Kelsey + Daniel’s gorgeous rainy wedding day at Villa Merlo Nero in Florence, Italy. Shot on 35mm, medium format, and polaroid.

As a documentary wedding photographer who shoots on both film and digital formats, I have come to develop a deep appreciation for the incorporation of film into wedding days. Not only does film have the capacity to produce truly jaw-dropping images in a way that digital just can’t replicate, film also has the special ability to turn candid moments into images that look like flashes of memories—kind of fuzzy around the edges, slightly grainy, bold in color, and bright with emotion.

In this blog, I will explain my process and philosophy for “getting ready” photos for couples who hire a documentary wedding photographer, and who therefore value intention, authenticity, and presence, and want these values reflected in their wedding photos.