TERMS AND CONDITIONS


Effective Date: May 3, 2026


These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your use of this website and services provided by Andy Hardeman Photography and Media (“we,” “our,” or “us”). By using this website or booking services, you agree to these Terms.


1. SERVICES


Andy Hardeman Photography and Media provides:


Photography

Videography

Drone services

Editing and content creation

Consulting and website services


All services are subject to agreed scope, timeline, and pricing.


2. BOOKING & PAYMENT

A retainer or deposit may be required to secure a project date

Remaining balance is due as agreed prior to or upon delivery

Late payments may result in delayed delivery


We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule services if payment terms are not met.


3. PROJECT CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS

Changes to scope may affect pricing and timeline

Cancellations may result in forfeiture of the retainer

Rescheduling is subject to availability


4. OWNERSHIP & COPYRIGHT


All photos, videos, and content created remain the intellectual property of Andy Hardeman Photography and Media.


Clients are granted a license to use the content, not ownership.


5. LICENSED USE


Unless otherwise agreed in writing, your license includes:


Website use

Social media use

Organic marketing


6. EXTENDED LICENSING


Additional licensing is required for:


Paid advertising (digital or print)

Commercial campaigns

Broadcast or large-scale distribution

Resale or third-party usage


Licensing terms will be outlined separately if applicable.


7. CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES


Clients are responsible for:


Securing permissions for locations and properties

Preparing spaces for photography or video

Providing accurate project details

Obtaining consent from individuals appearing on camera

8. DELIVERY

Delivery timelines vary based on project scope

Final files are delivered digitally unless otherwise agreed

Raw files are not included unless specified


9. CREATIVE CONTROL


We retain creative control over:


Composition

Editing style

Final selection of delivered content


This ensures consistency with our brand and quality standards.


10. PORTFOLIO USE


Unless otherwise agreed in writing, we reserve the right to use all completed work for:


Portfolio

Website

Social media

Marketing and promotional purposes


11. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY


Andy Hardeman Photography and Media is not liable for:


Indirect or consequential damages

Loss of business or revenue

Third-party misuse of delivered content

Uncontrollable circumstances (weather, access issues, etc.)


12. WEBSITE USE


All content on this website is protected by copyright and may not be copied, downloaded, or used without permission.


13. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES


We may use third-party platforms (such as Pixieset or payment processors). We are not responsible for their policies or actions.


14. GOVERNING LAW


These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of California.


15. CHANGES TO TERMS


We may update these Terms at any time. Continued use of the website or services indicates acceptance of any changes.


16. CONTACT


Andy Hardeman Photography and Media

San Luis Obispo County, California

hello@andyhardeman.com