Photography Policy

General Visitor Photography Policy:

Revised 4-3-2024

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Photoshoot fees are only for professional and amateur photographers and does not apply to

the general public. However, if you come to our fields to shoot someone other than yourself,

these rates apply to you (no exceptions). Hillcrest Lavender Farm LLC staff reserve the right to

determine if photographer is performing a photoshoot and may ask any unauthorized

individuals to suspend their photographic activities. No tripods, props, light shields, props,

etc. are permitted. No drones are allowed to be flown over the farm without the express

permission of the owners.

Photographs cannot be published, sold, reproduced, transferred, distributed, or otherwise

commercially exploited in any manner whatsoever without written consent by Hillcrest

Lavender Farm LLC. Hillcrest Lavender Farm LLC reserves the right, and its sole discretion, to

withhold and/or withdraw permission to photograph on its premises or to reproduce

photographs of objects in its collection.

NO BOUDOIR or NUDE photography is allowed as this is a family friendly farm. Photos must

be appropriate for all audiences and this will be determined at the discretion of the owners who

will have final say in this regard. Violators will be required to destroy any inappropriate

photographs and leave the farm.

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Amateur and Commercial Photoshoot Policy:

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Amateur and commercial photoshoots include(but not exclusively) senior portraits, family

portraits, sweet sixteen photos, baby photos, dance or cheer team photos, wedding photos,

engagement photos, and those selling and using materials for professional purposes including

hair salons, stylists and dress designers. Arrangements for commercial photoshoots must be

made in advance. There is a fee for this service. Professional photographers bringing in

customers must provide proof of liability insurance. This is not negotiable.

Remember we are a working farm. There are bees, bugs and uneven footing on the farm.

Please keep this in mind if it will be a problem for you or the people you are photographing.

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We enjoy having photographers at the farm and ask that you abide by the rules to keep it fun and enjoyable for everyone. Please share your photographs with friends and family, and tag us on Facebook and Instagram.