A group of people who are part of a wedding party holding umbrellas on a rainy day in the redwoods. Shot on black and white 35mm film.

When Lo-fi Meets Fine Art

It’s easy to fall in love with film. The moody and cinematic quality makes every frame feel lived in. The art of shooting with film is a practice of letting go of control and the results are softer, stranger, and more alive than anything I could plan. You don’t always know what you’ll get, and that’s part of the joy.

A couple standing together, looking up with smiles, inside an aquarium tunnel with fish swimming above them.
A couple in wedding attire standing outdoors on a grassy hill, with a large hill covered in numerous satellite dishes in the background.
Underwater scene of coral reef with various fish swimming among the corals and rocks, illuminated by blue ocean light.
View of hanging lights and plants in a greenhouse or botanical garden.
A woman playing piano in an indoor space, seen through a glass or water with reflections and distortions.
The rainforest biome of California Academy of Sciences with lush green plants and trees, and a couple in formal attire holding hands on a balcony.
A queer Asian couple standing in white wedding dresses in a redwood forest embracing, shot on black and white film on a Holga camera.
A group of people at a wedding on the terrace of the Berkeley City Club, photographed on a Holga 120 with double exposure which mirror flips the image.
A black and white photo of a couple kissing in front of an ornate building with arched windows, surrounded by lush bushes and plants, with a pathway underneath. Photographed on black and white film using a Contax T2.
A bride and groom standing together in the center of an indoor swimming pool with arched windows behind them. They are holding hands, and the bride is wearing a wedding dress with a long train. The scene is reflected in the water, and the setting has
Black and white photo showing a bride dancing with light streaks, possibly indicating an electric or energetic scene. Photographed on a Holga 120.
A couple dressed in wedding attire, standing on a grassy area near the ocean, with cliffs and overcast sky in the background.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom holding hands and gazing at each other outdoors, surrounded by lush greenery.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors underneath a large tree with many branches. The bride and groom stand facing each other, holding hands, with a person officiating. Guests are seated and standing around them, watching the ceremon
Black and white photo of a happy bride and groom walking along a beach with rocky cliffs in the background, the bride holding a bouquet of flowers.
Close-up of a small plant growing in the grassy edge of a cliff with a rocky landscape and ocean in the background under a blue sky.
A black and white photo of a couple holding hands on a rocky beach, looking out at the ocean with large rocks and cliffs in the background.
Two people standing on a small hilltop overlooking the ocean with rocky cliffs, under a clear blue sky.
A group of people standing on a grassy hill during sunset, overlooking the ocean with a clear sky above.
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Street view of a building with a vertical sign reading 'Mister Jiu's.' and various storefront signs, including beauty and hair salons, with a sidewalk and hanging lanterns.
A man and woman walking down a busy Chinatown street adorned with red lanterns and colorful signage, with buildings on either side and cars parked along the street.
City street view through an open balcony door with buildings and street signs in the background.
A multiple exposure photo of a couple walking through Chinatown.
A bride and groom holding hands and gazing at each other in the hallway of the Moongate Lounge in San Francisco.
A black and white Holga photo of a dinner reception at Mister Jiu's with guests eating at a dining table with a chandelier hanging from the ceiling above them.
A crowded indoor bar with red and pink neon lighting, a large illuminated bar counter with bottles, and people socializing at the Moongate Lounge in Chinatown.
A busy street scene at dusk with buildings on both sides, red lanterns hanging across the street, and people walking on the sidewalk.
Nighttime scene of a city street with vehicles and buildings, illuminated by streetlights and neon signs, viewed from a balcony or elevated position.
Nighttime cityscape featuring a tall, illuminated skyscraper with multicolored lights.
Redwood forest shot on black and white film on a Contax T2
A queer Asian couple standing in white wedding dresses in a redwood forest surrounded by family during their wedding ceremony with two dogs watching, shot on black and white film on a Holga camera.
Black and white image showing reflections of people walking on a city sidewalk, with buildings and cars in the background.
A person in formal attire, possibly a suit, interacting with another person in a business or social setting. The environment appears to be indoors, likely at an event or reception.
Black and white photo of a historic building with people standing outside, some walking and some standing in groups, on a city street.
A landscape scene with hills or dunes and a clear sky, and three people walking along a rocky path.
A black and white photo of a couple standing in the ocean, holding hands and walking through the water near rocky cliffs.
A landscape scene at sunset with silhouettes of two people walking along a sandy beach, grassy dunes in the background, and the sky transitioning from light to dark.
A black and white photo of a man and a woman standing close together on a beach, with rocky cliffs in the background. The woman is wearing a floral dress with her eyes closed, while the man is in a suit, gently kissing her on the head. They are embra
A man and a woman in wedding attire holding hands and walking down the stairs in front of ornate metal gates and a stone building with detailed architectural features.
A double exposure photograph showing a person wearing a white dress with floral details, standing outdoors in daylight with a clear blue sky and some structures in the background.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors in a wooded area. The bride and groom stand facing each other under a canopy with floral arrangements, while the officiant conducts the ceremony. Guests sit and watch in the background.
Close-up of white, yellow, and purple flowers on greenery, with a pastel blue background.
A bride and groom dancing outdoors under tall trees at a wedding reception, with guests seated in the background.
A black and white photo of a group of people gathered outdoors among tall trees, possibly at a park or festival. Some people are wearing hats and engaged in conversation, with a variety of ages present.
People gathered outdoors at a social event, talking and holding drinks, with trees in the background.
Black and white photo of a mountain range with trees in the foreground and clouds in the sky.
Black and white photo of two women smiling outdoors. One woman, with dark hair, is wearing a light-colored top and a veil, indicating a bridal context. The other woman, with dark, curly hair, is smiling and appears to be the bride. They are standing
A couple kissing outdoors in a field during daylight, with a bouquet of flowers nearby.
A black and white photo of a couple sitting closely and smiling at each other at a dinner party, with many guests seated at a long decorated table in the background.
Black and white photo of a building with a triangular roof, trees, and a row of flowers in front.
A black and white photo of a large wave crashing onto the beach with two people standing on the grass, facing the ocean.
Black and white photo of a coastal landscape with a rocky hillside covered in trees, overlooking the ocean with the sky visible in the background.
A couple walking hand in hand across a grassy field at sunset.
A silhouette of a couple embracing and watching a sunset over a scenic landscape with water, hills, and trees.
A couple is standing close together outdoors during sunset or sunrise, with the ocean and a few trees in the background. They are facing each other with closed eyes, about to kiss or sharing an intimate moment.
A couple walking hand in hand through a hilly landscape with green grass and scattered trees during sunset.
A black and white photograph of a dense forest with tall trees and a small house with a sloped roof at the bottom center of the image.
A group of people walking with umbrellas in a forested outdoor area with trees and a small building with a shingled roof.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride in a wedding dress and veil, holding a bouquet of flowers, standing under an umbrella with groomsmen in suits standing nearby.
Black and white photo of a man and a woman at what appears to be a wedding or special occasion, walking outdoors among trees. The man is wearing a suit with a floral tie, and the woman is wearing a dress with a fur shawl and is holding a bouquet of f
A black and white photo of a couple on their wedding day, standing on a dirt path in a wooded area. The bride is in a long white wedding gown holding a bouquet, and the groom is in a dark suit. They are facing each other, near some trees and a large
A bride and groom holding hands outdoors in a wooded area, with the bride wearing a white dress and a fur stole, and the groom in a dark suit and floral tie.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom walking away from the camera along a paved path in a park with trees. The groom is wearing a dark suit, and the bride is in a white wedding dress with a veil.
A couple dressed in wedding attire are kissing in a lush outdoor setting filled with tall trees, ferns, and greenery.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom standing in front of a vintage truck on a street. The bride holds a bouquet and wears a long gown; the groom is in a suit. They are holding hands and looking at the camera.
People gather on the balcony of a large, multi-story house with string lights hanging, trees in the background, and a sign in front of the stairs.
Black-and-white photo of an outdoor restaurant or cafe with tables and chairs, some with wine glasses and flower arrangements, overlooking a grassy area with trees and houses in the background. A couple stands on the porch, talking, as string lights
A black and white photo of the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, California, visible in the distance beyond trees and a park with parked cars in the foreground.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom standing together indoors. The bride is wearing a strapless wedding gown and holding a bouquet of flowers, while the groom is dressed in a suit with a boutonniere. They are smiling and holding hands.
Interior of a grand building with tall Corinthian columns, ornate balustrades, and large windows. Two people are standing on a balcony, one man wearing a dark suit and woman in a light dress.
A smiling woman in a wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing close to a man in a tuxedo with a boutonniere, outside in an urban area with historical buildings and parked cars in the background.
A group of people gathered outdoors at dusk around fire pits with string lights overhead, on a grassy hill with buildings and trees in the background.
A black and white photo of a smiling bride and groom in wedding attire standing together in front of a wooden wall.
Group of people gathered around a fire pit at night, socializing and enjoying drinks at an outdoor event.