Privacy Policy

Sentient Studio
Last updated: 26/03/26

Sentient Studio respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal information in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles.

We approach privacy the same way we approach photography — quietly, respectfully, and with care.

1. What we collect

We only collect personal information that is reasonably necessary to provide our services.

This may include:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Wedding details (date, location, venue)

  • Any information you choose to share via enquiry or booking forms

We do not collect sensitive personal information.

2. How we collect information

We collect personal information when you:

  • Submit a form on our website (Squarespace forms)

  • Sign up to our email list

  • Contact us via email or social media

Squarespace may also collect anonymous usage data such as page visits, browser type, and interactions.

3. How we use your information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to enquiries

  • Communicate with you about your booking

  • Provide photography services

  • Send occasional updates (if you opt in)

  • Improve our website and user experience

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

4. Email marketing

If you subscribe to our email list:

  • You may receive occasional updates or offerings

  • You can unsubscribe at any time via the link in our emails

5. Cookies and analytics

Our website is hosted on Squarespace, which uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Enable website functionality

  • Analyse traffic and usage patterns

You can disable cookies via your browser settings if you prefer.

6. Image use and privacy

As a documentary-style wedding photographer, Sentient Studio captures candid images of people and events.

  • Photographs may include guests and attendees

  • Images may be used for portfolio, website, social media, editorial, and promotional purposes unless otherwise agreed

  • Clients may request limitations on image use, which will be considered and agreed upon in writing

Clients are responsible for informing guests that photography will take place.

7. Storage and security

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

Your data may be stored via:

  • Squarespace (website hosting)

  • Email providers

  • Cloud storage systems

  • Online gallery delivery platforms

Some of these providers may store data overseas.

8. Third-party services

We use trusted third-party services to operate our business (such as galleries, email marketing platforms, and booking tools).

These providers may have their own privacy policies.

9. Access and correction

You may request access to or correction of your personal information at any time.

10. Contact

For any questions about this policy or your data:

Sentient Studio
Email: jessgrilli@gmail.com
Location: Melbourne, Australia

11. Updates

This policy may be updated occasionally. The latest version will always be available on this website.