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The Benefits of Choosing 35mm Film and Digital Coverage | Film Wedding Photography in Missouri

  • Writer: Jessica Wagner
    Jessica Wagner
  • Jun 20
  • 2 min read


Bride in white dress and lace veil holds colorful bouquet of yellow and orange flowers. She stands in a lush green garden, smiling softly.

Why Film Photography Adds an Emotional Touch to Your Wedding



As a wedding photographer, I’ve spent years capturing love in motion—but something changed when I started weaving film into my work. It slowed me down. It changed how I saw light. And it gave my couples something they didn’t know they were missing: photos that feel like poetry.

Today, I offer hybrid coverage—digital and film—because together, they tell your story with both clarity and soul.

Why Film Photography Feels So Different

Film doesn’t just look different. It feels different.

The tones are richer. The light wraps softer. The colors are layered with nostalgia. And there’s a beautiful imperfection to it that digital simply can’t replicate.

Wedding party walking outdoors on grass. Bride in white holds bouquet, groom in black suit smiles. Bridesmaid in yellow, others in pastel.

When I shoot film, I’m not just documenting what’s happening—I’m creating something timeless. Every frame is intentional. Every image is a one-of-a-kind piece of art.

And when you mix that with the reliability of digital, you get the best of both worlds.

What Film Adds to Your Wedding Gallery

Here’s what film brings that digital can’t:

  • A dreamy, nostalgic aesthetic—like flipping through your grandmother’s wedding album, but modern and editorial

  • True-to-life skin tones and colors, especially in golden light

  • A sense of calm and presence on your wedding day—film forces us to slow down and savor

  • Surprise and joy—you won’t see your film images right away, but when they come in, they always feel like magic

Couple in formal attire sits on a red background. The woman in a white dress, the man whispers affectionately. Elegant and romantic mood.

Is Film Right for You?

Film is perfect if you:

✅ Want wedding photos that feel soft, romantic, and timeless✅ Love the look of editorial or heirloom photography✅ Want to slow down and truly savor the moment✅ Are drawn to analog textures, grain, and soft pastel tones✅ Value artistry over perfection

A couple embraces, smiling near a brick wall. The woman wears a white dress, and the man is in a suit. The mood is joyful and intimate.

A Few Quick FAQs:

Does it cost more? Film coverage is included as a complimentary add-on with all packages, meaning it's free! I'm still refining the hybrid approach, so I'm covering all film costs for a limited time. My prices will rise in 2026 to reflect the added value, so booking my wedding packages now, while it's still 2025, offers the best value!

Will we get fewer photos? Nope! You’ll still receive a full gallery with hundreds of digital images. Film is a bonus layer that enhances the story—not replaces it.

Can we do all film? Yes, but I recommend hybrid for the best balance of art + coverage. I’m happy to tailor this to your vision.

The Bottom Line

Film captures not just how your wedding looked, but how it felt.

If you want your wedding photos to feel like memories you’ve had forever, let’s talk about adding film. I reserve a limited number of hybrid weddings each year to keep the process intimate, intentional, and truly special.

👉 Let’s Chat About Adding Film Coverage To Your Wedding! Film wedding photography in Missouri

Bride in a white gown sits on a vintage chair, holding a bouquet of purple flowers. She gazes to the side, lit softly, with a calm expression.


Bride and groom embrace, smiling at each other. Bride holds bouquet of yellow and red flowers. Lush green outdoor setting.

Bouquet of pastel roses on a studded black leather couch with white fabric, softly lit, conveying an elegant, serene mood.


Pink flowers with green leaves in focus against a soft, blurred background. The scene is calm and natural, displaying vibrant colors.

Two people in suits reflected in a mirror, one adjusting the other's tie. A small sign with text is visible. The setting is a dimly lit room.

Bride and groom with bridesmaids in lavender dresses and groomsmen in suits, holding bouquets, walking on grass under trees, smiling.

Women in lavender dresses and one in white walk on a grassy field, surrounded by trees. The mood is joyful with natural light.

Bridesmaids in black dresses hold white and peach bouquets, standing beside a bride in a white gown. Brick background, cheerful mood.

Elegant table setting with white candles, pink and white flowers, and gold cutlery on a white cloth. Warm, romantic ambiance.


Bride and groom in formal attire clink champagne glasses, smiling. Outdoor setting with blurred greenery and flowers in the background.

A couple sits close, the man in a white suit whispers to the woman in a white gown. Red curtain background, intimate and elegant mood.


Red flowers, grapes, a pearl necklace, and an open book rest on a white table with candelabra. Bright and elegant setting.

Bride and groom pose against draped fabric backdrop. Bride in off-shoulder gown; groom in white jacket. Rustic wall with greenery. Black and white.

Elegant table setting with floral centerpiece, gold candlesticks, crystal glasses, and ornate plates on a cream tablecloth in a bright venue.

Close-up of a floral arrangement with pink roses, peach blossoms, white flowers, and green foliage. Soft, romantic mood.

Elegant table setting with a floral-patterned plate, gold utensils on pink napkins, and glasses. Mood is sophisticated and classic.

Bride in white gown kisses groom in dark suit on a wooden deck, surrounded by bare trees and geometric patterned wall. Romantic setting.

Elegantly set table with moss, candles, and golden goblets. Grapes in ornate bowl. Sophisticated, nature-inspired decor.

Elegant table setting with floral arrangements, gold cutlery, and white plates on a blue patterned cloth. Soft, romantic mood.

Bride and groom embrace in front of a floral backdrop. She wears a white gown, he a dark suit. Soft, romantic mood with pastel flowers.


Bride smiling in a white gown as a hand adjusts her veil. Soft lighting and reflections in a mirror set a joyful, serene mood.

Blonde makeup artist applies lipstick to seated woman in a salon with mirrors and soft lighting, creating a relaxed, professional atmosphere.

Elegant pearl-studded shoes with a lace garter rest on a wooden shelf, draped with a sheer, pearl-accented veil, evoking bridal charm.

Elegant ivory wedding dress with veil on a hanger. Draped over a bench, brown wood panel background, evokes a serene, romantic mood.

Man in a black tuxedo adjusts his cuffs in a wooden room, softly lit. The mood is calm and focused. Bow tie and pocket square visible.

Bride and groom hold hands at altar in a chapel with a large arched window. Floral arrangements flank them, creating a serene atmosphere.

Three women in black outfits play string instruments, including violins and a cello, in a bright room with music stands and wooden floor.

A woman in a white wedding dress stands on a bridge, wrapped in a fur stole. The background shows bare trees and a cloudy sky.

Couple in wedding attire poses by a window. Bride holds bouquet; groom leans with hand on wall. Elegant setting, soft lighting.

A bride in a white dress stands by a window, holding her bouquet of white and peach roses, looking serene inside a softly lit room.


Man in a black tuxedo adjusts his jacket in a warmly lit, wooden room. His expression is calm and focused.


Dimly lit table with tiered trays of pastries and cakes, candle glow, and blurred background; cozy and elegant atmosphere.

Bride in white with crochet bouquet smiles, surrounded by friends in outdoor setting. Sunlight filters through trees, creating a warm mood.

Bundt cake with icing under a glass dome on a wooden table, surrounded by colorful pastries on ornate stands in a cozy, lit setting.

Bridal party walking outdoors, smiling. Bride in white, others in colorful dresses and suits, holding flowers. Sunlit, wooded background.

Bride and groom smiling, walking arm in arm. Bride holds bouquet. Wedding party follows in field. Black and white photo, joyful mood.


A couple walks on a grassy field with sunlight streaming. The woman wears a white dress, the man a black suit. Trees line the background.

Wedding scene with a woman in a white dress holding flowers, surrounded by smiling people and children in formal attire, outdoors.

Bouquet of white roses in a vase against a blurred background. The setting is calm, with soft lighting highlighting the delicate petals.

Even for your engagement session!

A couple smiling at each other outdoors, the woman touches the man's shoulder, displaying an engagement ring. Soft lighting, trees in background.

A couple embracing and laughing outdoors, with soft afternoon light in the background. The scene captures a warm, joyful moment.

Couple holding hands and leaning in, smiling softly at sunset. Woman in white vest, man in dark shirt. Warm, intimate setting.

A couple in patterned shirts share a tender moment, foreheads touching, in a lush, sunlit forest, holding hands and smiling.

Two hands gently clasp, one with a diamond ring, in a sunlit forest. The mood is serene, with soft-focus greenery in the background.

A couple sits on a rock, smiling and hugging in a field by a calm river. The scene is warm, with golden grasses and bare trees.

Couple holding hands, gazing at each other while standing on a rocky field. Sun setting behind, creating a warm, serene atmosphere.

A couple embraces and smiles in a sunlit forest. The woman wears a white vest, the man a dark sweater. Trees dominate the serene background.

Two people wading in a rocky creek, surrounded by greenery. The woman wears a light dress, the man a patterned shirt. Calm and serene setting.

A couple holds hands, smiling near a waterfall. They're on rocky terrain, with trees in the background. The man wears a patterned shirt.

A smiling couple embraces in a wooded area. The woman wears a white dress, and the man a blue shirt. The scene is warm and intimate.

Close-up of a couple embracing. A woman’s hand, wearing a ring, is held by a man in a blue shirt. Warm and intimate outdoor setting.

A couple walks hand in hand on a grassy path, surrounded by bare trees. They smile at each other, creating a joyful, serene mood.

A couple walks hand in hand through a leaf-covered forest. The trees are bare, and the mood is serene. The man wears a blue shirt, the woman a white dress.

A couple shares a gentle kiss in a wooded area, surrounded by green leaves. They appear serene, with soft light filtering through branches.

A couple stands on a lakeside shore near trees, with a dock and cabin in the background. The mood is calm, with overcast skies.

Film wedding photography in Missouri

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