Agreement for Wedding Photography
Client ________________________________ and _________________________________
Hereafter “the clients” and (Name of photographer), hereafter “The photographer”.
Wedding date____________________
Address ___________________________________________________________________
Phone numbers
(________) ________ ___________ (H/W/C) (________) ________ ___________ (H/W/C)
(________) ________ ___________ (H/W/C) (________) ________ ___________ (H/W/C)
Email addresses ______________________________ ______________________________
Ceremony location __________________________________ Time _____________
Reception location __________________________________ Time _____________
1.Copyright.
Except as noted below, all photographs created by The photographer are copyright protected. The clients, at the time of final payment for the photography services, will own the pictures contained in a DVD and accompanying album. Copies of the pictures can be made freely for the sole purpose of sharing with family and friends. The photographer will retain the right to use any pictures for portfolio, advertising or contest purposes.
2.Archival.
The photographer will keep all pictures of the event for a period of 10 years. The clients can ask for a complete duplicate set of the originals free of charge for up to one year after the event. Thereafter any duplications of digital files (pictures) will be at a charge of 30% of the original cost of this contract.
3.Exclusivity.
In order for the Client to receive the best service and most compelling photos possible, The photographer must be the exclusive professional photographer for the wedding. Additional professional photographers may be employed only with prior written permission from The photographer. Guest photographers are welcome with one caveat: The photographer will request your intervention if a guest is inhibiting our ability to fully document your wedding.
4.Limits of liability.
While every reasonable effort will be made to produce and deliver outstanding photographs of the wedding events, the entire liability of The photographer to the Client for any claim or loss arising from our performance is limited to a refund to the Client of the amount paid for services. Because a wedding is an uncontrolled event, The photographer cannot guarantee delivery of any specifically requested image(s). In the unlikely event of personal illness or other circumstances beyond the control of The photographer, a substitute photographer acceptable to you may be sent to fulfill the obligations of The photographer. In such case that the Client declines the substitute photographer, the Client may terminate this agreement and receive a full refund of all moneys paid. The photographer will not be held liable for the finished product or incomplete coverage in the event of tardiness or time restrictions placed on The photographer by Client or any outside vendors, including clergy or church restrictions and/or policies on the day of the event.
5.Permissions.
It is the client’s responsibility to schedule and receive permission to use various locations for photography, including the wedding and reception locations and any other locations used during the day.
6.Payment for services.
A nonrefundable retainer of $__________ is due at the signing of this Agreement. Upon receipt of the retainer The photographer will reserve your date and be available to you on that date. The retainer is applied toward your total investment agreement. We will not reserve your wedding date until after receipt of the retainer. You may not transfer the retainer to another party, bridal couple or anyone else without our prior written consent. The final payment of the balance owing is due no less than fourteen days before the wedding date. Especial arrangements of timing of total payment can be made depending on circumstances. If this Agreement is signed less than fourteen days from the wedding date, then all payments are due at signing. If the remaining balance is not paid in full two weeks prior to the scheduled date of the event, we reserve the right not to photograph the event.
7.Model release.
The photographer may only make reproductions for the Client or for The photographer portfolio, samples, or self promotions, or for professional competition and review. We will not make reproductions for other use without first obtaining written permission from either or both clients.
This Agreement incorporates the entire understanding of the Parties, and the Parties agree to all its terms, and acknowledge receipt of a completed copy of the Agreement signed by all Parties. Any modifications of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by all parties. Each person signing as Client(s) below will be fully responsible for ensuring that full payment is made pursuant to the terms of this agreement.
By signing this Agreement, we confirm that we agree to all terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement:
Clients
Name:__________________________________
Signature:_______________________________ date_______________
Name:__________________________________
Signature:_______________________________ date_______________
The Photographer
Name:__________________________________
Signature:_______________________________ date_______________