Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding Photographer in Ipswich
Established over two decades ago, Clifford Vale is a professional wedding and portrait photography business based in Ipswich, Suffolk. With a deep-rooted passion for capturing life's most cherished moments, we specialise in creating timeless images that blend classic, modern, and reportage styles. Our expertise extends across Suffolk and beyond, serving clients in Ipswich, Sudbury, Felixstowe, and surrounding areas. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, natural-looking photographs that reflect the unique personalities of our subjects.Our flexible approach ensures we adapt to your preferred style, whether it's traditional posed shots or candid storytelling. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, we offer tailored services including digital packages, stunning storybook albums, and portrait sessions for families, individuals, and businesses. Our 20+ years of experience, coupled with a friendly and professional demeanor, has earned us glowing testimonials from couples and clients who value our dedication to preserving their precious memories.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Photography
Reportage Style
Classic Photography
Storybook Albums
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in wedding and portrait photography.
- Our flexible approach adapts to your preferred style, from classic to reportage.
- We offer stunning storybook albums with contemporary layouts and premium finishes.
- Our clients consistently praise our professionalism, affordability, and natural-looking results.
- We provide tailored services for weddings, portraits, and special events across Suffolk.
What people say
Stunning photos
Professional approach
Natural-looking results
Highly recommend
Exceptional quality
Services
Wedding Photography
We offer comprehensive wedding photography services across Suffolk, capturing ceremonies, receptions, and candid moments. Our team blends classic and reportage styles to create timeless memories. Clients receive high-resolution images with optional storybook albums, ensuring every detail is preserved for generations.
Portrait Photography
Our portrait sessions cater to families, individuals, and businesses in a relaxed studio environment. With a 20 sitting fee, clients receive digital proofs and can select prints from our online gallery. We specialise in creating natural, emotive images that reflect personal stories.
Reportage Style
This documentary-style approach captures spontaneous moments as they unfold during weddings or events. We use discreet techniques to document genuine interactions, ensuring authentic storytelling. Ideal for couples seeking unposed, emotionally rich imagery that preserves the day's natural flow.
Classic Photography
Our classic photography focuses on structured compositions and timeless aesthetics. This method involves guided posing and careful lighting to create elegant, enduring images. Perfect for formal portraits and key wedding moments requiring precise execution and artistic framing.
Storybook Albums
Transform your favourite images into bespoke storybook albums with premium finishes. Available in multiple sizes, these hardcover books feature contemporary layouts and materials like leather, stainless steel, and perspex. Each album is custom-designed to showcase your unique narrative.
People
Carl Clifford
Photographer
Carl Clifford is an award-winning photographer with over 20 years of experience in wedding and portrait photography. Based in Ipswich, he specialises in capturing natural, emotive moments using a blend of classic and reportage techniques.
Questions
What areas do you cover for wedding photography?
We primarily cover Ipswich, Sudbury, Felixstowe, and surrounding Suffolk areas, but are happy to travel for destination weddings.
What's included in the digital disc package?
The digital disc package includes all high-resolution images from your wedding day, supplied on CD or USB stick with copyright-free usage.
Can I add a storybook album to my package?
Yes, storybook albums can be added to any package with various sizes and premium finishes available for customised presentation.
What portrait sessions are available?
We offer family portraits, individual shoots, pet photography, bump-to-baby sessions, boudoir, and fashion photography in our Ipswich studio.
How are payments structured for portrait sessions?
Portrait sessions require a £20 sitting fee on the day, with images available online for selection and purchase at your convenience.
Do you offer weekday discounts for weddings?
Yes, we provide discounted rates for weekday weddings, including the digital disc package at £495 and small weddings from £350.
