Wedding Photography Agreement

whose signature(s) appear on this contract, agrees that Devon Wedding
Photography, known as "Photographer", shall provide services to photograph their wedding and related events to the best of their abilities, in the manner described in this document. This is a binding contract, which incorporates the entire understanding of the parties, and any modifications must be in writing, signed by both parties, and physically attached to the original agreement. UK laws shall govern this contract, and any resulting arbitration shall take place within the UK. The Bride & Groom assumes responsibility for all collection costs and legal fees incurred by Photographer should enforcement of this contract become necessary. In the event that any part of this Agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall remain valid and enforceable. Any failure by one or both parties to enforce a provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other portion or provision of this agreement.

The Bride & Groom acknowledges that the photographer takes a natural and detailed approach to wedding photography. No shots through the day are guaranteed (such as but not limited to, formals, first kiss,
bouquet toss, etc.). The Bride & Groom acknowledges that the Photographer(s) is using their artistic discretion to create photographs as the photographer sees fit. Photographer retains the right to refuse to take images contrary to their photographic style and inappropriate images including but not limited to in undergarments and sexually suggestive poses (joking or not). Every effort will be made to assure satisfaction according to the
Photographers professional standards. However, the Photographer is not responsible for the subjective interpretations of photography.

The Bride & Groom shall reserve the time and date of services by signing and returning this contract along with a non-refundable, non-transferable reservation retainer equal to the amount of £100 (one hundred pounds). No date is reserved until the contract and retainer are received. The balance due for the photography services £300 (Three Hundred) must be paid in full no less than 30 days prior to {date10}. The photographer is not responsible for reminding the Bride & Groom of due payments. In the event fails to remit payment as specified, the Photographer shall have the right to immediately terminate this Agreement with no further obligation, retain any monies already paid, and not attend this event.

Services or merchandise not included in this initial contract will be sold at the current price when an order is placed.

All prices are subject to change at any time without notice.

Travel expenses will be incurred for any event outside of
England. The Bride & Groom agrees to pay the travel fee £0 (Zero) agreed upon in this contract.

Travel fees may include but are not limited to fuel, airline tickets, hotel, rental car, and miscellaneous expenses.

If for any reason the Bride & Groom cancels this contract with less than six months before the wedding day, Photographer will keep the retainer and any payments made up to point of cancellation. Cancellation must be made in writing, signed by the contracted party, and sent via recorded post. If the Bride & Groom fails to supply written cancellation as specified before the {date10} or cancels within six months of the {date10}, the Bride & Groom shall be required to pay the full balance due. If there is insufficient time to submit a cancellation notice via recorded post, an email from those under contract is acceptable, along with a
letter mailed immediately. The photographer is not responsible for lost, delayed, or undelivered post.

In the event that the Bride & Groom reschedules the wedding and Photographer is able to rebook the original for an event of equal or greater value, the Bride & Groom will receive credit for all monies already paid. A new contract will be required. The new package price will reflect pricing in effect when the
date change occurs. Credit may be applied to wedding coverage within one year of (at which time the credit expires). Photography credits may only be used for the couple under contract for a marriage to each other, is non-transferable, and is subject to the Photographer's availability. Credits are not redeemable for cash. If the photographer is unable to rebook the original for equal or greater value, all paid monies paid will be forfeited and non-refundable.

When a cancellation occurs within six months of the wedding due to an emergency such as
serious injuries, serious illness or death to the signing parties to this agreement or their immediate families,
Photographer retains the deposit but will return any of the remaining balance that has been paid. For the purpose of this agreement, the immediate family will consist of parents, stepparents, brothers, sisters, spouse,
and children as well as myself and bride or groom. Either party (the Bride & Groom or Photographer) may invoke this clause up to the wedding day.

The photographer may substitute another photographer in the event of
Photographer's illness. In the event of such substitution, Photographer warrants that the photographer taking the photographs shall be a competent professional. In the event that one Photographer of a team becomes ill during a session, it is understood that the other Photographer is capable and will complete the session without a second Photographer.

If Photographer is unable to perform any or all of the duties herein for any reason, including but not limited to, fire, transportation problems, acts of God, accident, illness, theft, or technical problems, and if he/she cannot provide another competent professional, all money received by Photographer, minus expenses or work already completed, will be returned to the Bride & Groom, and Photographer shall have no further liability with respect to this agreement. This limitation of liability also applies to any loss/damage of photographs or failure to deliver photographs for any reason. Liability for a partial loss of photographs shall be pro-rated based on the percentage of the total. The sole remedy for any actions or claims shall be limited to a refund whose total amount cannot exceed the total monies paid by under this Agreement during the time preceding the date on which such liability arises.

It is understood that Devon Wedding Photography shall be the exclusive photographer retained for the event. The photographer may bring an assistant at their discretion. Videographers and other
vendors, as well as semi-professional photographers, must not obstruct or interfere with the official
photography and are not allowed to take any still photos during formal sessions, including but not limited to
Family, Wedding Party, and Couple Formals. Wedding guests may take photos, but it is the responsibility of the
Bride & Groom to prevent family and friends from interfering with the Photographer's duties. Guests will be asked to refrain from taking flash photographs at certain intervals of wedding services to ensure proper exposure of images. The photographer is not responsible for compromised coverage due to causes beyond their control such as other people's camera or flash, the lateness of the bride, groom, family members and bridal party members or other principles, weather conditions, schedule complications, rendering of decorations, or restrictions of the venues or officiate. The photographer is not responsible for wardrobe malfunctions or persons physical appearance. Photographer reserves the right to refuse to take equipment out in the rain/snow and in or near water. The photographer is not responsible for any damage or injuries that may be sustained due to but not limited to photos taken in or near water. The photographer is not responsible for existing backgrounds or poor lighting conditions (which may negatively impact or restrict the photography coverage). Maximum light is suggested for best results indoors for ceremonies, formals, and receptions. Notification of any changes in schedule or location must be made in a timely manner. Changes can be made by email for documentation. If email is sent, confirmation of receipt must be obtained. The Bride & Groom agrees to confirm the schedule no later than one week prior to the event.

Ensuring the appropriate behaviour of all guests and other persons at the wedding and other
events covered by Photographer shall be the responsibility of the Bride & Groom. In the event Photographer
or their employee experiences any inappropriate, threatening, hostile or offensive behaviour from any guest or another person at the wedding or other event (including, but not limited to, harassment from intoxicated persons, badgering, unwelcome sexual advances and verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature) then the following process shall be followed: first offence: a verbal warning will be issued to a family member of the
Bride & Groom; second offence: the offending person will be required to leave the wedding or event; third
offence: Photographer will end wedding coverage immediately and leave the event, Photographer shall be
entitled to retain all monies paid hereunder and agrees to relieve and hold Photographer harmless as a result
of incomplete wedding or event photography coverage. It is understood that the Photographer will not negotiate
any services with anyone not stated in this contract.

Photographer will provide coverage for the dates, locations and continuous hours specified in this Agreement. Coverage begins as soon as the Photographer arrives at the photography location. If one
The photographer begins before the other, photography coverage commences when the first photographer arrives. Additional travel or coverage hours may be added by agreement, no later than 30 days prior to the wedding and must be paid in full with the remaining balance. Photographer reserves the right to take on other commissions outside of the times specified in this contract. Every reasonable effort will be made to take requested pictures, but no specific pose or photograph can be promised. Any lists supplied or requested photos will be used for organizational purposes only. While the Photographer will make every reasonable effort to take photos specifically requested by the Bride & Groom, the Bride & Groom understands that this is an uncontrolled event and that due to the vagaries of the weather, available light, time restrictions, willingness of subject, etc. Photographer cannot possibly guarantee that all requested photos will be taken. Images determined by the photographer to be substandard or duplicated may be edited out. The Photographer will use their professional judgment and sole discretion to select which photos to deliver. Such selection shall constitute all images that will be made available to the Bride & Groom.

All photographs taken by Devon Wedding Photography are Photographer's property, will remain their property and are protected by UK Copyright Laws. The Bride & Groom hereby waives any claims for ownership, income, editorial control and use of the images. Violators of this UK law will be subject to its civil and criminal penalties.

Authorship credit in the name of the Photographer (Devon Wedding Photography) with a link to the Photographers domain (www.devonweddingphotography.net) to accompany any images when necessary.

This contract serves as a model release giving the Photographer the irrevocable right to use the photographs in all forms and in all media and in all manners, without any restriction as to changes or alterations, for advertising, trade, promotion, exhibition, or any other lawful purposes. The Photographer can grant use of the images to third parties and all compensation for use and credit for the images remain the property of Devon Wedding Photography. The Bride & Groom waives any right to inspect or approve the photograph(s), finished version(s) incorporating the photograph(s), or the use to which it may be applied, including written copy that may be created and appear in connection therewith. This release is binding on the Bride & Groom, their legal representatives, heirs, and assigns.

Prints & other photographic products relating to the service provided in this agreement will be separate through The Sale of Goods Act 1979 and outside of this agreement. 

Images are delivered in large JPEG format on a hosted online gallery. It is understood that the photographer will not distribute raw files or unedited images. Upon receipt of a URL to the hosted online gallery, the Bride & Groom accepts all responsibility for archiving and protecting the photographs.
Photographer does not permanently archive image files. The photographer is not responsible for the lifespan of any digital media provided, or for any future changes in digital technology or media readers that might result in an inability to read discs/USBs provided. It is the Bride & Groom's responsibility to make sure that digital files are copied to new media as required. The gallery login information will be sent via email.

Unless agreed upon prior to any editing work, images provided will be colour images. An alternately coloured version of a photo may be purchased at the current rate. Limited colour correction and/or retouching are included at Photographer's discretion. The Bride & Groom may request further changes for an additional charge of £50 per hour. The photographer is not responsible for any prints that are not ordered directly from Photographer. The Bride & Groom may not edit, adjust, crop, or alter Photographers images in any way. Versions of images with specific edits such as Black and White, Sepia, or other effects will be applied to images at the Photographer’s discretion.

The Bride & Groom is responsible to schedule, receive permission, and provide required payments and gratuities in order to use various locations for photography. The is responsible to arrange for backup photography locations in case of poor weather conditions including rain, wind, snow, etc.

It is the Bride & Grooms option to provide the Photographers a meal with assigned seating for events of five hours or longer. If no meal is provided, it is understood the Photographers will leave the event for a half-hour to purchase a meal. Meal breaks do not pause the consecutive wedding photography coverage. The Photographer is not responsible for any photos that may be missed while obtaining a meal.

The following are approximate dates and may be subject to change due to high volume weekends.

BOOKING - Deposit and Photography Agreement received by the Photographer and /times are reserved.

6 MONTHS BEFORE THE WEDDING - Any cancellations from this point on are now subject to full payment.

30 DAYS BEFORE THE WEDDING - Any remaining balance is due and final payments must be made.

1 WEEK BEFORE THE WEDDING - must have agreed on final photography details including getting ready addresses, photography locations, timeline for the wedding day, etc.

THE WEDDING DAY

4 WEEKS AFTER THE WEDDING - Photographer will email login details for the hosted online gallery. The

Photographer on the basis of photographic excellence selects images included in the gallery.