Terms of Service

1. Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to M+M Studio (“M+M Studio,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

By accessing or using mplusmnyc.com (the “Website”), contacting us, requesting a quotation, or engaging us for any post-production, photo retouching, compositing, color grading, or related creative services, you (“Client,” “you,” or “your”) agree to be bound by these Terms of Service.

If you do not agree with these Terms, please do not use this Website or engage our services.

2. Description of Services

M+M Studio is a creative post-production and photo retouching studio located in Brooklyn, New York.

Our services may include, without limitation:

  • High-end photo retouching

  • Color correction and color grading

  • Beauty and fashion retouching

  • Product retouching

  • Compositing

  • Image restoration

  • Creative post-production

  • Digital image optimization

  • Other related creative services

The descriptions appearing on this Website are provided for informational purposes only.

The scope of work, pricing, timelines, deliverables, revision limits, licensing, and payment terms for each project are established separately through written quotations, invoices, email correspondence, or project agreements.

3. Use of the Website

This Website is intended solely to present our work and facilitate communication with prospective and existing clients.

You agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes.

You agree not to:

  • attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Website or its servers;

  • interfere with the Website’s operation or security;

  • use automated software, bots, crawlers, scrapers, or similar technologies to copy or extract Website content without our prior written consent;

  • introduce malicious software, viruses, or harmful code;

  • use the Website in any manner that violates applicable law.

We reserve the right to suspend or restrict access to the Website for any misuse.

4. Electronic Communications

By contacting us through this Website or by email, you consent to receive communications electronically.

You agree that quotations, invoices, agreements, notices, approvals, and other communications transmitted electronically satisfy any legal requirement that such communications be in writing.

5. Intellectual Property

Portfolio Content

Unless otherwise indicated, all photographs, retouched images, graphics, text, layouts, logos, branding elements, videos, and other content displayed on this Website are owned by M+M Studio, our licensors, photographers, brands, or clients and are protected by United States and international intellectual property laws.

Nothing contained on this Website grants any license or right to use any content without prior written permission.

You may not reproduce, copy, distribute, modify, publish, transmit, display, download, or commercially exploit any Website content without prior written authorization from the applicable rights holder.

Client Materials

All files, photographs, artwork, trademarks, logos, and other materials supplied by Clients remain the property of their respective owners.

By providing materials to M+M Studio, you represent and warrant that:

  • you own the materials or have obtained all necessary rights and permissions;

  • the materials do not infringe the intellectual property rights of any third party;

  • you are legally authorized to engage us to perform the requested services.

You grant M+M Studio a limited, non-exclusive license to use those materials solely for performing the requested services.

Deliverables

Ownership of final deliverables is governed by the applicable quotation, invoice, licensing agreement, or written project agreement.

Unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing, M+M Studio retains ownership of all working files, layered files, internal production assets, and production methodologies used to create the final deliverables.

Portfolio Rights

Unless expressly prohibited in writing before the commencement of the project, M+M Studio may display completed work in its portfolio, Website, presentations, award submissions, social media, promotional materials, or marketing communications solely for the purpose of demonstrating its creative capabilities.

The appearance of a client name, trademark, logo, or project does not imply endorsement unless expressly stated.

6. Confidentiality

We recognize that Clients frequently provide confidential materials.

Except as required by law or expressly authorized by the Client, we will treat project files, business information, creative concepts, communications, and other confidential materials as confidential and will not intentionally disclose them to third parties.

If a project is designated as confidential before work begins, we will not display that work in our portfolio.

7. Client Responsibilities

Clients are responsible for:

  • providing complete and accurate project instructions;

  • supplying materials in suitable formats;

  • obtaining all necessary copyrights, licenses, permissions, and releases;

  • reviewing proofs and deliverables promptly;

  • communicating requested revisions within the agreed timeframe.

Delays in receiving required materials or approvals may affect project schedules.

8. Payment Terms

Payment schedules, deposits, invoices, and applicable taxes are determined individually for each project.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing:

  • invoices are payable according to the payment terms specified on the invoice;

  • late payments may delay project completion;

  • unpaid invoices may accrue interest where permitted by applicable law.

M+M Studio reserves the right to suspend ongoing work, withhold final deliverables, or decline future work until outstanding balances have been paid in full.

9. Revisions and Project Scope

Each quotation specifies the number of revisions included.

Any revisions requested beyond the agreed scope may be billed at our standard hourly or project rates.

Additional work will not begin until the Client approves any additional charges.

10. Delivery and Acceptance

Final deliverables will be supplied using the agreed delivery method.

Clients should inspect delivered work promptly.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, deliverables shall be deemed accepted if no written objection is received within seven (7) calendar days following delivery.

Acceptance does not limit any rights expressly provided under applicable law.

11. Backup of Client Materials

Clients remain responsible for maintaining backup copies of all original files provided to M+M Studio.

Although we take reasonable precautions to protect project files during production, we cannot guarantee permanent storage of Client materials after project completion.

Unless otherwise agreed in writing, M+M Studio assumes no responsibility for maintaining archives of completed projects and may permanently delete production files after project completion.

12. Technologies and Website Availability

We make reasonable efforts to maintain the availability and security of this Website.

However, we do not guarantee that the Website will always be available, uninterrupted, secure, or free from errors.

We may modify, suspend, restrict, or discontinue any part of the Website at any time without notice.

13. Artificial Intelligence and Client Confidentiality

Unless expressly agreed otherwise in writing, M+M Studio will not use confidential Client materials, unpublished project files, or proprietary Client content for the purpose of training publicly available artificial intelligence models or machine learning systems.

Any use of artificial intelligence-assisted tools in connection with a project will be handled according to the agreed project requirements and confidentiality obligations.

14. Force Majeure

M+M Studio shall not be liable for any delay, interruption, or failure to perform services resulting from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to:

  • natural disasters;

  • power outages;

  • internet or telecommunications failures;

  • cyberattacks;

  • equipment failures;

  • government actions;

  • labor disputes;

  • pandemics;

  • acts of terrorism;

  • other events outside our reasonable control.

In the event of such circumstances, we will make reasonable efforts to resume services as soon as practicable.

15. No Warranty

The Website and all information, content, and materials provided through it are offered on an “as is” and “as available” basis.

To the fullest extent permitted by law, M+M Studio disclaims all warranties, express or implied, including but not limited to:

  • warranties of merchantability;

  • fitness for a particular purpose;

  • accuracy;

  • reliability;

  • non-infringement;

  • uninterrupted availability.

We do not warrant that the Website or any deliverables will be completely free from errors, interruptions, defects, or security vulnerabilities.

16. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, M+M Studio, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:

  • indirect damages;

  • incidental damages;

  • consequential damages;

  • special damages;

  • punitive damages;

  • loss of profits;

  • loss of business opportunities;

  • loss of data;

  • loss of reputation.

This limitation applies regardless of the legal theory involved, including contract, negligence, tort, or otherwise.

The total liability of M+M Studio arising from any project or service shall not exceed the total amount actually paid by the Client for the specific project giving rise to the claim.

17. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless M+M Studio, its owners, employees, contractors, and affiliates from any claims, damages, liabilities, losses, costs, or expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees, arising from:

  • your use of the Website;

  • your violation of these Terms;

  • materials provided by you;

  • infringement of any third-party intellectual property rights;

  • claims arising from instructions or content supplied by you.

18. Copyright Complaints

M+M Studio respects intellectual property rights.

If you believe that content displayed on this Website infringes your copyright or other intellectual property rights, please contact us with sufficient information to identify the material and explain the basis of your claim.

We will review legitimate concerns and take appropriate action where necessary.

Contact:

mplusmnyc@gmail.com

19. Third-Party Links

This Website may contain links to third-party websites, including websites operated by photographers, brands, collaborators, social media platforms, or other external providers.

These links are provided for convenience only.

M+M Studio does not control and is not responsible for:

  • the content of third-party websites;

  • their privacy practices;

  • their security;

  • their terms of service.

Your use of third-party websites is subject to their own terms and policies.

20. Privacy

Your use of this Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy.

The Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect information submitted through the Website.

21. Termination and Suspension

M+M Studio reserves the right to refuse service, suspend services, terminate ongoing engagements, or restrict Website access at any time where reasonably necessary, including in cases involving:

  • non-payment;

  • abusive or inappropriate conduct;

  • violation of these Terms;

  • suspected illegal activity;

  • threats to Website security.

Termination does not affect any rights or obligations that arose before termination.

22. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and interpreted according to the laws of the State of New York, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from these Terms, the Website, or services provided by M+M Studio shall be resolved exclusively in the state or federal courts located in New York County, New York.

You consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts.

23. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is determined to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, that provision shall be modified or removed only to the minimum extent necessary.

The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

24. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with any applicable quotation, proposal, invoice, statement of work, licensing agreement, or written project agreement, constitute the entire agreement between M+M Studio and the Client regarding the subject matter described.

Any prior discussions, communications, or understandings are superseded by these written terms.

25. No Waiver

Failure by M+M Studio to enforce any provision of these Terms does not constitute a waiver of our right to enforce that provision or any other provision in the future.

26. Assignment

You may not transfer, assign, or delegate your rights or obligations under these Terms without our prior written consent.

M+M Studio may assign these Terms or transfer its rights and obligations as part of a business transaction, restructuring, or transfer of assets.

27. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms of Service from time to time.

Your continued use of the Website or engagement of our services after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

28. Contact

If you have any questions regarding these Terms of Service, please contact:

M+M Studio

91 Coffey Street, Suite 3L
Brooklyn, NY 11231
United States

Email: mplusmnyc@gmail.com

Phone: +1 (347) 447-3783