TERMS & CONDITIONS CONTRACT
The above-listed client (the "Client") and Photographer (Photographer)
agree that the Photographer will provide photography services as
outlined in the appointment's confirmation email. This is a legally-
binding contract.
This contract represents the entire understanding of the requirements,
schedule, and payment terms for the photography services.
Under copyright law, the photographer owns the copyright and can use it
for any editorial/ publication use without permission of the person in the
picture.
If there are any disputes or actions resulting in legal proceedings related
to this contract, such actions shall take place in and be subject to the
laws of North Carolina.
Clients accept sole financial responsibility for any legal fees or related
costs incurred by the Photographer in enforcing the terms of this
photography contract. Any failure by one or both parties to uphold or
enforce a provision of this contract shall not constitute a waiver of any
other provision of this contract.
Applying filters and posting the photos is prohibited. Posting proof
images is also prohibited. Failure to comply will result in legal action.
Please only post the edited photos that was sent to you. Understand that
any other edits that aren't done by me, is a poor reflection of my our company.
Thank you for your cooperation on this.
Please be sure to acknowledge photographer or business in post.
Payment
The Client agrees to retain the Photography for the services listed above
by signing this portrait photography contract and paying deposit via the
Photographer's acuity booking website. Client acknowledges that no
reservation can be made prior to the signature of this contract and
subsequent payment of the initial service deposit.
The remaining balance for the above listed portrait photography services
shall be paid in full on the day of the session. In the event that payment
is not made in full by this deadline, SUPERB STUDIOS reserves the right to
terminate this contract, retain the initial deposit, and no longer be held
liable for providing further services to the Client.
Deposit
The initial deposit that The Client made via SUPERB STUDIOS
booking website is NONREFUNDABLE. Should The Client cancel the
appointment and fail to reschedule The Client FORFEITS the deposit
payment already made.
Arrival Time
Please be sure to arrive on time for your session. Late arrivals result in
shorter sessions. If the client runs more than 10 minutes late, a
surcharge fee of $15 will be added to the final payment. No additional
time will be granted. The photoshoot session will end at the time
specified in the appointment booking. Failure to pay the $15 late fee
when sent the invoice will result in client not receiving the proof images
from session until the payment is made in full. Anything over 35 minutes
will result in an automatic cancellation of your session. If a photographer is late for any
reason, we will make sure to reach out to make client(s) aware. In this
case, your session will last the entire time booked.
Reschedule
All appointments that are cancelled due to an emergency may be
rescheduled. There are no refunds, only rescheduling. If you are wanting
to cancel appointments for any other reason, I ask that you cancel 48
hours prior to your session and reschedule no later than 2 business
weeks after your canceled appointment. Should the Photographer be
unable to accommodate the Client's rescheduled date, the Client will not
be held responsible for the remaining balance of this portrait
photography contract, but will forfeit their initial deposit. There is a
$65 rescheduling fee required before rescheduling a new appointment.
No call/No Shows will result in you losing the initial deposit. A brand
new shoot will need to be booked with a new deposit sent. Your initial
deposit can not be used towards your new shoot.
Liability
If SUPERB STUDIOS should be unable to provide the goods and services
outlined in this contract for any reason, SUPERB STUDIOS agrees to refund
any fees paid by the Client, minus applicable expenses, and shall have no
further liability with regards to this contract. This limitation of liability
also applies to any loss or damage to footage, photographs or other
materials after the events listed in this contract. The sole remedy for any
actions or claims resulting from the Photographer's inability to deliver
the goods and services listed in this contract shall be limited to a refund
of monies paid by the Client to SUPERB STUDIOS.
Digital Media
The Clients acknowledge that SUPERB STUDIOS does not always
maintain archives of images and footage after delivering requested
images and other goods to the Clients. It is the Client's sole
responsibility to request any desired prints, products, or files within 30
days of scheduled appointment.
Pricing
Any additional goods or services not included in this portrait
photography contract will be sold at then-current rates. SUPERB STUDIOS
makes no pricing guarantees outside of the terms of this contract, and
the Client acknowledges that prices for additional goods or services are
subject to change suddenly and without notice.
Responsibilities
SUPERB STUDIOS is responsible for bringing any lighting
equipment necessary to conduct the services outlined in this contract.
Client agrees to prevent any other photographers or videographers at
the shoot listed in this contract from interfering with the Photographer's
performance of their duties unless gained consent from SUPERB STUDIOS.
This includes guests and other amateur photographers or
videographers.
Turnaround Time
The standard turnaround time is 7-10 BUSINESS DAYS (MONDAY-
FRIDAY) editing period begins after client has selected images. If The Client purchases expedited images,
the new turnaround time is 2-3 BUSINESS DAYS.