Terms of service

·It is understood that From This Moment Photography is the exclusive, official photography service retained to perform photographic services.

·Photographer/Photographers reserve the right to use RAW images, edited images and/or reproductions for advertising, display, publication, or other purposes, not restricted to use on the web, Facebook, business cards or posters.

·Original photographs are not included, only edits. Photographer/Photographers retain the right to edit the photographs and omit any image. It is understood that the photographer will not deliver every exposure taken unless specifically asked for and agreed upon for an additional charge. Client agrees to abide by photographer’s editing decisions.

·Client/Clients will receive photos on digital download/USB Drive with print release for personal use. Digital download/USB Drive includes images for printing and may be used on the web, Facebook, or email.

·Client understands that when publishing photos on websites, i.e., personal website, Facebook, etc., client will not edit the photos in any way, i.e., editing the watermark, cropping, filters, etc.

·The client is responsible for making a backup of all photos from the digital download/USB Drive. Additional USB Drives may be purchased from the photographer. Photographer/Photographers will make every attempt to keep archival copies of photos but does not guarantee that they will be retained indefinitely. Backup copies are for client use only and may not be distributed to others.

·Client shall assist and cooperate with the photographer in obtaining the desired photographs. The client will be respectful of the photographer, assistant, and all parties being photographed. Photographer has the right to end the session, without refund, if there is a lack of cooperation and respect.

·Client will not hold the photographer or the owner of the property liable for any injury that may occur during the session.

·The charges of the services are based on the photographer’s standard pricing list. This price list is adjusted periodically, and future orders shall be charged at the prices in effect at the time the order is placed. In the event photographer files suit to enforce any term or condition herein, photographer is entitled to expenses of litigation, including reasonable attorney fees.

·Client shall give a 50% non-refundable retainer to book all services. No part of any order, including previews, will be delivered until the balance is paid in full. Upon signature, shall reserve the time and date agreed upon. By doing this,  is putting your session on the calendar and turning away other potential clients.

NOTICE OF COPYRIGHT: It is ILLEGAL to copy or reproduce these photographs without the photographer’s permission, and violators of Law will be subject to its civil and criminal penalties. The photographer retains the copyright to the photographs. Printing and/or distributing rights granted as noted below. All retainers and payments are non-refundable. This contract incorporates the entire understanding of the parties. Modification to this contract MUST be in writing and signed by both parties.

 FOR ALL SESSIONS (NOT INCLUDING WEDDINGS/EVENTS)

Photographer understands weather, illness, or other reasons may cause Client to reschedule a session. Client will not be charged a penalty when rescheduling a session provided at least a 24 hours’ notice is given. No show or rescheduling the day before a session will incur a $50 rescheduling fee at the discretion of the photographer. Client may reschedule the session, at the convenience of photographer, without being charged a fee. If a client is late, the amount of time that has accrued is deducted from their session. If the client is more than 15 minutes late for their session, has the right to leave. If a client is a no-show,  is protected by this lateness policy. Photographer/Photographers may reschedule without penalty. Completion of processing and editing of a photography session may take four (4) weeks for delivery.

 DIGITAL IMAGE AND PRINTS TERMS OF USE

Client may not reproduce the album or files in any way. Additional copies may be purchased for a fee. The album is only for the owner (the paying client) to print photographs (as noted in the release). Client may not edit the photographs in any way. This includes, but is not limited to, removal of watermarks, cropping, or using filters. Printed photograph quality will depend on where it is printed. Only prints printed through will be guaranteed for color and quality. Client may print images at the a professional photo lab of choice (excluding one-hour labs at supermarkets and pharmacies). 

If included,included files in the “web” folder or with “web” in the name, are resized and sharpened for web viewing (i.e., Facebook, Flickr, Blogger). These files are watermarked and should be used. Client should not print these files. These files should be used on the Internet (web, Facebook, e-mail, etc.). 

Photographs may be used for advertisement-advertisements (modeling, head shots, etc.) for an additional fee. Credit to  must be given for the photograph. Photographs may not be entered in photo contests without expressed permission from Photographer. An additional fee may be required for use. 

Digital album downloads will be removed after thirty (30) days. A fee will be charged to re-post digital album downloads.