client Policy
Booking & retainers
A signed contract and a non-refundable retainer are required to secure your session date and time. Your booking is not confirmed until both have been received. The remaining amount is due on or before your session.
*Note- some sessions do not require a booking retainer.
Cancellations & rescheduling
Life happens! If you need to reschedule, please provide 48 hours notice whenever possible.
Sessions may be rescheduled due to severe weather, illness, or emergencies at no additional charge. The photographer reserves the right to reschedule sessions if weather conditions are unsafe or do not allow for quality images.
Arrival time
Please arrive 10-15 minutes early and ready to begin at your scheduled session time. Late arrivals may result in a shorter session to avoid affecting other scheduled appointments.
Travel fees
Travel is included for sessions within 20 miles of Rustic Lens Photography. Sessions outside of this area may incur a travel fee beginning at $25. Any applicable tolls or parking fees will be added to your invoice.
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Photography style
My photography style focuses on genuine moments, connection, and natural interactions. I'll guide you through your poses while encouraging authentic smiles, laughter, and movement to create timeless images.
Editing policy
Every final image is professionally edited in the Rustic Lens Photography style. This includes color correction, exposure adjustments, and light retouching.
Extensive edits such as body reshaping, face swapping, changing clothing, or altering physical features are not included and may be subject to additional editing fee.
RAW (unedited) images are never delivered.
Children and pets
Children are always welcome! Their safety and comfort are my top priority. Parents or guardians are responsible for supervising children throughout the session.
Well-behaved pets are welcome with advance notice. Please bring a leash, water, treats and someone to assist when they are not being photographer.
Gallery delivery
Your completed online gallery will typically be delivered within 1-3weeks, unless stated otherwise. During busy seasons delivery times may be slightly longer. Sneak peaks may be shared at the photographers discretion or if the client has purchased a package or add on.
Please download and back up your images promptly. online galleries remain active for a limited time.
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Print release
Your gallery includes a personal print release allowing you to print your images for personal use. Commercial use, editing, altering, applying filters, or selling images is prohibited without written permission.
Social media
Feel free to share your images on social media! Do not crop, heavily edit, or apply filters to the photographs. Credit and leaving a review to Rustic Lens Photography is always appreciated.
Photographer copyright
Rustic Lens Photography retinas the copyright to all images, The photographer reserves rheumatoid right to use photographs for portfolio, website, social media, marketing, advertising, and promotional purposes unless a privacy request is made in writing before the session.
Liability
Rustic Lens Photography is not responsible for injuries, accidents, loss or damage to personal belongings during the session. Clients assume responsibility for themselves, their children, guest, and pets while attending the session.