There are many times at weddings when I am asked how much film I use
while shooting. I sadly have to reply back that I don't shoot film (as
much as I wish I did) but that most photographers shoot digitally
nowadays. However, there has been a resurgence in film over the last 3
years or so (maybe even longer than that) and the film wedding
photographer is on the rise. :D I purchased a film camera back right
before we headed to Paris for our honeymoon. I honestly couldn't imagine
Paris being captured any other way. There is something about the grain,
about the finish of film that just radiates a different feel entirely to
an image. Some people experience this feeling and some don't. Rob just doesn't
understand what I get so giddy about, and that to me makes the feeling I get more
special. Not everyone is meant to shoot film. Not every event is meant
to be captured on film. To me, its a special occasion, a rarity, a
feeling that is incredibly difficult to explain (as I feel like I have
done a horrible job so far).
Now I am by NO means a
film photographer. I am a film "dabbler". I am currently having to almost
relearn how to shoot. One thing I can say, however, is that my regular
shooting has improved since I've been playing with film. I take my time
and focus on light, settings, composition, everything before I press the shutter.
I
would love to get to a point with film where I am able to go "hybrid"
meaning shooting digital and film for engagements and weddings, but I'll
stick to doing this for me at the moment. Here are just a few captures
that I took during the 2013 wedding season. :D I'm excited to work more
and learn more and develop (pun totally intended) this love and skill even
more!
Smiles,
Kayla F
