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Samuele Ciaffoni

FotoSam srl | Ancona, Marche Wedding Photographer

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PHOTO AWARDS, UNPARALLELED SKILL - Creating Unique Memories

A different look to wedding... An elegant and careful photo feature... A totally new language for wedding photography! Located in Marche, Ancona province, we work all over Italy... Colors, lights, emotions, creativity... We have a reportage style, modern and brilliant. Details and photographic analysis are fundamentals and made our work unique.

 

 

Samuele Ciaffoni, a wedding photographer based in Ancona, Marche, is the founder of Fotosam, a studio specializing in documentary-style wedding photography, known for his dynamic and spontaneous reportage photography style. With over 20 years of experience, he captures authentic and emotional stories without intervening in the events. This approach allows him to create meaningful, lasting memories that resonate with clients. Beyond weddings, Samuele offers a range of additional services, including handmade albums, fine art prints, and a stylish photobooth for events. His work spans ceremonies, family photography, and more, preserving life's precious moments in unique and engaging ways.
 
 

6 WPJA Spotlight

In Ancona, a unique wedding circus features a majestic giraffe in the background, adding whimsical charm to the celebration.
2025 Spotlight Round 14
In Porto Recanati, the couple strolls alongside majestic horses, creating a picturesque and serene wedding moment.
2025 Spotlight Round 14
In Fossombrone, a soft focus captures the grandmother in the foreground as the bride receives help with her dress behind.
2025 Spotlight Round 14
A beautiful wedding photo taken in Porto Recanati by the sea, featuring the bride and groom walking on the rocks with a clear blue sky in the background.
2024 Spotlight Round 2
Wedding day image taken at Marche Villa Teloni in San Severino, Marche. A fun-filled pool party scene with the groom mid-air, leaping into the water, joining the bride and bridesmaid already splashing around. A joyous and carefree celebration.
2024 Spotlight Round 2
Amusing wedding moment captured at Ristorante Erard in Montecarotto, Marche, Italy: man sitting on grass, surrounded by women, holding his ears while woman blasts a horn at his head.
2024 Spotlight Round 1
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36 Awards for Documentary Wedding Photography

During a ceremony in Marche Ancona, a man is wheeled out on an EMS stretcher by first responders. This unexpected event introduces a moment of concern and urgency amid the day's proceedings.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
In Ascoli Piceno, the bride and groom take a leisurely urban stroll along the Red Walk. This picturesque moment combines the elegance of the couple with the vibrant backdrop of the city's streets.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
At a wedding in Recanati, during the cake moment, the groom exuberantly sprays champagne as his wife looks on nearby. This lively scene captures the joy and celebratory spirit of the occasion.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
In Cesano, the bride springs with joy as she jumps on indoor trampoline courts, while the groom humorously falls out of the picture.
2024 v04 Photography Competition
A wedding reception at dusk in Senigallia, Ancona, Marche, where a garter toss takes place with a side flash adding a vibrant touch
2023 v04 Photography Competition
In Matera, Italy, a bride arrives in style in a mini red convertible car, greeted by a group of cheering female guests. The vibrant scene sets the tone for a festive wedding celebration.
2023 v03 Photography Competition
In Matera, Italy, a gymnast bride performs a handstand on the roadway. With a low camera angle, the photo captures her graceful strength and adds a unique touch to the wedding festivities
2023 v03 Photography Competition
Ancona wedding photograph of hands helping the bride fix her dress during the church ceremony
2022 v03 Photography Competition
BW wedding photographer at an event venue in Chiaravalle, Marche captured the bride and family getting ready in separate rooms
2022 v01 Photography Competition
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42 Awards from the Artistic Guild of Wedding Photojournalists

In Fano, the bride pauses midway up the stairs, captured in profile amidst an orange and teal atmosphere, creating a vibrant and striking visual contrast.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Foligno, a black-and-white portrait captures the bride softly illuminated by natural light, with her face masked behind her veil. This vertical shot beautifully conveys her elegance.
2024 v04 Artistic Guild
In Portonovo, a black and white portrait artistically captures half of the couple, while their full reflection appears beautifully in the water, creating a striking visual composition.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
In Jesi, the bride stands with eyes closed, holding a glass of champagne amidst misty air, capturing a serene and contemplative moment during preparations.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
Black and white portrait of a bride and groom embracing on a beach in Ancona, Italy. The bride's shoes are in the foreground.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
A vibrant and colorful portrait taken in Ancona, Italy.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
In Fano, the bride is elegantly posed against a wall adorned with mural faces, creating a striking contrast that highlights her unique grace and individuality.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
At Castello di Naro, the bride gracefully descends the stairway, bathed in eternal sunshine, with a stunning mountain range as her radiant backdrop.
2024 v03 Artistic Guild
Discover the captivating artistic vision of a WPJA photographer through this intimate wedding portrait of a kissing couple in the tide washing over their feet in Riccione.
2024 v02 Artistic Guild
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True Love Captured Awards from Real Weddings - TLC

Italy wedding day post-ceremony moment photo showing off Emotions in black and white
Chapter III - True Love Captured (TLC) Wedding Photography Moments
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9 TOP Wedding Photographer Titles

The WPJA proudly recognizes Samuele Ciaffoni as a TOP International Wedding Photographer. Members holding the most contest points at the end of each year are ranked as TOP Wedding Photographers or, in some cases POY - Photographer of the Year.

Wedding Elopement Multiple Picture Galleries (1)

Samuele Ciaffoni chronicles small weddings and elopements from beginning to end. In this sense, it is no different from any other wedding day. The emphasis is on documenting key moments, capturing spontaneous displays of emotion, and telling the real story behind the elopement day. Below are wedding elopement story awards for Samuele Ciaffoni.

In Matera, Italy: bride and groom stroll past one of the city's historic souvenir street vendors
Altereno Cafe, Matera, Italy Elopement Photo Story Award

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