Model Release/Contract
ENTIRE AGREEMENT
This Agreement contains the entire understanding between Jessica Jo Photo (“Photographer” or “JJP”) and the Client. It supersedes all prior agreements. Any changes to this Agreement must be made in writing and signed by both parties. This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Colorado. This agreement is valid 2 years after signature giving consent to be photographed in any and all sessions photographed in this time.
PAYMENTS
Payment is due in full at the time of booking, unless a payment plan is agreed upon in advance. If payment is not received within 1 business day of confirming the session date, JJP reserves the right to cancel the booking and release the date to other clients.
Your package price is locked in at the time of full payment. Pricing is subject to change without notice, future increases will not affect previously paid sessions.
Accepted payment methods:
Venmo, Zelle, or cash (no fee)
PayPal, Square, or similar platforms (a processing fee will be added)
Travel: Sessions outside a 10-mile radius of zip code 80206 will incur a travel fee.
All sales are final.
GIFT CERTIFICATES, OFFERS, & SESSION CREDITS
All credits, gift certificates, and special offers are:
Non-transferable
Not redeemable for cash
Subject to expiration:
Gift certificates: valid for 12 months from issue date
Session credits: must be used or rescheduled within 9 months of the original session date or are forfeited. No exceptions will be made.
CANCELLATIONS & RESCHEDULING
Cancellations or reschedule requests must be made >48 hours in advance. Requests to reschedule within 48 hours will incur a $125 rescheduling fee, due to confirm the new date.
Each client is allowed one complimentary reschedule. Additional reschedules incur a $125 fee.
Retainers are non-refundable and serve as a reservation of photographer's time, place on calendar.
Missed or “no-show” sessions without proper rescheduling result in forfeiture of all monies paid—no exceptions.
Rescheduled sessions must take place within one year of the original session date. If a rescheduled session occurs more than 6 months later, updated pricing may apply.
SESSION LENGTH
Mini sessions will begin and end at the scheduled time to accommodate other sessions.
Collections listed with 1-2 hours or 2 hour sessions may not last the full 120 minutes.
1-hour sessions include up to 65 minutes; extra time will incur a $150 upgrade added to the session via post session invoice.
LOCATION PERMISSIONS & FEES
Clients are responsible for securing all permissions and covering any fees related to on-location shoots, including permits, parking, and admission. If Client desires a location not suggested by JJP, JJP agrees to travel to one Client desired location prior to the session to ensure it may be used for Client’s session for a 85 dollar fee.
REPLICATING OTHER PHOTOGRAPHERS' WORK
Pinterest may be leveraged to communicate session style preferences, wardrobe and prop inspiration. Client understands that JJP is open to inspiration but also requests creative freedom. If client presents more than four Pinterest images to replicate, it may interrupt the flow of the session. JJP requests that any poses or photo inspiration that Client prefers to include is communicated prior to session date.
GUARANTEES & RETAKES
JJP makes every effort to ensure that the images created are beautiful. Photography is, however, subjective from viewer to viewer and photographic results will vary given the venue, weather conditions, time of year, time of day, as well as a host of other elements completely out of JJP’s control. As such, JJP is unable to offer any kind of guarantee regarding client’s “like for the final product”. Also, for the above reasons, JJP does not provide complimentary retake sessions or re-edit photographs. JJP may choose to provide additional edits for a fee. Once photos have been delivered, JJP holds no obligation to provide additional editing to given files and upon delivery of photos. Upon delivery of photos, Client has responsibility to care for files and JJP is not liable for lost files. Files may not be kept after confirmed delivery to Client. There will be absolutely no refunds, under any circumstances.
JJP is not responsible for storing or archiving files after delivery.
CAMERA POLICY
To keep the session flowing beautifully, I ask that no photos be taken by clients or guests during our time together—including on phones. It can be distracting, and your presence makes all the difference in helping us create something truly special.
No other cameras—including smartphones—may be used during the session by clients or guests. I’ve got the photos covered—please just show up and love on your people.
PARTICIPANTS
Session pricing includes the agreed number of participants. Additional persons photographed may incur a fee. Names and ages of children must be provided at booking.
USE OF IMAGES & COPYRIGHT
JJP retains the copyright to all images and may use them for portfolio, advertising, blog, social media, or vendor-sharing purposes. Client grants JJP the right to use images of themselves and family members for promotional purposes. Please make selection note above, I will respect your wishes if you prefer your images not be shared!
MULTIPLE SESSION COLLECTIONS
Milestone sessions must be scheduled 90 days apart and completed within 13 months of the baby’s birthdate. I aim to photograph one year birthday sessions at 11 months, its best to reach out and scheudle these at 9-10 months.
No refunds or make-up sessions will be offered for missed milestones.
Milestone sessions are designed to highlight your baby's growth and personality at this special stage. While immediate family members are always welcome to be included in a few images, the primary focus remains on your little one—not a full family session.
Payment plans available; late payments incur a $50/day fee
IMAGE EXPIRATION & ADDITIONAL FEES
JJP is not obligated to retain Client images after delivery to Client. Additional gallery extension after gallery expiration will be charged a fee for re-extension. No exceptions will be made to fees. Re-extension fees:
1–60 days past expiration: $35
61–90 days: $45
91+ days: $75–$125 depending on time elapsed
Final image selections (for canvases, USBs, etc.) must be submitted within 60 days or items will be forfeited.
CLIENT LICENSING RIGHTS
Client receives full, non-exclusive license to images for purposes of personal use only.
JJP welcomes your credit on social media and ask no image editing or filters be applied.
RAW or unedited files will not be provided under any circumstances.
Client may not submit images to publications, contests, or blogs without credit to photographer.
SOCIAL MEDIA & COPYRIGHT
All images created by Jessica Jo Photo are protected under U.S. copyright law and remain the intellectual property of Jessica Schuver. It is strictly prohibited to copy, screenshot, scan, download, print, alter, reproduce, or otherwise use any image in any form without prior written consent in the form of a signed Copyright Release. This applies to all formats—including private online galleries, social media, or printed materials.
Unauthorized use of any image—including screenshots or saving from a gallery or social media post—will be considered theft. In such cases, the client will be invoiced for each digital image used at Jessica Jo Photo’s current per-image rate, and may also be subject to legal fines.
If you prefer your images not be shared by Jessica Jo Photo on social media, you may indicate that in the space provided on your intake form.
If you have any questions about how you may or may not use your images, please don’t hesitate to reach out—I'm always happy to clarify.
EXPEDITED IMAGES
Photographer requests at least two weeks in processing of final images. Expedited delivery is available at the rate of 85/image + tax.
AMENDMENTS
JJP retains the full power to interpret and amend these rules and also the rule on any and all situations which may arise that are not explicitly outlined in the terms of this agreement.
PUNCTUALITY
Please arrive 5-10 minutes prior to your allotted session time. Late arrivals or lack of preparedness upon the photographer’s arrival will be included as part of the session time. Please have children and babies dressed and ready for photography at session start time. If the session begins more than 30 minutes late, the session will be rescheduled with a $85 fee. In the event that the photographer is late, you will be given your full session time. If the session needs to be rescheduled due to the fault of the photographer, it will be done so without a fee to the client. In order to deliver agreed upon number of images, please plan for all members to be photographed for the duration of time as indicated by Jessica Jo Photo. If unable to be photographed for entire length of the session, Jessica Jo Photo is released from providing the agreed upon number of images.
SESSION SCOPE
Photos that fit the agree upon nature of the session will be offered. If client(s) would like to feature a solo parent headshot during a milestone, family, newborn or similar portrait session, the photo may be purchased separate from the included collection files at the cost of 125/image.
SESSION TIME ADD-ON
Additional 30 minutes of session time may be added before or on session day for $150. The session time listed on the investment page denotes actual consecutive time from arrival to departure.
LIMIT OF LIABILITY
In the event JJP is unable to perform due to illness, emergency, or other force majeure event, liability is limited to a full refund of monies paid for the session. JJP is not responsible for lost files, equipment failure, or damages beyond their control. Client waives any right to claims of liability or damages. This limitation on liability shall also apply in the event that photographic materials are damaged in processing, lost through camera malfunction, or other cause beyond the control of the parties. Client will hold the Photographer harmless for any claim of liability arising from the Photographer's inability to photograph Client. Photographer is not liable for the health and safety of the Client at any point before, during or after the session.
CLIENT RESPONSIBILITY & CONDUCT
The Client assumes responsibility for their own safety, preparedness, and conduct during the session. Please ensure children and babies are ready to be photographed at our agreed upon session start time.
Model Release: The client hereby grants to Jessica Jo Photo and its legal representatives and assigns, the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish photographs of the client (family included) or in which the client may be included, for editorial, trade, advertising and any other purpose and in any manner and medium; to alter the same without restriction; and to copyright the same. The client hereby releases Jessica Jo Photo and its legal representatives and assigns from all claims and liability relating to said photographs.
Model Release approval must be made by a Parent/Guardian, if any photo session participants are less than 18 years of age. * By signing you are acknowledging that all the same regulations apply to the minor(s) that participate in the session.
EXIT CLAUSE
JJP reserves the right to discontinue service with any client for any reason. At anytime, JJP may opt to no longer offer photographic services for any reason. Any fees paid for remaining sessions will be refunded. Fees paid for any previously fulfilled sessions will not be refunded. JJP will offer notification of Client termination at least 14 days prior to any scheduled session.
AMENDMENTS & LEGAL TERMS
JJP retains the right to amend or interpret these terms at any time.