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Capturing Your Wedding Story with Authenticity and Ease
Your wedding day is a celebration to be lived, not a performance to be staged. Sam Chipman understands this deeply. With a background in acting and storytelling, Sam offers a relaxed, heartfelt approach to wedding photography. He focuses on capturing the real, unposed moments that make your day uniquely yours—preserving genuine emotions and fleeting interactions to create images that truly reflect who you are as a couple.
A Relaxed, Documentary Approach to Your Wedding
On your wedding day, every moment with your loved ones matters. Sam’s unobtrusive, photojournalistic style lets your day unfold naturally. Blending seamlessly with your guests, he brings a calming presence that helps everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. The result? A beautiful collection of memories that capture the true atmosphere and spirit of your celebration—without forced smiles or awkward poses.
- Candid Moments: From laughter to tears, Sam captures the genuine emotions and small moments you might miss during the excitement.
- Natural Posing: Forget stiff, formal poses. Sam guides you through simple, relaxed interactions—like a gentle walk—to create authentic portraits.
- A Calming Presence: Known for his friendly and easygoing nature, Sam makes the photography experience enjoyable and stress-free for everyone.
The Art of Storytelling Through Your Wedding Photos
Every couple has a unique story, and Sam’s photography is all about telling yours. He’s not just a photographer—he’s a storyteller dedicated to preserving your memories for a lifetime. This commitment continues into post-production, where each image is carefully edited with Sam’s signature style to beautifully showcase the emotions and details of your day.
Based in Yorkshire, Ready to Travel for Your Wedding
Sam is a proud Yorkshireman based in York, passionate about supporting local celebrations. He regularly works across Yorkshire, the Lake District, and Lancashire, but he’s also available to travel anywhere in the UK and worldwide to capture your wedding day.
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Experience
What is your most memorable wedding?
Absolutely schooling the groomsmen at beanbag toss, walking away with my arms aloft to jubilant cheers.
Describe your style in 5 adjectives.
Timeless, cinematic, relaxed, candid, memorable
What about your business are you most proud of?
How I get to share people's wedding day's with them.
What is your No.1 wedding planning tip for couples?
Make it personal, those unique little touches are what people remember. The best weddings are not always the biggest ones.
What is your favourite personal touch you have seen at a wedding?
Having flower seeds as wedding favours, letting the love grow.
Describe your typical process with a couple.
I always like to have a pre-wedding consultation, be that in person or via video call. On the day I work in a relaxed way, but I'm always there to be a helping hand. I'm on your side.
What is the No.1 photo that you think every couple should take?
My tip - don't worry about specific images. Trust your photographer to work their magic.
What is the most original photo you’ve been asked to take at a wedding?
I find original moments in every wedding - it's all about storytelling
What do you recommend for a rainy day wedding?
Umbrella's - the really big clear ones are great.
Describe how you got into photography.
I first picked up a camera during my first summer break at drama school, I was bored and looking for a new project to kill some time - little did I know that it would turn into something more serious.