Legal
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Terms & Conditions
Definitions
The Photographer & Videographer / The Studio: To Love Studio and all related services
The Client: Person(s) commissioning services
The Services: Photography, videography, and related services
Content: Photos and video content produced
Booking, Cancellation & Rescheduling
Bookings are confirmed upon receipt of a signed agreement and deposit.
Cancellations must be made in writing.
If cancellation occurs within 30 days of the event, full payment is due.
Rescheduling is subject to Studio availability and may incur additional fees.
Payment Policy
All payments, including deposits (retainers), are non-refundable.
In rare uncontrollable events (natural disasters, serious illness), and if full payment has been made, we may at our sole discretion offer a partial refund or credit. Such refunds are not guaranteed.
Communication & Client Responsibilities
The Client is responsible for clearly communicating their expectations and requirements.
The Studio is not liable for misunderstandings, miscommunications, or last-minute changes by the Client.
Changes after signing may incur additional fees and/or delays.
Clients must provide timely and clear instructions to avoid unmet expectations.
The Client is responsible for securing permissions or releases from venues and guests if required.
Deliverables & Turnaround
Deliverable timelines and quantities are specified in your contract.
RAW files are only provided if pre-agreed.
Additional deliverables outside the contract may incur fees and timeline extensions.
Revisions & Changes
Small, limited revisions are accepted within 1 week of final delivery at the Studio’s discretion.
Add-ons or changes after delivery or outside scope may incur fees and up to a 1-week extension.
Revisions requested after 1 week may incur additional fees.
Complaints & Disputes
Complaints must be submitted in writing via email to admin@tolove.com within 14 days of content delivery.
We review complaints on a case-by-case basis and may dismiss those without contractual breach or Studio fault.
Disputes will be resolved by negotiation or mediation before any legal action.
Studio decisions on complaints are final unless otherwise required by law.
Intellectual Property & Usage
To Love Studio retains full copyright of all Content.
The Client receives a non-transferable, personal use license (e.g., social media sharing, personal printing).
Commercial use requires explicit written permission.
Promotional Use & Likeness
Upon signing a release form, the Client grants permission to use their likeness and Content for promotional purposes.
If the Client later withdraws consent, the Studio will reasonably remove or cease usage, but this may not be immediate and is at Studio’s discretion.
For ongoing campaigns, the Studio may retain usage rights until replacements are arranged.
Storage of Footage and Files
Raw footage and files are stored for 3 months after final delivery.
After 3 months, files may be deleted unless the Client requests extended storage in writing before the deadline.
Extended storage may incur fees.
Limitation of Liability
To Love Studio is not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
Liability for direct damages is limited to the amount paid by the Client for the Services.
The Studio is not responsible for failure or delay due to events beyond reasonable control (force majeure).
Indemnity
The Client indemnifies and holds harmless To Love Studio against claims arising from their use of the Content outside permitted uses.
Force Majeure
Events beyond reasonable control (natural disasters, war, strikes, government actions) relieve Studio from liability or performance obligations.
Deposits are non-refundable even in force majeure events unless otherwise agreed.
Termination
Either party may terminate the agreement in writing.
Outstanding payments for completed work remain payable.
Upon termination, rights and obligations that survive termination continue in effect.
Governing Law & Jurisdiction
This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Western Australia.
Parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of Western Australian courts.
Severability
If any provision is invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of the agreement remains in effect.
Entire Agreement
This contract, including any attachments, is the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes prior agreements.
Amendments
Terms may be updated at any time with the latest version on the website.
Privacy Notice
At To Love Studio, protecting your privacy and safeguarding your personal information is a priority. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and store your information when you engage with our services, consistent with the Privacy Act 1988 (Australia) and the Australian Privacy Principles.
Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services:
Personal details (name, address, phone number, email)
Wedding details (date, venue, vendors involved)
Images and videos from your event
Payment information
Communication records between you and To Love Studio
We do not collect information from minors.
How We Collect Information
We obtain information through:
Direct communications (email, phone, in-person meetings)
Website contact forms
Contracts and agreements
During photography or videography sessions
Third-party vendors engaged with your consent
Use of Your Information
We use your information to:
Deliver our photography and videography services
Communicate with you about your event and services
Process payments securely
Improve and develop our services
Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
Disclosure of Your Information
We may disclose your information to:
Our team members and contractors involved in your project
Trusted third-party service providers (e.g., editors, album designers)
Other vendors involved in your event, only with your consent
Legal authorities as required by law
We do not sell or rent your personal information to third parties.
Storage and Security
We store your information securely using industry-standard practices in Australia. However, no electronic storage method can be guaranteed 100% secure.
Retention Period: We retain your personal information, images, and videos for a maximum of 5 years following the event or service delivery.
Raw Footage & Files: Raw files are stored for 3 months after final delivery and may be deleted afterward unless you request extended storage in writing before the deadline. Extended storage may incur fees.
Your Rights
Under Australian privacy law, you have the right to:
Access your personal information held by us
Correct any inaccuracies in your information
Request deletion of your personal data (subject to legal obligations)
Opt-out of marketing communications
Sharing Content with Third Parties
We may share produced content privately with third parties for portfolio or promotional purposes. If you request no public sharing, we respect this but may share content privately with prospective clients or collaborators.
Complaints
Any privacy-related complaints must be submitted in writing to our main email: admin@tolove.com. We will investigate and respond promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.