Family Photography Newborn Session Contract

FAMILY PHOTOGRAPHY NEWBORN SESSION CONTRACT

Parties and Effective Date

This Agreement is entered into on the date: Day: Month: Year: between Photographer Name: and Client Name: .

Photographer Business Name: • Photographer Contact:

Client Contact Address:

WHEREAS

WHEREAS, Photographer is engaged in the business of professional family and newborn photography and possesses the skill, equipment, and staff necessary to provide photographic services to Client; and

WHEREAS, Client desires to retain Photographer to provide a newborn photography session under the terms set forth in this Agreement and Photographer is willing to provide such services pursuant to the terms herein.

WHEREAS, the parties intend that this Agreement set forth their entire understanding regarding the session, deliverables, payment, ownership of images, and related obligations.

Scope of Work

Session Type: • Session Date: • Session Location:

Payment Terms

Total Fee for Services: $.

Deposit: Client shall pay a non-refundable deposit of $ to secure the session. Deposit is due upon signing and will be applied to the Total Fee.

Balance Due: The remaining balance of $ is due by . Payment not received by this date will incur a late fee of per month on the outstanding balance.

Accepted Payment Methods: . Returned payment will incur a fee of $.

Cancellation and Rescheduling

If Client cancels more than days before the scheduled Session Date, Photographer will retain the deposit but will not charge additional fees. Cancellation within days of the Session Date will result in full payment of the Total Fee unless Photographer is able to rebook the session for the same date and time.

Rescheduling is subject to Photographer availability. If Photographer must reschedule for reasons beyond Client control, Photographer will propose a new date; if no agreeable date is available, any prepaid amounts will be refunded less the non-refundable deposit.

Delivery, Retouching, and Format

Deliverables: Photographer will deliver in .

Delivery Timeframe: Delivery of edited proofs will occur within of the Session Date, subject to timely payment and Client cooperation.

Retouching: Photographer includes basic color correction and minor retouching for images. Additional retouching or special edits are available for an extra fee to be agreed in writing.

Ownership, License and Model Release

Copyright and Ownership: Photographer retains all copyright and ownership in the original image files, negatives, and digital files. Upon full payment, Photographer grants Client a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use delivered images for personal, non-commercial use only, including private printing and display.

Restrictions: Client shall not sell, sublicense, or authorize third parties to exploit the images for commercial purposes without a separate written license from Photographer.

Model Release: Client hereby grants Photographer the irrevocable right to use, reproduce, display, and publish images of the newborn and family for Photographer's portfolio, advertising, website, and social media, unless Client opts out by checking the box below.

Client opts out of granting usage rights for promotional purposes

Confidentiality

Each party agrees to keep confidential all non-public business information of the other party obtained under this Agreement that is designated as confidential or that reasonably should be understood to be confidential. Confidential information does not include information that: (i) is or becomes publicly known through no wrongful act of the receiving party, (ii) is received from a third party without breach of any obligation of confidentiality, or (iii) is independently developed without use of the other party's confidential information.

Safety, Liability, and Indemnification

Newborn Safety: Client is responsible for ensuring a safe environment and must inform Photographer of any medical conditions, allergies, or special handling instructions prior to the session. Photographer will take commercially reasonable precautions for infant safety, but Client assumes all responsibility for the newborn's safety during the session.

Limitation of Liability: Photographer's liability for any claim arising under this Agreement shall be limited to the total amount of fees paid by Client to Photographer under this Agreement. Photographer shall not be liable for incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

Indemnification: Client agrees to indemnify and hold Photographer harmless from any claims, damages, liabilities, and expenses arising from Client's breach of this Agreement or from Client's negligence or willful misconduct.

Term and Termination

Term: This Agreement commences on the Effective Date and continues until completion and delivery of all agreed deliverables, unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Section. Start Date: End Date (if applicable):

Termination: Either party may terminate this Agreement upon days written notice. Termination by Client does not relieve Client of payment obligations for services already performed or non-refundable fees.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

This Agreement will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute arising under this Agreement shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in that State.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, including any attachments and documents incorporated by reference, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements, representations, and understandings. Any amendment or modification to this Agreement must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Acknowledgement

By signing below, Client acknowledges that they have read, understand, and accept the terms of this Agreement and that they are authorized to enter into this Agreement on behalf of all persons to be photographed.

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