Definitions
For the purposes of this agreement,
The Photographer is Matthew Marsh trading as Matt Marsh Photography Ltd. The Client, refers to the person / persons / Company listed on the booking. Photograph / Image means all photographic material supplied by Matt Marsh Photography Ltd, this includes prints, files, designs or any other item that is supplied by Matt Marsh Photography Ltd for the purpose of reproduction. Session / Photoshoot / Shoot refers to the date / time allocated to the client to conduct the booking
Booking / Cancellations / Payments
STUDIO HIRE
The client will be required to initiate the booking via Matt Marsh Photography Ltd’s website / online booking platform currently Calendly.
FULL payment is due immediately to secure the date / time chosen by the client, the amount will vary depending on the type of hire booked. Payments are made via debit / credit card on my online booking portal ( calendly ) via stripe. The payment is non refundable and non transferable. If the client decides to cancel all monies will be forfeited. A no show will be considered a cancellation. Always Email Matt Marsh Photography Ltd as soon as possible to discuss cancelation reasoning / options. You will receive confirmation of your session by email and text if you opt in to text messages. All hire include the use of my lighting / props / gym equipment subject to availability – the upmost care is taken to ensure the condition of props, any use during photo shoots, is entirely at the clients’ risk and can only be used providing a PAR-Q Health questionnaire has been filled out. It is the responsibility of the client to notify the photographer if there are any medical conditions or physical disabilities that may have an effect on the hire. Any damage / breakages by the hirer or their clients / attendees, must be paid by the hirer with immediate effect. The hirer and any subcontractors must have 5million public liability insurance. On making a booking you have clicked the tick box confirming you agree to these terms and conditions.
Cancellation by the Photographer
Every effort will be made not to cancel, however in the unlikely event I need to for any operational or reasons beyond my control such as but not limited to ( Sickness, Death, Injury, Flood, Snow, Power-cut, Breakdown etc ) I will let you know at my earliest opportunity and will be limited to a full refund of monies paid to Matt Marsh Photography Ltd only. I cannot be held liable for any 3rd party services / costs such as – (Make Up, Hair, Tans, Hotels, Travel etc )
Session
Matt Marsh Photography Ltd will make every effort to ensure all equipment is available however due to essential repairs it will not be guaranteed therefore I ask you discuss your hire prior to booking. To allow Matt Marsh Photography Ltd to fulfil its contracted duty of hire, all 3rd Party contractors ( videographers / make up artists etc ) must contact Matt Marsh Photography Ltd and email a copy of their public liability insurance, minimum 5 Million. Minors are not permitted in Matt Marsh Photography’s studio nor can they be accompanied by an adult. Matt Marsh Photography Ltd reserves the right to refuse anyone access to the studio.
Failure / Force Majeure or Act of God
Whilst every care is taken at every stage of the process, Matt Marsh Photography Ltd shall not be liable to the client for any failure, in whole or in part, to fulfil their obligations of a booking where failure arises as a result of an event or circumstances beyond their control, which may include (but are not limited to) equipment failure, inclement weather, illness or injury. Although all equipment is checked regularly and reasonable steps are taken to ensure backup equipment is available. Matt Marsh Photography can accept no responsibility for any losses incurred as a result of any such failure beyond a full refund of the booking fee.
Limitation of Liability
In the unlikely event of a total photographic failure or cancellation of this contract by either party or in any other circumstance the liability of one party to the other shall be limited to the total value of the contract. Neither party shall be liable for indirect or consequential loss.
Personal Accident
Any directions issued to clients, their guests or employees during a photographic shoot are deemed to be at said persons own risk. The photographer cannot be held responsible for any personal accidents during a photographic shoot.
Agreement
The Client has read and understood the terms of this agreement. This agreement contains the entire understanding between Matt Marsh Photography Ltd and the Client. The only way to add or change this agreement is to do so in writing, signed by all the parties. On making a booking you have clicked the tick box confirming you agree to these terms and conditions.
Applicable Law
This agreement shall be governed by the laws of England and Wales
