Terms of Service & Policy
Ivaughhhn Stills & Films – Website Terms of Service & Legal Policy
Effective Date: November 2026
These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website operated by Ivaughhhn Stills & Films (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), including any booking, inquiry, or purchase of photography or videography services. By accessing the website, submitting an inquiry, or booking any service, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the website or book services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
Use of this website and any booking made through it constitutes full acceptance of these Terms. These Terms apply to all visitors, users, and clients. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.
2. Services
We provide professional photography and videography services, including but not limited to family, couples, solo, pet, elopement, event, and vacation coverage. All services are subject to availability, package terms, and separate service-specific agreements or questionnaires. Descriptions on the website are for general information only and do not constitute a binding offer until a booking is confirmed in writing and a retainer is received.
3. Booking, Payment & Cancellation
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A non-refundable retainer is required to secure any session or coverage date.
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Remaining balances are due according to the timeline stated in the package or invoice.
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Failure to pay may result in cancellation and forfeiture of the retainer.
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Cancellations and rescheduling are governed by the specific service policy provided at booking. In general, retainers are non-refundable. Rescheduling is subject to availability and may incur additional fees.
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We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any booking at our discretion.
4. Intellectual Property & Copyright
All photographs, video footage, films, edits, and related materials created by Ivaughhhn Stills & Films remain our sole and exclusive property. Clients receive a limited, personal-use license only, as specified in the applicable package.
Clients may not:
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Sell, license, or commercially exploit the images or films
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Edit, alter, or crop images/films in a way that misrepresents the work
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Claim authorship or transfer copyright
Raw files and unedited footage are never provided unless explicitly purchased in writing. We retain the right to use any images or footage in our portfolio, website, social media, and marketing materials unless a written exclusion is requested and approved prior to the session.
5. Model Release & Consent
By booking any service, the client (and all adult participants) grants Ivaughhhn Stills & Films a perpetual, royalty-free license to use images and footage featuring them for portfolio, promotional, and marketing purposes. Parents or legal guardians consent on behalf of minors. Clients who wish to opt out of marketing use must submit a written request before the session; approval is at our sole discretion.
6. Client Responsibilities
Clients are responsible for:
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Providing accurate information in questionnaires and communications
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Arriving on time and prepared
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Supervising children, pets, and guests
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Obtaining any necessary permits or location permissions
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Disclosing relevant medical, behavioral, or safety information in advance
Failure to fulfill these responsibilities may result in shortened or terminated coverage without refund.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ivaughhhn Stills & Films and its owner shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from website use, booking, or services.
Our total liability for any claim related to services shall not exceed the total amount paid by the client for that specific service.
We are not liable for:
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Injuries, accidents, or property damage occurring during sessions
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Weather, traffic, illness, or other force majeure events
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Technical failures, data loss, or third-party platform issues
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Client dissatisfaction with artistic style or creative decisions
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Actions or behavior of clients, guests, children, or pets
Outdoor and lifestyle sessions carry inherent risks that clients voluntarily assume.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Ivaughhhn Stills & Films and its owner from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising out of your use of the website, your booking, your breach of these Terms, or the actions of any participants you bring to a session.
9. Privacy & Data
We collect personal information necessary to respond to inquiries, process bookings, and deliver services. Information is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws. We do not sell personal data. By using the website or booking services, you consent to the collection and use of information as needed to fulfill the engagement.
10. Website Use
You may not:
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Attempt to gain unauthorized access to the website or its systems
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Use the website for unlawful purposes
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Scrape, copy, or reproduce website content without permission
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Interfere with website functionality
All website content (text, images, design, logos) is owned by Ivaughhhn Stills & Films and protected by copyright.
11. Third-Party Links & Tools
The website may contain links to third-party sites or tools (payment processors, galleries, etc.). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party services.
12. Force Majeure
We are not liable for failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including weather, natural disasters, illness, government actions, technical failures, or travel disruptions.
13. Governing Law & Disputes
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Georgia, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any dispute shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Fulton County, Georgia. You consent to personal jurisdiction in those courts.
14. Severability
If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
15. Entire Agreement
These Terms, together with any service-specific policies, invoices, and written agreements, constitute the entire agreement between you and Ivaughhhn Stills & Films regarding website use and services.
16. Contact
For questions regarding these Terms, contact:
Ivaughhhn Stills & Films
Email: Ivan@ivaughhhn.com
By using this website or booking any service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms.