Let’s Get This Out of the Way
I love my Sony A7IV. It’s fast, reliable, and makes me look like I know what I’m doing. Autofocus that could track a fly mid-backflip and enough dynamic range to rescue a photo taken inside a coal mine? Yes, please.
But here’s the thing: I still shoot film at weddings. On purpose. With actual film. Like it’s 1997 and Blockbuster is thriving.
Before you roll your eyes and picture me with a typewriter and a beard full of granola, hear me out. This isn’t about being trendy. It’s about delivering something real. Tangible. Valuable.
And yes, a bit nostalgic—but the kind that’s earned its keep.
Why Portra 400 Is My Ride-or-Die
Let’s talk about the film stock: Kodak Portra 400. Think of it as the Beyoncé of film—elegant, consistent, and never misses a beat.
Colours? Creamy but not sickly.
Skin tones? Dreamy, like a spa day for your face.
Highlights? Soft like a whisper.
It just works, especially in unpredictable wedding light. Bright sun, moody church, golden hour, disco-ball dancefloor—it rolls with it all and makes it look effortless.
But Isn’t Digital... Better?
Better? No. Easier? Absolutely. And that’s sort of the problem.
Digital encourages volume. Fire off 500 frames and hope for the best. Film makes you pause. Consider. Compose. You shoot with purpose—because when each frame costs actual money, you're not wasting one on someone blinking or mid-sneeze.
It’s not about being a purist. It’s about being present. Film keeps me in the moment—which means you get moments that matter.
Real Prints, Real Moments, Real Stuff
Here’s the thing: digital files float in the ether. Film exists in the real world. There’s a negative, a tangible original. You can hold it, frame it, archive it. It’s not going to disappear when your hard drive crashes or your iCloud subscription lapses.
Couples don’t just get ‘a look’—they get a legacy.
Why This Matters to You
Because when you book me, you’re not just getting someone to click a button. You’re getting someone who actually cares how your wedding feels—not just how it looks.
Film is slower, yes. But the results? They’re intentional. Emotional. Honest.
So yeah, I’ll shoot digital all day long—it’s fast, efficient, and brilliant. But when it comes to capturing the stuff that really counts—the warm chaos, the skin tones, the timeless feel—I reach for the Portra.
And I’m not stopping any time soon.
Ready to see your wedding through a timeless lens?
If you want wedding photos that don’t just look good now, but still feel special in 30 years, let’s chat. I’ll bring the cameras. You bring the love. Maybe a bit of sunshine, too.
