Photography Terms & Conditions
These policies are designed to ensure a smooth and professional experience for both the photographer and the client. By booking a session, you agree to the following terms:
1. Booking Policy
1.1. A non-refundable and non-transferable deposit of $50 is required at the time of booking to secure your session. This deposit will be applied toward the total cost of your selected photo package.
1.2. The remaining balance must be paid in full on the day of the photo shoot.
1.3. Each photo package is dedicated to a specific type of session (e.g., family, couple, birthday, etc.) and cannot be combined with other session types. Please communicate your session type and number of participants when booking.
1.4. Packages include travel to locations within a 20-mile radius of Hickory, NC. For sessions beyond this radius, a travel fee will apply as determined by the photographer.
2. Session Day Policy
2.1. Clients are expected to arrive on or before the scheduled session time.
2.2. A 15-minute grace period will be given. If the client does not arrive within 15 minutes of the start time, the session will be automatically canceled without a refund.
2.3. If the client arrives during the 15-minute grace period, the session will proceed, but time lost due to tardiness will be deducted from the session duration.
2.4. Most sessions are held outdoors. If inclement weather (e.g., rain, storms) occurs during the session that may damage photographic equipment, the session will be paused and rescheduled for a later date at no additional cost.
3. Editing & Delivery Policy
3.1. Only edited images will be delivered. RAW or unedited files will not be provided under any circumstance.
3.2. The editing process takes up to 2–3 weeks. Clients agree to this timeframe upon booking. If editing is completed sooner, images will be delivered early.
3.3. Final photos will be delivered through a private online gallery. Alternative delivery methods may be requested and are subject to an additional fee.
3.4. Packages include basic color correction and lighting adjustments. Any advanced retouching or aesthetic edits(e.g., body adjustments, skin smoothing, background changes) will be subject to additional charges.
3.5. By booking a session, the client acknowledges that they are hiring the photographer based on the style and quality displayed in the photographer’s portfolio and social media. The photographer will maintain their unique editing styleand will not accommodate requests to alter this style after the session. Refunds will not be issued based on personal preferences regarding editing style.