policies & disclaimers



Deposits are non-refundable


Cancellations within 24 hrs = deposit lost


No-call/no-show = session forfeited


Clients arriving more than 15 minutes late may lose time


No RAW or unedited photos are ever shared


Usage is for personal use only unless licensed


All photos remain copyright of Marco Montiel


Unsafe or disrespectful behavior = session canceled


By booking, you agree to my artistic style, terms, and editing approach


By booking with Marco Montiel, you agree to all terms outlined in this guide, including session policies, deposit requirements, editing timelines, and usage rights


All deposits are non-refundable unless otherwise stated, and full payment is required before any final content is delivered


Turnaround timelines begin once full payment is received


Clients receive a personal-use license for delivered images; commercial usage (advertising, resale, business use) requires prior written licensing


Marco Montiel retains full creative control and reserves the right to select final images unless a selection process is included in your package


Images may be used for portfolio, promotional, or social media purposes unless the client opts out in writing before the session


Clients may not apply filters, heavy edits, or AI modifications to delivered work without written approval


Sessions may be rescheduled or canceled in the event of emergencies, unsafe weather, or unavoidable conflicts


Marco Montiel is not liable for personal injury, equipment damage, or lost property during the session


Final galleries remain available for 30 days; long-term storage is not guaranteed.

Reshoots are only granted if a technical issue occurs on the photographer’s part and do not apply to style, posing, or location preferences


Late payments may result in delayed delivery or a 10% late fee per day


If you share your images online, tagging and/or collaboration posts with @mar.comontiel is always appreciated