As an analog wedding photographer myself, I truly believe that there is something magical about the soft, romantic, and timeless quality of 35mm film photography that simply cannot be replicated by digital cameras. When I first started my photography journey, I was shooting exclusively on digital, but I always felt like something was missing.
It wasn’t until I stumbled upon a vintage 35mm camera that I fell in love with film photography. I was worried at first, I didn’t want to waste any film or even worse, just have no photos turn out right at all. But, the excitement of waiting for my rolls of film to be developed and seeing the unique and beautiful moments that I was able to capture on 35mm film was something I had never experienced before.
Film forces us to be more intentional as analog wedding photographers
When I started shooting weddings on 35mm film, I found that the limited amount of shots on a roll of film forced me to be more intentional with my compositions and truly think about what moments I wanted to capture. There is a certain mindfulness and care that goes into shooting on film that just isn’t the same with digital photography.
Film has a soft and vibrant look
One of my favourite things about shooting on film is the way it handles light. Film has a natural ability to capture the soft and vibrant colours of a sunset or the warmth of candlelight in a way that digital just can’t replicate. The grain and imperfections of film also give photos a unique and vintage quality that is both nostalgic and romantic.
An analog wedding photographer is right for you if:
- you love the colours and the look of 35mm film and you prefer candid rather than picture perfect moments
- you want unique wedding photos and variety in your wedding gallery
- you love the grain and imperfections of film
An analog wedding photographer may not be for you if:
- you enjoy more fine art type photos which are more polished
- you’re not willing to invest in extra film and developing costs
- you don’t want natural film grain in your photos
I understand that analog wedding photography may not be for everyone. If you prefer more polished fine art type photos or don’t want the natural film grain in your photos, then it may not be the right choice for you. It’s important to choose a photographer that aligns with your style and vision for your wedding day.
Can I choose both digital and analog wedding photography?
With our wedding packages, we shoot weddings on film and digital cameras so you get the best of both worlds! Although we shoot both film and digital, we never try to edit our digital photos to look exactly like film, it simply just can’t be done. We love to embrace the distinct beauty of both mediums!
In conclusion, hiring an analog wedding photographer who shoots 35mm film photos can add a unique and beautiful element to your wedding photos. The intentional and thoughtful approach to capturing the day on film, combined with the soft and vibrant look of the photos, can create truly stunning and memorable images.
