Sam Todd Photographer  - Sam Todd - University College Dublin

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Athletes are some of the most exciting, hard-working and inspiring people in the world. My aim is to capture this.

Sam Todd Photographer  - Sam Todd - University College Dublin

I’m a London-based photographer and director specialising in sport and lifestyle.

I capture athletes in motion, not just how it looks, but how it actually feels to be there. Real effort, real environments, real moments. Less staged, more observed.

I’ve worked with leading sports teams and global brands across campaigns, partnerships and editorial, shooting both stills and motion. Whether it’s on set or out on location, the focus is always the same, keeping things honest and making images that feel like they’ve actually happened, not been built.

Sport has a unique ability to connect people. It can shift mood, shape identity and bring people together in a way very little else can. That’s what continues to drive my work, telling stories that sit inside those moments rather than staging them from the outside.

Outside of work, you’ll usually find me on a golf course replacing more divots than I should, making the occasional appearance for my local rugby club, or somewhere near the back of a CrossFit class.

If you’d like to discuss a project or collaboration, feel free to get in touch.

Select Clients

Logo - Product
Clip art - Logo
Illustration - Clip art
Nike - Nike
Design - Graphic design
New Balance - New Balance
VOXY - Sugar Rush 5
Anytime Fitness - Anytime Fitness
Calligraphy - Logo
Design - Logo
Design - Product design
Logo - Product design

My Approach

I work across both photography and motion, with a focus on movement, performance and people.

My process is built around understanding the brief, then creating an environment where natural moments can unfold. I’ll often set the framework for a shot, but leave space for instinct, movement and interaction to take over. That’s where the strongest images tend to come from.

Lighting plays a big part in how I shape an image. I’m drawn to natural light and the feel it brings, but I’m just as focused on being able to recreate that when needed. Whether it’s daylight, mixed light or a full setup, the aim is always the same, to keep it feeling real and unforced.

I work with a trusted group of assistants, stylists, producers and crew, scaling each project depending on what it needs while keeping things consistent across both stills and motion.

Recreation -
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Asphalt concrete - CityMD
Bouldering - Sport climbing
Photography - Film studio
TV crew role - Television
Cinematographer - Filmmaking
Guitar - Guitarist
Physical fitness - ARM Cortex-M
Soil - Sand
Car - Motorcycling
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Representation

I’m currently unrepresented in the UK and not looking to change that.

For projects requiring larger teams and full production support, I collaborate with a trusted network of experienced producers to ensure everything runs seamlessly from start to finish.

I am open to representation in the USA and Asia, where the right partnership could help build and scale long-term opportunities.

RECENT CLIENTS

Nike, Google, Samsung, Mastercard, New Balance, Adidas, Skechers, Gatorade, Red Bull, Chelsea FC, Hummel, AYBL, Bulk, Hotpod Yoga, Paul Smith, Wow Hydrate, Hugo Boss, IWC, Crew Clothing, Original Penguin