Sam Chipman Photography Verified listing

I photograph weddings in a relaxed, documentary way so you can get on with having a good time.

No awkward posing. No barking orders.
Just real moments that feel like your day did.

I trained as an actor before moving into photography, so storytelling is baked into how I work. I chat with your guests, blend in with the day, and quietly chase the stuff you might miss in the whirlwind – the hugs, the side glances, the bad dancing, the quiet nerves just before you walk in.

You get:

Candid coverage from morning prep through to dance floor
Natural couples portraits that take 10 minutes so you are not dragged away from your guests
Next-day sneak peeks so you have something to share while everyone is still buzzing
The option to add a 3–4 minute Highlight Film, filmed alongside your photos, so you can hear the laughs and speeches as well as see them

I am based in York and work all across Yorkshire and the surrounding areas, from city hotels to barns and tipi weddings. Think places like The Grand, York, Woodstock Weddings, Hornington Manor, Woolas Barn, Sandburn Hall, The Normans and York Hospitium.

I am a good fit for you if:

You care more about atmosphere than perfection
You prefer genuine moments to staged poses
You want a photographer who feels like another guest with a camera, not a director
You want honest coverage of your people, not just portraits of the two of you
If that sounds like you, have a look through my work and get in touch for a chat.