Terms of Service
Last Revised: 05/12/2025
These Terms of Service ("Agreement") govern the use of the website operated by Image Lab Photography LLC, doing business as PhotoPlace Gallery ("PhotoPlace Gallery," "we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using the services provided by PhotoPlace Gallery ("Site"), including but not limited to viewing, purchasing, submitting photographs, or accessing exhibition calls, you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.
If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not access or use the Site.
1. General Information
This is the website of Image Lab Photography LLC, a Vermont company operating under the trade name PhotoPlace Gallery.
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Business Address:
PhotoPlace Gallery
3 Park Street,
Middlebury, Vermont 05753 -
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected]
2. Information Collection and Use
a) Information Collected:
We collect information that you voluntarily provide to us when you create an account on the Site, as well as data related to your participation in exhibitions, such as images you submit for consideration.
b) Use of Information:
The information we collect is used for the purpose of managing your account, fulfilling exhibition submissions, and providing you with updates about current and upcoming exhibitions, events, and other PhotoPlace Gallery-related communications. If your work is selected for exhibition, the images you submit will be retained indefinitely on the Site.
c) Retention of Images:
In the event your submitted work is selected by the juror for inclusion in our exhibitions (Online or Exhibition Galleries), those images will be retained on the Site indefinitely. Images that are not selected will be permanently deleted from our servers. You retain all intellectual property rights to your submitted images, subject to the non-exclusive license granted in Section 3 of this Agreement.
d) Third-Party Sharing:
We will not sell, rent, or otherwise share your personal information with third parties except as necessary to process transactions or to fulfill specific requests (e.g., shipping an order).
3. License to Use Images
a) Grant of License:
By submitting your images to PhotoPlace Gallery, you grant PhotoPlace Gallery a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and display the selected images for the sole purpose of creating promotional materials for the relevant exhibition(s), including but not limited to the exhibition catalog, and on our website, social media platforms, and other marketing channels.
b) Rights to Images:
You retain all rights to your images, including copyright, subject to the limited license granted in this section.
c) Jurisdiction and Cancellation:
You may revoke this license at any time by notifying PhotoPlace Gallery in writing. However, the license remains effective for any exhibition already in process or completed at the time of cancellation.
4. Account Access and User Data
a) Account Information:
You may create an account on the Site to participate in exhibitions and communicate with PhotoPlace Gallery. The information you provide during registration will be stored securely and is used solely for the purposes of managing your submissions and providing you with relevant updates.
b) Access to Your Data:
You may access, update, or modify the personal information you provide when creating your account by logging into your profile.
c) Deletion of Data:
Upon request, PhotoPlace Gallery will delete all personal data associated with your account. Please note that deleting your data will close your account, and you will no longer be able to submit photographs to PhotoPlace Gallery.
5. Email Communication
a) Email Services:
We use third-party providers, such as MailChimp and Constant Contact, to send emails regarding exhibition calls and other PhotoPlace Gallery-related communications. By creating an account, you consent to receiving emails from us unless you opt out.
b) Opt-Out:
You may opt out of receiving emails by clicking the "unsubscribe" link in the footer of any email or by contacting us directly at [email protected].
6. Cookies and Analytics
a) Google Analytics:
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous data about your use of the Site. This includes information about which pages you visit, how long you stay on the Site, and other statistics that help us improve the user experience. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect this information, and this data is anonymous and cannot be traced back to any individual.
b) Cookie Usage:
By using the Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Agreement. If you do not want cookies to be used, you can disable them in your browser settings.
c) Google Analytics Data:
Google’s ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics is governed by their Privacy Policy.
7. Payment Processing and Security
a) Payment Processing:
PhotoPlace Gallery uses Stripe, a third-party payment processor, to handle any transactions related to purchases or submissions. Stripe is an internationally recognized provider of secure payment processing.
b) Security:
All credit card information is transmitted securely and encrypted through Stripe’s payment processing system. We do not store any payment details on our servers, and we do not have access to your credit card number. For more information, please refer to Stripe’s Privacy Policy.
8. Sharing and Disclosure of Information
a) Shipping Services:
We use third-party shipping providers to deliver your work or any purchased items. These providers do not retain, store, or share your personal information beyond what is necessary for the delivery of your items.
9. Privacy Policy Changes
a) Modifications to Policy:
PhotoPlace Gallery reserves the right to update or change this privacy policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the date of the most recent revision will be indicated at the top of the page.
b) Notification:
It is your responsibility to review this policy periodically. If you have concerns about how your personal information is used, you may contact us directly.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions about these Terms of Service or the privacy policy, or if you wish to withdraw your consent or request the deletion of your personal information, please contact us at:
PhotoPlace Gallery
3 Park Street,
Middlebury, Vermont 05753
Email: [email protected]
11. Governing Law
This Agreement and any disputes related to these Terms of Service will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Vermont, without regard to its conflict of law principles. You agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in the State of Vermont for any legal action arising out of or related to these Terms of Service.