These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of the website located at [https://markstewart.co.uk/] (the "Website"), operated by Light Exponent Ltd ("we," "our," or "us"). By accessing or using this Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must refrain from using the Website.

1. Company Information

• The Website is owned and operated by Light Exponent Ltd, a company registered in England and Wales under registration number 11394481. VAT registration number: 326632213.
• We trade as Light Exponent and under the name Mark Stewart.
• We provide cinematography and lighting services, as well as equipment rental.
• No goods or services are directly sold via the Website.

2. Use of Website

• The Website serves as a portfolio showcasing the cinematography and lighting work of Mark Stewart.
• This Website is intended solely for business-to-business (B2B) purposes.
• You are prohibited from downloading, copying, or repurposing any content from the Website without prior written consent from us.

3. Payments & Cancellations

• Payments for services must be made via bank transfer upon receipt of an invoice.
• We also accept online payments through Stripe, which supports Apple Pay and Google Pay. By making a payment through Stripe, you agree to comply with Stripe's terms and conditions.
• Refunds will not be provided for services rendered.
• Cancellations are subject to the APA Recommended Crew Terms. Please consult the APA website for further details.

4. Intellectual Property & Usage Rights

• All content displayed on the Website, including but not limited to images, videos, and text, is owned by us or used with permission from the respective copyright holders.
• AI Training Restrictions: You are not granted any rights to use the work for the purpose of training artificial intelligence technologies, including modification, adaptation, or reverse engineering of the work.
• Usage Rights: Clients are granted usage rights solely for the specific purpose and duration agreed upon in the terms of the relevant project. No rights are transferred to visitors of the Website. You are not permitted to download or repurpose any content from the Website without express permission.

5. Disclaimers & Limitations of Liability

• The Website is provided "as is" and "as available," without any warranties or guarantees regarding its accuracy, reliability, or performance.
• We shall not be liable for:
• Any third-party links or websites, including social media platforms (e.g., Instagram, Vimeo), where our work may be shared.
• We shall not be held liable for any loss or damage, whether direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential, arising from your use of the Website.

6. Third-Party Services & Cookies

• The Website uses third-party services, including but not limited to Vimeo for video hosting and analytics tools such as Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, and Meta Pixel to analyse user behaviour and performance.
• By using the Website, you consent to the use of cookies and other tracking technologies for these purposes. For more information on how your data is handled, please review the privacy policies of the relevant third-party services.

7. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

• These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
• Any disputes arising from or in connection with these Terms shall initially be addressed through negotiation. If a resolution cannot be reached, the parties shall attempt to resolve the dispute through mediation or arbitration before pursuing any legal remedies.

8. Updates to These Terms

• We reserve the right to update, amend, or modify these Terms at any time. The most recent version of these Terms will always be available on this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically for updates.

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us at: info@lightexponent.com