TERMS AND CONDITIONS

**Last Updated:** 05/26/2026

Welcome to Carlie Nicole Photography ("we," "us," or "our"). By accessing or using our website at [insert website URL] (the "Site"), and/or engaging in our photography services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). Please read these Terms carefully before using our services.

## 1. General Terms

By using our Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a parent or guardian to use the Site. If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not access or use our Site or services.

We reserve the right to modify, update, or change these Terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on this page. You should periodically review this page to stay informed about any changes.

## 2. Services Provided

Carlie Nicole Photography provides professional photography services, including but not limited to wedding photography, elopement photography, couples sessions, portrait photography, and related photography services. Specific services and pricing are outlined on our website.

## 3. Booking and Payment Terms

* **Booking:** To reserve photography services, a signed contract and retainer fee are required. The details of booking, payment schedules, and cancellation policies will be provided in a separate contract upon booking.

* **Payment:** Full payment for services is due prior to or on the date outlined within the client contract unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. Payments may be made via approved payment methods listed on invoices or contracts.

* **Retainers:** A non-refundable retainer fee is required to secure your booking date. This retainer is applied toward the total session or wedding balance and is only refundable if cancellation is initiated by the photographer.

* **Cancellation and Rescheduling:** If you need to cancel or reschedule your session or event, please provide written notice as soon as possible. Retainer fees are non-refundable but rescheduling requests may be accommodated at the discretion of Carlie Nicole Photography and subject to availability.

## 4. Intellectual Property

All photographs, images, videos, graphics, and content produced by Carlie Nicole Photography are the intellectual property of Carlie Nicole Photography and are protected by copyright laws.

By booking our services, you are granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the delivered images for personal, non-commercial purposes only.

You may not sell, alter, edit, publish, or distribute the images for commercial purposes without prior written consent from Carlie Nicole Photography.

## 5. Client Responsibilities

* **Cooperation:** To ensure the best possible experience and results, clients are expected to communicate openly, arrive on time, and cooperate during the session or event. Delays, lack of cooperation, or failure to follow agreed-upon timelines may impact final image results.

* **Image Usage:** Unless otherwise requested in writing prior to the session or event, you grant Carlie Nicole Photography permission to use photographs from your session for portfolio display, website content, social media, marketing, educational materials, and promotional purposes.

## 6. Limitation of Liability

While every effort is made to provide exceptional photography services and preserve client images, Carlie Nicole Photography is not liable for circumstances beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to weather conditions, venue restrictions, equipment failure, illness, accidents, or unforeseen events that may impact coverage or image delivery.

In the unlikely event that photographs are lost, stolen, or destroyed for reasons beyond control, liability is limited to the return of payments received for the affected services.

Our total liability for any claim related to these Terms or services provided shall not exceed the amount paid by the client for the specific photography service.

## 7. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Any personal information collected through this Site or during the booking process is used solely for communication, project management, and service delivery purposes.

By using our website and services, you agree to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

## 8. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not operated or controlled by Carlie Nicole Photography. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third-party websites.

## 9. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Carlie Nicole Photography, its employees, contractors, affiliates, and representatives from and against any claims, damages, liabilities, expenses, or legal fees arising from your use of the Site or photography services, including violations of these Terms.

## 10. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any disputes arising under these Terms shall be resolved in the appropriate courts located in or nearest to Kansas City, Missouri, and you consent to the jurisdiction of such courts.

## 11. Force Majeure

Carlie Nicole Photography shall not be held responsible for delays or failure to perform services due to causes beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, severe weather, natural disasters, pandemics, government restrictions, labor disputes, travel interruptions, or equipment and technical failures.

## 12. Contact Information

If you have any questions regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact Carlie Nicole Photography through the contact form available on the website.