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Here is an overview of how the site operates and all the information you need to order a photo from janielaurel.com

Once you've read this, you will probably never have to come to this page again - a good thing, considering the amount of reading it takes to get through it the first time.

You can browse through the galleries and images without an account. But in order to purchase either a print or a download, you need to create an account.

SETTING AN ACCOUNT

Setting up an account on janielaurel.com is easy! If you don't already have an account, start by clicking on the "Image Search" link at the top of this or any other website page. Then, click on "Client Area" in the top menu bar and follow the instructions.

Once you have set up an account, you can easily access your lightboxes and ordering info by clicking on the “Client Area” tab at the top of the images page. Or, you can click into your client area by clicking the "Log-In" tab at the top of any page at this site.

This website is powered by Photoshelter, an industry leader in online image management for photographers worldwide. Your email will never be shared, sold, or used in any way other than by Jane Waters Photography and Photoshelter, should the need arise. Once you have signed up and are logged in, you will be able to take advantage of the features listed below, including lightboxes, lo-res "comp" downloads, and purchasing images.

USING THE LIGHTBOX

The lightbox is a powerful tool that enables you to store multiple groups of images. You can save lightboxes to return to later, and share lightboxes between multiple users or creative teams. Note that you must create an account in order to save and share your lightboxes.

Let’s say you’re working on a travel story about Mt. Rainier National Park. Using the "Search" link at the top right of any stock images page, search janielaurel.com for Mt. Rainier images. When you find an image you like, click the "Add to Lightbox" link beside that image. A pop-up window will appear. Choose a name for your lightbox (we'll use "Rainier" for this demo), type that name into the "New Lightbox" field, and click "Add to Lightbox". This image will now be stored in your "Rainier" lightbox.

You may continue to search and add images to your lightbox as described above using your new lightbox called "Rainier". When you click the "Add to Lightbox" link beside an image, choose "Rainier” from the drop-down menu in the pop-up window, and then click "Add to Lightbox".

Once you have finished adding images to your "Rainier" lightbox, click the Lightbox link at the top of any page to view your saved lightboxes. There will now be a lightbox named "Rainier". Click on it to see your collection of saved images. There is no limit to the number of images you can add to a lightbox, and there is no limit on the number of lightboxes you can make. Your lightbox images will remain there until you either remove them yourself, or you cancel your account.

Lightboxes are automatically saved for you, and when you return to janielaurel.com in the future, you can sign in, click on the "Lightbox" link at the top of any page, and your collection of "Rainier" images will be there for you.

SHARING THE LIGHTBOX

Lightboxes can also be shared. To share a lightbox, just select the lightbox you want to share by clicking on its name from your list of lightboxes, then click the "Share" button. Enter the e-mail address of the person you want to share the lightbox with, and then enter their first and last name. Finally, click the "Share Lightbox" button. An e-mail will be sent to the person you entered with a link inviting them directly to your lightbox.

If the person you shared the lightbox with has been to janielaurel.com and has an account, they will just need to enter their password to see the shared lightbox. If they have not been to the site before, they will be required to set up an account to see the lightbox. Once they choose a password and enter the site, they now have their own account and can view the lightbox, and return to it at any time by entering their e-mail address and password. They may now create and share their own lightboxes, and purchase images.

OTHER LIGHTBOX FEATURES

Other lightbox features include the ability to rate images, and leave comments. These tools can be invaluable when working as part of a creative team. If a team member is not able to be at a meeting, they can log on to janielaurel.com, view the shared lightbox, and see image ratings and comments left by other team members during the meeting. The creator of the lightbox has control over who may leave comments and ratings.

IMAGE LICENSING

Images may be purchased from janielaurel.com in a number of ways. The first step is finding the image you want to buy. Please see the "Search" link at the top of any page to help you find an appropriate image. Once you find an image, click either the "Buy Rights-Managed" button, or the "Buy Royalty-Free" button. Note that an image will be either Rights-Managed or Royalty-Free, not both. See the following explanations for a breakdown of the basic differences between these two licensing types:

RIGHTS-MANAGED IMAGES ("RM Images")

Licensing: The licensing of RM images is at all times subject to limitations on use as specifically agreed upon by you and Jane Waters Photography in advance. The terms of licensing will specify such things as the media in which the RM image will appear, the name of the end user (e.g. you or your client, if applicable), geographical distribution, size of reproduction, duration of use and exclusivity required.

Fees: RM licensing fees are determined by the specific manner in which you will use an RM Image.

Credit or cancellation policy: A full credit or refund is allowed if there is an error in your ordering process (e.g., if you mistakenly double-order an image, OR if you order the wrong image). All sales are final. Please contact billing@janielaurel.com for any issues.

Exclusive rights may be available.

ROYALTY-FREE IMAGES ("RF Images")

Licensing: The licensing of RF images permits you to reproduce an RF Image in unlimited media, for unlimited "proper" purposes (i.e. not for pornographic, defamatory, unethical or unlawful uses) for an unlimited period of time.

Fees: RF licensing fees are fixed, solely based on the size of the RF Image file. RF images on janielaurel.com are available in 4 sizes.

No cancellation rights: An RF license is non-refundable.

Exclusive rights are not available.

PURCHASING AN IMAGE

Once you have found the image you need, and have clicked the "Add to Cart" button, you will be presented with one of two options. Either you will see a "Download" tab which, when clicked, will give you the options for a digital download (either "RM" or "RF"), or you will see a "prints" tab. The "Prints" tab will give you the options for sizes of prints.

If the image is an "RM" image, you will be required to enter the intended use of the image, including usage type, duration, size, distribution area and quantity, etc. A price will be calculated for you, and you can select either "Buy it Now", which will take you to the checkout page, or "Save for Purchase" which will save this image and the licensing details for you to review later.

If the image is an "RF" image, you must choose the file size you want, and then click the "Add to Cart" button.

Once you have added the image to your cart, you can click on the "Cart" link from any page on the site to see your shopping cart and proceed to the checkout.

PAYMENT

Online payment for image licenses is offered directly through Paypal, a worldwide online payment processing service. Paypal accepts all major credit cards, and does not require any special account. Once you click the "Continue to Checkout" button, check to ensure that your order is accurate. Once you are sure everything is correct, click the "Continue with Payment" button. You will be taken to a custom Paypal page where you enter your billing and payment information. After completing payment, you will be returned to the website where a link to the file(s) you purchased will be available. These links are available for 96 hours from the date of purchase, and can be found at any time by logging in to you account, clicking on the Client Area link at the top of any page, and then selecting the "My Downloads" link for this page. The "Client Area" is the place to track all purchases, downloads, and account details.