Agreement for Wedding Photography

1. Copyright. Except as noted below, all photographs created by The photographer are copyright protected. It is a violation of federal copyright law to copy, scan, or allow photographs The photographer have created to be reprinted, duplicated, digitally reproduced, copied, scanned, or altered (digitally or otherwise), without The photographer’s express written permission. The Client agrees to purchase wedding photography prints directly from The photographer unless in possession of the digital negatives. The negatives/digital files remain our sole property unless purchased by the Client. 2. Archival. Upon 1 year after the wedding date the Client will be given the option to purchase the digital negative files at the cost as it applies at that time. If the Client declines to purchase the digital negatives the Client will be given two options: 1. The photographer will continue to archive and protect the files for another year; the Client will be charged the archival cost as it applies at that time. 2. The Clients digital negative files will be destroyed to make room for other clients files and will no longer be available in any form. 3. Exclusivity. In order for the Client to receive the best service and most compelling photos possible, The photographer must be the exclusive professional photographer for the wedding. Guest photographers are welcome with one caveat: The photographer will request your intervention if a guest is inhibiting our ability to fully document your wedding. 4. Limits of liability. While every reasonable effort will be made to produce and deliver outstanding photographs of the wedding events, the entire liability of The photographer to the Client for any claim or loss arising from our performance is limited to a refund to the Client of the amount paid for services. Because a wedding is an uncontrolled event, The photographer cannot guarantee delivery of any specifically requested image(s). In the unlikely event of personal illness or other circumstances beyond the control of The photographer, a substitute photographer acceptable to you may be sent to fulfill the obligations of The photographer. In such case that the Client declines the substitute photographer, the Client may terminate this agreement and receive a full refund of all moneys paid. The photographer will not be held liable for the finished product or incomplete coverage in the event of tardiness or time restrictions placed on The photographer by Client or any outside vendors, including clergy or church restrictions and/or policies on the day of the event. 5. Permissions. It is the clients responsibility to schedule and receive permission to use various locations for photography, including the wedding and reception locations and any other locations used during the day.

Bride Name: Wedding Date:

Bride Email: Ceremony Location:

Bride Phone: Reception Location:

Groom Name Ceremony Time:

Groom Email: Reception Time:

Groom Phone: Number of Bridal Party:

6. Payment for services. A non-refundable retainer of 25% is due at the signing of this Agreement. Upon receipt of the retainer The photographer will reserve your date and be available to you on that date. The retainer is applied toward your total investment agreement. We will not reserve your wedding date until after receipt of the retainer. You may not transfer the retainer to another party, bridal couple or anyone else without our prior written consent. The final payment of the balance owing is due no less than fourteen days before the wedding date. Note that photography will not start until this is paid. If this Agreement is signed less than fourteen days from the wedding date, then all payments are due at signing. If the remaining balance is not paid in full two weeks prior to the scheduled date of the event, we reserve the right not to photograph the event. 7. Definitions: a. Full day wedding package starts with the getting ready photos and ends at the reception when cake cutting, toasts, first dances, garter and bouquet toss are done. The photographer retains the right to leave the reception when the activities listed are complete and the photographer feels like a sufficient level of coverage at the reception has been reached. b. All hours for wedding packages are consecutive and can not be split up throughout the day. c. 2 photographers (Gold and Platinum package) will be present throughout the day for the getting ready shots, ceremony and bridal portraits. The reception only requires 1 photographer.

This Agreement incorporates the entire understanding of the Parties, and the Parties agree to all its terms, and acknowledge receipt of a completed copy of the Agreement signed by all Parties. Any modifications of this Agreement must be in writing and signed by all parties. Each person signing as Client(s) below will be fully responsible for ensuring that full payment is made pursuant to the terms of this agreement. By signing this Agreement, we confirm that we agree to all terms and conditions outlined in this Agreement: Client Name:__________________________________Signature:_______________________________

Date:______________________ Package:_________________Deposit:_____________________

{TEN TIPS} WHAT TO WEAR FOR ENGAGEMENT PHOTOS “What should I wear for my engagement photos?” Below are ten tips to help you cross one more

thing off your wedding checklist.

Tip #1 - Be yourself. My favorite photos are the ones where the couple looks and feels like themselves. Wearing an outfit you’re comfortable in will only accentuate your style and personality. Whether you want to wear jeans and a t-shirt or a matching pajama set, your happiness will show through and influence the overall mood in the photos.

That being said, an engagement shoot is an opportunity to enhance your natural beauty. If you plan to wear makeup for your wedding day, this is a great time to coordinate a trial with your makeup artist. Even if you don’t normally wear makeup, cameras have a sneaky way of picking up uneven tones on our faces. You don’t have to look like a contestant on The Bachelor, but a little foundation and mascara will go a long way toward making your pictures reflect how you look every day.

Tip #2 - Complement each other. Coordinating your outfits a little bit is fine, but unless you are Danny DeVito and Arnold Schwarzenegger in Twins, don’t wear matching outfits. If you don’t dress like each other every day of the week, I don’t recommend dressing the same for your engagement shoot. However, I’m not against wearing colors that complement each other and pieces that have common shades.

Tip #3 - Show your true colors. Black might be slimming, but I generally advise couples not to wear it since it leads to every speck of dust and hair being easily caught on camera. Wearing white should be saved for your wedding day, so go with bright hues or darker warm tones for fall that will pop from the background.

Tip #4 - Comfort is key. If you have to jump up and down in your jeans to get them to fit, you might want to opt for something you’ll feel more free to move in. Want to wear heels for your beach photo shoot? Swap them for flip flops, which will help you look more natural and relaxed. If a strapless dress is in your “maybe” pile, think about whether or not you’ll feel confident or will constantly be adjusting your dress. The better you feel in your clothes, the better you’ll look in front of the camera, so don’t overthink it.

Another part of being comfortable is not having to worry about dragging a purse around or constantly shifting keys and your phone out of your pockets. Leave those items behind or in your car and you’ll feel a lot less restricted without them.

Tip #5 - Dress on the same scale. On the day of your photo shoot, you should both look like you’re headed to the same place. Plan on dressing to the nines? Make sure your fiance isn’t

wearing his favorite Football tee with shorts and white sneakers. Wear clothes that are on the same level of dressiness or casualness.

Tip #6 - Play off the location. Think of your surroundings when picking out colors for your outfit. If your photos are in a park, a green dress might camouflage you with the grass and trees. A complimentary color, like a red dress, would pop against the green if you want to stand out. For a more subdued look, try a cool color like a blue, to differentiate from your surroundings. If you’ll be in more of an urban setting — let’s say in front of an abandoned brick building — try bold hues to contrast with the gritty background.

If you’re going to be shooting in a wheat field, try a casual sun dress or shirt and jeans. If your shoot is more formal — let’s say walking around in downtown Wichita before a date — cocktail attire might be the way to go. If you wouldn’t normally set up a picnic in a field or go trekking through a far-off neighborhood, don’t do it for your engagement photos. If the setting doesn’t feel natural to you, let your Skyler know some of your favorite spots to visit, like a nearby park or the cafe where you first met.

Tip #7 - Switch things up. If you can’t decide between casual and formal, go for both. Bringing more than one outfit never hurts, as long as you don’t have to haul a bag of clothes around everywhere you go. If you are unsure of what to wear, bring a couple of options to your shoot and ask Skyler which one he thinks will work best with the setting. Wardrobe changes are always welcome and will give you an alternative look for your photos.

Tip #8 - Consider the season. This may seem simple enough, but be sure to check the weather the morning of your shoot. Shorts and flip flops probably aren’t the best on a cold day, and wearing Uggs in the summer might not be the most comfortable option. Be sure to ask your Skyler for advice on what kinds of outfits would look best in that season’s setting. If you’re fair-skinned and your engagement photos are being done in early Spring, you probably haven’t gotten a lot of sun. My point is, bright colors can wash pale skin out, so it may be best to go with pastel or neutral tones if you’re naturally porcelain-toned.

Tip #9 - Don’t fear prints. So many couples avoid prints because they don’t want to overdo it, but I welcome a good print. To balance the print, I recommend having your partner wear a solid color to even things out a bit. Patterns and prints will show off your figure, while hiding any parts you might not want to accentuate (psh, you are flawless). Color-blocking breaks things up, and by adding textures or prints, it will only add interest to the outfit. As much as I love patterns and prints, I don’t recommend wearing logos or fabrics that will distract from your lovely faces. The photos should showcase you both as a couple, not your favorite clothing brand or sports team.

Tip #10 - Layer it up. Clothes often photograph better when they are layered, so consider adding a cardigan, blazer, or jacket to finish your look. The weather in the Midwest can be

pretty unpredictable all year round, so prevent uncomfortable photo sessions by layering your look. That way, if you decide to have some photos taken in the cool shade and then hike to y o u r n e x t s u n n y location, you don’t have to break a sweat. Layers are also great because they hide areas you m i g h t n o t f e e l comfortable flaunting. For the guys, depending on the weather, it’s often simple enough to have another shirt under a sweater or jacket to c h a n g e t h i n g s u p halfway through the shoot. Layers can also include accessories like a vest or bel t , which always add another element to the photos.

Don’t feel like you have to treat any of the above like do-or-die rules. By no means will I take away your matching Snuggies if that is your

style (to each their own). At the end of the day, you need to feel good about how you look, which will translate through in the photos.