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Photography Contract

Photo shoot contract with session terms, image delivery, licensing, model releases, and cancellation policy

Photography Contract
Party 1 (Name / Company)
Party 1 Address
Party 2 (Name / Company)
Party 2 Address
Effective Date
Session details
Deliverables
Timeline
Copyright
Usage rights granted
Additional prints
Cancellation policy
Weather contingency
Model/property releases
Liability
Duration / End Date
Signature
Signature

Protects photographers and sets clear client expectations.

Key Sections

  • Session details (date, time, location, duration, type)
  • Deliverables (number of edited images, format, delivery method)
  • Timeline for image delivery (typically 2-4 weeks)
  • Copyright retained by photographer; client receives usage license
  • Usage rights granted (personal, commercial, social media, print)
  • Additional prints and product pricing
  • Cancellation policy (refund tiers by notice period)
  • Weather contingency for outdoor shoots
  • Model/property releases (separate forms referenced)
  • Liability limitations (equipment failure, force majeure)
  • Image editing scope (what’s included vs. advanced retouching fees)

Social media tagging/credit requirements. Backup photographer clause for events. Raw file policy (typically not delivered).

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