Terms & Conditions

Northern Exposures Photography
Effective Date: November 9, 2026

Welcome to Northern Exposures Photography. By using our website, purchasing our products, or booking our photography services, you agree to the applicable terms and conditions outlined below.

Please review these terms carefully before making a purchase or confirming a booking.

1. Business Information

Northern Exposures Photography is an independently operated photography business based in Elliot Lake, Ontario, Canada.

Photographer: Richard Boose
Studio: 5 Columbia Walk, Elliot Lake, Ontario
Phone: 705-827-1011
Email: contact@northernexposures.ca
Website: northernexposures.ca

Studio visits and photography consultations are available by appointment.

2. Photography Products & Wall Art

Northern Exposures Photography offers original photographic artwork in a variety of formats, including photographic prints, framed photography, canvas, Forex, Metal, and Acrylic wall art.

Product availability, sizes, materials, finishes, and prices may vary depending on the photograph and selected options.

We strive to display photographs and product examples as accurately as possible. However, colours, brightness, contrast, and appearance may vary between computer screens, mobile devices, printing processes, and finished materials.

Product previews and mockups are intended to illustrate the artwork and available presentation options. Actual products may differ slightly in appearance.

Customers are responsible for reviewing their selected photograph, size, material, and framing options before completing an order.

3. Custom Orders, Returns & Refunds

Many of our photographic products are printed or manufactured specifically for each customer's order.

Because of their customized nature, changes or cancellations may not be possible once production has begun.

If you receive an incorrect, damaged, or defective item, please contact Northern Exposures Photography promptly with your order information and photographs of the issue.

We will review the circumstances and arrange an appropriate resolution, which may include correction, replacement, or refund.

Returns or refunds for a change of mind are subject to our published Return & Refund Policy.

Nothing in these terms limits any rights or remedies available under applicable consumer protection laws.

4. Digital Photography & Downloads

Digital photographs may be available for purchase through our website, including individual event photographs and other downloadable imagery.

Unless otherwise stated in writing, purchased digital photographs are provided with a personal-use licence.

Customers may download, store, print, and share their purchased photographs for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Purchasing a digital photograph does not transfer copyright or ownership of the image.

Without written permission, customers may not resell, commercially reproduce, redistribute as downloadable files, license to third parties, or otherwise commercially exploit purchased photographs.

Businesses, organizations, advertisers, and publications requiring commercial usage rights must contact Northern Exposures Photography for licensing information.

Digital products are delivered according to the instructions provided at purchase. Refunds and cancellations are governed by our Return & Refund Policy and applicable law.

5. Copyright & Intellectual Property

Unless otherwise indicated, the photographs, artwork, graphics, logos, and original creative content displayed on this website, are owned by Northern Exposures Photography or used with permission. This includes any photo, video, music, writing, logo, or digital arts posted on any of Northern Exposures Social Media accounts.

All applicable copyright and intellectual property rights are reserved.

Visitors may browse and view content for personal, non-commercial purposes.

Downloading, reproducing, distributing, modifying, selling, or using our photographs or artwork commercially without permission is prohibited, except where permitted by law or an applicable purchased licence. Violators will be pursued and prosecuted.

The availability of an image online does not mean it is free to use, copy or alter including AI reproductions or advertisements.

For social media, it is preferred to have our work shared using the share button. Copy-save-reposting is strictly prohibited without permission. Violators risk having their social media accounts restricted, suspended, or closed via a DMCA report to the respected social medias where the rule is broken.

For commercial photography clients, usage rights and deliverables are determined by the applicable photography agreement.

6. Digitally Remastered & AI Artwork

Northern Exposures Photography offers both traditional photographic works and digitally created or enhanced artwork.

Our Digitally Remastered collection may contain original photographs substantially enhanced through Photoshop or artificial intelligence, as well as artwork created entirely using digital tools, including AI.

These works are offered as creative digital art and should not automatically be interpreted as accurate representations of actual places, animals, events, or photographic encounters.

We make a distinction between traditional camera-captured photography and digitally created or substantially transformed artwork.

Customers should review individual product descriptions when purchasing artwork from these collections.

7. Photography Sessions & Bookings

Northern Exposures Photography provides photography services including weddings, engagements, family portraits, maternity, newborns, headshots, sports, events, and commercial photography.

Photography services are subject to availability.

Customers should confirm the requested date and service details directly with the photographer before purchasing a booking retainer.

Purchasing a retainer or photography-related product does not, by itself, guarantee a booking for an unconfirmed date.

A booking is confirmed only when Northern Exposures Photography has accepted the requested date and the applicable booking requirements have been satisfied.

Package inclusions, session durations, deliverables, pricing, and additional requirements are determined by the selected service and any separate written photography agreement.

8. Wedding Retainers & Cancellations

A non-refundable booking retainer of $500 is required to secure a wedding photography date, unless otherwise specified in a written agreement.

This retainer compensates Northern Exposures Photography for reserving the agreed date, committing photographer availability, and declining other potential bookings for that date.

Once the booking is confirmed, the retainer is non-refundable if the client cancels the wedding or no longer requires our services, except where a refund is required by applicable law or the booking agreement.

The retainer is credited toward the total cost of the selected wedding photography package.

Any request to change the wedding date is subject to availability and written approval. An approved date change may require a new retainer, and the original retainer may be forfeited, subject to applicable law and the booking agreement.

If Northern Exposures Photography cannot accept the requested date before a booking is confirmed, any payment received for that unconfirmed reservation will be refunded.

8-2. Wedding Package Delivery

Although we strive to deliver our wedding photos within 8 weeks of capturing the event and receiving the balance, it is never guaranteed. Seasonal conditions of heightened bookings can delay delivery dates. Family sessions will take priority over wedding photos due to the timing of the season and it being a smaller obligation to complete. This is especially true during the month of October where we are extremely busy with smaller bookings. It should be understood that any wedding booked after August will have any post production during the month of October paused until early November to allow us to address the busy season of Fall bookings. Once our Fall bookings are completed and delivered, wedding production will resume until completed.

9. Session Scheduling & Delivery

Photography sessions are scheduled by mutual agreement.

Clients are responsible for arriving on time and providing any information needed to prepare for their session.

Weather, safety concerns, equipment problems, unforeseen emergencies, or other circumstances may occasionally require rescheduling.

When such circumstances arise, Northern Exposures Photography will communicate with affected clients and work toward an appropriate resolution.

Image selection, editing, delivery timeframes, and the number of photographs provided depend on the purchased package or applicable agreement.

10. Event Photography

Northern Exposures Photography may photograph sporting events, competitions, races, festivals, and community activities.

Event photographs may be made available through dedicated online galleries for browsing and individual purchase.

We do not guarantee that every participant, competitor, or attendee will be photographed or that every image captured will be published.

The photographer determines which photographs are selected for display and sale.

Purchased event photographs are subject to the digital photography licence outlined in these terms unless another licence is expressly provided.

Anyone requesting the review or removal of an event photograph may contact Northern Exposures Photography. Requests will be considered in accordance with applicable privacy, contractual, and legal requirements.

11. Gift Cards & Gift Certificates

Northern Exposures Photography may offer gift cards or certificates for photography sessions, wall art, and other eligible products or services.

Gift cards must be used according to the conditions stated on the applicable product, certificate, or accompanying agreement.

General-purpose monetary gift cards do not expire where prohibited by Ontario law.

Certificates issued for a specific service may be subject to different rules, which will be disclosed where applicable.

Gift cards and certificates have no cash redemption value except where required by law.

Physical presentation cards may be arranged for pickup at our Elliot Lake studio.

Customers are encouraged to contact us to arrange photography session dates before redeeming a session-related gift.

12. Merchandise

Merchandise may include apparel, drinkware, accessories, souvenirs, and other photography-inspired products.

Product colours, materials, sizing, and availability may vary.

Customers should review product descriptions and sizing information carefully before purchasing.

Merchandise returns and exchanges are governed by our published Return & Refund Policy and applicable law.

13. Pricing, Payment & Taxes

Unless otherwise indicated, prices displayed on our website are in Canadian dollars (CAD).

Applicable taxes are calculated at checkout where required.

Full payment may be required before product orders are processed.

Photography bookings may have separate retainer and balance-payment requirements as specified in the applicable service agreement.

We reserve the right to correct genuine pricing or listing errors, subject to applicable consumer protection requirements.

If an order cannot be fulfilled at the agreed price, we will contact the customer to arrange an appropriate resolution.

14. Pickup, Delivery & Fulfilment

Product fulfilment methods depend on the item purchased and the options made available at checkout.

Local pickup may be available at our studio at 5 Columbia Walk, Elliot Lake, Ontario.

Customers will be notified when an order is ready for collection.

Shipping or other delivery arrangements are available only when expressly offered and confirmed for the applicable order.

Production and fulfilment times may vary based on product type, manufacturer availability, and order volume.

Any stated estimates will be communicated as accurately as possible.

15. Website Use

Visitors agree not to misuse our website, interfere with its functionality, engage in fraudulent transactions, or attempt unauthorized access to website systems.

Product descriptions, photographs, availability, prices, and website information may be updated periodically.

We make reasonable efforts to maintain accurate information and reliable website functionality.

16. Privacy

Personal information collected through inquiries, purchases, bookings, and website interactions will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable privacy legislation.

Customer information is used for legitimate business purposes such as fulfilling orders, managing bookings, processing payments, and communicating about purchased services.

Please refer to our Privacy Policy for further details.

17. Limitation of Liability

Northern Exposures Photography will make reasonable efforts to provide products and services with care and professionalism.

Any limitation of responsibility for unforeseen circumstances, service disruptions, or other losses is subject to applicable law and the terms of any separate written agreement.

Nothing in these Terms & Conditions excludes or restricts a consumer right or legal remedy that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.

18. Changes to These Terms

Northern Exposures Photography may update these Terms & Conditions periodically.

The version applicable to an existing purchase or booking will be determined by the terms accepted for that transaction and applicable law.

Material changes affecting existing agreements will be handled in accordance with applicable legal requirements.

19. Governing Law

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the applicable laws of Ontario and Canada, without limiting any mandatory consumer protections or rights available under law.

20. RAW Files

Under no conditions do we release RAW files to anyone. WE strive to deliver a finished product, matching our signature style which does not include RAW files. Some wedding packages offer unedited files which is the more practical option for those who don't want edits.

If someone is persistent enough to request RAW files, it will be at a cost of $250.00 for every 32gb flash drive used to store them on for delivery, even if it is only 1 photo. Under no circumstances will we upload a raw file online anywhere, or wave the fee. The high fee is to discourage you from requesting the file in the first place, creating more work for us to organize and deliver. Please note that all RAW files are generally deleted from our storage space shortly after a client receives their files and no inquiries have been made.

If you are willing and able to purchase your RAW files at $250 per 32GB flash drive, it will be your responsibility to make arrangements to pick up your files from our location. We will not mail, deliver to upload RAW files.

21. Contact Us

If you have questions about our products, services, bookings, licensing, or these terms, please contact:

Northern Exposures Photography
Richard Boose
5 Columbia Walk
Elliot Lake, Ontario
Phone: 705-827-1011
Email: contact@northernexposures.ca
Website: northernexposures.ca

Thank you for supporting Northern Exposures Photography and local Northern Ontario photography.