Privacy Policy

Last updated: 21st April 2025

At Samantha Edwards Studio, your privacy is important to me. This policy outlines how I collect, use, and protect your personal information when you get in touch, make a booking, or use my services as a live illustrator.

What information do I collect?

When you enquire, book a service, or commission a piece, I may collect the following information:

Your name and contact details (email address, phone number, address)
Event details (such as date, location, type of event)
Information related to your commission (e.g. reference photos, guest names, style preferences)
Payment details (e.g. confirmation of bank transfer — please note I do not store or process card payments)

How is your information used?

I only use your information to:

Communicate with you about your enquiry, booking, or artwork
Provide my live illustration or commission services
Send invoices and payment information
Ship artwork to your address (if applicable)
Keep basic records for tax and accounting purposes

I never share your data with third parties for marketing purposes.

How is your data stored?

Your information is stored securely in password-protected systems and email accounts. Any physical copies of documents (e.g. contracts or sketches) are kept in a secure studio space.

I keep records only for as long as necessary to fulfil your request or comply with legal obligations (typically up to 7 years for financial records).

Photography and content usage

I love to share moments from events and illustrations on my website and social media to showcase my work. I will always ask for your permission before sharing recognisable images of guests or personal commissions. If at any time you'd prefer that your images are not used, just let me know — your comfort and privacy always come first.

Your rights

You have the right to:

Access the personal information I hold about you
Request corrections to any inaccurate or outdated information
Ask me to delete your data (unless I’m required to keep it for legal reasons)

To request this, just email me at: sedwardsstudio@gmail.com

Cookies

My website may use basic cookies to improve your browsing experience (e.g. for contact forms or basic analytics). You can manage cookie preferences in your browser settings.

Changes to this policy

I may occasionally update this policy to reflect changes in the law or my business practices. The latest version will always be available on my website.