Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding & Portrait Photographer in Ipswich
Established over two decades ago, Clifford Vale specialises in wedding and portrait photography across Ipswich, Sudbury, Felixstowe, and Suffolk. Our founder, Carl Clifford, brings extensive experience and a passion for capturing natural, emotive moments. We offer a blend of classic, modern, and reportage styles tailored to individual preferences. Our services include comprehensive wedding coverage, from bridal preparations to post-ceremony celebrations, with options for digital-only packages or premium storybook albums. We prioritise client comfort, ensuring a relaxed atmosphere during shoots while maintaining professional standards. Our portfolio spans family portraits, individual sessions, and special events, all delivered with attention to detail.We provide flexible booking options and transparent pricing, including weekday discounts for select packages. Customer testimonials consistently highlight our ability to produce high-quality, timeless images that exceed expectations. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our repeat business and referrals. We operate from a dedicated studio in Ipswich, offering convenient access for local clients while serving venues throughout East Anglia. Our approach combines technical expertise with creative vision to deliver photographs that truly reflect each client's unique story.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Sessions
Family Portraits
Pet Photography
Bump-to-Baby Shoots
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in wedding and portrait photography
- Our team offers flexible styling options from classic to contemporary
- We provide comprehensive coverage from bridal preparations to reception
- Our digital packages include all high-resolution images with copyright release
- We maintain a 5-star customer satisfaction rating from real clients
What people say
Stunning photos
Professional approach
Natural images
Reasonable pricing
Big smiles
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service captures every precious moment from bridal preparations through to reception celebrations. We offer flexible styling options including classic, modern and candid reportage techniques. All packages include high-resolution digital images with copyright release, with optional premium storybook albums available for preserving your special day in print format.
Portrait Sessions
Professional portrait sessions conducted in our Ipswich studio create lasting memories for individuals and families. The service includes a 20 sitting fee with images available for purchase post-session. We specialise in various styles including family portraits, boudoir shoots, and pet photography, all delivered with our signature natural and relaxed approach.
Bump-to-Baby Shoots
Specialised photography packages documenting pregnancy journeys through to early childhood. This service captures developmental milestones with artistic compositions. Sessions are designed to be comfortable and stress-free, accommodating both expectant mothers and young children in our studio environment.
People
Carl Clifford
Photographer & Business Owner
Carl Clifford is an award-winning photographer with over 20 years' experience specialising in weddings and portraits. Based in Ipswich, he combines technical expertise with creative vision to capture life's special moments naturally. His work has been featured in numerous Suffolk weddings and local exhibitions.
Questions
What wedding photography packages do you offer?
We offer digital-only packages from £350 and storybook album packages from £465, with options for full-day coverage and additional services.
Do you provide photography outside Suffolk?
While based in Ipswich, we regularly photograph weddings and events across East Anglia including Sudbury, Felixstowe and surrounding areas.
What portrait photography options are available?
Our studio offers family portraits, individual sessions, pet photography and bump-to-baby shoots with a £20 sitting fee and images available for purchase online.
How do you handle wedding day coverage?
We provide comprehensive coverage from bridal preparations through to reception celebrations, with optional additional hours available for speeches and evening events.
Can I view sample images before booking?
Yes, our website features extensive wedding and portrait samples, with full portfolios available for recent clients through our online proofing system.
