12/12/2021
I’m posting this so that our valued clients have a heads up regarding their sessions, and to help reduce any confusion.
If clients want to have licensed or trademarked characters included in their photo shoot, it will be absolutely necessary for the client to provide proof of a licensing agreement prior to the session.
As a creative, I don’t make it a habit to “borrow” decor, costuming, storylines, etc from other creatives like Disney, Seuss Enterprises, etc. It is illegal for me to profit off of their trademarks and I could be sued and/or forced to shut down my business.
Please, please don’t make arrangements for characters for any session without first notifying me and making certain that you have the licensing agreements necessary. If you show up to a session with a character without that agreement, your session will be cancelled on the spot, without a refund.
I’m so sorry to be harsh, but integrity is a foundational principle for Courageous Photography and we will not be liable for violation of trademarks, copyright, and licensing.