Terms and Conditions
Welcome to CaptureLife Studios! These terms and conditions outline the rules and regulations for the use of CaptureLife Studios' services, located at 123 Pike Street, Suite 400, Seattle, WA 98101. By accessing our studio, booking a session, or using our website, you accept these terms and conditions in full. If you disagree with any part of these terms and conditions, you must not use our services or website.
1. Introduction
CaptureLife Studios, owned and operated by Anya Petrova Photography LLC, provides professional photography services including, but not limited to, portrait photography, wedding photography, commercial photography, and event photography. These terms and conditions apply to all clients engaging our services, whether through our website, over the phone, or in person. Our lead photographer is Anya Petrova, and our business manager is Dimitri Volkov. You can reach us at [email protected] or (206) 555-1212.
2. Service Usage
- Booking and Scheduling: Session bookings are confirmed upon receipt of a non-refundable deposit, the amount of which will be specified at the time of booking. We require at least 48 hours' notice for any rescheduling requests. Failure to provide adequate notice may result in forfeiture of the deposit. Rescheduling is subject to availability.
- Client Conduct: Clients are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and appropriate manner during photography sessions. CaptureLife Studios reserves the right to terminate a session if the client’s behavior is deemed disruptive, offensive, or unsafe. In such cases, no refund will be provided.
- Studio Access: Access to CaptureLife Studios is limited to clients with scheduled appointments and authorized personnel. Clients are responsible for the safety and well-being of any accompanying guests. Children must be supervised at all times.
- Image Usage Rights: Clients receive a personal use license for the digital images provided by CaptureLife Studios. This license permits the client to print, share online, and display the images for personal purposes. Commercial use, resale, or distribution of the images is strictly prohibited without the express written consent of CaptureLife Studios.
- Model Release: By engaging CaptureLife Studios’ services, clients grant CaptureLife Studios the right to use images captured during the session for promotional purposes, including but not limited to website display, social media marketing, and advertising materials. Clients who do not wish to grant this right must inform CaptureLife Studios in writing prior to the session.
3. Payment Terms
- Deposit: A non-refundable deposit is required to secure a booking. The deposit amount will be credited towards the total session fee.
- Payment Schedule: The remaining balance is due on or before the day of the photography session. CaptureLife Studios accepts payment via cash, check, credit card, and electronic bank transfer.
- Late Payment: Late payments may incur a penalty fee of 5% of the outstanding balance per week until the balance is paid in full.
- Cancellation Policy: If a client cancels a session with less than 48 hours' notice, the deposit will be forfeited, and an additional cancellation fee may apply. Cancellations made with more than 48 hours' notice will result in forfeiture of the deposit only.
- Pricing: CaptureLife Studios reserves the right to modify its pricing and service offerings at any time. However, any changes will not affect confirmed bookings made prior to the price change.
4. Intellectual Property
- Copyright: All photographs and other creative works produced by CaptureLife Studios are protected by copyright law. CaptureLife Studios retains all copyright ownership of the images.
- Ownership: Clients do not acquire ownership of the original photographs or digital files. Clients are granted a personal use license as outlined in Section 2.
- Unauthorized Use: Any unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of CaptureLife Studios' images is strictly prohibited and may result in legal action.
- Third-Party Usage: If a third party wishes to use CaptureLife Studios' images for commercial purposes, they must obtain written permission and licensing rights directly from CaptureLife Studios.
- Portfolio Usage: CaptureLife Studios reserves the right to use images from client sessions for its portfolio, website, and marketing materials, unless otherwise agreed upon in writing prior to the session.
5. Limitation of Liability
- Liability: CaptureLife Studios is not liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the use of our services or website.
- Force Majeure: CaptureLife Studios is not responsible for any failure to perform its obligations due to events beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, acts of terrorism, government regulations, or other force majeure events. In such cases, CaptureLife Studios will make reasonable efforts to reschedule the session or provide a refund of any payments made.
- Maximum Liability: In the event that CaptureLife Studios is found liable for any damages, the maximum liability shall be limited to the total amount paid by the client for the photography services.
- Loss or Damage: While CaptureLife Studios takes precautions to protect client belongings and equipment during sessions, we are not liable for any loss or damage to personal property. Clients are responsible for their own belongings and are encouraged to secure them during the session.
- Session Location: For on-location photography sessions, CaptureLife Studios is not responsible for obtaining permits or permissions required by local authorities or property owners. Clients are responsible for ensuring that the location is suitable for photography and that all necessary permits are obtained.
By using the services of CaptureLife Studios, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms and conditions. CaptureLife Studios reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. Any changes will be posted on our website and will become effective immediately.
If you have any questions or concerns about these terms and conditions, please contact us at [email protected] or (206) 555-1212.