Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: 01/06/2026

1. About Us

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern the use of this website and the photography services provided by Concept Photography (“we,” “us,”, "I", "me", or “our”).

By accessing our website or booking our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms.

Business Details:

• Business Name: Concept Photography

• Email: contact.conceptphotography@gmail.com

• Telephone: +447444574003

• Address: 3 Cosham Close, Newport, IOW. PO302FL.

2. Photography Services

We provide photography services including:

• Pet photography

• Portrait photography

• Commercial photography

• Family photography

• Corporate headshots

• Event photography

• Product photography

• Print and digital image sales

Specific details of services, deliverables, pricing, and timelines will be confirmed in a separate booking agreement or quotation.

3. Bookings and Contracts

A booking is confirmed only when:

1. A signed agreement has been received (where applicable); and

2. The required booking fee or deposit has been paid.

We reserve the right to decline bookings at our discretion.

4. Fees and Payment

4.1 Booking Fee

A non-refundable booking fee may be required to secure a date.

4.2 Balance Payment

The remaining balance must be paid according to the schedule specified in your booking agreement.

4.3 Late Payments

Late payments may result in delayed delivery of images or additional charges where permitted by law.

5. Cancellation and Rescheduling

Client Cancellation

If the client cancels:

• The booking fee remains non-refundable.

• Additional cancellation charges may apply depending on how close to the event the cancellation date occurs.

Rescheduling

We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate rescheduling requests, subject to availability.

Photographer Cancellation

If we are unable to perform services due to illness, emergency, or circumstances beyond our control, we will make reasonable efforts to arrange a replacement photographer or provide a refund of amounts paid.

6. Portrait Photography

Parents or legal guardians must provide consent for photographs involving individuals under 18 years of age.

Clients are responsible for arriving on time and prepared for their session.

7. Commercial Photography

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

• Copyright remains with the photographer.

• Commercial usage rights are licensed according to the terms specified in the quotation or licence agreement.

• Usage outside the agreed scope may require additional licensing fees.

8. Copyright and Intellectual Property

Under the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988, copyright in all photographs remains with the photographer unless expressly assigned in writing.

Clients may not:

• Sell images;

• Alter images in a way that damages the photographer’s reputation;

• Use images beyond the agreed licence;

• Remove watermarks or copyright notices.

9. Image Delivery

Delivery times are estimates only.

We will make reasonable efforts to deliver photographs within the timeframe stated in the booking agreement.

Minor editing variations, colour differences, and artistic decisions are at our discretion.

10. Portfolio and Marketing Use

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, we may use photographs for:

• Portfolio display

• Website galleries

• Social media promotion

• Studio samples

• Photography competitions

• Professional marketing

Where photographs contain identifiable individuals, we will ensure that any such use complies with applicable data protection laws and any consent preferences agreed with the client.

Clients may opt out of promotional use by notifying us in writing before image delivery.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

• We shall not be liable for indirect or consequential losses.

• Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the services giving rise to the claim.

Nothing in these Terms excludes liability for:

• Death or personal injury caused by negligence;

• Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation;

• Any liability that cannot legally be excluded under UK law.

12. Force Majeure

We are not liable for failure to perform obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including:

• Severe weather;

• Government restrictions;

• Natural disasters;

• Venue closures;

• Transport disruption;

• Illness or emergencies.

13. Complaints

Complaints should be submitted in writing within 14 days of image delivery.

We will investigate and respond within a reasonable period.

14. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of England and Wales.

Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

 

Privacy Policy (UK GDPR)

Last Updated: [Date]

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how Concept Photography collects, uses, stores, and protects personal data in accordance with:

• UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)

• Data Protection Act 2018

• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)

2. Data Controller

April Louise Dolling is the Data Controller responsible for your personal information.

Contact:

• Email: [Email Address]

• Telephone: +447444574003

• Address: [Business Address]

3. Personal Data We Collect

We may collect:

Contact Information

• Name

• Email address

• Telephone number

• Postal address

Booking Information

• Event details

• Venue information

• Scheduling information

Photography Data

• Photographs and video footage

• Image metadata

Website Data

• IP address

• Browser information

• Device information

• Cookies and analytics data

4. Legal Bases for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following legal bases:

Contract

To provide photography services requested by you.

Legitimate Interests

To:

• Operate our business;

• Respond to enquiries;

• Improve our services;

• Maintain records.

Consent

Where required, including:

• Marketing communications;

• Certain promotional uses of photographs;

• Optional cookies.

5. How We Use Personal Data

We use personal data to:

• Provide photography services;

• Communicate regarding bookings;

• Deliver images and products;

• Process payments;

• Maintain records;

• Our market services where lawful.

6. Sharing Personal Data

We may share personal data with:

• Professional printing laboratories;

• Online gallery providers;

• Cloud storage providers;

• Payment processors;

• Professional advisers;

• Regulatory authorities where legally required.

We do not sell personal data.

7. Image Use and Consent

Photographs may contain personal data where individuals are identifiable.

Where required by law, we will obtain appropriate consent before using images for promotional purposes.

Clients may withdraw consent for future promotional use at any time, although this will not affect lawful processing already carried out.

8. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as reasonably necessary.

Typical retention periods may include:

• Client records: up to 7 years

• Accounting records: up to 6 years after the end of the relevant tax year

• Photographs and edited files: [Specify Period]

Retention periods may vary based on legal, contractual, or business requirements.

9. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR you may have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Correct inaccurate data

• Erase data in certain circumstances

• Restrict processing

• Object to processing

• Data portability

• Withdraw consent

Requests may be submitted using the contact details above.

10. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect personal data from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, or disclosure.

11. Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies.

Users can manage cookie preferences through browser settings or our cookie consent tool.

12. Complaints

You may lodge a complaint with the UK’s data protection regulator:

The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

For more information, visit the ICO website.

13. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be published on this website with a revised effective date.