Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: 11.05.2026

Welcome to the website of O photography,Candice Ottaway (“we”, “our”, or “us”). By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions and all applicable laws.

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this website.

1. Website Use
This website is provided for general information and promotional purposes relating to our wedding and portrait photography services.
You agree to use this website lawfully and not to:
  • Interfere with the operation or security of the website
  • Attempt unauthorised access to systems or data
  • Use the website for unlawful or harmful purposes
  • Copy or misuse website content without permission
We may suspend or restrict access to the website at any time without notice.

2. Intellectual Property
Unless otherwise stated, all content on this website is owned by or licensed to us, including:
  • Photographs
  • Text and copywriting
  • Logos and branding
  • Graphics and design elements
  • Videos and galleries
All intellectual property rights are reserved.
You must not reproduce, distribute, modify, publish, or commercially use website content without prior written consent.

3. Photography Copyright
Under the Copyright Act 1968 copyright in photographs generally remains with the photographer unless otherwise agreed in writing.
Clients receive usage rights as specified in their photography agreement or contract. Purchasing photography services does not transfer copyright ownership.
You must not:
  • Edit or alter images without permission
  • Apply filters that materially change the work
  • Sell images commercially unless authorised
  • Submit images to vendors, publications, or competitions without consent where required

4. Portfolio & Promotional Use
We may display selected images from weddings, portrait sessions, and events on:
  • This website
  • Social media
  • Printed marketing materials
  • Studio samples
  • Blogs and publications
If you require privacy regarding your images, please notify us before your session and ensure any restrictions are agreed in writing.

5. Third-Party Links
This website may contain links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or availability of third-party websites and do not endorse them unless expressly stated.

6. Website Information
We aim to ensure information on this website is accurate and current; however, we make no guarantees regarding:
  • Accuracy
  • Completeness
  • Reliability
  • Availability
  • Suitability for any purpose
Information may change without notice.

7. Limitation of Liability
To the maximum extent permitted by Australian law, we exclude liability for any loss or damage arising from:
  • Use of this website
  • Reliance on website information
  • Website interruptions or technical issues
  • Viruses or malicious software
  • Unauthorised access to data
Nothing in these Terms excludes rights that cannot legally be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
Where liability cannot be excluded, our liability is limited to the extent permitted by law.

8. Booking Terms
Photography bookings are subject to separate agreements, contracts, invoices, and policies provided at the time of booking.
Website use alone does not create a client relationship or guarantee availability.

9. Privacy
Your use of this website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.
Please review our Privacy Policy for information about how we collect, use, and protect personal information.

10. User Submissions
If you submit enquiries, reviews, testimonials, or other content through this website, you:
  • Confirm the information is accurate
  • Grant us permission to use submitted content for business purposes
  • Agree not to submit unlawful, offensive, or infringing material
We reserve the right to remove submissions at our discretion.

11. Governing Law
These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of the Australian Capital Territory and Australia.
Any disputes relating to these Terms will be subject to the jurisdiction of the courts of the Australian Capital Territory.

12. Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms & Conditions at any time without prior notice.
Updated versions will be published on this website with a revised effective date.

13. Contact Information
For questions regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact:
O Photography
Candice Ottaway
Canberra, ACT, Australia
[email protected]
0407134377