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What is analogue film & why I use it to photograph weddings – Film Wedding Photographer
I am a film wedding photographer based in Edinburgh Scotland. I capture timeless and nostalgic wedding photography both in Scotland and worldwide.
WEDDING PLANNING: 5 Outdoor Wedding Venues Edinburgh
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WEDDING PLANNING: 5 ways to make your small wedding extra special With the current uncertainty around covid-19 still ongoing, a lot of couples just want to be married and are looking at downsizing their wedding . Small, intimate weddings are the perfect way to celebrate your day and the word “micro wedding’ has been being…
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Nostalgic bridal vibes #onfilm (35mm & 120)
It was an absolute dream capturing this editorial for @wildernessbride last month. I’m so obsessed with the timeless vintage style feel and the dreamy nostalgic feel to the photos.
Photographed at @away.industries and on location in Edinburgh.
DREAM TEAM
Dresses & styling: @wildernessbride
Photography: @loraineross (me)
Model: @ellieevansmod
Make up: @hvrbeauty
Flowers: @snapdragonedinburgh
Rebecca & Jordan #onfilm 🎞️
These beauts came from Canada to Scotland for their autumnal Scottish wedding ✨ I loved the beautiful vintage inspired touches to their day and the amazing decor at @marineandlawn in Troon.
Film stocks used: @flicfilminc aurora 800
@kodakprofessional_europe #portra800 & #portra400
#illfordhp5 (pushed to 800)
DREAM TEAM
Photographer: @loraineross (me)
Venue: @marineandlawn Troon
Dress: @maggiesotterodesigns
Flowers: @wilderbloomsuk
Hair: @meganlindsaybridalhair
Makeup: @amywrightmua
Annie & Gracey #onfilm 🎞️
Almost finished editing this beautiful photoshoot from last month. Swipe along to see that moment when I spied that the velvet chaise perfectly matched the flowers and took it outside 🔥✨💖📷👌🏻
DREAM TEAM
Photographer: @loraineross
Models: @annieandgracey
Concept & host: @velvet.and.linen.workshops
Venue: @howickhallgardens
Hair and make up: @clairealexandrahairandmakeup
Flowers: @mindenwoodfloraldesign
Dresses: @nuzialebridalboutique
Jewellery: @junijewellery
Cake: @ashley.thelittlecakery
Stationary: @notesinbloomuk
Tableweare hire: @peartreelanestyling
Furniture: @crosbyhire
Glassware: @madesimplyperfect
Dev & scan: @gulabiphoto
The magical autumn Scottish wedding of @nicolle_lynn & @bryendesjardin from last month #onfilm 🎞️ (35mm & medium format)
Oh-my-gosh I still can’t get over the beautiful autumnal colours and feel of the beautiful @maplehursthouse in the Scottish Borders. I used a mix of colour as well as black and white film to capture the timeless feeling of their day.
Thank you again for having me photograph your dream of a day.
DREAM TEAM
Photographer: @loraineross (me)
Venue: @maplehursthouse
Flowers @flowersbyforster
Cake @lauras_cake_company
Kathryn & Dave #onfilm 🎞️
The historical charm of the historical Royal Mile meets the stylish Leith Shore for a fun and laid back wedding ✨
Thank you for having me capture your day 📷
DREAM TEAM
Ceremony Venue: @citychambersevents
Reception Venue: @thegranaryleith
Dress: @withthisdressuk by @sophiatolli
Hair: Mamie at November Collective
Make up: @ellieb.makeupartistry
Flowers: @snapdragonedinburgh
Some editorial work from yesterday for @wildernessbride at @away.industries and on location in Edinburgh. I also shot 4 rolls of film so really looking forward to how all the scans come out.
Dresses & styling: @wildernessbride
Photography: @loraineross (me!)
Model: @ellieevansmod
Make up: @hvrbeauty
Flowers: @snapdragonedinburgh
Megan & Art.. the welcome party at @wedderliehouse all taken #onfilm 🎞️ (#portra400 & #portra800)
I absolutely loved photographing Megan & Art’s laid back wedding welcome party the evening before their wedding. Fun vibes with pizzas, Russian wedding games and a jam session. Obsessed!!
Having me there there to photograph your welcome party means:
✨ more candids and informal group shots of all your friends & family
✨ I can get to know everyone ahead of the wedding day so they feel more comfortable in front of the camera
✨ A chance to have and speeches or wedding traditions that aren’t part of your wedding day photographed
✨ some extra couple shots if you haven’t had an engagement shoot
I still have some availability for 2025 weddings with day before coverage included and to add to existing bookings. Please get in touch if this sounds like your vibe 🎉
Can we print from our analogue film scans?
Absolutely 100% YES!! I always deliver high resolution scans so you can print directly from the scans. I recommend having your photos printed on fine art paper.
I wanted to see how my film scans would look printed in an album and omg I am so in love. The images in this album were taken on a mix of 35mm & 120 medium format film. I went for a luxury matted style album with a minimalistic feel with a nostalgic vibe similar to my parents wedding album but with a more modern feel.
A matted album is when your photos have a “frame” similar to how you would hang your photos on the wall vs a lay flat album where your photos are printed flat onto the page with no frame.
If you are printing film photos, or a mix of film and digital I would recommend the matted style of album. They just feel like a work of art.
Can we still get traditional prints from the negatives?
Yes!! I can do darkroom prints for you and also have a lab that can print from your negatives. I would suggest having darkroom printed photos framed and put on your walls. Each photo is printed by hand using an enlarger, photo paper and photographic chemistry and is a unique work of art.
Let’s get those photos off our computer and phone screens and get them printed. Get in touch via email or DM if you would like a chat about albums or prints of your wedding photos.
How to blend film and digital on a wedding day to creating a cohesive wedding story.
For the last 18 months I’ve been blending film and digital in my photography work. When delivering wedding galleries, I separate the film and digital frames but I like them still to feel cohesive.
My digital edit style is different to how my film photos look and I’m totally okay with that. I always felt like digital edits to look like film never look at good of actual film. Why try to emulate it (although I always get comments about how much my b&w preset looks like film!).
Here’s a few things I think about when photographing a hybrid of film and digital on a wedding day:
– keeping my photography style consistent by using the same lenses, camera settings and shooting style
– using black & white film to tie the narrative of the story together
– thinking about colour and how it translates in different film stocks and digital edits. My digital edits are timeless and true to colour, I also make sure there is colour consistency to the film scans.
With @_with_wonderfords__ and Alan’s wedding, the flowers as well as the blend of black & white film tied together the photos perfectly.
When you print create a wedding album, my goal is for you to feel like you can blend together a range of shots ✨
DREAM TEAM
Photographer: @loraineross (me)
Venue: @thesignetlibrary
Videographer: @tlcmediaweddingfilms
Planner: @lavenderblue.weddings
Celebrant: Gillian Robertson
Florist: @snapdragonedinburgh
Dress: @jesuspeiroofficial via @thewhiteroom_mullingar
Reception dress: @nadinemerabibridal
Hair: @nataliemackenziebridal
Make up: @ciaramackenziemakeup
Ceremony music: Maria & Jason Acoustic Duo
Band: The North Rig
There are couples where I leave their wedding day and feel like we are more like they are friends than clients. Cindy & Neil are one of those couples, with their warm and friendly nature but brilliant sense of humour I’ve loved getting to know them both.
I had the honour of photographing their wee wedding at City Chambers last year just after they found out they were expecting baby Hamish. It was a joy to be back for their bigger day this year (as well as photographing their friends Helen & Bobbie last October!).
They chose the incredible @timberyard10 for their venue for the day. With a ceremony in the courtyard followed by a meal and reception in the main restaurant. Omg the food there is absolutely unreal!!!
Thank you again for having me you paid of legends ✨ I love you both!!
I can’t wait to see how all the film photos turn out as I’m so obsessed with the digital ones!!
“The preview photos are just fabulous, we love them so much!
It has been an absolute pleasure having you in both
our special days.”
DREAM TEAM
Photographer: @loraineross (me!)
Venue: @timberyard10
Dress: Alena Leena at @morgan_davies_bridal
Hair and makeup: @nicolajane_hair_makeup
Flowers: @snapdragonedinburgh
Videographer: @acinematiclife
The beautiful September weather we’ve had recently reminded me of this ethereal engagement shoot. It’s always an absolute honour photographing my friends in love.
@ivorylovelust & @bacchanalian.detritus just have the most amazing connection and love for each other. I loved this day exploring the magical Maspie Den as well as their dream of a wedding. I’m so buzzing for their next chapter in life as parents.
I have sooo many incredible weddings & shoots from the last few weeks to share. So blessed and grateful every day this is my job ✨
Romantic Victorian opulence wedding inspiration. All shot #onfilm (#35mm & #120 medium format). Film stocks used #expiredpro400h #kodakgold200 #portra400 & #portra800
Thank you to @rosiedavisonphotography & @rach_fraserphoto for arranging the most epic day on Monday ✨
DREAM TEAM
Models: @annieandgracey
Concept & host: @velvet.and.linen.workshops
Venue: @howickhallgardens
Hair and make up: @clairealexandrahairandmakeup
Flowers: @mindenwoodfloraldesign
Dress: @nuzialebridalboutique
Jewellery: @junijewellery
Cake: @ashley.thelittlecakery
Stationary: @notesinbloomuk
Tableweare hire: @peartreelanestyling
Furniture: @crosbyhire
Glassware: @madesimplyperfect
Dev & scan: @gulabiphoto
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