Terms and Conditions
By booking a session with Day-Dream Photography, you acknowledge and agree to the following terms:
1. Retainer & Payment
A 50% non-refundable retainer is required to secure your session date.
The remaining balance must be paid on or before the session day.
All payments are non-refundable, except if the Photographer cancels.
If rescheduled, the retainer will transfer to the new date (based on Photographer availability).
2. Rescheduling & Cancellations
At least 48 hours’ notice is required to reschedule and transfer your retainer.
If the Photographer cancels due to an emergency, you may choose a full refund or a rescheduled session.
3. Session Expectations & Cooperation
Client agrees to follow Photographer’s pre-session guidelines and preparation instructions.
Maternity sessions should be scheduled between 28–34 weeks for best results.
The Photographer is not responsible for uncooperative children, family members, or external factors.
Client is encouraged to share preferences before/during the session, while Photographer provides posing guidance.
4. Editing & Artistic Discretion
Photographer maintains a fine art style and retains full creative control over editing.
All edits (skin retouching, color correction, enhancements) are done at Photographer’s discretion.
RAW or unedited images will not be provided.
Additional edits outside of the standard workflow may incur fees and are not guaranteed.
Editing begins only after the balance is paid in full.
5. Delivery of Images & Turnaround
Proof gallery will be delivered via CloudSpot within 3 weeks of the session.
Final high-resolution, watermark-free images are provided after selections are made.
Galleries remain active for 30 days; it is the Client’s responsibility to download and back up images.
6. Print Release & Usage Rights
Client receives a personal-use print release for printing and sharing images.
Images may not be altered, re-edited, or filtered.
Photographer is not responsible for third-party print quality.
7. Archival & Storage
Images are only stored for 6 months after delivery.
Client must download and back up all images upon gallery delivery.
8. Liability & Safety
Photographer takes precautions for a safe environment but is not liable for injuries, allergic reactions, or accidents.
Client is responsible for their own safety and should communicate any limitations or concerns.
9. Model Release
Client grants permission for Photographer to use images for portfolio, website, social media, and marketing.
If the Client declines, this must be indicated in the booking questionnaire before the session.
10. Health & Illness
Notify Photographer immediately if anyone in your household is sick before the session — rescheduling will be arranged at no penalty.
Clients showing signs of illness (coughing, sneezing, fever, cold/flu symptoms) will be turned away, and the deposit will be forfeited.
Open communication is encouraged — Photographer will always work with you to find a new date.
✨ By proceeding with booking, you agree to the above Terms and Conditions.