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Photography Service Contract

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Photography Services Agreement

This agreement is between the Photographer and the Client named below.
⚠️ This is a starting-point template, not legal advice. Have a qualified attorney review before using for high-value work (weddings, commercial work, corporate contracts). MarketHustle is not responsible for the legal sufficiency of this document.
Photographer (You)
Client
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Session Details
When, where, and what's being photographed
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Deliverables
What the client receives and when

What is NOT included (select all that apply):

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Raw/unedited files are NOT included
Recommended ✓
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Rush editing (under 72 hours) is a paid add-on
+$50–150 fee
✓
Extra retouching beyond standard editing is a paid add-on
+$5–15/image
✓
Session extensions beyond booked time charged at hourly rate
+$75–150/hr
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Payment
Rates, deposit, and payment terms
❌
Cancellation & Rescheduling
What happens if plans change
✓
Deposit is non-refundable if cancelled
Protects your time
✓
Rescheduling allowed once with 7+ days notice (deposit transfers)
Client-friendly
✓
If photographer cancels, full deposit refunded within 3 business days
Fair & mutual
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Copyright & Usage
Who owns the photos and how they can be used
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Photographer retains full copyright of all images
Standard ✓
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Client receives personal-use license (print, share, social media)
Standard ✓
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Photographer may use photos for portfolio, website, and marketing
Standard ✓
✓
Commercial use by client requires separate written agreement
Optional
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Legal Protections
Standard protections for both parties
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Photographer's total liability shall not exceed the total fee paid
Standard ✓
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Disputes resolved through good-faith mediation before legal action
Recommended
✓
Agreement governed by laws of the State of Illinois
Standard ✓
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This document is the entire agreement — verbal promises are not binding
Important ✓
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Force majeure — neither party liable for severe weather, disasters, etc.
Optional
Signatures

By signing below, both parties agree to the terms of this agreement. On MarketHustle, clients can sign digitally through your listing.

Photographer
X
Signature · Date
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Client
X
Signature · Date
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