Gumball Story
Since I was a kid I've enjoyed rolling my feet over the fallen gumballs covering the ground.
I was camping alone at the lake one morning sitting in forward bend pose on my mat surrendering to nature and the inner-stillness, when a single gumball fell from the tree above, and landed right under my nose between my legs.
The gumball seemed ordinary, like all the many others around, but after closely looking I was sure it was unique, as well as the others.
I decided to sketch that particular gumball, and then carve that sketch into a piece of relief print material gifted to me.
I use that carving as a relief print stamp that I've printed on objects around me. The same image I use as a logo to symbolize the uniqueness, and oneness in nature.
I haven't decided if I'll make it a tattoo yet, but it will represent this art, and business project to connect with people, and help them tell their story.
Values
We strive to create a safe space by supporting inclusivity for all people regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, gender expression, and/or economic status.
We believe that we can help provide space, and support for those seeking self-inquiry, and growth, and work interdependently to better not just the self but also the community.
We acknowledge the existence of racial inequity, and systemic racism in the form of racist policies supported by racist culture made up of persons with racist ideas. We support anti-racism, and reparations!
Agreements
1. Retainer and Fees. A non-refundable retainer for the Photographer may be due at the time of booking. Note: some services are due in full at booking. Upon receipt of retainer, Photographer will reserve the time and date agreed upon by both parties exclusively for you. The remainder of the service fee is due on the date and time of the service. Fees are not refundable.
2. Contract. A signed Service Contract and Consent and Release Contract will be due by the day of session. Contracts can be signed online or in person prior to the start of the session.
3. Cancellation Reschedule. No Cancellations please within 48-hours of scheduled session. If Client cancels service less than 48-hours before the session date, the client shall pay the balance of the service in addition to the retainer being forfeited. Last minute emergency cancellations due to illness or acts of God will be given special consideration, and potentially given an opportunity for rescheduling. In the event of illness or emergency on the photographer's behalf, the client will be given an alternate session date or full refund. If Client requests to reschedule their service at least two weeks before the service date, the retainer can be applied to a mutually agreed upon reschedule date (must be rescheduled that same calendar year). Up to two reschedule attempts can be made if necessary. All arrangements will be put in writing. Cancellation must be in writing even if a phone call was made to inform the Photographer of the cancellation.
4. Session Policy. Sessions will begin at the agreed-upon start time. Plan to arrive and be ready 10 minutes EARLY. Due to time constraints, sessions will be shortened appropriately in the event of late arrivals. Please limit Attendance at the photo session to those being photographed. No more than one (1) additional person at the photo session.
The session will be immediately cancelled after 20 minutes if you no-show, no-call. No reschedules will be made with persons who no-show, no call.
5. Inclement Weather. We will reschedule your session for the next available mutually agreed upon date. If a reschedule is unable to be agreed upon, Photographer shall return the retainer to the client and shall have no further liability.
