Moonbug Photography
Liability Release, Assumption of Risk & Model Release
Please read this entire document before checking the agreement box on the scheduling form.
Part 1 — Assumption of Risk & Release of Liability
This Release is entered into by the undersigned parent or legal guardian (“Guardian”) on behalf of the minor participant(s) named in the associated scheduling record (“Participant”), and Moonbug Photography, LLC, based in Indianapolis, Indiana (“Photographer”), in connection with a dance photography session (“Session”).
1. Assumption of Risk. Guardian understands that dance photography sessions may involve physical activity including but not limited to jumping, turning, partnering, use of studio flooring and equipment, and movement in a studio environment that may include a sprung floor, props, lighting equipment, and other photography apparatus. Guardian acknowledges these activities carry an inherent risk of physical injury, and voluntarily assumes that risk on behalf of the Participant.
2. Release of Liability. To the fullest extent permitted by Indiana law, Guardian, on behalf of themselves, the Participant, and the Participant’s heirs, releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue Photographer, its owners, employees, assistants, and agents from any and all liability, claims, demands, actions, or causes of action arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including death, that may be sustained by the Participant while participating in the Session, including claims arising from the ordinary negligence of Photographer, to the extent such a release is permitted by law.
3. Scope of Waiver on Behalf of Minor. Guardian represents that they are the parent or court-appointed legal guardian of the Participant and have full legal authority to enter into this Release on the Participant’s behalf. Guardian intends this Release to bind both the Guardian individually and the Participant, to the maximum extent enforceable under applicable law.
4. Medical Authorization. In the event of injury during the Session, Guardian authorizes Photographer to secure any necessary emergency medical treatment for the Participant. Guardian agrees to be financially responsible for any costs of such treatment.
5. Indemnification. Guardian agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Photographer from any loss, liability, damage, or cost arising out of the Participant’s involvement in the Session, except to the extent caused by Photographer’s gross negligence or willful misconduct.
6. No Insurance Provided. Guardian understands that Photographer does not provide medical, health, or accident insurance for the Participant, and that Guardian is solely responsible for ensuring the Participant has adequate insurance coverage.
Part 2 — Photography Model Release
7. Grant of Rights. Guardian, on behalf of the Participant, grants Photographer and its legal representatives the irrevocable, worldwide, royalty-free right to use, reproduce, publish, and distribute photographs and video taken of the Participant during the Session (“Images”) for the following purposes:
Portfolio and marketing use, including Photographer's website and social media
Print and digital advertising
Studio display and print samples
Submission to dance publications, competitions, or promotional materials with the studio's or client's permission
8. Delivery and Personal Use. This release does not limit the Participant's or Guardian's own right to use the delivered Images for personal, non-commercial purposes, including sharing on personal or studio social media with appropriate photo credit to Moonbug Photography.
9. No Compensation. Guardian understands that Photographer is under no obligation to use the Images, and that no royalty, fee, or other compensation is owed for the use described above unless separately agreed to in writing.
10. Opt-Out of Marketing Use. Guardian may decline the marketing/publicity use described in Section 7 while still participating in the Session, by notifying Photographer in writing prior to the Session. Declining marketing use does not affect Sections 1–6 above, which remain in full effect.
11. Name Usage. Photographer may use the Participant's first name and/or dance studio affiliation in connection with published Images unless Guardian specifically requests otherwise in writing.
Part 3 — General Terms
12. Governing Law. This Release is governed by the laws of the State of Indiana.
13. Attorney Fees & Costs. If Guardian or Participant brings any claim, demand, or legal action against Photographer arising out of or related to the Session, and Photographer prevails in that action — whether by dismissal, judgment, or settlement in Photographer’s favor — Guardian agrees to reimburse Photographer for reasonable attorney’s fees, court costs, and other expenses incurred in defending the claim, to the extent permitted by Indiana law. This provision applies only where Photographer is the prevailing party; it does not require Guardian to pay Photographer’s fees if Guardian's claim succeeds, in whole or in part, unless a court determines otherwise.
14. Severability. If any portion of this Release is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions remain in full force.
15. Entire Agreement. This document, together with the acknowledgment provided at scheduling, represents the entire agreement between the parties regarding liability and image use for the Session.
16. Acknowledgment. By checking the agreement box on the scheduling form and typing your full legal name, you confirm that:
You have read and understood this entire document
You are the parent or legal guardian of the Participant and have authority to agree to these terms on their behalf
You voluntarily agree to all terms in Parts 1, 2, and 3 above
Moonbug Photography, LLC — Indianapolis, IN
Document version: 8/7/26