One of the most special parts of shooting this wedding was the way film slowed everything down. With digital photography, it’s easy to fire off hundreds of shots without a second thought. But with film, there’s a rhythm to it. You can’t rush. You have to wait for the moment—truly see it—before pressing the shutter.
As the bride walked down the aisle, I carefully measured each shot. I only had 36 exposures in the camera at any given time, and every frame had to count. I loved that I could hear the subtle click of the film advancing in my camera as I captured them exchanging vows. I wasn’t just capturing a wedding; I was preserving the day, frame by frame, with intention.
Once the day was done and the film was sent off to be developed, I had that familiar feeling of both excitement and nervousness. There’s no way to know if you nailed every shot until those negatives come back. And when they did, I couldn’t wait to see the magic that unfolded.
The results? Every photo felt like a small piece of art. The tones were rich, the light danced across the frames, and the imperfections—if you could call them that—added to the overall story. The candid moments had an extra layer of depth, and the portraits felt both intimate and timeless. The family property was brought to life on film in a way that digital couldn’t quite replicate. It felt like I was delivering not just wedding photos but heirlooms.
Shooting this wedding on 35mm film reminded me why I’ll always make space for it in my photography. There’s something about the physicality of film, the way it forces you to be present, that makes it so meaningful. It’s imperfect, yes, but that’s the beauty of it. Just like a marriage, it’s not about perfection—it’s about capturing the real moments, the little details that make the day yours.
This wedding was a perfect match for film photography. A day steeped in family history, celebrated on a property filled with memories, all captured in a medium that feels as timeless as the love between the couple.
If you’re considering film for your wedding, I’d say go for it. There’s something undeniably special about those 36 frames, each one with its own story to tell. You’ll end up with more than just wedding photos—you’ll have a tangible piece of your love story to hold onto for generations.
