Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding & Portrait Photographer in Suffolk
Established over two decades ago, Clifford Vale has become a trusted name in wedding and portrait photography across Suffolk and beyond. Our founder, Carl Clifford, brings a wealth of experience honed through capturing the unique stories of couples and families in the region. Specialising in a blend of classic, modern, and reportage styles, we prioritise natural, emotive imagery that reflects the true essence of your special moments. Our services extend to bespoke storybook albums and portrait sessions, all delivered with a commitment to quality and affordability. With a deep-rooted connection to the Dedham Vale countryside, we infuse every shoot with a passion for storytelling through photography. Our flexible approach ensures we adapt to your vision, whether you prefer structured poses or candid captures.Clients consistently praise our professionalism, attention to detail, and the timeless quality of our work. Based in Ipswich, we serve weddings and events in Ipswich, Sudbury, Felixstowe, and surrounding areas, offering both digital and printed solutions. Our studio provides a welcoming space for portrait sessions, from family portraits to boudoir photography. With competitive pricing and packages tailored to individual needs, we ensure exceptional value without compromising on artistry. Every image we create is designed to preserve memories that can be cherished for generations. Our dedication to client satisfaction is evident in the glowing testimonials from couples and families who have entrusted us with their most precious moments.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Sessions
Reportage Photography
Storybook Albums
Family Portraits
Boudoir Shoots
Event Coverage
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of dedicated wedding photography experience.
- Our flexible approach adapts to classic, modern, or reportage styles.
- We create bespoke storybook albums with contemporary layouts and premium materials.
- We provide competitive pricing without compromising on artistic quality.
- Our team specialises in making clients feel relaxed and confident during shoots.
What people say
Stunning photos
Professional approach
Highly recommend
Natural and relaxed
Exceptional quality
Services
Wedding Photography
Specialist wedding photography covering bridal preparations, ceremonies, and receptions. Offering a mix of posed and candid shots to document your day authentically. Packages include digital files and optional storybook albums, with flexible coverage options to suit different event sizes and budgets.
Portrait Sessions
Personalised portrait photography in our Ipswich studio. Services include family portraits, individual shoots, and pet photography. A 20 sitting fee includes access to online proofs, with prints and digital files available for purchase separately after your session.
Storybook Albums
Custom-designed storybook albums with premium materials and contemporary layouts. Available in multiple sizes and cover options, these albums transform your favourite images into heirloom-quality keepsakes that preserve your wedding day memories permanently.
People
Carl Clifford
Photographer
Carl Clifford is an award-winning photographer with over 20 years of experience capturing weddings and portraits across Suffolk. His work combines technical expertise with a natural eye for storytelling, ensuring clients receive timeless, emotive imagery tailored to their unique style.
Questions
What wedding photography packages do you offer?
We offer digital-only packages starting at £350 and premium options with storybook albums from £465, with coverage tailored to your event's needs.
Do you photograph events outside Suffolk?
Yes, while based in Ipswich, we regularly photograph weddings and events across East Anglia and can travel further for destination assignments.
What portrait photography services are available?
Our studio offers family portraits, individual sessions, pet photography, and boudoir shoots with a £20 sitting fee and flexible purchasing options.
Reviews (5)
Sophie Edwards
Sep 30, 2021
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I could not recommend Clifford Vale Photography enough! Carl shot our wedding photos two weeks ago and he couldnt have been more helpful from our initial booking to after the day! We had to rearrange our wedding 3 times due to Covid and Carl changed our booking every time with no problems at all. On the day he made everyone feel comfortable and at ease and nothing was too much. The photos are absolutely beautiful and I couldnt believe how quick they were ready! The photos are even more wonderful than I could ever have imagined. Thank you so much Carl!
Lynn Neary
Sep 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Superb photography for my Daughters wedding 3 weeks ago. Carl is absolutely top notch! Beautiful memories to be cherished forever
Superb photography for my Daughters wedding 3 weeks ago. Carl is absolutely top notch! Beautiful memories to be cherished forever
Patricia Elliott
Sep 22, 2019
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Thank you for being so friendly and welcoming. We had our first sitting 2 years ago and now we are back as grandsons start school and I'd like to recreate a picture from 2 years ago. Very relaxed time.
Tracey Godfree
Aug 08, 2019
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Very friendly, professional, my grandsons really enjoyed the experience even the one that didn't want his photo taken. By time the session was over he was in all of them great skill to achieve that. I would highly recommend Clifford Vale Photography
Dom Richardson
Nov 28, 2017
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Took my 2 yr old and 4 yr old daughters for a photoshoot. I was worried they were going to play up but they were fully entertained and engaged throughout and we were made to feel very welcome. Id highly recommend Clifford Vale, a fantastic family photographer who is great with kids.