Introduction

Welcome to Ripcho Studio. By accessing or using our school portrait photography services and products, you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, please do not use our services.

Definitions

      •     “Ripcho Studio,” “we,” “us,” or “our” refers to Ripcho Studio.
      •     “You” or “your” refers to the customer, which includes parents, guardians, and schools utilizing our services.

Use of Services

      1. Eligibility: You must be the parent or legal guardian of the minor children for whom the portraits are being ordered or a representative of the school coordinating the services.
      2. Consent: By using our services, you provide consent for Ripcho Studio to photograph the minor children and use the photographs for the purposes outlined in these Terms and Conditions.
      3. Account Creation: To access certain features, you may need to create an account. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information and for all activities that occur under your account.

Orders and Payments

      1. Order Acceptance: All orders are subject to acceptance by Ripcho Studio. We reserve the right to refuse or cancel any order at our discretion.
      2. Pricing and Payment: Prices are subject to change without notice. Payment must be made at the time of order placement. We accept various payment methods as specified on our website or order forms.
      3. Order Confirmation: Upon placing an order, you will receive an email or paper confirmation. If you do not receive a confirmation, please contact us to ensure your order was processed.
      4. Shipping and Delivery: Delivery times are estimates and not guaranteed. We are not responsible for delays caused by shipping carriers or other factors beyond our control.

Photography Services

      1. Service Availability: Our services are available to schools and parents in Ohio and Pennsylvania. Scheduling of photography sessions will be coordinated with the respective schools.
      2. Photographing Minors: All photography sessions will be conducted in a professional manner, with respect for the privacy and comfort of the minor children.
      3. Usage of Photos: Photographs taken may be used for yearbooks, student IDs, and other school-related materials. Additional consent will be required for any other use.

Returns and Refunds

      1. Return Policy: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, you may return it within [specified period] for a refund or exchange, subject to our return policy.
      2. Refund Process: Refunds will be issued to the original payment method within [specified period] after we receive the returned item.
      3. Non-Returnable Items: Certain items, such as custom orders and digital products, are not eligible for return or refund.

Intellectual Property

      1. Ownership: All photographs and related content are the property of Ripcho Studio and are protected by intellectual property laws.
      2. License: You are granted a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the photographs for personal, non-commercial purposes.
      3. Restrictions: You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from our photographs without our express written permission.

Limitation of Liability

      1. No Warranties: Our services are provided “as is” without any warranties, express or implied. We do not guarantee that our services will be uninterrupted or error-free.
      2. Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ripcho Studio shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of our services.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold Ripcho Studio harmless from any claims, damages, or expenses arising from your use of our services or violation of these Terms and Conditions.

Governing Law

These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Ohio, without regard to its conflict of law principles. Any disputes arising from these terms shall be resolved in the courts of Ohio.

Changes to Terms and Conditions

We may update these Terms and Conditions from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new Terms and Conditions on our website. Your continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated Terms and Conditions.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us at:

      •     Email: questions@ripchostudio.com
      •     Phone: (216)631-0664
      •     Mailing Address: Ripcho Studio, 7630 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, Ohio, USA

By using our services, you acknowledge that you have read and understood these Terms and Conditions and agree to be bound by them.