This release gives ((contact.name)) the right to reproduce and print high-resolution images for personal use, in accordance with the package that they purchase. Images may not be used for commercial or editorial purposes without written consent from Sez Photography. Sez Photography retains all copyright and ownership of these images. 

((contact.name)) may not, under any circumstances, alter or edit these images, which includes, but is not limited to filters (Instagram and all others) and photo manipulation, photo editing apps and software. You may not edit/alter these images in any way. Sez Photography will provide high resolution digital jpgs, but will, under no circumstances, provide RAW/CR2 files. 

Please note that the studio is cat-friendly and so allergies should be considered, however, the studio is kept to strict and high hygiene standards. ((contact.name)) will let Sez Photography know beforehand if ((contact.name)) or anyone attending the session has any other allergies.  

Sez Photography retains the right to use these images for commercial use, including, but not limited to: portfolio building, marketing, advertising, printing, copying, emailing, social media and web publications. Sez Photography will not sell these images to third parties in any way, including, but not limited to, advertising for third parties, stock photography, print sale profits or resale of any nature. Should ((contact.name)) prefer these images to not be used on social media, they agree to let Sez Photography know in writing. 

I have read and understand this agreement, including the terms and conditions below, and agree to be bound by them. 

Thank you so much for using Sez Photography for your photographs and I hope you enjoy them!  

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TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

1. It is understood that Sez Photography is the exclusive official photographer retained to perform the photographic services requested on this Contract. 

2. Sez Photography may (but is not obligated to) substitute another photographer to take the photographs in the event of Sez Photography’s illness or of scheduling conflicts. In the event of such substitution, Sez Photography warrants that the photographer taking the photographs shall be a competent professional. 

3. No part of any order will be delivered until the balance is paid in full. 

4. Sez Photography reserves the right to use images created under this contract for advertising, display, publication or other purposes. ((contact.name)) warrants that he or she has actual authority to agree to the use of the likeness of all persons included in the portrait in this manner and shall indemnify and defend Sez Photography in the event of litigation arising out of such use. Negatives, digital files and previews remain the exclusive property of Sez Photography. 

5. Upon signature, Sez Photography shall reserve the time and date agreed upon. Unless Sez Photography is able to fully replace any cancelled reservation, all sitting fees and deposits are non-refundable, even if the portrait is rescheduled or cancelled for any reason other than inclement weather. 

6. If, in the opinion of Sez Photography, inclement weather or other adverse conditions prevent the creation of a portrait meeting the artistic standards of Sez Photography, Sez Photography may elect to use an alternate location or to reschedule the portrait. 

7. If Sez Photography cannot perform this Contract due to fire or other casualty, strike, act of God, or other cause beyond the control of the parties, or due to Photographer’s illness or emergency, then the Photographer shall return any deposit or sitting fee to ((contact.name)) but shall have no further liability with respect to the Contract. This limitation on liability shall also apply in the event that photographic materials are damaged in processing, lost through camera or media malfunction, lost in the mail, or otherwise lost or damaged without fault on the part of Sez Photography. In the event Sez Photography fails to perform for any other reason, Sez Photography shall not be liable for any amount in excess of the retail value of the ((contact.name))’s order. 

8. ((contact.name)) is aware that colour dyes in photography may fade or discolour over time due to the inherent qualities of dyes, USB is not considered permanent storage and images will eventually corrupt and ((contact.name)) releases Sez Photography from any liability for any claims whatsoever based upon fading or discoloration due to such inherent qualities. 

9. ((contact.name)) confirms that they have viewed Sez Photography’s previous work and portfolio beforehand, assuring they are aware of style and quality of Sez Photography’s images. However, Sez Photography retains the right to use creative license in deciding on which style suits the artistic standards of Sez Photography.  

10. The charges in this Contract are based on the Sez Photography’s Standard Price List. This price list is adjusted periodically, and future orders shall be charged at the prices in effect at the time when the order is placed.  

11. ((contact.name)) is aware that prices are due to change without notice and estimates/quotations are only valid until the date specified on the document.  

11. NOTICE OF COPYRIGHT: It is ILLEGAL to copy or reproduce these photographs or videos elsewhere without Sez Photography’s permission, and violators of this Law will be subject to its civil and criminal penalties. 

12. Sez Photography may not be held liable for any damage to property/person that may occur during a photoshoot, although every effort to ensure the safety of subjects and their property will be maintained. 

13. GDPR: Sez Photography agrees to use your contact and personal information for account and communications in respect to your session only. Sez Photography will never sell or send your information to third parties. Communications will only be made in respect to your photography session. However, Sez Photography does make use of third parties for social media (which includes tagging), accounting and marketing purposes and they have their own GDPR policies. ((contact.name)) agrees to familiarise themselves with these. 

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14. This Contract incorporates the entire understanding of the parties. Any modifications of this Contract must be in writing and signed by both parties. 

15. ((contact.name)) understands that this contract and the respective charges include the images as edited and any further requested edits will be charged for seperately. Sez Photography retains the right to agree or refuse to any additional editing requests.