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AVA Studio

Students podcasting in AVA Studio on Level A of Olin Library.

Audiovisual/Virtual Reality/Augmented Reality (AVA) Studio is a creative digital space on Olin Library Level A. It houses AR/VR headsets, a photography setup, and audio recording equipment. The purpose of AVA Studio is to provide an accessible space to interact with digital technology.

Operating Hours

Users can access AVA Studio after creating a reservation and receiving introductory training on how to use it.

Please see the hours widget at the top of this page or the Library Hours page for operational hours for the physical AVA Studio space.

AVA Studio Equipment

AVA Studio is a creative digital space with reservable tools for the WashU community to explore Augmented or Virtual Reality (AR/VR) using headsets, podcasting, videography, photography equipment, and more.

Please see the AVA Studio Research Guide for full instructions on AVA Studio photography and videography, audio recording/podcasting, and AR/VR equipment.

  • Sony a7 IV Mirrorless Camera
  • Sony 16-35mm f/2.8 Lens
  • Sony FE 28-70mm f/3.5-5.6 OSS Lens
  • Davis and Sanford Provista Tripod with 7518B FM182 Fluid
  • Aputure LS-1c LED Lights (3)
  • Impact LS-96-HAB Light (3)
  • Stands Backdrops: White, Black, and Green
  • 5-in-1 42″ Collapsible Circular Reflector/Diffusion Disc (2)

Recording Equipment

  • 1 Zoom F8 recorder
  • 2 Cloudlifter CL-2
  • 1 AKG HP4E headphone amp

Microphones

  • 1 Shure SB-7 mic
  • 3 Rode Podcaster mics

Virtual Reality Tools

  • Quest 2 Headsets (2)
  • Quest 3 Headsets (2)
  • VIVE XR Elite (4)
  • Oculus Rift

Augmented Reality Tools

  • HoloLens 1
  • HoloLens 2
  • AR Sandbox

Reserving and Using the AVA Studio

Please use the Reserve AVA Studio link to book 48 hours before your desired reservation date.

When you arrive for your reservation:

  • Check-in at the Data Services suite, Olin Library Room A07
  • First-time users must undergo a brief training at the beginning of the session
  • Staff will check out the necessary equipment
  • Please plan to stay 15 minutes after the reservation to clean materials and check them back in
Reserve AVA Studio

User Expectations for AVA Studio

See the full AVA Studio Policy for additional details on user expectations for AVA Studio.

  • The room will only be available at times when Data Services or Student Technology Services (STS), who will provide access to the room and equipment, are present.
  • Data Services and, by extension, STS mediates access to AVA Studio.
  • All users must complete training annually.
  • Users must adhere to WashU technology policies.
  • The Olin Library food and drink policy only allows covered drinks in AVA Studio. Spills must be reported immediately to Data Services or STS personnel on duty.
  • Users cannot remove any equipment or materials provided in AVA Studio.
  • Users should notify a Data Services/STS staff member if there are issues in AVA Studio (e.g., broken equipment, software, or furniture).
  • Users are expected to vacate AVA Studio at the end of their reservation time.
  • Users will be accountable for equipment during the reservation time and wait while the staff ensures everything is accounted for when they leave.