To say this past year was AMAZING would be the understatement of the century. Just when I thought it couldn't get any better, it absolutely did. From the gorgeous couples, beautiful venues, and countless love stories I got to document - I couldn't ask for anything more! I have the BEST clients and the BEST job, and I am just so thankful! So CHEERS to 2023!!🍾


I am SO EXCITED about this year and cannot wait to celebrate all of you! Here is a small glimpse into the incredible 2023!


2023 Year In Review Statistics


51 WEDDINGS 

That's almost one wedding a week for an entire year! BLESSED!! When I wasn't busy creating lifetime memories for all of my beautiful couples, I was associate shooting for other photographers or lending a hand as a second photographer. I loooove LOVE!! 


48 VENUES 

Can you believe I visited 48 venues?! I can hardly believe it, either! 


9 WEDDINGS AT POWEL CROSLEY 

My most photographed venue of 2023?! The always gorgeous Powel Crosley Estate. This Mediterranean-style mansion located in Sarasota, Florida, is STUNNING! They have the capacity to accommodate a guest count of any size, making them the perfect host for your dream day! Seriously, you MUST see the gorgeous Powel Crosley Estate!


14 ELOPEMENTS 

Your wedding deserves to be celebrated however you want! Intimate elopements are always a great idea, and I would LOVE to document your day!


6 OUT OF STATE WEDDINGS 

My bags are packed, and I am always available for travel! This last year, I was lucky to visit Colorado, Georgia, Maryland, Tennessee, New Jersey, North Carolina, and Vegas! YAY!! 


3 DESTINATION WEDDINGS 

I love a fun destination wedding! Sign me up for all the beautiful places! Mexico and Key West had my heart in 2023, and I cannot wait to see where 2024 takes me!


10 SURPRISE PROPOSALS 

I got to capture 10 of the most emotional, beautiful, and happy surprise proposals! I was so happy I could celebrate with all the happy couples!


31 WEDDINGS ON THE BOOKS FOR 2024 

This year is already off to a HOT start, and I AM SO EXCITED!! One of the most exciting things?! I'll be heading to Spain to document a beautiful love story...SPAIN!!


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So whether you are planning a surprise proposal or a destination wedding, I am here for you! I am so excited about this year and so thankful for all the BEAUTIFUL days I get to be a part of!


2023 year in review for Sam Copland Photo
51 total weddings documented by Sam Copland Photo
Sam Copland Photo documented love stories at multiple venues around the country
Powel Crowley Estate is where you could find Sam Copland Photo most often
6 out of state weddings for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
14 beautiful intimate elopements for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
3 destination weddings for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
10 surprise proposals for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer
tons of more love to document in 2024 for Southwest Florida Wedding Photographer