Michael Diangelo Photography

Last Updated: 02.25.23

 

1. By agreeing to book a session with me, you are agreeing to the following terms hereafter:

 

2. A deposit will be required to reserve a session.

a. Deposits will be paid via the online checkout or an invoice. If agreed upon, Cashapp or Zelle will be accepted.

b. The deposit is non-refundable if the client cancels. However, if I am not able to perform the requested service at the agreed time, the client will be offered the opportunity to reschedule or to be refunded in full.

c. If the client wishes to reschedule from the day and time originally agreed upon, there will be a $35 reschedule fee.

d. If there are packages listed on the website, clients will have the opportunity to either pay a deposit or pay in full ahead of the shoot.

 

3. The remaining balance will be due by the end of the shoot. Payments can be made via the invoice, or Cashapp & Zelle if agreed prior to the shoot.

a. If there are packages listed on the website, clients will have the opportunity to do so.

b. No photography will be released to the client and no rights to images are granted until timely payment is made in full.

 

4. The standard return time is up to 4 weeks. This means your pictures will be returned within that time frame. How fast? Depends on the scope of the project. You will have the option to expedite your return time according to your needs.

a. Please do not go out out your way to ask me when the pictures will be ready, early into the time period allocated for editing, unless you have requested expedited service. There is typically a cue, and on average I do not start projects until the following week, unless the project is expedited.

b. If more time is required to complete the project, I will reach out to you and inform you before the deadline.

c. You are strongly encouraged not to schedule last minute, and put pressure on me to expedite edits – I will charge a fee if I am not able to freely complete the project at my pace.

 

5. Studio reservations are made after the deposit is paid.

a. Studio availability is based on a first come first served basis.

b. There is an hourly fee for rental, and there will be a charge for the next hour if we go over time.

 

6. For location shoots (shoots outside of the studio), a transportation fee will be charged.

a. All costs for travel to a booked event or shoot are to be paid by the client.

b. Costs may include, but not limited to:

Gas/Toll/Airfare/Uber or Lyft

Hotel accommodations for out of state and multi-day events

In-town transportation, if out of state via rental or Uber/Lyft.

 

7. If additional equipment is necessary to accomplish the goal of the project, the client will be responsible to cover the cost of acquiring the necessary equipment and tools.

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8. Edits – Due to time constraints, there is a current limit of 3 edits per look or outfit

a. Additional edits may be granted, however, they will be placed at the back of the cue, if there is one.

b. The return time is fresher for all new edit requests.

c. You are entitled to up to 3 free revisions.

 

9. Creative discussion will be kept to a minimum until a deposit has been made or a session is paid for.

 

10. COPYRIGHT – Unless otherwise specified, it is understood that any and all rights to proofs, final or sample prints, thereof shall remain the property of MDRHONE, LLC. (In other words, the copyright of ALL the images belong to me)

a. Images may or may not be used for promotional or educational purposes, such as: online advertising, displayed on my website, displayed on my social media platforms, used for print publications etc.

b. Images may be used in before and after, and behind-the-scenes related content for advertising and educational purposes.

i. If you are uncomfortable/shy/insecure about the idea of being seen in before and after content, please disclose that below.

ii. Please understand that you are not entitled to exemption, that being said, my discretion is lenient.

iii. If you fail to disclose your desire of NOT wanting to be featured in before and after content, it will be assumed you don’t mind.

 

11. WAIVER AND INDEMNIFICATION – Client and its agent’s, family members, and assignees, if any, shall indemnify, and hold harmless, MDRHONE, LLC and Michael D. Rhone from any and all claims for damages arising out of the performance of any of the services contemplated by this Agreement with the exception of intentional or illegal acts.

 

12.EXTRA TIME – Any additional time spent photographing, shall be charged at the rate of $75 per hour, after the session time has expired. The photographer may elect to perform this service or refuse to do so, at his sole discretion. The client agrees to pay these services as invoiced, and may be required to pay for these services ahead of their provision.

a. There is a 15 minute grace period for tardiness.

i. If for some reason I am late, you are entitled to that time in addition to your scheduled time.
 

​​13. CLIENT’S COOPERATION–  Results may vary. Deliverable items and shots are contingent upon the client performing actions and cooperating with the Photographer. The Photographer is not liable if the Client’s neglect leads to a compromise of what has been agreed upon. The Photographer shall not be responsible for photographs not taken as a result of the Client’s failure to provide reasonable assistance or cooperation.  Please ensure that guests do not interfere with the photographer and his duty; all guests should yield to the photographer.

a. Clients are strongly encouraged to practice their poses or at least have a plan of action ahead of the shoot.

b. Clients are strongly encouraged to bring accessory items that will facilitate a better final outcome: (brush, comb, lipstick, edge control, hair spray, lotion, makeup etc).​

 

14. DIGITAL FILES & PRINTS – All final files will almost always be sent via WeTransfer. A Google folder may be sent as a backup if that doesn’t work. Physical prints are offered only in metal.

a. I may or may not text progress images or completed images as I complete them.

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15. CLIENT USAGE/LICNESE – The Client is obtaining digital files for personal, portfolio, or business purposes. You are free to use or share the images as you see fit as it pertains to those uses, however without my explicit written consent:
a. The Client shall not sell said photographs/prints
b. No commercial use is granted, by the issuance of print or digital photos
       i. Please request approval if you wish to use images commercially
       ii. A fee will be discussed, depending on the scope of the use.

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16. By signing, you agree that you fully understand and will be bound only by the terms above. Any other terms must be agreed to in writing. Otherwise, the above terms will be considered the consolidated, exclusive terms between you and the photographer.
 

If you have any questions feel free to contact me at mdr@michaeldiangelo.com or (973)671-4800