Terms and conditions

Session Fee/Retainer

Non-refundable retainer secures the session date.
Product orders (e.g., images, prints, albums) are additional and must be paid in full before delivery.

Cancellation

Cancellations only allowed under specific conditions (e.g., illness, pregnancy, emergency).
All payments are non-refundable unless cancellation occurs within specified windows:
50% of the total session fee will be refunded if notice of cancellation is provided within 30 days of the initial booking date;
net total of the money paid after costs (retainer, administration, vendor fees) will be refunded if notice of cancellation is provided within 60 days of
the Session Date;
no refund will be issued if notice of cancellation is provided to the Photographer within 30 days of the Session Date.
Photographer retains all paid fees if the client breaches or cancels outside of contract terms.

Rescheduling

One free reschedule if notified at least 30 days before the session; must be rescheduled within 60 days of the original session.
Late reschedules or multiple changes result in forfeiture of fees and require a new retainer.
Photographer may reschedule at no extra cost due to conditions outside control (e.g, weather, illness, or emergencies).

Late Arrivals

Late arrivals will result in a shortened session; 30 minutes late counts as a cancellation, and all fees are retained.

No Shows

If the client or key individuals fail to attend or cooperate, session fees are non-refundable and no rescheduling is offered (except in emergencies).

Creative Control

Photographer retains full creative control over the session (e.g., adjustments to wardrobe, hair, makeup, props).
Client must communicate dissatisfaction before or during the shoot, not after, and agrees not to publicly share complaints before notifying the
photographer.

Dissatisfaction

No refunds or additional sessions based on dissatisfaction with the artistic outcome due to the subjective nature of photography.

Hair & Makeup

Photographer and stylists are not liable for allergic reactions or injuries from products used.

Drugs & Alcohol /Recording Devices

Photographer can cancel the session if the client is under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
Recording devices are prohibited during the session.

Photographic Proofs & Orders

Refined edits of selected images are included and chosen by the Photographer; additional images or products can be purchased.
Orders for products are final and cannot be canceled once placed.

Payment

Multiple payment options available for the remaining balance for the session (e.g., full or partial automatic payments).
Full session payment required before final products are delivered.
Failed payments may result in cancellation of the session and/or products.

Photographic Materials & Copyright

Photographer owns copyright to all images and retains the right to use them for marketing or portfolio purposes with permission from the Client.
Client must request written permission for any commercial use of images.

Client Usage

Images are for personal use only; commercial use or alterations without written permission is prohibited.
Copyright infringement will result in legal fines.

Liability & Indemnification

Photographer’s liability is limited to re-shoots if images are lost, stolen, or damaged.
Client agrees to hold the photographer harmless for injuries or damages during the session.

Weather & COVID-19

Sessions may be rescheduled due to weather at no extra cost.
Payments are non-refundable if COVID-19 impacts the session; rescheduling may be required.

Third Parties

Photographer will not share client session information with third parties, except in case of breach or default.