Wando Mount Pleasant Creative Studio

Welcome to the Wando Mount Pleasant Creative Studio

The Wando Mount Pleasant Library features two creative spaces as well as digital editing suites.

The  Creative Studio spaces and editing suites are open and available to patrons who are Charleston County residents with a valid Charleston County Public Library card; and fall within the age guidelines for each space usage.

Creative Studio 1 serves as a classroom for arts and crafts programs. There is no age restriction for Creative Studio 1. All storage in this room will be locked when not in use to help create a safe program area for all ages. Includes media archiving to Mpeg files (VHS, audio cassette, slides, photos, negatives), voice-over/narration, audiobook recording, graphic design and editing.

Creative Studio 2 houses all machines and tools for use. Patrons must be 18 years old or older to be in Creative Studio 2. Patrons will be able to use the Creative Studio 2  during normal library hours after completing a scheduled training session with Creative Studio staff and completing a liability waiver.

Digital Studio and Edit Suites

Patron must be 16 years old and older or 13-15 with an adult to use the digital spaces. Patrons will be able to use the digital spaces during normal library hours after training with the Digital Media Coordinator. Training and studio use are by appointment only.

Contact the Creative Studio and the Digital Studios

Creative Studio
[email protected]

Digital Studios
[email protected]

Rules and Procedures

1. Users must follow the CCPL Code of Conduct at all times. Details can be found on our website at www.ccpl.org/policies-procedures.
2. In order to inquire about availability and to make a reservation, email the Creative Studio at [email protected].
3. Reservations cannot be made more than 30 days in advance and only one reservation per patron can be taken at a time.
4. If you would like to request assistance or advice about your media arts project, e-mail [email protected] to book an appointment.
5. Hourly time blocks will be determined during appointment scheduling.
6. A maximum of four (4) persons (who have completed orientation) are allowed in the Creative Studio at a time.
7. A maximum of two (2) persons (who have completed orientation) are allowed on the Adobe Creative Workstation at a time.
8. No obscene, violent or inappropriate content may be recorded, edited, designed, downloaded or generated in any form. Violators will be banned from use.
9. Users must wear headsets when listening to audio in the studio.
10. Users must supply their own external digital storage device or store media to a private cloud server. All media content stored on the Digital Studio computer is erased when computers are logged off. SD Cards are available to borrow for use but may not be taken.
11. Users may not connect any other personal equipment or download additional software without prior approval.
12. Users must report any broken equipment to a staff member immediately.
13. No food or drinks are allowed in the studio.
14. Please keep the doors closed. If you need to step out momentarily, please let a staff member know. The room should not be left unoccupied and unlocked.
15. The chairs, tables and equipment in the Creative Studio can be moved, but the cabinets must stay in place. However, all equipment and furniture must be returned to its place.
16. Please do not block the doorway with any furniture or equipment.
17. Windows or doors are not to be blocked.
18. Users must follow breakdown procedures for the equipment and batteries must be placed back on chargers.
19. If you are doing commissioned work, we ask that you do not receive payment while on library property.

Additional Digital Studio Procedures

20. The Digital Media Studio and Edit/Design Labs are open to Charleston County residents 16 years and older. Ages 13 to 15 years old are allowed when accompanied by an adult.
21. A maximum of four (4) persons (who have completed orientation) are allowed in the Digital Media Studio.
22. For group recordings, up to three (3) guests are allowed in each Edit Lab, as long as they are accompanied by a user who has completed the training.
23. In order to be courteous to other patrons in the library, live music recordings must be pre-approved by the studio manager. Requests can be made by emailing or calling.

Orientation and Training

Before using a studio space, patrons must be a Charleston County resident and complete an orientation overview of the facility. Creative Studio Orientation is approximately 30 – 45 minutes, but times may vary depending on specific areas of interest. Digital Studio Orientation is approximately 20 – 30 minutes, but times may vary depending on specific areas of interest. 

The orientations are not a class. We will be presenting a variety of specialized programs from beginner to professional to help you develop your media arts skills. The orientation will cover the equipment in the studio; setup and breakdown; software and file storage, policies and procedures; and how to reserve a room. If a patron is not able to attend any of the scheduled orientations, they may make an appointment with a Creative Studio or Digital Studio staff member at [email protected] or [email protected] Although walk-in orientations are possible, it is best to schedule an appointment. Training is a prerequisite for using any available equipment in the studios.  Patrons must receive training on the specific piece of equipment they wish to utilize.

Equipment training and room use can be scheduled at [email protected].

Digital studio training  and room use can be scheduled at [email protected] 

With patrons having varying degrees of comfort and prior familiarity with our production tools and/or software applications, we require a Creative Studio orientation to establish a baseline for determining how best to support an individual's studio needs. 

Machine Use and Materials

Patrons are advised to contact the library at least 24 hours to confirm that a piece of equipment is available at the selected branch. We cannot guarantee that all equipment will be available at all times. 

Patrons must supply their own consumable materials for use of the machines. The library does not supply or sell consumable materials to patrons. Examples of consumable materials include cardstock, vinyl, wood, leather, fabric, thread, bobbins, transfer paper, etc. Patrons should contact the Creative Studio if they are unsure what to bring with them.

Service Requests (where available)

The laser printer and 3D printer will only be operated by trained library staff. Please submit your request to [email protected]

The Creative Studio includes: