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J. PARRIS PHOTOGRAPHY POLICIES & DISCLAIMERS

GENERAL POLICIES

BOOKING & CONSULTATION:

  • Preliminary planning and marketing consultation is included in all our packages to ensure your needs and vision are understood and met.

  • For weddings, a non-refundable 20% deposit and signed contract are required to reserve your date.

PAYMENT TERMS:

  • No upfront payment is required to book a shoot. Payment in full is due at the time of your session.

  • Due to the digital nature of our work, final media will not be delivered until the invoice is paid in full.

TYPICAL TURNAROUND TIME:

  • Real Estate Listing Sessions:

    • Photography-only packages: 1 to 2 business days.

    • Video and enhanced add-ons: 3 to 4 business days.

  • Short-Term Rental properties:

    • Photography-only packages: 2 to 3 business days.

    • Video and enhanced add-ons: 3 to 4 business days.

  • Branding Photography: Typically ranges from 2 to 3 weeks, depending on current workload.

  • Wedding Photography: 6 to 8 weeks, with a sneak peek delivered within the first 48 hours and a larger preview halfway through the editing window.

SESSION GUIDELINES:

  • Properties must be entirely ready for photographing upon the photographer’s arrival, including being clean, clutter-free, and well-staged.

  • During property shoots, the presence of the realtor, homeowner, or property manager is optional but welcomed for initial guidance.

TRAVEL:

  • We travel within 25 miles of our Hendersonville, NC office for most sessions. Additional mileage is calculated at $0.70 per mile.

REAL ESTATE &  COMMERCIAL PHOTOGRAPHY POLICIES

IMAGE QUALITY & DELIVERY:

  • We provide full HDR quality images for all listings, ensuring a polished, magazine-quality result.

  • Virtual staging and twilight photography are available as add-ons to enhance your property’s presentation.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Properties must be entirely ready for photographing upon the photographer’s arrival, including being clean, clutter-free, and well-staged.

TURNAROUND TIME:

  • Real Estate Listing Sessions:

    • Photography-only packages: 1 to 2 business days.

    • Video and enhanced add-ons: 3 to 4 business days.

  • Short-Term Rental properties:

    • Photography-only packages: 2 to 3 business days.

    • Video and enhanced add-ons: 3 to 4 business days.

CANCELLATIONS & RESCHEDULING:

  • Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. The deposit is non-refundable, but it may be applied to a future session if rescheduled within a reasonable timeframe.

  • We reserve the right to reschedule sessions due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, ensuring the best conditions for your photos.

CANCELLATIONS & RESCHEDULING:

  • J. Parris Photography is not responsible for any damages or loss of property during the session.

FAMILY & LIFESTYLE PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY POLICIES

SESSION GUIDELINES:

  • Detailed consultation to select location, outfits, and prepare every detail leading up to the session day.Full Sessions include a 60-minute stress-free experience with location selection assistance and styling guidance.

  • Extended Family Sessions include 60-90 minutes, depending on the number of participants, with comprehensive styling and posing support.

  • We provide guidance on posing and prompts to ensure natural and flattering images.

  • Special considerations are given for managing children and pets during the session.

  • Specific advice on wardrobe choices to ensure timeless and classic images.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Clients should ensure that all participants are prepared and arrive on time for the session.

CANCELLATIONS, RESCHEDULING & LIABILITY:

  • Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. The deposit is non-refundable, but it may be applied to a future session if rescheduled within a reasonable timeframe.

  • We reserve the right to reschedule sessions due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, ensuring the best conditions for your photos.

  • In the event of rain and high winds, sessions will be rescheduled. Rain calls are made by noon on the day of the session.

  • Clients have the option to set a rain date at the time of booking.

  • J. Parris Photography is not responsible for any damages or loss of property during the session.

  • We are fully insured and take all necessary precautions to ensure a safe and professional session environment.

TURNAROUND TIME:

  • Typically ranges from 2 to 3 weeks, depending on current workload.

  • Clients receive a gallery of edited images. Downloading high-resolution images to multiple devices is recommended for backup.

  • Print consultations are available to help clients select and purchase prints.

WEDDING PHOTOGRPAHY POLICIES

BOOKING & PAYMENT:

  • A non-refundable 20% deposit and signed contract are required to reserve your date.

  • Payment in full is due by the date of your wedding.

COVERAGE:

  • Coverage applies to consecutive hours (e.g., 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.) and may not be split into segments throughout the day.

  • Options to add additional coverage hours, second shooters, and keepsake custom USBs are available.

TURNAROUND TIME:

  • 6 to 8 weeks, with a sneak peek delivered within the first 48 hours and a larger preview halfway through the editing window.

CANCELLATIONS:

  • Cancellations must be made at least 60 days in advance. The deposit is non-refundable, but it may be applied to a future booking if rescheduled within a reasonable timeframe.

LIABILITY:

  • J. Parris Photography is not responsible for any damages or loss of property during the session.

  • We are fully insured and take all necessary precautions to ensure a safe and professional session environment.

BRANDING & MARKETING PHOTOGRAPHY POLICIES

CUSTOMIZED EXPERIENCE:

  • We create a customized branding package that fits your business like a glove, ensuring a cohesive and unified visual representation of your brand.

IMAGE QUALITY & DELIVERY:

  • Receive up to 40-65 high-resolution, professionally edited images showcasing various elements of your business, based on the package that you choose.

  • Personal branding packages include options for multiple locations and outfit changes.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Clients should arrive on time and prepared according to the pre-session consultation.

TURNAROUND TIME:

  • Typically ranges from 2 to 3 weeks, depending on current workload.

CANCELLATIONS & RESCHEDULING:

  • Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance. The deposit is non-refundable, but it may be applied to a future session if rescheduled within a reasonable timeframe.

  • We reserve the right to reschedule sessions due to inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances, ensuring the best conditions for your photos.

LIABILITY:

  • J. Parris Photography is not responsible for any damages or loss of property during the session.

  • We are fully insured and take all necessary precautions to ensure a safe and professional session environment.

GENERAL DISCLAIMERS

IMAGE USE & RIGHTS:

  • Upon receiving your images, you will also get a commercial release allowing you to use the images for the agreed purposes. Releases do not apply to third parties and require additional licensing for uses such as billboards, TV, and publications.

  • We respect your privacy and allow each client to decide whether or not they want their photos displayed publicly.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Clients are responsible for ensuring their properties or session locations are ready and suitable for photography. This includes staging, cleanliness, and any necessary preparations.

  • For headshots and branding sessions, clients should arrive on time and prepared according to the pre-session consultation.

LIABILITY:

  • J. Parris Photography is not responsible for any damages or loss of property during the session.

  • We are fully insured and take all necessary precautions to ensure a safe and professional session environment.

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HAVE QUESTIONS? WE'LL BE HAPPY TO ANSWER THEM. WE'LL GO OVER OUR POLICIES AND PROCEDURES ON OUR INITIAL CONSULTATION CALL.

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