Terms of service.
1. Services Provided
The Photographer agrees to provide professional photography services, including but not limited to:
Type of session: Dance Audition Photoshoot, Creative Dance Photoshoot, or similar as specified by Everline Imagery.
Date and time of session as communicated by Everline Imagery.
Location as communicated by Everline Imagery.
2. Fees and Payment
Total Fee: Amount communicated and agreed upon at booking.
Deposit: A non-refundable 50% deposit is required to secure the booking. The deposit represents a commitment to the session, covering time, preparation, and resources invested by Everline Imagery. If no images are selected following the session, the deposit will be retained in full as a service fee.
Balance: The remaining balance is due 7 days before the session.
If the balance is not paid by the due date specified on the invoice, Everline Imagery (JC Mitchell Services Pty Limited) reserves the right to debit the remaining amount from the Client’s nominated payment method prior to the photoshoot.
Payment Methods: Credit card, bank transfer, or other methods as specified by Everline Imagery.
3. Rescheduling and Cancellation
Rescheduling must be requested at least 2 days in advance and is subject to availability.
Cancellations result in forfeiture of the deposit.
If the Photographer cancels due to unforeseen circumstances, all payments will be refunded or an alternative date will be offered.
Everline Imagery reserves the right to cancel and terminate this agreement immediately if the Client is abusive, disrespectful, or engages in inappropriate behavior towards the Photographer or any staff members. In such cases, all payments made will be forfeited.
4. Session Policies
Clients are expected to arrive on time. Late arrivals may result in reduced session time, which could affect the quality of the outcome and reduce the number of photo deliverables.
5. Deliverables
Edited images: Number and specifics as outlined by Everline Imagery.
Delivery format: High-resolution digital files via an online gallery.
Delivery Timeline: Standard delivery is estimated within 3–5 weeks from the date of order confirmation and full payment, including any additional images. Expedited delivery requests will incur an additional fee of $33 per image.
Additional edits or prints available for purchase as per Everline Imagery’s pricing guide.
Photos will be delivered in the editing style advertised throughout Everline Imagery’s website and social media platforms. Alternate editing styles will not be carried out.
6. Editing Standards
Editing includes cropping, straightening, floor and background cleanup, prop cleanup, skin and beauty retouching, colour correction, exposure adjustment, lens correction, and removal of marks from shoes, costumes, and outfits. Advanced editing requests, including but not limited to the swapping of body parts or merging multiple photos into one, will incur an additional fee of $22 per image.
7. Copyright and Usage
Copyright for all images remains with the Photographer.
Clients receive a personal use license and may not alter or use images commercially without prior consent.
Unless requested otherwise in writing, the Photographer may use images for promotional purposes.
8. Liability
The Photographer is not liable for injuries, damages, or losses incurred during the session.
In the event of equipment failure or unforeseen circumstances, liability is limited to a refund of payments made.
9. Model Release
The Client grants permission for images to be used for marketing, portfolio, or promotional purposes unless specified otherwise in writing.