privacy policy

Last Updated: 07/29/2025

Welcome to Sydney Leigh Photo. By accessing or using our website at https://sydneyleighphoto.com/, and/or engaging in our photography services, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions ("Terms"). Please read these Terms carefully before using our services.

1. General Terms
By using our Site, you confirm that you are at least 18 years of age or have the consent of a parent or guardian. If you do not agree to these Terms, you should not access or use our Site or services.

We reserve the right to update or modify these Terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of the Site or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms.

2. Services Provided
Sydney Leigh Photo offers professional photography services, including but not limited to elopements, weddings, couples sessions, and related offerings. Details and pricing are outlined on our website and in your booking contract.

3. Booking and Payment Terms
Booking: A signed contract and non-refundable retainer are required to reserve your date.

Payment: Full payment is due by the date outlined in your contract. Accepted payment methods include invoice, Zelle, or Venmo.

Rescheduling & Cancellations:

Client Rescheduling: For elopements and weddings, a new retainer is required to rebook if you change your date.

Cancellation: All retainers are non-refundable, including in the case of cancellation.

4. Image Rights & Usage
All photographs are the intellectual property of Sydney Leigh Photo. By booking, you are granted a personal, non-commercial license to use the images.

You may not alter, sell, or use images for commercial purposes without written permission.

Unless otherwise requested in writing, you grant Sydney Leigh Photo permission to use images for portfolio, website, and marketing purposes.

5. Client Responsibilities
Timeliness & Communication: Please arrive on time and communicate clearly. No-shows or delays may result in fewer images or shortened session time.

Questionnaires: Completion of all pre-session questionnaires is required to help us prepare for your session.

Copyright Respect: Screenshots, filters, or editing of your final images is not permitted.

6. Delivery & Edits
Turnaround: Images are delivered within the timeline outlined in your contract (typically 3–6 weeks for weddings, 2–3 weeks for sessions).

Editing: All images are professionally edited in Sydney Leigh Photo’s signature style. RAW files are not delivered.

Gallery Expiration: Your gallery will remain active for 6 months. It is your responsibility to download and back up your files before the expiration date.

7. Limitation of Liability
While all reasonable care is taken, Sydney Leigh Photo is not liable for circumstances beyond control (e.g., weather, uncooperative subjects, or equipment failure).

Liability is limited to the amount paid for the specific session or service.

8. Force Majeure
Sydney Leigh Photo will not be held responsible for delays or inability to fulfill services due to events beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, illness, travel restrictions, pandemics, or other unforeseeable emergencies.

9. Privacy Policy
Your information is treated with care and confidentiality. For full details on how we collect and use personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links
Our website may contain links to external sites. We are not responsible for the content or privacy practices of those third-party websites.

11. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Sydney Leigh Photo from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising from your use of the website or services, or your violation of these Terms.

12. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Minnesota, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes will be handled in courts located within Minnesota, and you consent to their jurisdiction.

13. Contact
For questions about these Terms, please contact us directly using the contact form HERE.