Policy


Purpose

  • This policy explains how photography and videography are handled across our website, services, locations, and events, including what we capture, how we use it, your rights, and how to request changes.

Where and what we capture:

  • Website and social media: We may post photos and videos showcasing our work, products, services, events, team, and customer experiences.
  • Events and sessions: We may photograph or film at events, workshops, or sessions we host or cover for clients.
  • Submissions: Users may submit photos or videos (e.g., testimonials, before/after images, portfolio contributions).

Legal basis and consent:

  • Our content: We rely on legitimate interests to promote our business and document our work, balanced with your privacy rights.

Individuals who are identifiable:

  • Private sessions or commissioned work: We obtain written consent/releases as part of our client agreement.
  • Events: We may display notices at entry. If you prefer not to be photographed, please inform our team or avoid camera-friendly areas.
  • Minors (under the age of consent in your region): We require a parent/guardian’s consent before capturing or using images.
  • Sensitive situations: We do not publish images that are misleading, invasive, or portray individuals in a harmful or defamatory manner.

Model and property releases:

  • Model releases: For commercial use of identifiable individuals, we obtain model releases outlining permitted uses, duration, and any compensation.
  • Property releases: For recognizable private property, artwork, or trademarks used commercially, we obtain property/trademark permissions when required.

Ownership and usage rights:

  • Our images and videos: Unless otherwise agreed in writing, we own the copyright in images we create and publish.
  • Client deliverables: Usage is governed by the applicable contract or license (e.g., personal use, commercial use, time-limited, or perpetual).
  • Third‑party content: If we use licensed stock or contributed content, we follow the license terms and credit when required.

How we use images:

  • Marketing and portfolio: Website, social media, ads, presentations, press kits, printed materials, and case studies.
  • Editorial and educational: Blog posts, guides, behind‑the‑scenes, and event recaps.
  • Internal purposes: Training, quality assurance, and planning.
  • No endorsement: Appearance in our materials does not imply endorsement unless expressly stated.

Editing and context:

  • We may edit for quality, cropping, color, and composition. We avoid deceptive edits that materially alter context.
  • Captions and context will not intentionally misrepresent subjects, events, or outcomes.

Privacy and data protection:

  • Metadata: We may remove or retain metadata (EXIF/GPS) depending on safety and publishing needs. We typically strip location data before public posting.
  • Facial recognition: We do not use or enable facial recognition features on public platforms under our control.
  • Retention: We keep raw and edited files as long as needed for operational, legal, or archival purposes, then delete or archive securely.

Respecting requests:

  • Opt‑out: If you appear in our content and would like it removed or blurred, contact us with a link and description. We’ll review and respond promptly.
  • Corrections: If information in a caption is inaccurate, notify us and we’ll correct it.
  • Accessibility: On request, we can provide alternative text or descriptions for images we publish.

User‑submitted content:

  • Responsibility: You must own or have permission to submit content and it must not infringe others’ rights or depict illegal activity.
  • License you grant: By submitting, you grant us a non‑exclusive, worldwide license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, and display your content in connection with our services and marketing, subject to any written limitations you provide.
  • Attribution: We’ll credit you where feasible and customary.

Prohibited content:

  • No content that is illegal, defamatory, hateful, sexually explicit involving minors, invasive of privacy, or violates intellectual property or publicity rights.
  • No hidden recording in private areas or where a reasonable expectation of privacy exists.

Location‑specific rules:

  • Private property and restricted areas: We follow owner or venue rules and any permit requirements.
  • Public spaces: We respect local laws, permits, and signage. Laws differ by jurisdiction; we comply with applicable regulations where we operate.

Third‑party platforms:

  • Content hosted on third‑party services (e.g., Instagram, YouTube) is also subject to their terms and privacy policies.

Security:

  • We take reasonable measures to protect stored media from unauthorized access, alteration, or loss.

Children and vulnerable persons:

  • Additional safeguards apply, including explicit parental/guardian consent and conservative usage and retention practices.

Intellectual property complaints (DMCA/rights):

  • If you believe your copyright or publicity rights are infringed, send a detailed notice including the URL, description of the work, your contact info, and a statement of good‑faith belief. We may remove or disable access pending review.

Changes to this policy:

  • We may update this policy from time to time. Material changes will be posted with an updated “Last updated” date.

Contact:

  • Email: Brunson_oliver@aol.com
  • Number: (803)-724-8495 Secondary: (803)-297-2995



  • Last updated: 05/27/2026






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