Terms of Service / Public Offer

Effective Date: 09/01/2025
Photographer: Max Fomin, Vancouver, BC

By confirming a booking or submitting a deposit to Max Fomin (“Photographer”), the (“Client”) agrees to the following Terms of Service.

1. Professional Services

Max Fomin Photography provides high-end commercial imagery for the hospitality and architectural industries. Services include, but are not limited to:

• Restaurants & Bars: Commercial food, beverage, and interior photography.
• Hotels & Hospitality: Architectural, amenity, and lifestyle photography.

2. Investment & Quotations

All projects are quoted based on the specific scope of work, production requirements, and intended usage.

• Rate Card: Standard session rates are provided upon inquiry and are subject to change for custom productions.
• Additional Costs: Travel fees (outside Vancouver), specialized equipment rentals, or extensive retouching will be quoted and agreed upon in advance.

3. Booking & Payment Terms

• Deposit: A 50% non-refundable retainer is required to secure the shoot date.
• Final Payment: The remaining balance is due prior to the delivery of the final high-resolution, watermark-free images.
• Methods: Payments are accepted via Bank Transfer, E-Transfer, or Credit Card (via invoice).

4. Licensing & Usage Rights (Commercial)

• Standard License: Upon full payment, the Client is granted a non-exclusive, perpetual license to use the images for their own website, social media, and internal marketing materials.
• Third-Party Use: Images may not be sold, licensed, or distributed to third parties (e.g., architectural firms, delivery apps, or magazines) without the Photographer’s written consent and a separate licensing fee.
• Copyright: The Photographer retains the copyright to all images and may use them for portfolio, marketing, and self-promotional purposes.

5. Delivery & Post-Production

• Timeline: Standard delivery of the final gallery is 5–10 business days following the shoot.
• Artistic Style: The Client acknowledges that they have hired the Photographer for their specific editorial style. The Photographer has final creative control over the editing process. Raw/unedited files are not included in any package.

6. Rescheduling & Cancellation

• 72-Hour Rule: Sessions may be rescheduled once with at least 72 hours' notice at no extra cost.
• Late Cancellation: Cancellations or rescheduling requests made less than 72 hours prior to the shoot will result in the forfeiture of the 50% deposit.

7. Production & Liability

• Access: The Client is responsible for ensuring the Photographer has full access to the location.
• Indemnity: The Photographer is not liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use of the images. The Photographer carries professional liability insurance for all on-site productions.

8. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of British Columbia, Canada.

Acknowledgment

By booking a session with Max Fomin Photography, the Client acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to these terms.