Stories behindthe frames
Read guides, real wedding stories, and creative photography reflections from our team.
Clara & Theo's Backyard Wedding
A rainy forecast turned into the softest golden light of the year. Read about how we captured this intimate backyard celebration in Lucknow on medium-format analog film.
When Clara first emailed us about her backyard celebration, she was worried about the monsoon season in Lucknow. But we reassured her that rain brings its own magic. The day began with heavy clouds, which eventually acted as a giant, soft diffuser. We opted for Kodak Portra 400 film to capture the warm skin tones and rich greens of her family's garden. As the ceremony began, the clouds parted just enough to let a soft golden glow drape over the couple. The result was a series of candid, raw, and unposed frames that felt less like a production and more like a family heirloom.
Why We Shoot Film for Ceremonies
The grain does something digital just can't fake in low light. We break down our choice of camera gear, film stocks, and how we expose film at night.
There's a distinct, tangible texture to film that digital sensors struggle to replicate. During wedding ceremonies, where lighting changes rapidly and emotions run high, shooting medium-format analog film forces us to slow down and wait for the absolute peak of the moment. We rely heavily on Leica M6 systems and Contax 645 bodies. Film grain handles shadow details and highlights gracefully, converting harsh highlights into soft, glowing tones. In low-light environments, rather than shooting clean but flat digital frames, we prefer the warm, textured atmosphere that only real silver halide crystals can produce.
Amara & Jules in Alibaug
Two hundred guests, one sudden coastal downpour, and zero regrets. Visual story documenting a weekend celebration on the shores of Alibaug.
Alibaug weddings are known for their coastal winds and expansive beaches, but Amara and Jules' day threw us a surprise with a sudden, unseasonal downpour mid-reception. Instead of running inside, the guests embraced the rain, dancing barefoot on the wet sand. We quickly pulled out our weather-sealed prime lenses alongside our film cameras. We captured the reflections of bistro lights in the puddles, the wet hair, and the genuine laughter of guests holding umbrellas. It was a beautiful reminder that the best wedding stories are never the ones that go perfectly to plan, but the ones where people choose to enjoy the moment anyway.