Workshop & Masterclass - Terms & Conditions

ABN - 59 681 376 464

Bookings

All workshop bookings are listed in Australian dollars (AUD) and include GST.
Bookings are processed on a first-come, first-served basis and are confirmed only upon receipt of full payment. You may choose to pay the full workshop cost at the time of booking or secure your position by paying a deposit. If opting for a deposit, the remaining balance is due no later than 30 days before the workshop starting date.

Deposit

All workshop deposits are listed in Australian dollars (AUD) and include GST.
When booking your place, you must pay the deposit at the time of booking. The balance must be paid no later than 30 days before the workshop begins. Failure to pay by this deadline may result in forfeiture of your booking, which I will discuss with you before any final decisions. Deposits for forfeited bookings are non-refundable.

Deposits will only be refunded in extenuating circumstances if you choose to cancel your booking. You will receive an email reminder to pay the final balance before the due date. Occasionally, I may change the final balance due date and will notify you if this happens. Discounts from promotions may not apply when paying by deposit.

Cancellation

Refunds for cancellations depend on the timing relative to the workshop start date:

  • More than 60 days before: 80% refund

  • More than 30 days before: 50% refund

  • Less than 30 days before: No refund

No refunds are provided for withdrawals after the workshop begins. I reserve the right to alter or cancel any workshop due to insufficient participants, adverse weather, instructor illness, logistical problems, or other unforeseeable circumstances. If I cancel a workshop, you will receive a full refund or may choose another date or workshop.

If a workshop is cancelled due to inadequate enrollments, all fees and deposits will be fully refunded or transferred to another workshop. Should your booking be cancelled due to room unavailability or workshop overselling, I will make every effort to accommodate you in another workshop or provide a full refund.

I am not liable for expenses or damages incurred due to workshop cancellations, such as non-refundable airline tickets, equipment, lost income, or other trip-related costs.

Photo / Film Marketing

Photos and videos may be taken during your workshop for marketing purposes. I hold the unrestricted right to use and publish photographs and videos for advertising / marketing purposes,. I also have the right to alter these images without restriction and without your inspection or approval. If you do not wish to be photographed or filmed, please advise me during the commencement of the workshop.

Insurance

I strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance, including coverage for personal health, emergency medical evacuation, emergency medical expenses, and trip cancellation. This should cover non-refundable airfare and trip cancellation fees.

I also recommend insurance for photography equipment against damage from outdoor elements such as snow, rain, hail or sea spray. I am not liable for insurance costs, loss of deposits, airline cancellations or delays, or penalties from non-refundable airline tickets or other expenses/damages incurred in preparing for a workshop.

Payment

All prices are listed in Australian dollars (AUD) and include GST.
The workshop payment includes tuition and accommodation (transportation will be provided for all participants at no cost throughout the workshop). Participants are responsible for all other expenses, including airfares, airport taxes, transportation to and from meeting points, pre- and post-workshop accommodation, entrance fees, laundry, meals, personal items and insurance. I recommend obtaining coverage for trip cancellation, travel accidents, travel delay, baggage issues, visas and medical expenses.

Responsibility

By booking, you accept the hazards of outdoor travel and photography. Delays and alterations may occur due to unforeseen circumstances, leading to possible inconvenience and discomfort. Participants must have a fitness level appropriate for the workshop and bring necessary equipment.

Participants must be over 16 years old (minors must be accompanied by a paying adult). No pets are allowed, except for registered service animals.

In a medical emergency, you are responsible for repatriation costs. Adequate insurance coverage is essential. Participants voluntarily assume all risks and hold me, the workshop leader, and assistants harmless from all liability, actions, claims, debts, and demands arising from the workshop. These terms serve as a release and assumption of risk for your heirs, administrators, executors, and family members, including minors.

I reserve the right to decline or remove any participant whose actions impede the trip or the welfare of others, with no refunds given in such circumstances. Participants are expected to follow safety instructions to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.

Unacceptable verbal or physical behavior towards myself, workshop assistants, or other participants will not be tolerated under any circumstances. I reserve the right to remove any participant from the workshop immediately if they engage in such behavior, no refunds will be given in such circumstances. Maintaining a safe and respectful environment is essential for all attendees.

Liability

Payment of your booking fee indicates acceptance of all terms and conditions on our website. While I strive to ensure a safe, educational, and enjoyable experience, I accept no responsibility for injury, death, illness, accident, losses, or additional expenses associated with workshop participation. This includes damage to equipment, property, or digital data loss.

Participants must assess their own suitability, fitness, and stamina for the workshop. Medical, equipment, and travel insurance are your responsibility. You must inform me of any medical conditions I should be aware of, and this information will be kept confidential.

I am not liable for damages, losses, or expenses from acts of God, detention, annoyance, weather, strikes, civil disturbances, theft, government regulations, or other causes beyond my control. This includes unforeseen delays caused by weather, theft, political disputes, terrorism, strikes, sickness, flight or transportation failures, and other such causes.

I am not responsible for additional accommodation costs not specified in the workshop itineraries due to airline scheduling changes, individual travel arrangements, or other factors. I am also not liable for baggage or property loss or damage. No workshop will incur liability for incidental or consequential damages. I reserve the right to substitute hotels, venues, and facilities and alter the itinerary when necessary.

health & safety

All workshop participants must:

  • Act in a safe and reasonable manner

  • Cooperate with all instructions from myself or any workshop assistants

  • Not consume alcohol during photographic shoots or inside workshop transport / vehicles

  • Follow all instructions from myself or any workshop assistants in the unlikely event of an emergency

Changes

Workshop schedules and plans are tentative and designed to offer exciting photographic opportunities. I reserve the right to alter schedules, plans, and itineraries based on weather, health, safety, or other considerations to ensure they align with the workshop's objectives.

Participants acknowledge that landscape photography is influenced by various factors, including environmental conditions, which cannot be guaranteed.

Agreement

By booking for a workshop, you agree to all the terms and conditions listed above.

Contact

If you have any questions regarding these terms and conditions, please feel free to contact me.