Photography disputes usually aren’t about the photos — they’re about expectations. How many edited images? When do they arrive? Can the client use them commercially? Settle those up front and the shoot is the easy part.
What to cover
- The shoot — date, time, location, and what you’re shooting.
- Deliverables — number of edited images and the format.
- Turnaround — when the gallery is delivered.
- Usage rights — personal vs commercial use, and any limits.
- Payment and cancellation — deposit, balance, and what happens if the date moves.
Usage rights are the one people forget — and the one that causes the awkward call three months later. Spell them out.
Make it real
Describe the booking, review the terms with your client, and both sign — each keeping a copy.