Security Deposit

To secure the PHOTOGRAPHER's presence at your birth location after delivery, a 25% deposit is required from the CLIENT. If the CLIENT cancels the contract before 37 weeks of pregnancy, the amount will be refunded to you. Beyond this period, this amount is non-refundable in case of cancellation by the CLIENT. The remaining balance will be due upon photo selection.

Availability

The PHOTOGRAPHER remains available on call 24/7 starting at thirty-seven (37) weeks of pregnancy. If birth occurs prematurely, the CLIENT understands that it is possible the birth may overlap with another photographic event in the PHOTOGRAPHER's schedule. The PHOTOGRAPHER will do everything in her power nonetheless to get to the birth location.

Use of photographs by the photographer

Unless otherwise specified by the CLIENT, permission is granted to the PHOTOGRAPHER to use the images as part of her photography business activities, including (but not limited to) publication on her website and social media, displays and advertising. The CLIENT consents to the use of images without additional compensation for an unlimited duration and acknowledges that this contract is irrevocable. If the CLIENT does not wish the images taken during this session to be used by the PHOTOGRAPHER or prefers that certain faces not be visible (for example, minors), please let me know. 

Use of photographs by the client

The digital files provided by the PHOTOGRAPHER are copyright-free for personal printing use only. The CLIENT is granted usage of the files processed by the PHOTOGRAPHER for personal promotional purposes only (web profiles such as Facebook, Instagram, etc.). The CLIENT agrees to credit the PHOTOGRAPHER. The CLIENT understands that they are not authorized to modify the photos provided by the PHOTOGRAPHER (for example, applying filters). The CLIENT understands that the provided images cannot be used for commercial, lucrative or advertising purposes. This includes the sale of images on stock photo banks (iStockphoto, Getty Images, etc.).

Photographic style

The CLIENT confirms having viewed a sample of the type of work performed by the PHOTOGRAPHER and confirms being satisfied with the general photographic style presented. The CLIENT acknowledges that the birth location, lighting, atmospheric conditions and subject participation result in variations in composition, visual environment and colors of the photographs. The CLIENT understands that the PHOTOGRAPHER retains full creative license for the artistic direction of the photographs.

Editing

All photographs undergo individual basic editing (tints, white balance, contrast, etc.). The image gallery contains approximately 85% of photographs in color processing and 15% in black and white. Some photographs may undergo additional editing at the PHOTOGRAPHER's discretion. Any editing requests from the CLIENT (blemishes, scars, distracting elements) will be evaluated and may result in additional fees to cover the extra workload. The CLIENT does not receive the unedited "raw" digital negative files under any circumstances.

Photo selection, final payment and edited gallery delivery

The client must pay the balance upon photo selection. The PHOTOGRAPHER has ten (10) business days to send the edited photos, with delivery time varying according to season and workload. The CLIENT will receive an email with instructions on how to download them.

Printing

The PHOTOGRAPHER does not recommend printing photos at express on-site labs (such as pharmacies). The CLIENT understands that low-quality printing may alter the colors and contrasts of the photographs. It is recommended to print photos at a professional lab.