Professional wedding and portrait photographer for 10 years. Covering the North West and beyond.
6 customer reviews
Evonne Carr
We first hired Sam for our wedding in 2020, which was COVID cancelled, Sam was brilliant and totally understanding. Our eventual wedding was in 2022, with a ceremony on one day and the reception the next, Sam attended both and was brilliant at making everyone feel at ease and we have some lovely shots which capture our personality and are our favourites over the more formal pictures. Pictures arrived in good time, and she even home delivered our package which was a lovely gesture. Sam is down to earth, friendly and very easy to get along with. Would definitely recommend her services! I also love how she does voluntary work for a local animal charity, helping the cats get their best side out there to get rehomed :) More...
Chris & Patricia
Sam was just what we needed. It felt like a good friend was taking our pictures. And the album we ended up with was perfect. Sam is like a wedding organiser as well as a photographer. We can’t recommend her highly enough. More...
Fiona
Sam was the perfect choice for our wedding day. She is a very talented, kind, thoughtful and organised person who was a pleasure to spend time with before and on the BIG day.
Sam thought of everything we would need for photos, including things we hadn't even thought of. The lead up to the wedding was thoroughly planned and she helped us decide what we wanted to get out of it so we were not disappointed!
Sam was the voice of calm on the day of wedding and didn't miss a trick, capturing some truly amazing moments we will never forget. We were (and still are!) blown away by the album and prints we have from our day. We are proud to show off Sam's work as her skills are exceptional.
All in all, Sam Bannister is HIGHLY recommended by us. She is completely reliable and an outstanding photographer. We couldn't have chosen anyone better for our wedding day!
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Louise Crellin
We are so glad that we picked Sam to be our photographer. From the moment we met her to picking up our wedding album she has been fantastic! She has an amazing personality and makes you feel so relaxed when she's around. During the day Sam was very professional at times we forgot she was there. Our priest said Sam was one of the best wedding photographers he had in the church for over 20 years. We were overwhelmed with how amazing our photographs were. Sam had captured every moment of our special day that we shared with friends and family and we have these to look back on in our album for years to come. We 100% recommend Sam to photograph your special occasion. More...
Marcia Simpkin
Sam is an incredible photographer but much more than it she is a human being that any bride and groom need by their side on their special day. My daughter got married 2 days before the lockdown in 2020 and Sam was not only an exceptional professional but helped us in every aspect she could. We say that she was one of the angels that made my daughters wedding day so special. More...
Jane
We had the pleasure of working with Sam again (she took photos for my mum & dads anniversary) for our wedding. She is a consummate professional. Sam ensured she knew all of our requirements & even visited the venue beforehand to familiarise herself & to identify the best shots/angles…& wow what a result! The photographs are absolutely amazing & we have never received so many compliments! Her eye for detail/ideas (& cajoling skills) have ensured that the best memories were captured so beautifully. We would have no hesitation to recommend her! More...
What do you love most about your job?
A tricky one to answer. I genuinely enjoy all parts from initially meeting/chatting to the couple about their plans for their wedding, offering advice if required on the lead up. Obviously, photographing and helping on the BIG day and meeting their family and friends. Designing wedding albums too.
What inspired you to start your own business?
Previous roles have included - Wedding and Events Manager at a 4* hotel, also registering ceremonies at my local Register Office and certified venues before becoming a professional wedding photographer.
I've always had an interest in photography, having successfully completed a number of photography training courses I photographed my first wedding in 2005. I set up my business in 2012 and feel very lucky to do a job that I LOVE every day.
Why should our clients choose you?
I'll let my previous couples answer this one!
Please take a look at my website for a selection of 'kind words' and testimonials that my wonderful couples have been kind enough to share with me.
What changes have you made to keep your customers safe from Covid-19?
If required - telephone appointment rather than face to face. When meeting at my office - masks and hand gel provided.
Wedding contract updated to protect clients due to Covid-19 restrictions.
Wedding Album
Storybook wedding album - you choose which images you would like and I design your beautiful album.
A4 storybook wedding album, which lays completely flat when open with thick, rigid gloss or matt card pages.
Cover options - metal, acrylic, photographic, cameo or embossed lettering.
Genuine Leather - spine and rear cover, 18 colours for you to choose (a choice of 6 colours in leatherette if you prefer).
Further information can be found on my website under the 'Albums & Artwork' tab.
Smaller album duplicates
Parent/guests album duplicates available.
Further information can be found on my website under the 'Albums & Artwork' tab.
Coffee Table Photo Books
Coffee table photo books with lay flat paper, with a choice of matt or gloss laminate cover.
Further information can be found on my website under the 'Albums & Artwork' tab.
Signing Board
Signing boards are a perfect way for guests to leave you a special message.
Available in 20x20" or 24x20".
Further information can be found on my website under the 'Albums & Artwork' tab.
Photo Wall Art
A range of beautiful wall art including canvas prints, bamboo photo blocks and metal prints.
Further information can be found on my website under the 'Albums & Artwork' tab.
Thank You Cards
Using an image(s) for your event.
Further information can be found on my website under the 'Albums & Artwork' tab.