Samantha Dawn Photography

Hello — I’m Samantha, an Arnold‑based wedding photographer serving Nottingham and the wider GB area. Photography has been my passion from childhood, and since working professionally from 2016 (plus a BA in Photography) I’ve focused on creating fresh, natural, timeless images that couples treasure for years. As a specialist in wedding photography I concentrate on capturing the story of your day: the quiet, emotional moments between vows, the laughter and energy of your guests, and the considered beauty of bridal portraits. My approach is relaxed and personal — I regularly communicate with couples before the wedding so each shoot feels tailored, calm and comfortable. That relaxed environment helps me capture true personalities, not stiff poses, so your wedding photos feel authentic and lived‑in. Engagement and bridal photography sit naturally alongside my wedding work. Engagement sessions are a great way to get comfortable in front of the camera and build a rapport before the wedding day; bridal portraits let me highlight the detail and emotion of your look in a focused, creative way. Wherever possible I seek natural light, honest expression and compositions that will remain timeless as trends change. My background in portrait and maternity photography informs how I work with people — I aim to put everyone at ease, guiding gently and listening closely so I can document moments that mean the most. While weddings are my core specialism, I also shoot portrait work and occasional business portraits; however, for couples looking for a wedding‑day photographer in Arnold and Nottingham you’ll find my experience and personal approach especially well suited. Choosing me means choosing someone who cares about your story, communicates clearly and produces clean, emotive wedding photos you’ll want to display. If you’re planning a wedding in Arnold, Nottingham or elsewhere in the UK, I’d love to hear about your plans and discuss how we can create a photographic record that feels uniquely yours.