DHB Photography - Wedding Photography Agreement Contract

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY AGREEMENT - DHB PHOTOGRAPHY

Wedding Date: __/__/____ Time Photography Starts: _:__ Time Photography Ends: _:__

Wedding Location: __________________________________________________________

Reception Location: __________________________________________________________

Bride’s Name (CLIENT): ___________ Phone: ___-___-____

Address: _____________________________________

Groom’s Name (CLIENT): ___________ Phone: ___-___-____

Address: _____________________________________

Photographer: Dain H. Binder; DHB Photography; 1239 Berkshire Ave 2^nd Fl; Indian Orchard, MA 01151 – 413-543-4891

Photography fee agreed to: $___.__. A deposit of $150.00 is due at the signing of this agreement, with $___.__ due on __/__/____ and the balance of $___.__ to be paid on delivery of the proofs.

Expenses: The client is responsible for providing a meal at the reception for the photographer.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES AND GOODS INCLUDED FOR THE FEE STATED ABOVE:

1) __________________________________________________________

2) __________________________________________________________

3) __________________________________________________________

4) __________________________________________________________

5) __________________________________________________________

6) __________________________________________________________

7) __________________________________________________________

ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This agreement contains the entire understanding between DHB Photography and the CLIENT in regards to the wedding photography coverage. 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.

RESERVATION: A signed agreement and retainer of $150.00 are required to reserve the specified coverage. The retainer is non-refundable.

PRE-EVENT CONSULTATION: The parties agree to a pre-event consultation two to three weeks before the event date in order to finalize the actual shooting times, locations, and CLIENT'S request list (in writing) for specific photographs beyond the standard pictures taken. (Visit http://dhbphotography.com/piclist.htm to view the standard pictures taken.)

FORMAL PHOTOGRAPHS: The bride and or groom agree to set aside at least a 45-minute time frame after or before the ceremony for formal photographs. If the bride or grooms late arrival prevents this time from occurring the photographer shall not be held liable for failure to take desired photographs.

COOPERATION: The parties agree to cheerful cooperation and communication for the best possible result within the definition of this assignment. DHB Photography recommends that CLIENT designate an "event guide" to point out important individuals for informal or candid photographs to the photographer during the wedding that they wish to have photographed. The photographer will not be held accountable for not photographing desired people if there is no one to assist in identifying people or gathering people for photographs. DHB Photography is not responsible if key individuals fail to appear or cooperate during photography sessions or for missed images due to details not revealed to DHB Photography.

SHOOTING TIME / ADDITIONS: The photography schedule and selected methodology are designed to accomplish the goals and wishes of the CLIENT in a manner enjoyed by all parties. CLIENT and DHB Photography agree that cheerful cooperation and punctuality are therefore essential to that purpose. Shooting commences at the scheduled start time.

HOUSE RULES: The photographer is limited by the guidelines of the ceremony official or reception site management. CLIENT agrees to accept the technical results of their imposition on the photographer. Negotiation with the officials for moderation of guidelines is CLIENT'S responsibility; DHB Photography will offer technical recommendations only.

COPYRIGHTS: The photographs produced by DHB Photography are protected by Federal Copyright Law (all rights reserved) and may not be reproduced in any manner without DHB Photography's explicit written permission. If purchased, the negatives and/or digital images are the property of CLIENT for personal use and for the purposes of the reproduction and giving of photographs to friends and relatives. A copyright release letter will be furnished to you. The CLIENT must obtain additional written permission from and compensate DHB Photography prior to the CLIENT or its friends and relatives publishing or selling the photographs for profit.

EXHIBITION: CLIENT grants DHB Photography permission to display selected images resulting from this assignment as an example of DHB Photography’s work and for entrance into photographic competitions and releases all claims to profits that may arise from use of images.

MODEL RELEASE: The CLIENT hereby grants to DHB Photography and its legal representatives and assigns, the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish photographs of the CLIENT or in which the CLIENT may be included, for editorial, trade, advertising and any other purpose and in any manner and medium; to alter the same without restriction; and to copyright the same. The CLIENT hereby releases DHB Photography and its legal representatives and assigns from all claims and liability relating to said photographs.

LIMIT OF LIABILITY: In the unlikely event that the photographer is injured, becomes too ill to photograph the event, or cannot perform this agreement due to fire, casualty, nature, terror, or other cause beyond the control of the parties, DHB Photography will make every effort to secure a replacement photographer. If the situation should occur and a suitable replacement is not found, responsibility and liability is limited to the return of all payments received for the event package. DHB Photography takes the utmost care with respect to exposure, transportation, and processing the photographs. However, in the unlikely event that the photographs have been lost, stolen, or destroyed for reasons within or beyond DHB Photography's control, DHB Photography liability is limited to the return of all payments received for the event package. The limit of liability for a partial loss of originals shall be a prorated amount of the exposures lost based on the percentage of total number of originals.

CANCELLATION: In the event of cancellation, the security deposit of $150.00 paid is non-refundable. If the cancellation occurs within the thirty days prior to the event a charge of $300.00 will be due or deducted from any deposits before a refund is given.

RESCHEDULING: If your wedding date changes from the one stated in this agreement you may reschedule to any other available date. In the event that DHB Photography is not available the cancellation policy above will be enacted. A new agreement must be signed with the new dates.

BREACH: In the event of non-payment of amount due on __/__/____ this agreement will be considered cancelled and subject to the cancellation policy above. At the sole discretion of DHB Photography the agreement may be reinstated by paying the entire balance of the photography fee agreed to.

I have read and understood the terms above. I hereby agree to the terms of this agreement. I agree that I received all pages (2) of this agreement.