TERMS & CONDITIONS
CANCELLATION POLICY: I understand that there may be circumstances where you may need to reschedule or cancel your appointment. You can reschedule via Acuity scheduling or contact me at least 48 hours in advance to avoid forfeiting your retainer fee. This will leave ample time for another client who is on a waitlist, to take your spot. In cases of "no shows" this fee is non-refundable. Exceptions will only be made in cases of unforeseen medical illness or emergencies. COVID-19 EXCEPTION: Clients must tell me if they have a fever, aren't feeling well, have been in contact with a sick person or have traveled recently. I will reschedule and they will NOT lose their deposit.
BOOKING: A non-refundable retainer is required to book and hold the date for your session and serves as a cancellation fee. The fee can be credited towards a future session if you reschedule 48 hours ahead of your date/time. All remaining balances are due at the time of the session. Refunds will not be given for the purchase of a Gift Certificate.
PRICES: Prices are subject to change at any time, at the discretion of Danielle Spires. If your gift certificate doesn’t work, please email me. I will always honor gift certificate prices. If you won a contest through my instagram or website, you may not exchange for cash. Contest portraits are good for my Los Angeles studio only, not for popups. Gift codes for contest winners expire after one year.
GIFT CERTIFICATES: You may redeem your Gift Certificate at www.daniellespires.com/studio-pet-photography for shoots only (no in-home available for gift certificates). You may not exchange your Gift Certificate for cash. Gift certificates cannot be used at popup events, as prices are different. Refunds will not be given for the purchase of a Gift Certificate. Balances will not be returned in cash. I reserve the right to refuse to accept Gift Certificates which I believe may have been stolen or obtained in another illegal way. I reserve the right to cancel your Gift Certificate if I suspect it is being used fraudulently or in breach of these Terms and Conditions. I am not responsible for lost or stolen Certificates. You should immediately report any loss, theft, fraudulent or unauthorized use of your Gift Certificate to me. If you lose your Gift Certificate or it is stolen I may, at my sole discretion, replace your Gift Certificate and transfer the balance stored on it to a replacement Certificate. I will require your Gift Certificate Code Number and proof of purchase before I can consider any request to replace your Gift Certificate.
SWEEPSTAKES: If you won a booking through a sweepstakes, the booking is only valid in my Los Angeles studio. It will expire after 1 year.
COPYRIGHT: Client will receive high-res jpgs for download. RAWS are not provided. Danielle Spires Photography retains all copyright and moral rights attached to this image. Danielle Spires Photography grants the licensee the non-exclusive, non-transferable and non-assignable use of pet portraits for unlimited time period, for the purpose of usage for personal use only. The photographs shall not be used for any commercial use, marketing brands, companies, products or music albums without being licensed through the photographer. All images, both physical and digital, when purchased or provided to the client are for personal use only.
MODEL RELEASE: I may use photos for social media. Please let me know if you are not comfortable with your photo on my website, portfolio or Instagram. Otherwise, you agree to this model release: For valuable consideration received, the client ("I/me") grants to Danielle Spires Photography(“Photographer”) and his/her legal representatives and assigns, the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish photographs of me, or in which I may be included, for editorial, trade, advertising, promotion, exhibition and any other purpose and in any manner and medium; and to alter and composite the same without restriction and without my inspection or approval, or the use to which it may be applied, including written copy that may be created and appear in connection therewith. I hereby release Photographer and his/her legal representatives and assigns from all claims and liability relating to said photographs.
LIABILITY: Pets must be on a leash and up to date on vaccinations. Danielle Spires Photography is not held responsible for any animal bites or scratches or medical issues pertaining to the animal. Danielle Spires Photography is not responsible for injury from uncontrolled pets. If Danielle Spires cannot perform this contract due to fire, casualty, act of God, illness, emergency, or other causes beyond the control of the Photographer, and cannot reschedule, Danielle Spires will return to the client any money paid, including deposit, but shall have no further liability in respect to the contract. This limitation of liability shall also apply in the event that the photographic materials are damaged in processing, lost through camera or computer malfunction, lost or damaged in the mail, or otherwise lost or damaged without fault or intent on the part of the Photographer. In the event that Danielle Spires Photography fails to perform for any reason, Danielle Spires Photography shall not be liable for any amount in excess of the retail value of the client's order and session fees paid. It is the client's responsibility to back up any digital files that are purchased or received. Danielle Spires Photography shall not be held liable for loss or destruction of files, prints or products once they have been received by the client.
RETURNS AND REFUNDS: Danielle Spires Photography does not allow refunds or returns of any products. If a client is unhappy with their session, they can choose to forfeit ALL images and one reshoot will be issued. If any products arrive damaged through no fault of the client, the client may return the products for a refund or replacement. If a deposit is taken for securement of a session date, there is no refund for cancellation unless approved by Danielle Spires.
COVID-19: Currently I’m making an exception to my 48 hour cancelation policy for illnesses. You will not lose your deposit if you cancel less that 48 hours before your appt if you are sick or were exposed to COVID-19.
COVID-19 WAIVER: This waiver will need to be read and agreed to during booking:
I acknowledge the contagious nature of the Coronavirus/COVID-19 and that the CDC and many other public health authorities still recommend practicing social distancing. I further acknowledge that Danielle Spires Photography has put in place preventative measures to reduce the spread of the Coronavirus/COVID-19. This includes wearing masks during the photoshoot, disinfecting the studio prior to clients, and social distancing. I further acknowledge that Danielle Spires Photography can not guarantee that I will not become infected with the Coronavirus/Covid-19. I understand that the risk of becoming exposed to and/or infected by the Coronavirus/COVID-19 may result from the actions, omissions, or negligence of myself and others, including, but not limited to, photography staff, other clients and their families. I voluntarily seek services provided by Danielle Spires Photography and acknowledge that I am increasing my risk to exposure to the Coronavirus/COVID-19. I acknowledge that I must comply with all set procedures to reduce the spread while attending my appointment. I attest that:
*I am not experiencing any symptom of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell.
*I attest that I am not experiencing any symptom of illness such as cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fever, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throat, or new loss of taste or smell. * I have not traveled to a highly impacted area within the United States of America in the last 14 days.
* I do not believe I have been exposed to someone with a suspected and/or confirmed case of the Coronavirus/COVID-19.
* I have not been diagnosed with Coronavirus/Covid-19 and not yet cleared as non contagious by state or local public health authorities.
* I am following all CDC recommended guidelines as much as possible and limiting my exposure to the Coronavirus/COVID-19. I hereby release and agree to hold Danielle Spires Photography harmless from, and waive on behalf of myself, my heirs, and any personal representatives any and all causes of action, claims, demands, damages, costs, expenses and compensation for damage or loss to myself and/or property that may be caused by any act, or failure to act of the studio, or that may otherwise arise in any way in connection with any services received from Danielle Spires Photography. I understand that this release discharges Danielle Spires Photography from any liability or claim that I, my heirs, or any personal representatives may have against the studio with respect to any bodily injury, illness, death, medical treatment, or property damage that may arise from, or in connection to, any services received from Danielle Spires Photography. This liability waiver and release extends to the studio together with all owners, partners, and employees.