Norfolk Public Library to add 'Maker Studio' with recording booth, sewing machines The studio will be full of equipment that encourages the community to create - photography setups, a recording booth, sewing machines, programming equipment and more Author: 13News Now Staff Updated: 12:41 PM EST January 11, 2021 NORFOLK, Va. — The Norfolk Public Library announced Monday that it would be adding a "Maker Studio" to encourage creativity among community members. The new studio will be installed in late 2021 at the Mary D. Pretlow Anchor branch on West Ocean View Avenue, according to a release from the city. Officials said the studio will house cutting-edge tools, "including a recording booth, photography equipment, computer systems, sewing machines, collaboration spaces, and other programming equipment."