Desert Haze Retreat Terms and Conditions

Desert Haze Styled Shoot

March 16–18, 2026 | Phoenix, Arizona
Hosted by Lillian’s Lens | Planning by Joyful Engagements

Terms & Conditions

By purchasing a ticket to the Desert Haze Styled Shoot, you agree to the following terms and conditions. These are in place to protect the integrity of the event and ensure a safe, respectful, and professional experience for all attendees, models, educators, and collaborators.

1. General Event Terms (Applies to ALL Ticket Types)

Ticket Sale Policy

All tickets are final sale. No refunds are offered. Tickets may be resold or transferred under the Transfer & Resale Policy outlined below.

Reasonable Changes Clause (Value Protection)

The event planning process may involve reasonable changes to elements such as timelines, locations, styling details, concepts, instructors, or models as necessary to ensure the best possible experience.

However, the total value of your retreat experience or ticket type will not be decreased without appropriate and equal compensation.

Compensation may include (but is not limited to):

  • Partial refund or account credit

  • Additional shoot time

  • 1:1 mentorship session

  • Bonus styled content

  • Priority access to future events

  • Digital educational material

No change will reduce the core value of your purchase without appropriate restitution.

2. Ticket Transfer & Resale Policy

Ticket resale is permitted under the following terms:

  • The original ticket holder is responsible for finding a new attendee

  • The new attendee must be approved by the event organizer

  • The organizer must receive:

    • Full name

    • Email address

    • Phone number

    • Website and/or social media handle

  • A $50 transfer/admin fee will apply to update registration and onboarding

  • The new attendee must agree to all current event terms and conditions

  • Tickets may not be split between multiple individuals

  • Once transferred, the original ticket holder forfeits any right to attend

The event is not responsible for disputes between the original and new attendee. All financial arrangements are handled privately between those parties.

The organizer reserves the right to deny a transfer if the new attendee does not align with the values, safety standards, or community expectations of the retreat.

3. Respect & Inclusivity Policy

Desert Haze is a queer-focused, inclusive, and affirming event.

This is a:

  • Gender-affirming

  • Body-positive

  • Disability-aware

  • Trauma-informed

  • Anti-discrimination space

Any form of:

  • Harassment

  • Discrimination

  • Slurs

  • Bullying

  • Inappropriate language or actions

Will result in immediate removal from the event without refund.

4. Professional Conduct Standards

Attendees must maintain professionalism throughout the event:

  • Follow organizer + educator direction at all times

  • Rotate fairly during shooting windows

  • Do not crowd models or control sets not assigned to you

  • No unsafe posing or direction

  • No non-consensual contact

  • No interference with styled setups

Violation of these standards may result in removal without refund and permanent banning from future events.

5. Media Usage Rights

Attendees may use images captured at Desert Haze for:

  • Personal portfolio

  • Website

  • Social media

  • Publication submissions (must credit event & planner)

  • Marketing materials

You may not:

  • Sell images to brands, vendors, or models without written approval

  • Offer images as stock photography

  • Create paid educational content using these images

  • Sell presets based on imagery from this event

Required credit:
Desert Haze Styled Shoot — Planning by @JoyfulEngagements

6. Safety & Liability

By attending, you assume full responsibility for your safety, belongings, and equipment.

The hosts, planner, venue, and collaborators are not responsible for:

  • Personal injury

  • Lost or stolen items

  • Equipment damage

  • Travel-related issues

  • Property damage

You agree to follow all venue and safety guidelines.

You may be photographed or recorded during the event and grant permission for that content to be used for promotional and marketing purposes by the organizers.

Ticket-Specific Guidelines

🌙 Full Retreat Ticket — $3,200

Includes:

  • 2 full days of styled shoots

  • 2 nights lodging

  • All scheduled lunches + group dinner

  • Access to both educators

  • Group experiences + educational programming

Additional Guidelines:

  • Room assignments are determined by the organizers

  • Attendees are financially responsible for any lodging damage

  • Accessibility needs and allergies must be disclosed prior to event

This ticket is designed for a full, immersive, community-centered experience.

🌵 No Lodging Ticket — $2,500

Includes:

  • All styled shoots

  • Educational programming

  • Lunch on scheduled days

Does not include:

  • Lodging

  • Transportation

  • Off-hour gatherings

Additional Guidelines:

  • Must arrive on time each day

  • Must provide your own accommodations and transportation

☀️ Day 1 Only — $950 (Full Day)

Includes:

  • All styled shoots scheduled on Day 1

  • Educational sessions on Day 1

  • Lunch on Day 1

Does not include:

  • Dinner

  • Lodging

  • Day 2 access

Additional Guidelines:

  • Check-in required before the first shoot

  • Must leave following scheduled Day 1 conclusion

  • No participation in Day 2 elements

🌙 Day 2 Only — $1,450 (Full Day)

Includes:

  • All styled shoots scheduled on Day 2

  • Educational sessions on Day 2

  • Lunch on Day 2

Does not include:

  • Dinner

  • Lodging

  • Day 1 access

Additional Guidelines:

  • No access to Day 1 models, concepts, or behind-the-scenes setups

Final Agreement

By purchasing a ticket to the Desert Haze Styled Shoot, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agree to all terms and conditions outlined above.

Violation of these terms may result in removal from the event without refund.