Terms and Conditions
Welcome to Alpha Media Photography. By booking our services or using our website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following terms and conditions. Please read them carefully before engaging with our services. If you do not agree with these terms, please refrain from using our services.
1. Definitions
- "We," "Us," "Our" refers to Alpha Media Photography.
- "Client" refers to the person or persons engaging our photography services.
- "Services" refers to all photography services provided by Alpha Media Photography, including weddings, parties, birthday shoots, group tours, and honeymoon tours.
2. Booking and Payment
- Booking Confirmation: A booking is only confirmed once a deposit or full payment (as agreed) has been received and the terms of the engagement are outlined.
- Deposit: A non-refundable deposit of [Insert Percentage] is required at the time of booking to secure your date. The remaining balance must be paid before or on the day of the event.
- Payment Methods: We accept payment via credit card, bank transfer, or other secure methods agreed upon at the time of booking.
3. Cancellation and Refund Policy
- Client Cancellation: If you cancel the booking, the deposit is non-refundable. Cancellations made less than [Insert Time Period] before the event may be subject to additional fees.
- Rescheduling: If you need to reschedule, please provide at least [Insert Time Period] notice. We will do our best to accommodate your new date, subject to availability.
- Photographer Cancellation: In the unlikely event that we need to cancel due to unforeseen circumstances, we will provide a full refund or offer to reschedule based on mutual agreement.
4. Image Delivery and Turnaround Time
- Delivery: Edited digital images will be delivered via an online gallery within [Insert Time Frame, e.g., 2-4 weeks] from the date of the event, unless otherwise stated in your package.
- Image Format: We provide high-resolution JPEG files as standard. Additional formats may be requested but may incur extra charges.
- Delivery of Prints and Albums: If your package includes prints or albums, please allow an additional [Insert Time Frame] for their production and delivery.
- Client Satisfaction: If the client is not satisfied with the final images, we will discuss reasonable revisions. However, additional editing beyond what is agreed in the contract may incur extra charges.
5. Intellectual Property and Usage Rights
- Copyright: All images captured by Alpha Media Photography are the exclusive property of Alpha Media Photography. We retain full copyright ownership unless agreed otherwise in writing.
- Client Usage: Clients are granted personal usage rights to the photos. This includes sharing the images on social media, printing for personal use, or gifting them to friends and family. However, clients may not use the images for commercial purposes without express written permission.
- Portfolio Usage: We reserve the right to use the images for our own promotional purposes, including but not limited to our website, social media, and printed marketing materials, unless the client requests otherwise in writing.
6. Liability
- Damage or Loss: We take every care to ensure the safety and quality of your images. However, in the event of unforeseen technical failures, loss of data, or other circumstances beyond our control, our liability is limited to a refund of any amounts paid for the service. We cannot be held liable for any consequential losses.
- Force Majeure: We are not responsible for any failure to perform our services due to causes beyond our control, including but not limited to, acts of God, natural disasters, war, strikes, or pandemics.
7. Model Release
By hiring Alpha Media Photography, the client grants permission for all individuals photographed to be included in the images and grants us the right to use the images for marketing and promotional purposes. If you wish to opt out of this, please notify us in writing before or during the photoshoot.
8. Client Responsibilities
- Timeliness: It is the client’s responsibility to ensure that all agreed-upon start times are adhered to on the day of the event. Delays may result in reduced coverage without refund.
- Permissions for Location: The client must secure necessary permissions for photography at the chosen venues or locations. Any costs or restrictions related to these permissions are the responsibility of the client.
- Cooperation: The client agrees to cooperate with the photographer during the session. Lack of cooperation or significant disruption may result in suboptimal results or termination of the session without refund.
9. Third-Party Vendors
We may recommend or work with third-party vendors (e.g., for albums, prints, or other services). However, Alpha Media Photography is not responsible for the services provided by these third parties.
10. Governing Law
These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Insert Country/State]. Any disputes arising from the use of our services will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in [Insert Location].
11. Amendments
We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. The most current version will always be available on our website, and your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
12. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at: