Frequently Asked Questions

In order to use and reserve RMP Studio spaces and equipment, RMP Studio users must be 13 years of age or older and have a current, valid Norfolk Public Library card. Patrons under 13 (& above 8 ) may use the RMP Studio if accompanied (at all times) by a parent, guardian or adult caregiver aged 18 or older. The accompanying adult must have a valid Norfolk Public Library card.

Yes, you need a reservation to use the studio. Without a reservation, you may try to drop-in the day of your intended use, but equipment is not guaranteed.

1. Click the "Make a Reservation" link.
2. Choose the Space you would like to reserve.
3. Click "Next Available" to see the next available reservation time or "Go to Date" to check a particular date.
4. Click the green square under the time you wish to start or use the dropdown menu to choose your time.
5. Click "Submit Times".
6. Review the RMP Maker Studio Guidelines.
7. Submit the Booking Details form with your full name, NPL library card number, contact information and details about your project.
8. Click "Submit My Booking".
9. The Studio Manager will review the reservation request.
10. If your project details meet RMP Maker Studio Guidelines and equipment abilities, your reservation will be approved.

Recording/Music Studio

• WhisperRoom Soundproof Booth Studio
• Logic Pro or Garage Band Software
• 2 Microphones & 2 Headphones
• Digital Audio Interface
• MIDI Keyboard & Drum Pad
• Fender Electric Guitar
• Fender Electric Bass
• Roland Electronic Drum Kit
• Casio Electronic Keyboard
• Epiphone Acoustic Guitar
• Pioneer All-In-One DJ System

Photo/Video Studio

• Canon EOS Rebel DSLR
• Fujifilm X-T3 26.1MP Camera
• Sony a7R IV Camera
• Lighting Set
• 13-foot wide Green Screen
• Several Backdrops
• Adobe Creative Suite 

3D Printing Studio

• Bambu Labs X-1 Carbon Printer
• FlashForge 5M Printer
• Various PLA Filament

Cricut Studio

• Cricut Explore Air 2
• Cricut Explore 4
• Heat Press & Cutting Mats
• Note: Patrons must bring their own vinyl or paper to cut.

Laser Studio

• Xtools p2S 55W Diode Laser Cutter/Engraver
• Note: Patrons must bring their own basswood, acrylic, or leather to cut/engrave.

Sewing Studio

• 2 Singer Sewing Machoines
• 4 Brother Sewing Machines
• Brother Embroidery Machine
• Babylock serger
• Note: Patrons must bring their fabric.

Gaming/Crafting Studio

• Meta Quest 2 VR System
• Nintendo Classic Mini
• Sega Genesis Classic Mini
• Wonderbots
• 3D Doodler
• Giant Lego Table
• Jewelry Making Kit
• Traditional Paper Crafting & Art Supplies

Patrons are required to use personal external storage such as flash drives and/or cloud-based options to back-up projects. RMP Studio visitors may connect personal devices to RMP Studio equipment. However, support for such equipment may not be available.

For security and privacy, the Library reserves the right to erase user files left on Library-owned hard drives or flash drives without prior notice.

Compatibility of personal devices with RMP Studio hardware and software is not guaranteed.