Terms:
Upon your signature, [Zol-Photography] will reserve the time and date agreed upon and will not make other reservations for that time and date. For this reason, the Reservation Deposit of [20% or $200 whichever is greater] is non-refundable, even if the date is changed or the wedding cancelled for any reason, including Acts of God, fire, strike and/or extreme weather. The Reservation Deposit is applied towards the contracted wedding photography package totaling [$ INSERT AMOUNT]. The balance of [$ INSERT AMOUNT] is to be paid in full, two weeks prior to the day of the wedding. Photography will not commence before the invoice is paid in full. Approximately two weeks prior to the wedding, clients must finalize with the photographer a schedule of hours, location(s) and (if desired) an Event Guide.
The client(s) will be responsible for designating an Event Guide, if desired. The role of the Event Guide is to identify people/objects of whom/which specific photographs are desired, as well as to make certain that these subjects are available when needed. It is recommended that the client(s) develop a list of desired poses, locations, and subjects (family and friends; items; etc.) and share this with the photographer well before the wedding. The photographer will NOT be held accountable for not capturing desired photographs if there is no one to assist in identifying or gathering people/items/locations for the photograph(s). The parties agree to positive cooperation and communication for the best possible result within the definition of this assignment. [Zol-Photography] is not responsible for key individuals’ failure to be present or to cooperate during photography sessions, nor for missed images due to details not revealed to [Zol-Photography]
It is understood that [Zol-Photography] will act as the sole and exclusive wedding photographer. [Zol-Photography] reserves the right to bring one assistant at his discretion. Since flashes from guests’ cameras may ruin shots taken by [Zol-Photography] the client(s) acknowledge(s) that they are responsible for notifying all their guests that guest photography shall be limited and not at the expense of the professional photographer’s work.
Client(s) acknowledge that all work created under this agreement is the intellectual property of the photographer who shall retain the copyright to the photographs. Client(s) agrees not to publish the photographs without permission of the photographer. Client(s) may only post images marked for “web” or “internet” on Flickr, Twitter, Instagram, Facebook or any other social networking website. Client(s) may not post full resolution images online. Client(s) also agrees not to digitally manipulate the Work for public viewing (wedding message board, social networking website or public photo galleries) and include a photo credit of “Photo By: ]” with each image posted. Client(s) will have unlimited personal use of the photographs at any time for no additional fee. Client(s) give permission for the photographer to use the work for publication, display, advertising promotion and other uses.
While the photographer takes the utmost care with respect to exposure, processing and delivery of photographs, if the images become lost, stolen or destroyed, for reasons within or beyond the control of the photographer, liability is limited to a refund of retainer and payment received. The limit of liability shall not exceed the contract price stated herein. [Zol-Photography] will not be held responsible for any ruined photographs due to guests’ (or any other) flashes; or any other ruined photographs due to any other cause in or outside of [Zol-Photography]’s control.
If named person [ Zol-Photography] is unable to photograph the wedding due to illness, emergency, accident, or Act of God, every effort will be made to find a suitable photography replacement. If a replacement is unavailable, the payment(s) made to [ Zol-Photography] will be refunded in full and return of the payment(s) shall be the entire obligation under this contract. No other damages or guarantees of any kind are recognized or warranted
If the client(s) reschedule the wedding/event and [Zol-Photography]
can rebook the original wedding/event date, [Zol-Photography] will amend the wedding/event date in this contract and client(s) will receive credit for all monies paid up to the date client(s) requests the wedding/event be rescheduled. If the client(s) reschedules the wedding/event and [Zol-Photography] is NOT able to rebook the original wedding/event date, [Zol-Photography] will amend the wedding/event date in this contract and client(s) will forfeit the Reservation Deposit but receive credit for all other monies paid up to the date client(s) requests the wedding/event be rescheduled. The client should note that the Reservation Deposit will not then be available to apply toward their final installment. If the client (s) cancels the Wedding/event outright, Client will forfeit all monies paid up to the date client(s) notifies [Zol-Photography] that the wedding/event is cancelled. Cancellation must be in writing (print or email) even if a phone call was made to inform [Zol-Photography] of the cancellation.
This Contract incorporates the entire understanding of the parties. Any modifications of this Contract must be in writing and signed by both parties.
To confirm your booking and acknowledge acceptance of this contract, please sign, date, and return with the retainer to [Zol-Photography by either cash-app to $zolphotography or PayPal at Zolphotography/paypal.me/Zollicoffer800] It is recommended you print a copy for your records.
