Photo

Photography Sessions

• Keep in mind that we are open to the public and there may be interruptions with people walking through the shot.
• Any loud or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. You will be asked to leave. 
• The areas available are the SECOND FLOOR ATRIUM, OLIVE STREET FOYER (which includes the staircase), and the GREAT HALL.
• Additional rooms may be utilized as long as no patrons are disrupted
• No movement of books, furniture or Library property allowed.
• No accommodations are available for wardrobe changes.
• Access must be granted to library patrons - no entrances may be blocked
• If working in the foyer and utilizing the staircase only one side may be used at a time 
• All photography equipment must be self-contained
•  Please share equipment requirements and restrictions with your photographer prior to your scheduled session. 
• No large or additional equipment or elaborate lighting setup is allowed. Small self-contained additional lighting is acceptable.
• Extra lighting and flash may only be used in spaces not occupied by library users at the time of the shoot.

Weddings

• ONLY the wedding couple, photographer and one assistant are allowed inside the building for photographs.
• Photographs of the entire wedding party can take place outside the building, as long as no entrances are blocked.
• If you are arriving on a party bus or limo, please note there is no alcohol allowed on Library property.
• Celebratory behavior is fine but exceedingly loud raucous disruptive behavior will not be tolerated either on the interior or exterior
• All participants should be made aware of this rule. Any group in violation will be required to vacate the premises immediately.
• Smaller groups may utilize the Entry Foyer (including the staircases)  - Only This Area. With larger wedding parties you may do smaller groupings on the interior. This is limited to 8 people and the foyer area and staircases only. Do Not Block the free flow of library foot traffic.