.  

Be sure to contact studio manager to ensure you are set for your booked date/time. It is not the responsibility of the studio to reach out for access. You are not allowed to share your lock information with anyone! If you do, your lock accesses will be revoked and your access to the studio will be removed. 

Until a private studio entrance to the space is established, Renters will be instructed to use the front door of the building with pin code to enter. PASS THROUGH THIS SPACE ONLY.

During the beginning stages of set up and consistent “Phase” openings and when completed. Please understand that some areas are still under construction or pending set up and ARE OFF LIMITS. Those areas will be marked and any damage caused by attendee in use of those off limits spaces shall be charged to Renter in the form of actual repair or replacement costs at the discretion of Studio.

Our studio space is located on the second floor and unfortunately, we do not have a lift. We understand that this may present a challenge for some attendees, and we apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. If you require assistance or accommodations, please contact us in advance and we will do our best to assist you.

Studio Rights of Termination

Studio reserves the right, on its own volition to terminate this agreement at any time. Any termination of this agreement for damage caused to the Studio or property within, late payments, non-payments, not following or respecting the rules or guidelines, misusing time and the space provided, interfering with other Renter’s use of the time and space, or any violation of this agreement shall take effect immediately upon notice and any future booking shall be canceled without refund of the booking fee. If the termination is for any other reason, Studio will provide adequate notice to Renter and either allow for any prior future booking to occur, or refund the booking fees.

Notice of Surveillance

The main floor of the building where Studio is housed, any common areas, and the points of entry shall be under surveillance. The getting ready room and any other Studio room is not under surveillance to protect the privacy of Renter and their customers, clients, agents, vendors, assigns, and any persons associated with Renter.

Indemnification

Renter hereby agrees to hold harmless and defendant and indemnify Studio from any damage caused to the property or persons that are assigns, invitees, agents, clients, customers, vendors, employees, or have a relationship to Renter of any kind that are with Renter during Renters studio time.

Upon expiration of the booking time, Renter has no legal right to use or occupy the space and Renter and their assigns, invitees, agents, clients, customers, vendors, employees, or persons who have a relationship to Renter of any kind shall be considered as trespassing.

Should any legal action occur based on injury or damage to Renter or their assigns, invitees, agents, clients, customers, vendors, employees, or persons who have a relationship to Renter of any kind, Renter agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Studio from any losses, costs, liabilities, claims, damages, and expenses of every kind as incurred as a result of Renter’s use of the Studio. Renter also agrees that they will carry liability insurance for themselves or their business to provide and assist with the coverage in this section.

Waiver of Liability

Use of Studio space and any accompanying parking or amenities and equipment is at Renter’s risk. Renter hereby agrees that Company will not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damage, injury or loss to Renter, their assigns, invitees, agents, clients, customers, vendors, employees, or persons who have a relationship to Renter of any kind or their respective possessions while using the Studio or any amenities. Studio recommends that renter carries own liability insurance.  

Act of God

Michigan Studio Space, LLC is not liable for acts out of its control that affects the renters ability to use the space, such as building equipment failures, power outages, severe weather, emergencies, or other “Acts of God”. In such cases, Michigan Studio Space, LLC will offer a reschedule, if a reschedule is not available the studio could offer a full refund for the date/time reserved during the incident. This will be evaluated per incident.

Severability

The invalidity or un-enforceability of any particular provision of this contract shall not affect the other provisions, and this contract shall be construed in all respects as if such invalid or unenforceable provisions were omitted.

Law and Jurisdiction

Photographer and Client(s) hereby agree that this agreement was signed in the State of Michigan and that the laws of the State of Michigan will govern any dispute arising from this contract.  Any dispute regarding the terms and conditions herein, or dispute arising from the session itself, shall be brought in the applicable state or federal courts of Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, and the Photographer and Client(s) hereby submit to the personal jurisdiction of those courts.  

Entire Agreement

This constitutes the entire agreement of the parties and may not be amended or modified without written agreement of the parties.

Renters must have a walkthrough with a studio representative and signing of this digital contract you are agreeing to the above.

 

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By signing or typing your name, you agree that all of the above information is true to the best of your knowledge, and agree to all of the terms and conditions outlined above.