Wedding Photography Agreement
Wedding Photography Agreement
Wedding Photography Agreement
Print TWO copies; fill in the following information, read and initial the pages 1-3,
sign page 4, and return. Both bride and groom must sign. The photographer is not
responsible for mistakes due to missing or incorrect information.
Address: _____________________________________________________________
Email: _______________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
Email: _______________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
Ceremony 2 Time and Date: ________________________
Address: _____________________________________________________________
Coverage:
Pre-Wedding Shoot, Haldi and Mehendi Programs
Offset Album Glossy/Matt
Video DVD Wedding Marathi / Hindi/ Instrumental (reception)
Retainer and Payment: Client 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 25% of the total
photography fee. No date is reserved until the contract and retainer are received. The balance due for
the photography services must be paid in full no less than 30 days before the event date. In the event
Client fails to remit payment as specified, the Photographer shall have the right to immediately
terminate this Agreement with no further obligation, retain any amount already paid, and not attend this
event. Returned checks will be charged a Rs. 500 non-sufficient funds fee, and all future
purchases/payments must be paid by Cashiers Check. Unless the contract is canceled, the retainer fee
shall be applied to the photography fee total.
Cancellation: If for any reason Client cancels this contract before the wedding date, Photographer will
keep the retainer. Cancellation must be made in writing, signed by the contracted party. If Client fails
to supply written cancellation as specified before the wedding date or cancels within 30 days of the
wedding date, Client shall be required to pay the full balance due.
Reschedule: In the event that Client reschedules the wedding and Photographer is able to rebook the
original wedding date, Client will receive credit for the money already paid. A new contract may be
required. The new package price will reflect pricing in effect when the date change occurs. In the event
that Client reschedules the wedding and Photographer is not able to rebook the original wedding date,
Client forfeits the retainer but will receive a credit for the entire money paid. Credit may be applied to
wedding coverage within one year of original date provided Photographer is available.
Liability: If Photographer or his agent 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, or
technical problems, and if he cannot provide another competent professional, all money received by
Photographer, minus expenses, will be returned to Client, 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 total. The sole remedy for any actions or claims shall be
limited to a refund whose total amount cannot exceed the total money paid by Client under this
Agreement during the time preceding the date on which such liability arises.
Photo Discs: Upon receipt of a photo DVD, Client accepts all responsibility for archiving and
protecting the photographs. Photographer does not permanently archive image files. 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 provided. It is Client's
responsibility to make sure that digital files are copied to new media as required.
Responsibilities: Unless agreed upon in advance, the same photographer shall be the exclusive
photographer retained for the event. Photographer may bring one assistant at his 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. Wedding guests may take photos, but it is the responsibility of Client to prevent family and
friends from interfering with Photographer's duties. Photographer is not responsible for compromised
coverage due to causes beyond his 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.
Photographer is not responsible for existing backgrounds or lighting conditions which may negatively
impact or restrict the photography coverage. Client agrees to confirm the schedule one-week prior to
the event and to send the Photographer a copy of the invitation prior to the wedding. Notification of
any changes in schedule or location must be made in a timely manner. Changes can be made by phone
with a follow-up email for documentation. If email is sent, confirmation of receipt must be obtained.
Harassment: Ensuring the appropriate behavior of all guests and other persons at the wedding and
other events covered by Photographer shall be the responsibility of Client. In the event Photographer or
his employee experiences any inappropriate, threatening, hostile or offensive behavior from any guest
or other person at the wedding or other event (including, but not limited to, unwelcome sexual
advances and verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature) then the following process shall be
followed: first offense: a verbal warning will be issued to a family member of the client; second
offense: the offending person will be required to leave the wedding or event; third offense:
Photographer will end wedding coverage immediately and leave the event, Photographer shall be
entitled to retain all money paid hereunder and client agrees to relieve and hold Photographer harmless
as a result of incomplete wedding or event photography coverage.
Coverage: Photographer will provide coverage for the dates, locations and continuous hours specified
in this Agreement. Additional travel or coverage hours may be added by agreement on the wedding day
and must be paid in full before any photos or products are released to the Client. Every reasonable
effort will be made to take requested pictures, but no specific pose or photograph can be promised. Any
lists supplied will be used for organizational purposes only. Images determined by the photographer to
be substandard or duplicated may be edited out. The Photographer will use her professional judgment
and sole discretion to select which photos to deliver. Such selection shall constitute all images that will
be made available to Client.
Image Processing/Printing: Unless agreed upon prior to any editing work, high-resolution discs
and/or proof sets may contain a mixture of color, black and white, and selective color images. An
alternately colored version of a photo may be purchased at the current rate. Limited color correction
and/or retouching are included at Photographer's discretion. Client may request further changes for an
additional charge. Photographer is not responsible for any prints that are not ordered directly from him.
For best results, clients with the high-resolution files should order their prints through a reputable lab.
Model Release: 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 the same. Client 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 Client, their legal representatives, heirs, and assigns.
Copyright: All photographs taken by the photographer are his property, will remain his property and
are protected by Copyright Laws. Client hereby waives any claims for ownership, income, editorial
control and use of the images. Violators of this federal law will be subject to its civil and criminal
penalties.
Reproduction: Client agrees to purchase prints directly from Photographer unless in possession of
high resolution digital files. Client agrees not to scan, copy or reproduce images in any manner without
written permission. Should Photographer become aware of reproduction without permission, Client
will remit a usage fee of Rs1000 per image, per usage to Photographer. If high resolution digital files
are purchased, a written release will be supplied with those files. The release grants Client the right to
reproduce the images provided for their personal use only and does not allow the photos to be altered,
sold or published. Client further agrees not to supply images to any third parties (including vendors
associated with the wedding or album designers).
I have read, understand and agree to the terms and conditions of this Agreement. Each person
signing as Client below shall be fully responsible for ensuring that full payment is made pursuant
to the terms of this Agreement.
Client: ____________________________________________
Date: ________________
Client: ____________________________________________
Date: ________________
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