It’s a tale as old as time, but when you enter into work in the photography space without a contract, problems like this are bound to arise.
An unfortunate Redditor recently revealed on the site that a client they had done a shoot for eight months previously came back asking for the download link.
Unfortunately, and somewhat predictably, this was about a week after they had already deleted the client’s photographs.
And this was one of those situations in which, as you guessed, there was no contract.
Now, we are not in any way naive enough to believe that a lot of photographers aren’t working on good faith in this industry—but what happens when situations like this arise?
For one, it potentially leaves you open to legal repercussions—a knife that cuts both ways.
Of course, as anyone will tell you, the first thing in a legal situation that lawyers will ask for is the contract. And if there is no contract, you are about to enter a quagmire.
But this particular situation also raises the question: how long is reasonable to keep a client’s old work? For that, you might need to use common sense—or, preferably, as you guessed it, have a contract in place.
So how long do you keep clients’ work?
Is eight months a reasonable amount of time?
And do you have a standard contract that you use that covers this scenario?
Congratulations Yaara & Adam Date | 24.07.21 Location|Eden NairobiTumbiliRoad Nairobi Wedding Photographer | Antony Trivet Photography Assistant Photographer|Mackin Barasa Catering|Baraka Events One misconception people have is that destination weddings can be tough to plan, the truth is that planning luxury wedding events doesn’t have to be scary. However, visiting the venue beforehand and maybe having a bit of a hand in the planning to give yourself a photographic advantage may make things a lot easier. And another thing that is absolutely essential is to make sure that you have an amazing wedding planner.
This wedding was one to remember as it took place at a beautiful venue on a beautiful day! As a wedding photographer based in Nairobi City County for over ten years, we have seen more beautiful wedding venues than we can count! Inevitably, there are a few favorites that stand out from the rest for their excellence. We recently booked a couple who brought us back to one of those favorite locations and a true gem among choices for wedding venues:- Eden Nairobi Tumbili Road. This historic hotel located on Tumbili Road offers a plethora of gorgeous backgrounds which is exactly what we needed for Yaara & Adams’ Israelite Jewish Traditional Wedding.
Israelite Jewish Traditional Wedding :: Eden Nairobi Tumbili Road
Israelite Jewish Traditional Wedding :: Eden Nairobi Tumbili Road
Israelite Jewish Traditional Wedding :: Eden Nairobi Tumbili Road
Alice and Kevin’s wedding at Paradise Gardens Kiambu was the perfect day you would expect from this storybook couple. Their ceremony was a unique blend of cultures, individuals, and love. More than once, the photographers and videographers had to wipe tears from their eyes and take a deep breath to go on, touched by the outpouring of love and support from family and friends.
Love was in the air, the Scrabble tiles, and now the images. We had a great time exploring old and new favorites in Paradise Gardens Kiambu with Alice and Kevin and capturing these images of a fun, loving couple who made us feel happy to be alive. Paradise Gardens Wedding Venue :: Kenyan Weddings Love Story
“The great marriages are partnerships. It can’t be a great marriage without being a partnership.” – Helen Mirren
“In terms of my marriage, you know, falling in love with my husband was by far the best thing that’s ever happened to me.” – Caroline Kennedy
“My husband has made me laugh. Wiped my tears. Hugged me tight. Watched me succeed. Seen me fail. Kept me strong. My husband is a promise that I will have a friend forever.” – Unknown
“Husband and wife relationships are like the relationship of Tom and Jerry. Though they are teasing and fighting, but can’t live without each other.” – Unknown
“My husband is my best friend, my greatest support, my biggest comfort, my strongest motivation, my truest smile, my deepest love, my favorite, my forever. He has me. Entirely.” – Unknown
“A husband and wife may disagree on many things but they must absolutely agree on this: to never, ever give up.” – Unknown
“There is no such cozy combination as man and wife.” – Menander
This week, I wanted to share a story about myself and my work. Why I create and what motivates me as a photographer. I hope you enjoy what I wrote. It was straight from my heart.
I’m a creative landscape photographer from southern Finland. Ever since I was a kid, I have been fascinated by art and paintings and how to create something out of nothing. My photography style is dreamy and minimalistic.
With my photography, my goal is to transport you to a timeless, peaceful, and beautiful world and connect you back to nature, reminding you of what it feels like to be alive and what it feels like to be human.
Mikko Lagerstedt – In The Mist – 2022
My grandma was the biggest inspiration when I grew up – she has made beautiful paintings and drawings throughout her life. She is 94 at the moment I write this. I didn’t understand how she or anyone created such beautiful art. I thought it was a gift you either had or not. Of course, I tried making sketches and paintings as a child. Still, I never spent enough time learning to create something unique until photography found me. I have been photographing for the past 15 years and have always photographed for myself from the early days.
Playing outside was my favorite thing when I grew up. I often spent my free time outdoors with my friends and siblings, whatever the weather. That’s where my love for the outdoors began.
How it all started
My first inspiration for photography came when I was driving to our relative’s cabin. It was a summer evening in 2007, and after a rainy day, the sun came out, and so did the fog. I had to stop taking a couple of photographs with a point-and-shoot camera. As I was going through the images I captured, I was amazed. And thought that these were the moments I wanted to start to capture. This is the view I witnessed and is the only one I still have from those photos.
My first nature photograph captured with point-and-shoot camera in 2007.
As a photographer, I am in awe of the beauty of the world around me, from mist to late-night views of stars. There is always something inspiring to capture with my camera.
When I bought my first DSLR camera in 2008, I learned that photographing is only the first step. The process of creating my work is not linear. I started using Camera Raw to edit the peculiar raw files. From there, I moved to Lightroom, which I use 80% of the time.
I started sharing my photographs in 2008 on Flickr. Since then, I’ve been fascinated by how my photos can provoke emotions in the viewer. Sometimes how I wanted and sometimes completely differently I envisioned. I also use multiple exposures and photographs of scenes to represent the view and feelings I experience while taking the photographs.
Capturing a stunning photograph can be challenging. You must be in the right place at the right time to capture the perfect light, weather, and composition. I often capture only a few photographs I’m satisfied with within a year.
Inspiration
I have always been drawn to using a single subject in my pictures, which may be related to the passing of my best friend the day before I turned 19. This solitary element serves as a reminder to appreciate the solitude and solitude of the world around us. The events and experiences of our past give our work depth and richness. Your struggles and hardships give your work a unique angle. Embrace it.
Mikko Lagerstedt – Into the Unknown – 2022
Mikko Lagerstedt – Alone – 2022
Nothing lasts forever, and our surrounding world is ever-changing. Through my photography, I aim to inspire others to see the world differently and appreciate its beauty. I want to connect with others and share the moments that inspire me, hoping they will inspire others.
From the early days of Facebook and Instagram, I gained a significant following of around 1.7 million across social media platforms. In 2009 I entered some of my work in competitions, got mentions, and won second place in the Nikon photo competition, which boosted my confidence to continue photographing.
Nikon Photo Contest 2nd Place
Sharing knowledge
Fast forward to 2014, I left my job in a restaurant and started creating full-time. It has been a challenging route, but one I would never change. I was one of the pioneers of Lightroom presets. I released my first preset collection in 2013, and the sales of the collection helped me take the leap of faith to create full-time.
I wrote, designed, and published a book, Star Photography Masterclass, and was astounded by how people received it. It’s still one of the most sold items in my catalog. I’ve been balancing teaching others and creating for myself ever since.
I rarely travel far from where I live. And capturing beautiful photographs does not always require traveling to the far corners of the world. There is beauty to be found all around us if we take the time to look for it.
Sharing my work online has allowed me to connect with a broad audience and to grow a community of people who appreciate the beauty of the world around us. I constantly strive to improve my craft and create captivating, compelling images.
Mikko Lagerstedt – Infinite – 2022
Thank you for reading! This is me.
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