In the fast-paced world of technological advancements, where digital photography reigns supreme, a captivating trend is emerging in the realm of wedding photography—the beautiful marriage of film and digital. This elegant blend combines the timeless charm of film with the convenience and versatility of digital, resulting in a trend that's capturing the hearts of couples and photographers alike.

The fusion of film and digital wedding photography is not just a passing trend; it's a celebration of the best of both worlds. It's an artful dance between nostalgia and modernity, between deliberate craftsmanship and swift adaptability. As you continue to seek a wedding day that is as unique as your love, the blend of film and digital photography stands as a testament to the enduring beauty of capturing moments that last a lifetime.

Where My Journey with Film Began

Although my journey with film photography started as a kid - it wasn’t till my teens/early 20s that I started carrying a camera around with me constantly. In the era of Tumblr and the early 2000s, film was all about capturing the nostalgia - holding onto that feeling of belonging and connection. It’s something that I’ve evolved with, film has deep roots in my personal work. Every time my husband and I travel to a new place or a friend is having a get-together, I always have a film camera on me. These are the moments I want to remember with clarity forever - to show my kids and have them show theirs.

Because film feels so personal to me, it wasn’t till 2021 that I started incorporating it into my client work. Each shot feels so intentional, thought-out, and meaningful - it takes time and mindfulness to capture moments that oftentimes can’t be explained but rather, felt. Finding that balance on a wedding day really challenged me in the beginning - the pressure of a timeline, the financial investment from the couple, the Pinterest-perfect expectations. Over time, I’ve let go of the need to be something I’m not and stepped into who I am as a storyteller. Capturing these meaningful and intentional moments for my clients comes second nature now.

The truth is, it’s a completely different wedding day experience when film is involved; both for the couple and the photographer. It requires mindfulness, intentionality, and trust. Your wedding day shouldn’t be about photos, your photos should be about your wedding day. The moments you want to remember with clarity forever - to show your kids and have them show theirs.

Why a Blend of Digital and Film Wedding Photography

Your wedding day is one of the most memorable and cherished days of your life - having the honor of preserving those moments is something I take seriously. This means having backup plans on back up plans and ensuring your memories are safe. Film can be risky and unpredictable; and at times, you don’t realize till it’s too late. A faulty roll of film, pre-exposure to light, and chemical destruction during film processing are all things that happen in the world of film photography and sometimes are out of the control of the photographer.

This is why I shoot both digital and film - digital serves as a backup if for whatever reason, the film photos don’t turn out. Incorporating a blend of digital and film photography into your wedding photo gallery offers a unique set of benefits that can elevate the overall aesthetic and storytelling of your wedding memories.

Advantages to consider with film and digital photography