Claire McClean Photography

Why You Should Have Your Wedding Photos Captured on 35mm Film

As an alternative wedding photographer who loves to capture the most important day of your life on 35mm film, I have to ask: why settle for just disposable cameras?

Sure they may be convenient, but they can be an expensive decision if none of your guests get any good shots! 

Let’s be honest, your guests will probably just end up taking blurry photos of their drinks or drunk selfies. So put down those disposables and let me give you five reasons why you should have your wedding photos captured on 35mm film for fun, timeless and unique memories that you’ll cherish forever.

It is time to embrace the imperfection, add some excitement, and take your wedding photos to the next level.

Wedding Photos Captured on 35mm Film 

  • The Sweet Scent of Nostalgia
  • Up the Fun Factor
  • Embrace the Perfect Imperfection
  • Carefully Considered Shots
  • Say Goodbye to Mass-Produced Mementos

The Sweet Scent of Nostalgia

Ever caught a whiff of those old photo albums gathering dust in the loft? Or stumbled upon granny’s antique film camera? Quite a rush of nostalgia, isn’t it?

Well, wedding photos captured on 35mm film do just that – it catapults you back in time.

These timeless film photos are reminiscent of the good old days when patience was a virtue, and anticipation for developed photos was a joy, not an inconvenience. When each click of the camera captured not just moments, but also the essence of the era.

So, consider giving your wedding a vintage feel. Let the grainy texture and the warm hues of 35mm film drape your day in the sweet scent of nostalgia.

Who wouldn’t want their love story to feel like a classic romantic movie, ready to be replayed over and over?

Couples portraits captured on 35mm Film

Up the Fun Factor

Getting your wedding photos captured on 35mm film is as much fun as downing that fourth glass of champagne (minus the hangover).

Here’s the deal – there’s no sneaky peeks at the back of the camera or instant previews. You get to live in the moment. It’s like a lucky dip – waiting for the film to be developed and the photos to come back.

Trust me, the anticipation of the final result is a thrill like no other. It’s like opening a surprise gift, only better, because these are your wedding memories we are talking about.

So let loose and up the fun vibes with 35mm film photography!

A couple walking through the fields during their wedding photos captured on 35mm film

Embrace the Perfect Imperfection

Alright, let’s get one thing straight.

You might be thinking that those high-res digital photos are the bee’s knees – which, don’t get me wrong, I still love as a wedding photographer! But it’s a whole different medium altogether. Let’s face it, life ain’t perfect and neither are we. Sometimes it’s nice to capture that side of things too.

Every light leak, speck of dust, and even those wonderful ‘in-between’ moments are captured on film in all their glorious imperfection.

Walking to your reception and trying to keep your veil out of puddles? Chatting with your cousins you haven’t seen in years while keeping an eye out for the canapes? Yep, all captured.

Your wedding photos captured on 35mm film will have no fancy filters, no airbrushed wrinkles and no insta-perfect poses. Just raw, honest, lived-in moments.

This isn’t just about photographs. It’s about capturing life, with all its beautiful blemishes. And isn’t that a wonderful way to remember your wedding day?

Gorup wedding photos captured on 35mm film

Carefully Considered Shots

When it comes to film, you can’t just machine-gun the shutter button and hope to land that perfect shot.

Film is not cheap! Each frame is a golden opportunity, a precious commodity. And you know what? That’s part of the magic. Wedding photos captured on 35mm film, every shot is a well-considered decision, a mindful act of capturing a moment.

It’s all about the thrill of perfectly aligning the elements and the satisfaction of hearing the click of the shutter. It’s a dance – the photographer, the couple, and the moment, all moving in sync. And that is the beauty of film photography.

It’s not about snapping a thousand shots and sifting through them later. It’s about thoughtfully composing a frame and capturing that one, special moment.

No second chances, no delete button – just the pure, unadulterated joy of taking that chance in a single take. 

Wedding detail and accessory wedding photos captured on 35mm film

Say Goodbye to Mass-Produced Mementos

Say goodbye to the era of disposable cameras at weddings and embrace the timeless beauty of 35mm film captured by a photographer – me!

While disposable cameras may seem like a cost-effective option, the reality is quite the opposite. Purchasing, developing, scanning, and printing the film from disposable cameras can quickly add up, and the results may disappoint.

Instead, invest in a photographer who can capture your day in 35mm film to ensure that your day is captured with style. Opting for my services guarantees a higher success rate in delivering fun, nostalgic images that will truly stand the test of time.

Your wedding day deserves to be immortalised in the timeless authentic tones of film, and I’m here to make that happen seamlessly and beautifully.

So, bin the disposables and say ‘I do’ to the charm of 35mm film!

Wedding cake and wedding flowers captured on 35mm film by wedding photographer

Ready to Capture Your Day on Film?

Now you know why you should have your wedding photos captured on 35mm film you can decide whether you want your memories captured in pure nostalgic joy.


As a wedding photographer based in Yorkshire, I would love to hear about the wedding day you are planning and discuss your photography! Get in touch.