Terms / Conditions

This Agreement is made effective for all purposes in all respects as of the signing date by and between Casey Williamson, hereinafter referred to as “CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY” and the customer, hereinafter referred to as "THE CLIENT" relating to the event(s) detailed below, hereinafter referred to as "The EVENT(S).

ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This agreement contains the entire understanding between the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY and THE CLIENT. It supersedes all prior and simultaneous agreements between the parties. The only way to add or change this agreement is to do so in writing, signed by all parties. In the event that any part of this agreement is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this agreement shall remain valid and enforceable. Any agreement to waive one or more provisions of this agreement or any failure by one or both parties to enforce a provision of this agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other portion or provision of this agreement. 

RESERVATION: A signed contract and retainer fee are required to reserve the dates and times of the EVENT(S). If the EVENT(S) are rescheduled, postponed, or cancelled; or if there is a breach of contract by THE CLIENT, the retainer fee is non-refundable and shall be liquidated damages to The CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY. THE CLIENT shall also be responsible for payment for any of the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY's materials or shoot charges incurred up to time of cancellation (engagement, bridal, etc.). The retainer fee for all events is 20% of the total package price.

EVENT SCHEDULE: THE CLIENT agrees to confirm the schedule one-week prior to the EVENT(S). Notification of any changes in schedule or location must be made in a timely manner and confirmation of receipt must be obtained from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY by THE CLIENT.

SAFETY: The CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY reserves to right to terminate coverage and leave the location of the EVENT(S) if the photographer from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY experiences inappropriate, threatening, hostile or offensive behavior from person(s) at the EVENT(S); or in the event that the safety of the photographer(s) from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is in question.

SHOOTING TIME / ADDITIONS: THE CLIENT and the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY agree that cooperation and punctuality are essential to accomplish the goals and wishes of all parties. Shooting commences at the scheduled start time and ends at the scheduled end time. If THE CLIENT does not arrive at the appointed time for the EVENT(S), shooting will commence at the scheduled start time and end at the scheduled end time. All additional time beyond the scheduled end time will be billed to THE CLIENT.

EXPENSES INCURRED: When applicable, THE CLIENT is responsible for all travel, accommodation, meal and transport costs unless provided by THE CLIENT.

TRAVEL EXPENSES: All travel expenses are based on the distance between the EVENT location(s) and the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY home location of Oklahoma City. For all EVENT(S), the first 60 miles round-trip of travel are included. All miles in excess of 60 miles round-trip are charged at $0.45 per mile.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is not responsible for compromised coverage due to causes beyond the control of the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY including but not limited to obtrusive guests, lateness of THE CLIENT or guests, weather conditions, schedule complications, incorrect addresses provided to the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY, rendering of decorations, or restrictions of the locations. The CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is not responsible for backgrounds or lighting conditions which may negatively impact or restrict the photo coverage. CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is not held liable for missed coverage of any part of the EVENT(S). CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY will not be held accountable for failure to deliver images of any individuals or any objects at the EVENT(S).

VENUE AND LOCATION LIMITATIONS: The CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is limited by the rules and guidelines of the location(s) and site management. THE CLIENT agrees to accept the technical results of their imposition on the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY. Negotiation with the officials for moderation of guidelines is THE CLIENT's responsibility; the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY will offer technical recommendations only.

PERMITS: THE CLIENT is responsible for acquiring all permits and necessary permission for all locations on which the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY will be performing services.

FILM and COPYRIGHTS: The photographs produced by the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY are protected by Federal Copyright Law (all rights reserved) and may not be reproduced in any manner without the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY's explicitly written permission. If THE CLIENT has purchased an "Image DVD" from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY, upon final payment by THE CLIENT, limited copyright ownership of the resulting images will be transferred to THE CLIENT. If THE CLIENT has purchased an "Image DVD" from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY, the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY grants THE CLIENT permission to share the images on social networking websites, with family and friends, and on vendor websites as long as the images remain unaltered and textual credit is explicitly given to the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY. THE CLIENT must obtain written permission from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY prior to publishing or selling the photographs.

MODEL RELEASE: THE CLIENT hereby assigns the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish photographs of THE CLIENT or in which THE CLIENT may be included, for editorial, trade, advertising, educational and any other purpose and in any manner and medium; to alter the same without restriction; and to copyright the same without restriction. THE CLIENT releases all claim to profits that may arise from use of images.

LIMIT OF LIABILITY: In the unlikely event that the assigned photographer from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is unable to perform to the guidelines of this contract due to an injury, illness, act of God, act of terrorism, or other cause beyond the control of the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY,  CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY will make every effort to secure a replacement. If the situation should occur and a suitable replacement is not found, responsibility and liability is limited to the return of all payments received for the EVENT(S). In the unlikely event that digital files have been lost, stolen, or destroyed for reasons beyond the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY's control, including but not limited to camera, hard drive, or equipment malfunction, the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY liability is limited to the return of all payments received for the EVENT(S). The limit of liability for a partial loss of originals shall be a prorated amount of the exposures lost based on the percentage of total number of originals. The CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is not liable for the loss of images beyond the lesser of the final delivery of all products included in the package or one year.

CAPTURE AND DELIVERY: CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY is not liable to deliver every image taken at the event. The determination of images delivered to THE CLIENT is left to the discretion of the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY.

POST PRODUCTION AND EDITING: The final post production and editing styles, effects, and overall look of the images are left to the discretion of the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE: The aforementioned 20% non-refundable retainer fee is due at the time of signing of agreement, unless specified otherwise by the photographer. If an alternate amount is requested at booking 20% of the full package price will be considered the retainer fee; which is non-refundable. The remaining balance is payable in full one week prior to the day of the EVENT(S). In the event THE CLIENT fails to remit payment as specified, CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY shall have the right to immediately terminate this agreement with no further obligation, retain any monies already paid, and not attend the EVENT(S). Returned checks will be assessed a $50 non-sufficient funds fee.

PRICING: Services or merchandise not included in this initial contract will be sold at the current price when the order is placed. All prices are subject to change at any time without notice. Credit vouchers have no intrinsic cash value and may only be applied toward merchandise purchased from the CASEY WILLIAMSON PHOTOGRAPHY.