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Samuel Engelking is a Toronto-based portrait and commercial photographer known for creating bold, considered images that balance technical precision with emotional presence. His work feels elevated yet personal.
Born in northern Manitoba to Jamaican and German parents, Samuel brings a wide range of lived experience to his practice. His ability to put people at ease allows him to photograph subjects from all walks of life with authenticity, nuance, and depth.
He has photographed notable figures across entertainment, culture, and business, including Margaret Atwood, Simu Liu, James Franco, Matty Matheson, Jessie Reyez, and Sarah Polley. His work has appeared in publications such as NOW Magazine, Toronto Life, CBC, the Los Angeles Times, The Globe and Mail, Glamour, Fashion Magazine, and NUVO.
Samuel has also produced work for a broad range of commercial clients, including Morgan Stanley, RBC, Women’s College Hospital, Foot Locker, Flight Centre, Waabi Innovation, the University of Winnipeg, Fetch Pet Insurance, Perfect Bar, and Women’s Health Collective Canada.
When he’s not spending time with his twins, exploring the city by bike, or trying a new places to eat, Samuel can usually be found making photographs at his favourite Toronto photo studio rental