TERMS & CONDITIONS

Last updated date & time [20th June 2025 | 07:05]

Please read these Terms and Conditions carefully before purchasing a photography or video package from Infinity Focus Photography. These terms cover all services including but not limited to: portrait photography, drone video, roof inspections, real estate walkthroughs, self-tape monologue filming, creative video productions, general videography services, and any future photography or video-based offerings by Maxim Vinciguerra trading as Infinity Focus Photography. These terms apply to personal, non-commercial usage unless otherwise specified via commercial licensing agreement.

Definitions: “Terms”, “Conditions”, “Agreement”, “Licence” refer to the Terms and Conditions as set out in this page (https://infinityfocus.photography/terms), between the Buyer and the Seller.

“Buyer”, “client”, “you”, “your”, “debtor” refers to the person who books a photoshoot or video service with Maxim Vinciguerra trading as Infinity Focus Photography.

“Images”, “files” means any image, images, digital or print files created and supplied by Maxim Vinciguerra in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.

“Footage”, “video content” means any digital video file created and supplied by Maxim Vinciguerra including raw or edited drone footage, self-tape recordings, video productions, and general videography.

“Flight”, “drone flight” means any aerial operation involving a drone device operated by Infinity Focus Photography.

“Videography” means any service involving video capture, production, editing, or post-production by Infinity Focus Photography, including event coverage, interviews, promotional videos, b-roll footage, and creative filming services.

“Seller”, “photographer”, “videographer”, “I”, “us”, “we”, “our”, “Maxim Vinciguerra”, “Infinity Focus Photography”, “creditor”, means any products/services provided by Maxim Vinciguerra, trading as Infinity Focus Photography. This includes services delivered in full or in part by trusted contractors or freelance professionals working on behalf of Infinity Focus Photography. Regardless of who carries out the work, all services remain subject to these Terms and Conditions, and all deliverables are owned, licensed, and distributed solely by Maxim Vinciguerra., trading as Infinity Focus Photography. This includes services delivered in full or in part by trusted contractors or freelance professionals working on behalf of Infinity Focus Photography. Any such third-party services remain subject to the same terms, with the final deliverables owned and licensed by Maxim Vinciguerra.

The headings in these Conditions are for convenience only and shall not affect their interpretation.

By booking a photography or video session with Infinity Focus Photography you acknowledge that you have read, understood, agree to the below terms and conditions of this agreement. Any questions relating to the terms and conditions, please feel free to get in touch.

We reserve the right to make changes to the Terms and Conditions at any time and for any reason. Notification of any changes will be made by updating the “Last Updated” date above. Any changes or modifications will be effective immediately upon posting the updated ‘Terms & Conditions’ on the Site, and you waive the right to receive specific notice of each such change or modification.

Images and footage provided by Maxim Vinciguerra, trading as Infinity Focus Photography, are licensed under the Terms and Conditions set out below.

1. BOOKING, PAYMENT & PRICING

1.1. A £50 deposit for packages, 25% deposit for formal quotations, or the full amount is required to secure your booking. Payable by bank transfer or online checkout. Booking is only confirmed once the deposit is received. For drone and video services booked via the website, the standard deposit applies; if a higher deposit is necessary due to the nature of the work, this will be communicated and arranged directly. Please note: if a drone service must be rescheduled at short notice due to adverse weather conditions or by the client, the deposit remains non-refundable to cover time and planning already undertaken.

1.2. Package price is fixed upon receipt of your payment and will not be affected by any price changes that occur prior to your reserved session.

1.3. The remaining balance is due on the day of your shoot and will be automatically debited in the event of cancellation or no-show. 

1.4. Pricing within the pages of https://infinityfocus.photography remain up to date and Maxim Vinciguerra is not responsible for the accuracy, completeness, or currency of pricing information displayed on any third-party websites.

1.5. Prices for services are listed on the website or provided through a formal quotation. Maxim Vinciguerra reserves the right to update prices at any time, with changes taking effect immediately for new orders.

2. CANCELLATION

2.1. Up to 72 hours prior to the shoot: Deposit refunded. Minus 5% processing fee. 

2.2. Within 72 hours: Deposit non-refundable.

2.3. Within 24 hours or no-show: Full photoshoot fee.

3. REARRANGEMENT

If you would like to rearrange a shoot, admin fees apply as follows:

3.1. Up to 72 hours prior to the shoot: No charge 

3.2. Within 72h: Deposit amount: Unless the slot can be filled.

3.3. Within 24 hours: Full photoshoot fee.

3.4. Deposit is non-refundable if the session is cancelled after rearrangement.

4. COPYRIGHT

4.1. All images remain the property of Maxim Vinciguerra, trading as Infinity Focus Photography and are copyrighted by law.

4.2. Maxim Vinciguerra reserves the right to be identified as the author of his work and for a credit when images are shared publicly, in accordance with sections 77 and 78 of Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 

4.3. All images must be credited either to ‘Infinity Focus Photography’ or ‘Maxim Vinciguerra’, on Instagram @infiniyfocusphoto, on Twitter @FocusInfinity, on facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InfinityFocusPhoto 

More information on copyright can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/copyright-notice-digital-images-photographs-and-the-internet/copyright-notice-digital-images-photographs-and-the-internet

5. LICENCE

Images must not be copied, published or used in any way except as provided for in this Agreement. 

5.1. Images: Maxim Vinciguerra owns and will provide under this Agreement a number of edited digital images as set out either on the website (https://infinityfocus.photography) for a specific package or as per any given quote/invoice, after payment is received in full or in part, as agreed with the Buyer.

Unedited images are not included as standard and will only be provided as JPEG files if expressly stated as part of a specific package or confirmed in writing as part of a quote.

RAW files are not provided under any circumstances. Images are captured with the editing process in mind and are not a true or finished representation of the final product. Lighting, colour, framing, and overall tone are all refined during post-production to meet the professional standard expected of delivered work.

Additionally, under these terms — specifically clause 5.3.5 — the Buyer may not alter the images in any way. This includes applying filters, retouching, or making any other edits. All packages are priced to include a carefully curated selection of professionally edited, high-resolution images, delivered with appropriate licensing.

5.1.1. Video footage (including drone video and self-tape recordings) is licensed under the same personal-use restrictions as images unless otherwise stated in writing. Ownership of copyright remains with the creator, Maxim Vinciguerra.

5.1.2. No raw drone footage or unedited self-tape video will be supplied unless agreed in writing.

5.1.3. Any request for commercial or extended licensing (e.g. social advertising, resale, client re-use, news broadcast) must be quoted for and agreed in writing prior to use.

5.2. Permitted Use

5.2.1. The Buyer shall only use images and video footage in accordance with this Agreement.

5.2.2. Personal, non-commercial use means the Buyer may display images and video footage on their personal computers, use them in showreels, and print or share them on personal websites, social media and third-party websites so long as the content is unaltered and credit is attributed as set out in clause 4.

5.2.3. Images and video footage may be used for promotional material by Maxim Vinciguerra (Infinity Focus Photography). Images may appear in any digital or print format, including but not limited to, on any page of the website (https://infinityfocus.photography), third-party platforms, flyers, or printed media. Video footage may appear on any page of the website (https://infinityfocus.photography), social media, showreels, or any other digital platform.

5.2.4. No proof images may be used for any reason other than review by the client to choose images for editing.

5.2.5. Edited drone footage and self-tape monologues may be used for personal portfolios, showreels, and social sharing. Commercial promotional use requires an extended licence.

5.3. Restrictions on Use

5.3.1. The Buyer may not sell, sub-licence or redistribute images or video footage provided by Maxim Vinciguerra.

5.3.2. The Buyer may not use images or video footage in a commercial manner to earn money, for marketing or advertising purposes, or in a trade mark, except as provided for in this Agreement.

5.3.3. The Buyer shall not use images or video footage in an obscene, defamatory or immoral way.

5.3.4. The Buyer shall not use, and shall not allow to be used the image(s) or video footage for any purposes prohibited by the laws of England and Wales.

5.3.5. The Buyer may not alter the images or video footage in any way.

5.3.6. The Buyer shall not allow others to use the image(s) or video footage and shall not use them in a way that allows others to download, copy or redistribute the content except in accordance with this Agreement.

5.3.7. The Buyer may not upload video or footage provided under this agreement to stock footage platforms, YouTube channels monetised by ads, or any platform that redistributes, sells or licenses content, unless covered by an extended licence.

5.4. Expiry or Termination

5.4.1. The licence will continue indefinitely unless one of the Parties decides not to renew the Agreement or it is otherwise terminated for any of the reasons set out below.

5.4.2. Maxim Vinciguerra reserves the right to cancel the Licence Agreement immediately if for any reason, including but not limited to insolvency or bankruptcy, the buyer fails to make a payment when due.

5.4.3. Maxim Vinciguerra reserves the right to terminate the Agreement immediately, as well as to commence legal proceedings, if any copyright infringement has taken place due to the Buyer’s unauthorised use of the Digital Images or video footage.

5.4.4. Upon termination of the Licence Agreement, the Buyer shall discontinue the use of the Digital Image(s) or video footage provided by Maxim Vinciguerra immediately and destroy all copies of the content, whether in digital or print.

5.5. Liability and Indemnity

5.5.1. Maxim Vinciguerra will not be liable for any third party claims, losses, damages, liabilities, penalties, punitive damages, expenses, legal fees or costs of any kind or amount whatsoever resulting from The Buyer’s use of images or video footage provided.

5.5.2. The Buyer agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Maxim Vinciguerra against any and all claims, losses, damages, liabilities, penalties, punitive damages, expenses, legal fees or costs of any kind or amount whatsoever resulting from or arising out of the unauthorised use of images or video footage provided by Maxim Vinciguerra, or the Buyer’s breach of this Agreement.

5.6. Intellectual Property Rights

5.6.1. Maxim Vinciguerra retains all intellectual property rights of any provided images or video footage, including the sole Copyright (See clause 4). Nothing in this agreement shall operate to transfer, assign or otherwise grant any party any right or interest in Maxim Vinciguerra’s intellectual property rights, or affect ownership by the Seller of intellectual property rights with regard to any images or video footage provided. (See clause 4). Nothing in this agreement shall operate to transfer, assign or otherwise grant any party any right or interest in Maxim Vinciguerra’s intellectual property rights, or affect ownership by the Seller of intellectual property rights with regard to any images provided.

5.6.2. Any use, under any conditions not specifically allowed for in this Agreement, may constitute a violation of the copyright laws of England and Wales, or international copyright agreements.

5.6.3. The Buyer shall not falsely represent that they are the original creator of any images or video footage provided by the Seller.

5.7. Exemptions

Credit not required for LinkedIn profile photo, where no option for credit is possible.

6. DELIVERY

6.1. No images or video footage, including the Contact Sheets/proof images or rough video drafts, will be provided until payment is received in full, other than where a payment plan is in place. No images, including the Contact Sheets/proof images, will be provided until payment is received in full, other than where a payment plan is in place.

6.2. If the selection of images to be edited from the contact sheets is not made within 60 days after receipt of the contact sheets, delivery of edited images is not guaranteed. After 6 months from the shoot, all unedited images will be deleted, see clause 7, Storage.

6.3. All images are provided on an “as is” basis with no right by the client to reject for any reason including but not limited to cropping, photographic style, composition, editing or colour grading.

6.4. Final video content (including drone footage and self-tape monologues) will be delivered via Dropbox, Google Drive or similar method with a download expiry of 14 days unless otherwise arranged.

6.5. All delivered footage is provided in MP4 or MOV format unless otherwise agreed. Responsibility for storage, backups, and conversion to alternate formats lies with the Buyer.

7. STORAGE

7.1. All unedited images and video footage (e.g. full drone flight recordings, contact sheets, or self-tape outtakes) are stored for 60 days unless otherwise agreed. After this time, unedited files will be deleted to free storage space. Edited content is typically stored for a minimum of two years, but cannot be guaranteed beyond that. An exception to this is if a hardware failure results in file loss. Content shared via Dropbox or equivalent remains available for 14 days unless otherwise arranged. It is the client’s responsibility to download and back up all delivered content.

8. TRAVEL AND PARKING

8.1. It is your responsibility to ensure you arrive on time for your booked photoshoot or video session. Late arrival may result in a shorter session or cancellation without refund.

8.1.1. Where the session involves the photographer travelling to you, you must provide clear directions and ensure access is available. Delays due to access issues, unclear instructions, or parking restrictions may reduce shooting time without compensation. It is also your responsibility to ensure you are available and on time at the agreed location. Late arrival or being unavailable may result in a shorter session or missing the shoot altogether, with the full fee still applicable.

8.2. Maxim Vinciguerra accepts no liability for any parking fines incurred for incorrect meter payment, parking in restricted areas, or if your booked photoshoot or video session runs beyond the allotted time.

8.3. For bookings that require the photographer to travel, reasonable travel and parking expenses may be invoiced separately or itemised within a formal quote.

8.4. In the event of unforeseen circumstances (e.g. road closures, transport delays, or adverse weather conditions) that prevent the photographer from arriving as scheduled, the session will be rearranged at no additional charge.

9. LOST AND FOUND

It is your responsibility to ensure none of your possessions’ are left behind after the shoot. If any items are left you are welcome to collect during business hours within two weeks. Alternatively I can post the item to you at a cost of £25 plus postage. After two weeks the item/s will be recycled, donated or disposed of.

10. DRONE FLIGHT CONDITIONS

10.1. All drone services are subject to UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations. Flights are only conducted in locations and conditions deemed legally compliant and safe.

10.2. The client must confirm permission for take-off and landing from private property if required. Infinity Focus Photography cannot operate drones from public land or restricted areas without prior authorisation.

10.3. Flights are strictly weather dependent. High winds, rain, or other adverse conditions may result in delays or rescheduling without liability.

10.4. Urban or residential drone work will be assessed on a case-by-case basis and may require additional planning or location-specific permissions.

10.5. Infinity Focus Photography reserves the right to cancel or postpone drone services on the day of the shoot if conditions are deemed unsafe or legally non-compliant.

11. VIDEOGRAPHY CONDITIONS

11.1. All videography services, including event filming, interviews, promotional footage, and creative content, will be conducted according to pre-agreed requirements discussed before booking. These requirements include location, time, subject matter, and deliverables.

11.2. A shot list or filming brief may be requested in advance. While best efforts will be made to capture all key content, Infinity Focus Photography makes no guarantees that every requested shot will be captured unless formally agreed in writing.

11.3. Sound recording, lighting, and additional technical equipment (e.g. gimbals, lavalier microphones, lighting kits) will be included where appropriate or outlined in the booking confirmation. If specific technical standards (e.g. 4K resolution, dual-system sound) are required, these must be stated before the session.

11.4. All final footage is lightly edited unless a more comprehensive edit is booked. Basic editing may include audio levelling, trimming, titles, and transitions. Heavier edits such as storytelling structure, multiple camera angles, or motion graphics will incur additional cost unless explicitly included.

11.5. Clients will be provided with an initial draft where appropriate and can request up to two minor revisions. Major re-edits or changes beyond what was agreed at booking will be charged at a standard hourly editing rate.

11.6. Unless otherwise specified in writing, videography footage is licensed for personal use only. Commercial use (e.g. advertising, promotional campaigns, paid media, client-facing videos) requires an extended licence.

11.7. Infinity Focus Photography is not liable for missed moments or spontaneous occurrences unless explicitly requested beforehand. Clients are encouraged to communicate key moments clearly.

11.8. Due to the nature of videography, environmental factors such as ambient noise, lighting conditions, or crowd interference may affect the quality of footage. Reasonable steps will be taken to mitigate these issues, but perfect conditions cannot be guaranteed.

12. GOVERNING LAW

These Terms and any disputes arising under or in connection with them are governed by the laws of England and Wales. Any legal action or proceedings related to these Terms shall be brought before the courts of England and Wales.