Share you wedding contracts?

[lynweber]

Ok So I have been doing weddings with a friend as a second shooter for a little while. But I am going to be doing my own wedding (Ocotber) with her as a second shooter and need a contract! I need ideas so can you show me yours and/ or what I must include in it. Thanks!

[Jim Bryant]

Here's a long and short one:

Jim Bryant Photography
4440 Marlyce CT SE, Port Orchard, Wa. 98366
360-731-1944
jim@jimbryantphotography.com
Jim Bryant Photography Shoots Corporate and Family Portraits, Youth and Professional Sports, Weddings, Festivals, Parties and Other Events

Event Date: __/__/____ Time Photography Starts: __:__ Time Photography Ends: __:__

Event Location: __________________________________________________ __________________
Clients Name: _____________________________________ Phone: __________________________
Email: __________________________________________________ __________________________
Address: __________________________________________________ ________________________
Method of Payment: __________________________________________________ _______________

Photographer: Jim Bryant, Phone: 360.731.1944 e-mail: jim@jimbryantphotography.com Fee agreed to: $ ________. A non-refundable deposit of _$_________is due at the signing of this agreement, (will be applied to the agreed upon fee) the remaining balance of $___-.__ to be paid upon delivery of finished product.
Services and goods extra to the fee stated above:
___ 4 x 6 Print =$10
___ 5 x 7 Print = $15
___ 8 x 10 Print = $45
___ 11 x 14 Print = $85
___ 16 x 20 Print = $125

Digital services include:
1) _Low Resolution Compact Disc for prints 4x6.……… $75.00
2) _High-Resolution compact disc for prints up to 16x20.…$200.00
3) __________________________________________________ _______________________________
4) __________________________________________________ _______________________________
5) __________________________________________________ _______________________________
6) __________________________________________________ _______________________________

Entire Agreement: This agreement contains the entire understanding between Jim Bryant and the CLIENT in regards to event coverage. It supersedes all prior and simultaneous agreements between the parties. The only way to change this agreement is to do so in writing, signed by all parties.
Reservation: A signed agreement and retainer of $ _________ are required to reserve the coverage. The retainer is non-refundable.
Pre-Event Consultation: Parties are entitled to a pre-event consultation in advance of the event at no extra charge for a period of one hour. At such time a written request will be provided to the photographer of parties requests for the event. Consultations that run over the one hour mark will be charged an additional $25.00 per hour.
Cooperation: The parties agree to cheerful cooperation and communication for the best possible result within the definition of this assignment.
Shooting Time/Additions: The photography schedule and selected methodology are designed to accomplish the goals and wishes of the CLIENT in a manner enjoyed by all parties. CLIENT and Jim Bryant photography agree that cheerful cooperation and punctuality are therefore essential to that purpose. Shooting commences at the scheduled start time and date.
Copyrights: The photographs produced by Jim Bryant and are protected by the United States Copyright Law (all rights reserved) and may not be reproduced in any manner without prior written permission. If purchased, digital images are the property of the CLIENT for personal use only. NO PEPODUCTIONS ARE ALLOWED, Unless otherwise granted by Jim Bryant.
Exhibition, the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish photographs of the CLIENT 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 herby releases Jim Bryant and his legal representatives and assigns from all claims and liability to said photographs.
Model Release: CLIENT grants Jim Bryant and his legal representatives and assigns, the irrevocable and unrestricted right to use and publish photographs of the CLIENT 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 herby releases Jim Bryant and his legal representatives and assigns from all claims and liability relating to said photographs.
Limit of Liability: In the unlikely event the photographer is injured, becomes too ill to photograph the event, or cannot perform this agreement due to fire, casualty, nature, terror, or other cause beyond the control of the parties, Jim Bryant will make every effort to secure a replacement of location and/or time. If the situation should occur that a suitable replacement is not found, responsibility and liability is limited to the return of all payments received for the event package. Jim Bryant takes the utmost care with respect to exposure, transportation, and processed photographs. However, in the unlikely event that the photographs have been lost, stolen, or destroyed for reasons within or beyond Jim Bryant’s control, Jim Bryant’s liability is limited to the return of payments received for the event package. The limit of liability for a partial loss of the originals shall be a prorated amount of the images lost based on the percentage of total number if originals.
Cancellation: In the event of a cancellation the security deposit of $__________ paid is non-refundable.
Rescheduling: If your event changes from the one stated in this agreement you may reschedule to any other available date. In the event Jim Bryant is not available the cancellation policy will be enacted. A new agreement must be signed with the new dates.
Breach: In the event of non-payment of amount due on __/__/___ this agreement will be considered cancelled and subject to the cancellation policy above. At the sole discretion of Jim Bryant the agreement may be reinstated by paying the entire balance of the photography fee agreed to.

I have read and understood the terms above. I hereby agree to the terms of this agreement.

Signed: __________________________________________ Date: _________________________
Print Name: __________________________________________________ ____
Signed: __________________________________________ Date: _________________________
Print Name: __________________________________________________ ____
Signed: __________________________________________ Date: ___________

Jim Bryant
Jim Bryant Photography
4440 Marlyce CT SE, Port Orchard, Wa. 98366
360-731-1944
jim@jimbryantphotography.com
Jim Bryant Photography Shoots Corporate and Family Portraits, Youth and Professional Sports, Weddings, Festivals, Parties and Other Events
Phone360: 731,1944


Standard Wedding Photography Contract

Wedding date_____________
Bride’s name____________________________ Phone:______________
Address___________________________________________ ________
Groom’s name___________________________ Phone:_____________
Address___________________________________________ ________
Address After Wedding________________________________________

1. This constitutes an order for wedding photography. All original images remain the intellectual property of Jim Bryant. The client agrees that editorial use of photos and/or advertising use by Jim Bryant is acceptable unless otherwise noted. Jim Bryant may make use of these wedding photos for samples to show future customers.

2. Although all care will be taken with the negatives and digital images taken at the wedding, Jim Bryant limits any loss, damage or failure to deliver pictures for any reason, to return monies paid ( Except for Scheduling fee )


3. Upon signature, Jim Bryant reserves the time and date agreed upon, and will make no other reservations for that time and date. for this reason, Scheduling fee is non-refundable, even if date is changed or wedding cancelled for any reason.

4. A scheduling Fee of 50% is due on signing this contract; the remaining balance to be paid 7 days prior to wedding date.
All terms of this agreement are understood and agreed upon.

Agreed price for photography $_________________________

Signature of photographer:_________________________________
Signature of signing party__________________________________
Address___________________________________________ ____
Date________________

[lynweber]

Thanks Jim!!

[fantasmic2tek]

Jim would we as a photographer have your permission to use this and modify it as we see fit.? Say for instance using it for different types of photography.

[lynweber]

Yes Jim may i use this and modify it as needed? Thanks!

[Jim Bryant]

Do whatever you want with, make all changes and modify to fit your business. I got it from someone else and did the same.

[CanonRebelz]

Awesome! Thanks jim. I will definitely use this as I have some potential clients who want me to shoot weddings next year. I have a question - when do you meet with the client to sign it? A few weeks before the wedding? Months before the wedding?

[Jim Bryant]

Yes, I always have a session with me to show wedding photography examples, talk about the way I cover their special day, and basically put them at ease. If they hire me as a photographer, I have them sign a contract and put 50% down payment to secure that date on my calendar.

[kencaleno]

Here's my copyrighted contract:

Ken Caleno

Creative People Photography Phone/Fax :


Standard Wedding Photography Contract

Wedding date_____________
Bride’s name____________________________ Phone:______________
Address___________________________________________ ________
Groom’s name___________________________ Phone:_____________
Address___________________________________________ ________
Address After Wedding________________________________________
1. This constitutes an order for wedding photography. All original images remain the intellectual property of Ken Caleno. The client agrees that editorial use of photos and/or advertising use by Ken Caleno is acceptable unless otherwise noted. Ken Caleno may make use of these wedding photos for samples to show future customers.

2. Although all care will be taken with the negatives and digital images taken at the wedding, Ken Caleno limits any loss, damage or failure to deliver pictures for any reason, to return monies paid ( Except for Scheduling fee )


3. Upon signature, Ken Caleno reserves the time and date agreed upon, and will make no other reservations for that time and date. for this reason, Scheduling fee is non-refundable, even if date is changed or wedding cancelled for any reason.

4. A scheduling Fee of 50% is due on signing this contract; the remaining balance to be paid 7 days prior to wedding date.
All terms of this agreement are understood and agreed upon.

Agreed price for photography $_________________________

Signature of photographer:_________________________________
Signature of signing party__________________________________
Address___________________________________________ ____
Date________________


Copyright: © Kenneth William Caleno (Dip Phot) 2007-2010

[kencaleno]

Jim, I didn't think that you would take my contract, and call it your own-Ken