Film Photo Sessions

$800 for 30 minutes
$1000 for 1 hour

For photo sessions in West Michigan, I offer a 30-minute session (includes 1 roll of film and 30+ photos delivered), or a 60-minute session (includes 2 rolls of film and 60+ photos delivered). You'll receive your photos as digital images through an online gallery. Currently booking couples, engagement, maternity, and intimate family sessions. Fill out my contact form for more details!

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32.7157 N, 117. 1611 W

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Film Wedding Photography

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Michigan Weddings

AVERAGE COST $8,500

Destination Weddings

AVERAGE COST $10,000

Includes all travel costs, 
WEDDING WEEKEND COVERAGE, SECOND SHOOTER, & MORE

includes engagement photos,
8 hours of wedding coverage,
second shooter, & more

Frequently Asked Questions

how would you describe your approach to photography?

My photography style is a mix of documentary and editorial. I capture candid moments by giving prompts, movements, and actions that get you interacting together and feeling comfortable in front of the camera.
I absolutely love taking my photos on 35mm film to capture the nostalgia and natural coloring that only film photography can do! Keep reading below to learn more about film.

Why do you use film photography?

After years of shooting both digital and film photos, I heard resounding feedback from my clients that the film pictures were their favorite images by far. So I listened! Film photos feel different than the digital photos we take on our phones and see on our screens all day every day. Film feels more special and real, more honest and timeless, and in my opinion, that’s how a wedding, engagement, or any photoshoot gallery should be! I want your photos to feel like a special moment in time, not just another pile of digital images. I like to think of it as quality over quantity, you may receive slightly fewer photos than you would with digital photography, but I promise the quality and emotional depth of film photos more than makes up for it.
If you like the look of film photography (see all the photos on my website & Instagram!), you value a more artistic approach, and you want your photos to not look and feel like everyone else’s... then I think we'd be a great fit! If you have any questions about how film works, just ask! I’m happy to explain more, and I promise you’ll become obsessed like I have.

How do we know if we'll like film photography?

If you've never had your photos taken on film before and you’re still unsure if film photography is for you, here’s a few things to consider… Do you generally prefer quality over quantity? Do you appreciate vintage clothes, antiquing, the character of older homes, the sounds of a vinyl record player? Do you believe that imperfections can be beautiful, that patina adds texture and charm? Do you enjoy watching old family videos and flipping through your grandparents photo albums? Do you love the feeling of deep nostalgia? Have you ever been told that you have an old soul? Do you want your wedding/photoshoot pictures to feel unique, one of a kind, different than all of the photos on your phone?
If so, then I pinky promise you will love film photography and we would be a great fit.
And all of the images on my website & social media were taken on film, so you can get a feel!

HOW Do We Get our photos back? (Will it be a stack of prints?)

I think there's a common misconception that taking film photos means you'll receive a stack of prints from Walgreens... not true! You'll receive them as digital images or jpegs just like you would any other photoshoot! Generally, you will receive your photos 3 weeks after your wedding or photoshoot via an online gallery. I send your film to a trusted lab to be developed then scanned as digital files and uploaded to an online gallery so that you will be able to download all of the images right to your devices, order prints and albums in whatever size/format you choose, and easily share the gallery link with family & friends.

When should we reach out to book our photo session/Wedding?

I typically book weddings no more than 12-15 months in advance, and photo sessions 1-2 month in advance. Feel free to reach out accordingly!

DO you travel for photoshoots / weddings, and do we have to pay travel fees?

I don't typically travel outside of Michigan for photo sessions, but I am available for destination weddings! I've photographed weddings across the U.S. in California, Arizona, Maine, Florida, Wyoming, and more. I've also captured international weddings! 
For destination weddings, I account for all of my travel expenses in the custom package pricing I send you. That means you just pay the package price, and I take care of all my travel bookings and expenses! Fill out my contact form for a custom quote based on your wedding location.

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