Terms & Conditions

Under these terms & conditions "the photographer(s)“ shall mean “The Kent Wedding Photographers” "The client(s)" are to be the named wedding couple as set out on the wedding booking.

Any changes to the terms and conditions detailed within this contract must be set out and agreed by both parties in writing. This agreement shall be governed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.

Wedding Deposit

A £250 non-refundable deposit is required to book your wedding date and secure the photographers time and services. This deposit can be paid by Paypal/bank transfer or cheque and the booking isn’t confirmed until this payment is cleared.

The wedding deposit will be deducted from the final balance and the remainder of the fee must be paid by the client(s) 30 days prior to the agreed wedding date.

In the event of a cancellation of the wedding this deposit is non-refundable or transferable. Weddings that are postponed or re-scheduled to a later date shall retain the wedding deposit on the basis that the photographer is available to carry out agreed services on the re-scheduled date.

Wedding Details:

A timeline of the wedding day, including dates, times and locations will be agreed in writing beforehand to ensure the photographer has an agreed plan for services required. Any changes to these arrangements by either the client(s) or the photographer(s) shall need to be agreed in writing.

Cancellation Policy:

This contract may be cancelled by the client(s) at any time by giving notice to the photographer in writing. In cancelling this contract all monies paid shall be forfeited.

Should this contract be cancelled within 30 days of the agreed wedding date then the payment shall still be required in full.

Final Images:

The photographer(s) shall deliver high resolution images delivered in an online album which the client(s) can download and share.

It is often not possible due to ambient lighting conditions, to record the exact colour as seen by the human eye. In these circumstances the photographer shall make every effort to deliver images with the closest match possible.

The photographer’s movements can sometimes be limited during ceremonies to certain areas he/she is able to photograph from by the official in charge. During these circumstances the photographer(s) cannot be held liable for any obstructed view should this be the case.

Due to lighting conditions in some venues, the photographer(s) may deem it advantageous to use a flash during the ceremony if this is allowed by the venue/official in charge. Please note this is not always allowed, in which case the photographer(s) will make best use of the lighting available

but may result in higher ‘noise’ in the photographs for which the photographer(s) will not be held liable.

The Photographer’s judgement regarding the use of locations and poses of the subjects shall be deemed correct. Due to circumstances outside of the photographer’s control such as the weather, it may not be possible to obtain all of the requested images as desired.

The photographer(s) will endeavour to capture all formal family portraits at the wedding as requested in writing by the wedding couple prior to the agreed wedding date but will not be held liable if any of these photographs are not taken.

Editing & Retouching:

The client(s) agrees to give the photographer(s) creative freedom when it comes to editing and retouching images, with any specific requirements made in writing by the client(s) prior to the agreed wedding date. All images will be adjusted for brightness, exposure, contrast & sharpness.

The photographer(s) retain the rights to all images produced as part of their photography services offered. Unless otherwise stated in writing the images produced will be granted the client(s) with an “All Purpose, All Media” usage license which means they are free to use the images in any way desired for as long as desired and places no restrictions upon their personal usage.

Promotional Usage:

The client(s) hereby allow(s) the photographer(s) to use any image produced for promotional purposes, including but not limited to website advertising, social media, brochures, magazine articles, sample albums etc.

Attendance:

This contract is subject to alteration or cancellation by either the client(s) or the photographer owing to any cause beyond their control.

Should the photographers be unable to carry out the agreed services due to circumstances beyond their control such as sudden illness, injury, victim of crime, flooding etc. liability shall be limited to a full refund of any fees paid.

Alternatively, if only one photographer is able to attend the client(s) will receive a discount of 30% on the total price or can choose to cancel the agreement with a full refund of any fees paid.

Should the photographer be unable to attend the wedding due to unforeseen circumstances, they will assist the client(s) in hiring another photographer of their choice.

Limitation of Liability:

The photographer cannot be held responsible for any personal accidents during a photographic shoot, these are participated in at the client(s) own risk. Where work is defective for any reason, the photographer’s liability (if any) shall be limited to rectifying such defect. The photographer cannot be held responsible for and is not liable for any claims against them due to a delay in completing the work or transit of images.