Clifford Vale Photography

Clifford Vale is a specialist portrait studio in Ipswich led by photographer Carl Clifford. With over 20 years behind the camera, Carl brings an experienced, calm approach to studio portraiture that helps people look and feel their best. Whether you want a confident professional headshot for LinkedIn, a tasteful business portrait, or a personal studio portrait to treasure, Carl’s priority is creating natural, authentic images that reflect who you are. Why choose Clifford Vale? Carl combines technical craft with a friendly, flexible manner. He creates a relaxed atmosphere where even camera-shy clients feel at ease, guiding poses and expressions with gentle direction rather than stiff instruction. The result is portraits that are both polished and genuine — confident headshots for professional use and warm, personal portraits for families or individuals. How we work: every session starts with a conversation about your goals and preferred style. In the studio you’ll receive practical guidance on posture, lighting and wardrobe choices to ensure the finished images look effortless and professional. For business clients, Carl focuses on clean, versatile headshots suitable for corporate profiles and LinkedIn; for personal portraits he tailors lighting and backdrop choices to suit mood and personality. After the shoot, images are made available online for review and ordering so you can select the final portraits from the comfort of your home. Clifford Vale sits firmly in Ipswich and serves the wider Suffolk area, bringing local knowledge and a neighbourhood studio environment that feels welcoming. While portrait photography is our specialism, the studio also kindly accommodates family sessions, maternity, pet portraits and fashion or boudoir commissions on request — always with the same attention to detail and relaxed service. If you’re looking for a portrait studio that balances technical excellence with warmth and approachability, speak with Carl at Clifford Vale. The aim is simple: create beautiful portraits you’ll be proud to display and share, captured with care and experience right here in Ipswich.