Terms and Conditions

When booking a session, you agree to these terms of service upon paying your retainer fee.  Any trade work agreed to by Iburi Photography (PHOTOGRAPHER) and another vendor is still subject to these terms and conditions.

This agreement made by and between Iburi Photography (PHOTOGRAPHER) and (CLIENT), contains the entire understanding between PHOTOGRAPHER and the CLIENT. There is no understanding between the parties verbal or otherwise than contained in this agreement. It supersedes all prior and simultaneous agreements between the parties. The only way to add or change this agreement is to do so in writing, signed by all the parties. If the parties want to waive one provision of this agreement, that does not mean that any other provision is also waived. The party against whom a waiver is sought must have signed the waiver in writing.

  1. Payments – An initial deposit of 20% is required with the signed contract to hold shooting dates and pre-production planning. Security deposits are non-refundable unless services are terminated 2 weeks after booking. The remaining payment is due 30 days before the service date.

  2. Delivery of Finished Product – PHOTOGRAPHER will deliver the photo(s) to the CLIENT by Online Proof Gallery available 5-8 weeks from the date of service. Printed materials will take 4-6 weeks from order date.

  3. High Resolution Files – Where the ownership of the high-resolution digital files (negatives) are included with the package, you agree to assume full responsibility for the care and condition of said digital files. PHOTOGRAPHER recommends storing copies in several locations, including off site storage. PHOTOGRAPHER is not responsible for the color reproduction of enlargements from these files that have been taken to non-professional and/or consumer type labs. PHOTOGRAPHER will keep a copy of these files for 10+ years after the date of service. Requests for additional and/or replacement copies of these files will incur an additional cost of $500.

  4. Time Required – The customer should attempt to provide PHOTOGRAPHER with adequate time to perform the photo shoot portion. PHOTOGRAPHER cannot be held responsible for timelines that do not run on schedule and subsequently cut down the time allotted for photos, thereby not providing the CLIENT with all the photos expected. PHOTOGRAPHER will also not be responsible for photos that are not completed due to the possibly uncooperative nature of the individuals to be included in any photographs. It is the CLIENT’S responsibility to inform all participating parties, that the photos are occurring and as to where and when.

  5. Permits – The CLIENT is responsible for obtaining all necessary permits required for photo locations and to make arrangements to have said permit available on the wedding date.

  6. Copyright/Usage – PHOTOGRAPHER will retain the copyright of the photographs and permission is hereby given for PHOTOGRAPHER to use these photos for future advertising, studio display, competition, exhibits and/or reproduction.

  7. Exclusive Rights – It is understood that PHOTOGRAPHER is the exclusive Official Photographer retained to perform the services requested in this contract

  8. Postponement / Cancellation – In the event of postponement or cancellation of the affair/contract, PHOTOGRAPHER will use the retainer fee towards a replacement date that is suitable to both parties. There are no extra fees or charges if dates are changed. If an abrupt cancellation occurs and other services have been provided leading up to the event, the security deposit and any other additional payments will not be refunded.

  9. Studio Liability – PHOTOGRAPHER will take the utmost care with respect to the production, post-production and delivery of the photo(s). However, in the event PHOTOGRAPHER fails to comply with the terms in this contract, due to any event or act outside the control of PHOTOGRAPHER, is limited to the retainer fees ONLY.

  10. Travel Expenses – PHOTOGRAPHER charges $0.80/mile for travel expenses (First 75 Miles no-charge) unless otherwise stated.

  11. Fees – an administration fee of $25.00 will be applied to NSF Checks.