Terms and conditions:
The word Client refers to you as the client. The words we and Photographer refer to iPhotography and its owners.
SCOPE OF WORK
The Photographer agrees to provide no fewer than (5) proofs for the Client (no fewer than 2 for those who are part of a special giveaway, promotion, mini session, or otherwise stated in the description) to view after the shoot and is not required to provide more than this number of images. The selection of images delivered to the Client is left to the discretion of the Photographer.
The Client shall assist and cooperate with Photographer in obtaining the desired photographs, including but not limited to specifying persons and/or scenes to be photographed, taking time to pose for photographs at the Photographer's direction, pre-shoot consultations, etc. The Photographer is not responsible for photographs not taken as the result of the Client's failure to provide reasonable cooperation or assistance.
After the event, the Photographer will perform basic post-processing or digital image editing services on these photos where artistically necessary. The final photographs will be delivered no more than 30 days after the shoot.
The Client will receive photos via digital download with print release for personal use. Digital download includes images for printing and may be used on social media or email. The Client understands that when publishing photos online, the client will not edit the photos in any way.
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FEES
In consideration of the photography services provided by the Photographer, the Client agrees to pay the fee charged. A non-refundable retainer fee totaling $25 up to $200 of the total price of the photography services is due upon the signing of this contract. (Fee does not apply to those who won a special giveaway). If the Client cancels the Shoot for any reason, the non-refundable retainer fee will not be returned to the Client. The exact non-refundable retainer amount will be included in the invoice.
Any remaining balance must be paid in full no later than the photography services date. If the Client chooses to purchase photo prints or other products separately after the Shoot, payment for those products is due immediately upon order.
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WORK PRODUCT
The Client agrees that Photographer shall be the sole and exclusive photographer for the events specified in this photography services contract. The Client agrees and understands that no party other than Photographer may take pictures of any poses, lighting situations, or setups made by the Photographer.
The photographer will deliver proofs of photos to the Client no more than thirty days (30 days) after the date of the Shoot. Client understands and agrees that proofs are the exclusive property of Photographer.
All photos delivered to Client are for Client’s personal use only. No rights are or will be transferred to the Client without prior written consent from Photographer.
Client agrees to pay i Photography $100 per violation.
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INDEMNIFICATION
1. Client agrees that Photographer cannot guarantee certain poses or coverage quality and that i Photography shall in no way be held liable for compromised coverage due to interference from third parties or the environment. Further, the Photographer shall not be responsible for photographs not taken because of Client’s failure to provide reasonable assistance or cooperation. Photographer has the right to end the session, without refund, due to a lack of cooperation or respect.
2. If Photographer is unable to perform the services in this contract due to any cause outside its control, such as fire, flood, casualty, an act of God, or any other reasonable cause, Client agrees to indemnify photographer for any loss, damage or liability. However, Photographer will return in full all payments made by Client to Photographer in relation to this Shoot.
3. Client agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Photographer for any liability, damage, or loss related to technological failure, including cameras, hard drives, and memory cards. Photographer will take reasonable steps to prevent data loss but is not liable for loss of data due to technical failure.
4. Client understands and agrees that Photographer agrees to retain copies of a reasonable number of photos from the Shoot for 30 days. After this period has expired, Photographer has no duty to retain copies of original files or photos from the event. It is the responsibility of Client to purchase, store, and backup photos after the agreed-upon period.
5. Client will not hold Photographer or the owner of the property liable for any injury that may occur during the session. Client is at their own risk when entering photo sessions, or property that is owned and not owned by the Photographer.
6. Client agrees and understands that the quality of a photograph is entirely subjective. Photographer is not required to cater to the specific aesthetic preferences of Client.
7. Client agrees and understands that Photographer may perform digital retouching of photos, including blemish removal, creative effects, teeth whitening, and other edits. Client agrees to hold Photographer harmless for any edits which may be viewed as defamatory or demeaning.
8. Photographer retains the right to omit any image. It is understood that Photographer will not deliver every exposure taken.
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DUTY OF CLIENT
Client will obtain all permissions necessary for Photographer to photograph at the Client's event location. Photographer has no duty to obtain permission from reception centers, churches, buildings, properties, or other locations to operate thereon. Client understands and agrees that any failure to obtain these permissions resulting in fines to photographer, or which prevent photographer from photographing the event(s) is not the fault, liability, or responsibility of photographer.
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MODEL
In exchange for valid consideration, Client grants permission to Photographer and its assigns, licensees, and sublicensees, permission to use Client’s image or likeness in any and all forms of media for commercial purposes, advertising, trade, personal use, or any and all other uses.
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LEGAL FEES
In the event Photographer files suit to enforce any term or condition herein, Photographer is entitled to expenses of litigation, including reasonable attorney fees. Any legal disputes related to this contract will be resolved according to the laws of , Virginia, in a court of law.
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TRAVEL
Travel in the Richmond County, Essex County, Westmoreland County, Northumberland County has no additional travel Expense. All Areas in Virginia outside of these areas will have an additional travel expense if over 20 miles. Any miles over 20 miles will have a start at $1 per mile.
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Please note that we have the right to update, modify, and void this agreement whenever we deem it necessary.