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📸 Farm Photography Sessions

Policy & Booking Info

Welcome to Grimshaw Farms! We offer a scenic, working farm environment for photographers hosting mini sessions, family portraits, and styled outdoor shoots. To keep things smooth, safe, and professional, the following policies apply:

📋 Farm Use Rates & Booking Terms

  • Farm Use Fee: $400 for up to 5 hours of access.
  • Deposit: $150 non-refundable deposit required to reserve a date.
  • Final Payment: Balance due at least 48 hours prior to session.
  • Payment Methods: Venmo, Zelle, major credit cards (invoice sent via email/text).
  • No exceptions — all payments must be complete before any session begins.

Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit is received.

🌦 Cancellations, Weather, and Refund Policy

  • All deposits are non-refundable for any reason, including weather or client cancellations.
  • If rescheduling is needed, a new deposit is required to reserve a new date.
  • Grimshaw Farms’ fee is fixed, regardless of client turnout, weather, or personal circumstances.

🐑 Farm Use Details

🐕 Outside Animals (Dogs, Horses, Etc.)

🚫 Livestock Access Policy

  • Rental includes access to pasture areas, scenic backdrops, and pre-staged hay bales (round and square).
  • Movable fencing panels available by advance request (no additional cost).
  • No assistance from farm staff — photographers manage all setup, cleanup, and client wrangling.

Photographers are responsible for ensuring clients respect farm property. Damage will be billed accordingly.

🚫 Livestock Access Policy

🐕 Outside Animals (Dogs, Horses, Etc.)

🚫 Livestock Access Policy

  • Grimshaw Farms does not rent or loan animals for general photography use.
  • Animal involvement must be requested and approved in writing at least 14 days before the session.
  • No riding, holding, chasing, or physically restraining any farm animals.
  • No access to rams, breeding stock, or livestock guardian dogs.

🐕 Outside Animals (Dogs, Horses, Etc.)

🐕 Outside Animals (Dogs, Horses, Etc.)

🐕 Outside Animals (Dogs, Horses, Etc.)

  • Outside animals are not allowed unless specifically approved in writing at least 14 days in advance.
  • All outside animals must be leashed or fully under control at all times.
  • Owners assume full liability for any damage, mess, or injury caused by outside animals.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach us at phillip@grimshawfarms.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.

✔️ Yes, but you must handle all setup and removal. Farm staff do not assist with props.


✔️ Yes, but only with prior written approval. Animals cannot be handled without permission.


✔️ Possibly — if pre-approved at least 14 days prior. Full supervision and cleanup required.


☔ Your deposit remains non-refundable. A new deposit is required for rescheduling.


💵 Full payment is still required. Our fee is fixed regardless of your client turnout.


✅ How to Book Your Session

Ready to reserve your date?
📧 Email: phillip@grimshawfarms.com
📱 Text: 864-395-9603

Please include:

  • Requested date(s)
  • Type of session (mini sessions, styled shoot, etc.)
  • Any special requests (hay bales, fencing panels, potential animal involvement)

Once details are agreed, we’ll send an invoice link for the deposit and balance payment.

📢 Important Policy Notice

👉 All balances must be paid 48 hours prior to any scheduled session. No unpaid sessions will be permitted. No exceptions.

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