Privacy Policy

Last updated: July 2026

Your privacy

Your privacy is important to me. This Privacy Policy explains what personal information I collect through this website, how I use it, and how I keep it safe.

This policy is intended to comply with the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020.

What information I collect

I only collect personal information that you choose to provide, such as:

  • Your name

  • Your email address

  • Your phone number (if you choose to provide it)

  • Any information you include in a contact form or email

  • Your email address if you subscribe to my newsletter

Like most websites, this site may also collect basic technical information such as your IP address, browser type, pages visited, and general website usage through cookies or analytics tools.

How I collect your information

Information is collected when you:

  • Complete the contact form

  • Email me directly

  • Subscribe to my newsletter

  • Browse this website (through cookies and analytics)

Why I collect your information

I collect personal information so I can:

  • Respond to your enquiries

  • Communicate with you about commissions, exhibitions, or other requests

  • Send occasional newsletters or studio updates if you've chosen to subscribe

  • Improve the performance and usability of this website

I will only use your information for the purpose for which it was collected, or where otherwise permitted by law.

Newsletter subscriptions

If you subscribe to my newsletter, I'll use your email address to send occasional updates about new work, exhibitions, and studio news.

You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link included in every email.

Sharing your information

I do not sell or rent your personal information.

I may share your information with trusted service providers who help me operate this website or communicate with you, such as website hosting, email newsletter, or analytics providers. These providers only receive the information necessary to perform their services.

I may also disclose information where required by law.

Cookies and analytics

This website may use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience and understand how visitors use the site.

You can disable cookies through your web browser settings if you prefer.

How your information is stored

I take reasonable steps to protect the personal information I hold from loss, misuse, unauthorised access, or disclosure.

While no online system can guarantee complete security, I work with reputable service providers that maintain appropriate security measures.

Accessing or correcting your information

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to request access to the personal information I hold about you and to request that it be corrected if it is inaccurate.

If you'd like to make a request, please get in touch using the contact details below.

Third-party websites

This website may include links to other websites. I am not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites, and I encourage you to read their privacy policies.

Changes to this policy

I may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes to this website or legal requirements. Any updates will be published on this page.

Contact

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your personal information is handled, please contact:

Chloe Summerhayes
Email: csummerhayes0@gmail.com

If you're not satisfied with how your privacy concern has been handled, you can contact the Office of the Privacy Commissioner of New Zealand.