TERMS OF WEBSITE USE

PLEASE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SITE

(Part of Victoria Prints Limited)

1. General

1.1 These Terms & Conditions (“T&Cs”) apply to all photography services provided by Shutter Bloom, a trading name of Victoria Prints Limited (“the Company”, “we”, “our”, “us”).
1.2 By booking a photography session with us, the Client (“you”, “your”) agrees to be bound by these T&Cs.
1.3 No variation to these T&Cs shall be effective unless agreed in writing by the Company.

2. Bookings & Payments

2.1 A non-refundable deposit of 20% of the total session fee is required at the time of booking to secure your date.
2.2 For mini sessions, the booking deposit may vary and will be clearly stated at the time of booking.
2.3 The remaining balance must be paid in full at least 7 days before the session/event date.
2.4 If the final balance is not received by the due date, the Company reserves the right to cancel the booking and retain the deposit.

3. Cancellations & Rescheduling

3.1 All booking deposits are non-refundable.
3.2 Cancellations made within 7 days of the session/event date may result in the full fee being payable.
3.3 Requests to reschedule must be made at least 7 days prior to the session. Rescheduling is subject to availability.

4. Copyright & Usage

4.1 All images remain the copyright of Victoria Prints Limited (Shutter Bloom).
4.2 Clients are granted a personal usage licence to print, share, and display the images for non-commercial purposes.
4.3 Images must not be altered, edited, sold, or used commercially without written permission.
4.4 The Company reserves the right to use images for portfolio, marketing, social media, and promotional purposes, unless you request otherwise in writing before your session.

5. Delivery of Images

5.1 Edited images will be delivered digitally within 4–6 weeks of the session/event unless otherwise agreed.
5.2 The Company is not responsible for print quality or delivery delays when images are printed through third-party providers.

6. Liability

6.1 The Company will take all reasonable care to provide high-quality images but cannot be held responsible for circumstances beyond its control, including but not limited to: weather, venue restrictions, lateness of subjects, or technical issues.
6.2 In the unlikely event of complete photographic failure, our liability shall be limited to a full refund of monies paid.
6.3 The Company shall not be liable for indirect, consequential, or incidental damages.

7. Client Responsibility

7.1 The Client is responsible for ensuring all necessary permissions and consents (e.g. venue permissions, model releases) are obtained prior to the session.
7.2 Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian throughout the session.

8. Confidentiality & Data Protection

8.1 The Company collects and stores personal information in line with UK data protection laws.
8.2 Client information will not be shared with third parties without consent, unless required by law.

9. Governing Law

9.1 These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England & Wales.
9.2 Any disputes shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England & Wales.