Terms of Service

Ownership of the final approved logo design will transfer to you upon receipt and clearance of the final payment. This may include a set number of alternate layout and color variations. Any preliminary proofs, concepts, or visuals presented during the design process remain the property of BlackStone Studio.

After receiving the final payment, you will be provided a link to download the final logo files in the agreed-upon formats, along with the specified deliverables. Fonts used in the logo design will be converted to both vector and raster artwork in the final files to ensure compatibility and scalability. The font files themselves will not be included in your deliverables. It is your responsibility to ensure your logo files are safely backed up for future use, as I may not always keep a copy.

If you fail to make the final payment, the logo design and files will remain the property of BlackStone Studio, and I may reuse them in future projects for other clients or purposes, excluding elements specific to your business or brand.

Graphic design projects include, but are not limited to, digital and printed materials such as cards, flyers, advertisements, postcards, brochures, booklets, signs, social media graphics, website banners, and other marketing collateral.

You will receive an exclusive, perpetual license to use the final approved design as a whole upon receipt and clearance of the final payment. BlackStone Studio retains ownership of the unique combination of elements that constitute the complete design and grants you exclusive usage rights to the design as a whole. Any preliminary proofs, concepts, or visuals presented during the design process remain the property of BlackStone Studio.

Some graphic design projects may include third-party artwork, such as stock images, licensed graphics, or AI-generated elements. While these elements are licensed for use within the overall design, they remain the property of their original creators and cannot be extracted from the final design or used for any other purposes. This restriction does not apply to custom artwork created specifically for you or to the artwork you provided for the project.

After receiving the final payment, you will be emailed the final design in the agreed-upon format. Final design files are typically delivered as high-resolution, flat (rasterized) PDF or JPG. Depending on what your project contains, I may deliver files in which some elements, such as text or vector graphics, remain editable while other elements, such as stock or licensed graphics, are flattened. It is your responsibility to ensure these files are safely backed up for future use, as I may not always keep a copy.

If you fail to make the final payment, I reserve the right to retain ownership of the design and may reuse it in future projects for other clients or purposes, excluding elements specific to your business or brand.

After receiving the final payment, you will receive a Canva Template Link that adds a copy to your own account. A Canva Pro account is generally required to access and use your template and any subscription costs are your responsibility.

Canva services are subject to Canva’s own terms, pricing, and features. I am not responsible for changes to the platform or for any loss of access related to your Canva subscription. Once your template link has been delivered, you are responsible for maintaining your copy, as I may not always keep a copy or keep the template link active indefinitely.

If you need the font files used in your project, it is your responsibility to purchase or acquire the necessary licenses. Due to licensing rules, I cannot transfer or distribute font files directly to you. However, I can provide the names of the fonts used and links to where you can purchase or download them.

I provide Pantone color suggestions in the style guide included with logo projects. These suggestions are for guidance only, and clients are encouraged to confirm they meet their expectations. I am not responsible for any color output or variation issues during production or reproduction.

Any preliminary proofs, concepts, or visuals presented during the design process, not included in the final approved design, remain the property of BlackStone Studio. These materials may be reused, modified, or repurposed for future projects or other clients, excluding elements specific to your business or brand.

I will not release source files for any design unless otherwise agreed upon before the project begins, as it will impact the cost of the project. If I do agree to release source files, it will only apply to projects where no stock images, licensed graphics, or AI-generated elements were used, or where the client has provided all such materials. Additionally, any released source files will not include secondary working files, such as those used to create or edit images placed within the main source files, unless otherwise agreed upon. Fonts used in the project cannot be included or distributed, and I will not provide tutorials on how to use the source files.

Creating entirely original artwork can be time-intensive and costly. To offer quick turnarounds and affordable prices, I may use licensed non-branding stock graphics, AI-generated elements, or platform-provided elements such as those available within Canva in your design projects. These components are licensed to or created by BlackStone Studio and may also be used in other client projects or by other users who have access to the same resources or tools. You may not extract or use these elements outside of the complete design created for you by BlackStone Studio.

If you prefer not to use third-party licensed elements or AI-generated content in your design, you must inform me before the project begins, as this will impact the cost and turnaround time of the project.

Designs created by BlackStone Studio, especially those using stock graphics or AI-generated elements, are not intended for merchandising or resale. If you plan to use the final design for these purposes, you must inform me before the project begins, as I may not be able to accommodate your request. Failure to do so may lead to legal issues for which you will be fully responsible, including any related expenses or claims.

If you provide stock graphics or photos that you have purchased and licensed independently, you are responsible for ensuring compliance with their licensing terms and restrictions.

It is your responsibility to ensure that your brand, business, or product name is legally available before the design process begins. BlackStone Studio assumes no legal responsibility for conflicts with existing trademarks, copyrights, or intellectual property. If a name or design change is required during the project, additional costs may apply based on the work completed up to that point.

I strive to create original artwork for all logo projects and custom artwork requests and will not knowingly copy, infringe, or plagiarize existing work. While I may conduct limited checks, such as online searches, to ensure originality, you are responsible for performing thorough checks and due diligence. By hiring BlackStone Studio, you agree to take full responsibility for any legal or copyright issues that may arise from the use of the designs I create.

For graphic design projects, you are granted an exclusive license to use the final design as outlined in this agreement. Copyright for individual elements, such as stock images, licensed graphics, AI-generated elements, or other third-party resources, remains with their original creators or licensors, and these may not be extracted, modified, or reused outside of the completed design. Because the legal status of AI-generated content is still developing, I do not warrant ownership, exclusivity, or copyright protection for any AI-generated elements used in your design.

For Canva projects, elements from Canva’s library used within the template cannot be claimed as your own or registered as a trademark, as they are available to all Canva users.

You are free to use your logo design in any way to promote your business, including placing it on promotional items such as t-shirts, hats, or other merchandise to give away or sell. However, graphic design projects are intended for specific uses and may not be used, in whole or in part, on items such as t-shirts, hats, or other merchandise where the design itself is the primary value of the product rather than serving to promote a business. If your project is intended for such purposes, you must disclose this before we begin, as I might not be able to accommodate your request.

While I may suggest edits, BlackStone Studio does not offer copywriting or photography services. You are responsible for providing all project content and guarantee that you either own it or have permission to use it. BlackStone Studio is not liable for copyright infringements resulting from the content you provide and does not guarantee indefinite retention of your submitted materials.

BlackStone Studio is not responsible for errors or omissions in any content or information that appears in the final design. Clients are strongly encouraged to carefully review and proofread all design elements before providing final approval.

You also guarantee that all information and products or services sold or promoted through your design project comply with applicable laws and are not illegal, restricted, or fraudulent. You are solely responsible for the accuracy and reliability of your project content and any harm resulting from it. BlackStone Studio does not endorse, support, or assume legal responsibility for the truthfulness or legality of your content.

For clients requesting ongoing work on a regular basis, I may not issue a proposal for every project, as pricing for repetitive services is typically understood. However, I can provide estimates upon request for new or non-standard services.

Projects are considered complete once I have fulfilled the agreed-upon scope of work. Even if you delay providing the necessary content to finalize project files, I may still deem the project complete, and final payment will be requested.

For clients requesting ongoing work on a regular basis, a monthly billing schedule will be implemented. All work completed during the month will be billed on the first business day of the following month, with payment due upon receipt of the invoice unless otherwise agreed upon in advance.

BlackStone Studio reserves the right to withhold design files, usage rights, or deliverables until full payment has been received and processed.

If you save your payment information in QuickBooks, your saved method may be charged automatically when an invoice is issued. Managing or removing your saved payment details is your responsibility through QuickBooks.

For security and accounting purposes, I do not accept payments through apps such as Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, PayPal, or similar services.

You may also choose to end a project at any time by notifying me in writing.

If a project is terminated, no refunds will be issued, and no project files or rights will be released. However, in the event of force majeure (e.g., acts of God, government actions, illness, or accidents) that may force either party to terminate the project, I may provide a partial refund based on the work completed and time invested up to that point.

While I make reasonable efforts to avoid entering confidential client information into these tools, I may describe general project details to use them effectively. Many design and productivity programs also include AI features built in, so AI may be used automatically without direct input or awareness.

Please note that I cannot guarantee the handling practices of third-party AI platforms. If your project requires strict confidentiality over standard digital business tools, BlackStone Studio may not be the right fit.

If a print project deviates from standard sizes or materials, or if its complexity requires extra attention, I may agree to help you coordinate the print run. This must be agreed upon before the project begins, as this will impact the cost of my services. However, I will not be responsible for any print issues or costs, including errors, delays, or quality concerns, as I would be acting as an intermediary between you and your print vendor.

Regardless of the cause, my total liability for any claim related to a project or this agreement will not exceed the total amount you paid for that project.