What is included in a Connections Photography session?

Each session includes a personalised on-location photo shoot, professional editing, a curated online gallery for review, and your choice of hero print plus social-ready digital images. All sessions include transparent pricing, framing options, and delivery through our partner, Fantastic Framing.

Where do sessions take place?

Sessions are photographed on location around Sydney and surrounding areas — beaches, parks, homes, or meaningful places that best reflect you. Travel can also be arranged for regional or interstate shoots by request.

How do I book a session?

Simply visit connectionsphotography.com.au, choose your session type, and submit the contact form. You’ll receive a confirmation email with session details and payment information to secure your booking.

Do you offer framing or prints?

Yes. All portrait sessions include options for professionally framed hero prints, handled through Fantastic Framing in Sydney. Your finished artwork is delivered ready to hang and crafted to archival standards.

Privacy Policy

Connections Photography 

Effective Date: 20251005

 Contact: raymond@connectionsphotography.com.au

 Website: www.connectionsphotography.com.au

1. Introduction

Connections Photography respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs). This policy explains what personal information we collect, how it’s used, stored, and shared, and how you can access or correct your details.

By engaging with our services or visiting our website, you agree to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy.

2. Who We Are

Connections Photography is a professional photography business operated by Raymond Mather, specialising in natural, location-based portrait and lifestyle photography. We provide photography services, image delivery through Pixieset, and related offerings, including framed artwork, online galleries, and printed products.

3. Information We Collect

We collect personal information directly from you when you:

Make an enquiry or book a photography session

Complete online forms, questionnaires, or contact requests

Engage with our website, social media, or email communications

Participate in a photoshoot or appear in photographs

The information we may collect includes:

Your name, email address, phone number, and postal address

Session details such as date, location, and participant names

Payment information (processed securely by third parties)

Images captured during your session

Optional feedback, testimonials, or consent preferences

We do not intentionally collect sensitive personal information unless you voluntarily provide it as part of your booking or communication.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

Manage enquiries, bookings, and photography sessions

Deliver and host galleries through our provider Pixieset

Process payments and provide receipts or invoices

Communicate about your session, products, or delivery

Send optional updates, offers, or newsletters (with your consent)

Maintain business records and meet legal obligations

We may also use selected images for promotional purposes (website, social media, printed material, or exhibitions) only with your prior written consent.

5. How We Store and Protect Your Information

All digital records are stored securely on password-protected devices and encrypted cloud servers.

Client galleries are hosted by Pixieset, which uses HTTPS encryption and complies with GDPR and international data protection standards.

Payment information is processed only by secure third-party providers (Pixieset Pay, PayPal, or Stripe) and is never stored directly by Connections Photography.

Physical documents, where applicable, are stored securely and destroyed when no longer required.

In the unlikely event of a data breach, affected individuals will be notified as required by law.

We take reasonable steps to protect your information from misuse, loss, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

6. Sharing of Information

We do not sell, rent, or trade personal information. We may share data only with trusted partners when necessary to deliver your services:

Pixieset – for gallery hosting and client delivery

Payment processors – for secure transactions

Professional partners – such as framers, printers, and couriers for order fulfilment

All third parties are bound by privacy standards consistent with this policy. Pixieset’s Privacy Policy is available at https://pixieset.com/privacy/.

7. Access, Correction, and Deletion

You may request access to your personal information or ask us to correct or delete it at any time by contacting raymond@connectionsphotography.com.au. We will respond promptly and in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).

8. Marketing Communications

We may occasionally send updates about sessions, offers, or exhibitions. You can opt out at any time by using the “unsubscribe” link in emails or contacting us directly. We respect your decision to stop receiving marketing communications.

9. Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website and Pixieset galleries may use cookies and analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to improve your browsing experience and understand site traffic. Cookies do not identify you personally and can be disabled through your browser settings.

10. International Data Transfers

As Pixieset operates globally, some data may be stored or processed on international servers.  Connections Photography welcomes clients worldwide, and all international data handling is managed securely in accordance with relevant privacy laws, including the GDPR and UK Data Protection Act 2018. 

11. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The latest version will always be available on our website, with the effective date shown at the top of the page.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

Raymond Mather

 Connections Photography

 Email: raymond@connectionsphotography.com.au 

Website: www.connectionsphotography.com.au

Connections Photography - authentic portraits crafted with care, delivered with integrity.

Thank you for taking the time to read our policies.

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