Friday, October 17, 2008

WELCOME

Welcome!


As the founder of Tamara Tigner Photography, I strive to capture your child as they are. Forgoing forced smiles and poses; I embrace the natural smiles and expressions that your child gives. When you look at an image by Tamara Tigner Photography through the years, I want you to remember the experience of a custom photographer and the personal attention to you and your child’s needs. I want you to cherish the beauty and quality of the images and the memories of your child that will last a lifetime.


I hope that you find the enclosed information helpful and informative as you begin your photographic journey with Tamara Tigner Photography. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me via phone or by email. I look forward to meeting you and your child, and capturing them in this brief moment of childhood.

Sincerely,


Tamara Tigner
Photographer

(405)406-3251
threeliltigs@aol.com
www.tamaratignerphotography.net

Business Policies

Our Business Policies

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This document is intended to outline the business policies and procedures used by Tamara Tigner Photography.


Copyright Information: All images copyrighted by photographer, Tamara Tigner. It is illegal and unlawful to scan, copy, or reproduce Tamara Tigner’s work in any manner or medium and punishable by law with fines starting at $150,000. As an artist, Tamara Tigner wishes to have complete control over the final look of her client's images, and scanned images damage her reputation as a photographer by distorting and devaluing the image quality.

Thank you for respecting Tamara Tigner’s work and livelihood by choosing not to reproduce her images.

Print Orders: Print orders must be made and paid in full at the preview session.. For those previewing online, your online gallery expires within one week. It is highly recommended that you make your purchasing decisions within this time frame. If you would like to re-publish your gallery, there is a $25 fee.

Exclusive Photographer: Please only bring the people that will be photographed to the session. Also, please do not bring your own camera, camcorder, or recording device to the session.

Before Your Session: Please have your children dressed, and ready to go for their session. This includes hair combing, and having their faces clean. Children are more likely to become grouchy if they are fussed with too much before the session.

Final Prints: Your final print order will be delivered approximately 2-3 weeks after your previewing session. Canvases and painted portraits may take up to 4-6 weeks. Tamara Tigner will contact you by phone in order to set up a convenient time for your images to be delivered.

Portrait Care: Handle your portraits with extreme care. Damage incurred as a result of improper handling, framing or hanging is the responsibility of the client.

Retainer Policy: A non-refundable retainer for your session is due within five days after booking your appointment. This guarantees the time and date allotted for you. Should payment not be received in this time frame, Tamara Tigner reserves the right to offer the date and time to another client.

Sales are Final: Due to the custom nature of each session, all sales final - proof books that are purchased are not returnable.

Re-Shoots: Re-shoots are at the discretion of the photographer and are not given for regretful personal choices such as hair and clothing choices.

Under the Weather: If your child is feeling ill, please call to reschedule. Tamara Tigner understands that sometimes, this happens. If you must cancel, please try to do so at least 48 hours before your session.

Travel Fee: There is a $25 travel fee for locations 30 miles outside of Harrah, Mcloud, Shawnee, or Midwest city, OK.

Payment Options: Tamara Tigner accepts cash and checks; VISA, MasterCard and Discover accepted through paypal.

Personal Checks: Checks returned by the bank, for any reason, will be charged a $25.00 service charge and all orders will be cancelled if they are not paid in full within three days of notification.

Usage: Tamara Tigner reserves the right to use the negatives and/or reproductions for display, publication, or other purposes. Negatives and originals remain the property of Tamara Tigner Photography.

Reprints: All ordered images will be kept on file for one year after your initial order. All images that are not ordered will be kept on file for one week only. You are welcome to place a re-print order from the images you originally purchased.

I, the undersigned, have read and understood the above policies.


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Signature Date

Copyright Information

Copyright Information

All images copyrighted by photographer, Tamara Tigner Photography. It is illegal and unlawful to scan, copy, or reproduce Tamara Tigner Photography work in any manner or medium and punishable by law with fines starting at $150,000. As an artist, Tamara Tigner Photography wishes to have complete control over the final look of her clients’ images, and scanned images damage her reputation as a photographer by distorting and devaluing the image quality.

Furthermore, photography is Tamara Tigner Photography livelihood, how she supports her family. One or two people scanning may not have an effect on her business, but imagine if it were more than one or two people. That would have an impact on her business, as well as her family.

“But don’t I own images of my own child?”

When a photographer takes images of you or your child, the images are copyrighted. You have the permission to hang the images up in your home and enjoy them; you do not have permission to make copies of the images. This includes home printers or printers at local camera shops and convenience stores (such as Rite Aid, Wal-Mart, etc). We keep in close contact with local stores, letting them know that we are to be alerted when issues of copyright come up in their stores.

In conclusion, Tamara Tigner Photography wishes that all images carrying her name look their absolute best. She goes to great lengths to provide you with top-quality, beautiful images that you are proud to display and share. Copying and scanning these images greatly reduces their beauty and quality. Please contact her if you would like additional images of your child.

Thank you for respecting Tamara Tigner Photography work and livelihood by choosing not to reproduce her images.


Client Signature: __________________________________
Date: _____________

Model Release

This is a copy of the Model Release you will be required to sign.

Model Release

I hereby consent that my name and the photographs taken and presented by this photographer may be used by Tamara Tigner Photography for the purpose of display, portfolio, advertising, website or any publication to promote her studio or name. I also agree that the images can be used without additional compensation to the undersigned. I am of full age and have the right to contract in my own name. I have read this model release and fully understand the contents thereof.
This release shall be binding upon me and my heirs, legal representatives, and assigns.

I have legal authority to grant these permissions and I accept all responsibility for such.



Name: ___________________________________________ Age: ____

Address: __________________________________________
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Phone: _________________________


Signature: ___________________________________________ Date: _______________


If under 18, we will need a parent or legal guardian’s signature.


Name: _____________________________________________

Signature: __________________________________________ Date: ________________

Online Gallery Information

Online Gallery Information

Thank you for choosing Tamara Tigner Photography! I am pleased to have met you and photograph your children. The following is some information that will help you understand how to view and order your photos.

Viewing- Aprox. One week after your session, Tamara Tigner Photography will call or email you a private online link to view/order your photos. This gallery is available for one week. If you need more time, galleries can be extended and re-posted on the web for a fee of $25 per additional week. All galleries are password protected. Tamara Tigner Photography does not give out any gallery information to anyone other than the client. If you wish to share your gallery with friends/family or if you have family members who wish to order photos as well, you are responsible for giving them your login information.
Ordering-If you place your order within the one week viewing time frame, you will receive an additional 10% off your ordering total. Your discount will be taken out automatically at checkout. If you have any other discounts or coupons that you are using, please make sure that Tamara Tigner Photography has the coupon on file. Your discount will then be added to your gallery so that it will be taken out at checkout as well.
Payment- Tamara Tigner Photography accepts cash, check, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover Cards. A $25 returned check fee is applied for any bounced checks.

Depending on your session, you will be given aprox. 10-30 photos to chose from in your gallery. Your photos will be ready for viewing/ordering one week after your session date. Photo *teasers* are usually posted to Tamara Tigner Photography’s blog within a day or two after the session so that you may enjoy a few photos before the rest of your gallery comes available to you. These photos will be posted at the following blog link.
www.tamaratignerphotography.blogspot.com
If you have any questions, please call or email the studio at TTPStudios@aol.com or 405-406-3251

Reorder Information

Reorder information

Tamara Tigner Photography allows reprint orders for up to 6 months after the session date. Please keep in mind that all photos that were ordered are kept on file for 6 months. All photos that were not ordered are then deleted after one week. Reorders will only be available for the remaining photos that are stored on disk.

Reorders are subject to a $100 minimum order placement.
For information about placing a reorder please contact the studio at TTPSTudios@aol.com or 405-406-3251.

Thank you,
Tamara Tigner Photography

Newborn Information

Newborn Information Form – Studio


Congratulations and thank you for choosing Tamara Tigner Photography to photograph the most fleeting stage of your child's life ... the first few weeks. Below, I have enclosed the information pertaining to a newborn session at our studio. It is my hope that you will find this information helpful as you prepare for our session together. If you have any more questions, please feel free to ask.


• Please feed your baby before you arrive so that he or she has a full tummy. Also, if you'd like shots of your baby undressed, please undress him/her and loosen diaper, then wrap your baby in a blanket, and feed him/her. Weather permitting, of course. Otherwise, your baby may get upset at being undressed when they were so cozy. I do like to photograph a newborn mostly in little to no clothes, but feel free to bring an outfit that you may want him or her in. Please note that many clothing changes may make your little one upset, so it is best to do birthday suit shots and possibly one outfit.

• I often use the parents as backdrops for baby, so please wear a black top and black pants (if possible). Also, an extra set of clothes for the parents is a good idea, just in case. Mom and dad are welcome to join for pictures with baby at no extra charge.

• Please know that there is no rush with a newborn session. I like to give special attention to each client, especially newborn sessions. Please know that I do not mind waiting for you to nurse or change baby, or taking a break to soothe your baby.

• When doing the poses where the baby is undressed, it is normal (and okay!) for him or her to "relieve" him or herself on my backdrop ... or anywhere else. I can assure you this happens all the time and I am not upset or offended. Please bring with you baby wipes, extra diapers and a towel. After each newborn session I am sure to launder all of my backdrops and other items the baby comes in contact with. This is included in the session fee for a newborn session.




• Please only bring those who are to be photographed to the studio. Also, cameras and other recording devices are not permitted.


• Please bring something for the older children to do while they are not being photographed. Crayons, mini board games, and books are good choices.


• Lastly, please bring a list of “must haves” images (close-ups with feet and hands, with someone, etc.)

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call or email me. My phone number is 405-406-3251 and my email is threeliltigs@aol.com

Thank you and congratulations again on your new addition!

Tamara Tigner
Photographer