Summer 2024: Quarterly Favorites
A Note from Goldylight:
Sometimes there’s a single image from a wedding that captures the feel of the day so well you could deliver it by itself. A stroke of luck and analog magic. A perfect patch of light. An unplanned rush of movement. The kind of scan you get back from the lab that makes you say, “I did that??”.
We created the Quarterly Favorites issue as a testament to those images. Below are our favorites from 9 different artists and 9 different wedding days, photographed on a variety of cameras and stocks. We hope you love them as much as we do.
xx Ayla & Nellie
“My Holga is my pride & joy – shot on it for the first time in college and have owned several since. It’s just a magical little dream camera, though the most inexpensive, it’s soft and the vignette feels as if you are getting an even closer glimpse into what’s unfolding.
This shot just exudes joy! It also represents L&E’s personalities, as they are both carefree and giggly with one another, it just makes me happy looking at it.”
Image by Kaley From Kansas
www.kaleyfromkansas.com @kaleyfromkansas
Processed by Process One
“I love the transition of seasons, particularly spring to summer and summer to fall. I enjoy this image from the Holga because it’s a transition itself. My favorite part is the small peek of her bare foot. It’s so subtle, but I know it’s there and it makes me smile knowing it was a hot day welcoming in the summer. I’ll also always love the juxtaposition of luxury and laid-back in an image.
I love using the Holga for anything quirky, creative or in-between. I knew it would be pretty bright that day, so I chose to shoot Kodak Gold. It’s reliable and a (very slightly) cheaper option currently. I also don’t mind the warm tone for summer shots. Feel right.”
Image by Helaine
www.hellohelaine.com @hellohelaine
Processed by The Darkroom Lab
“Movement is always at the center of my work, this running shot is so special to me!
This was shot on my Canon EoS3 with a 35mm lens and on Portra 800. Like basically everyone else, Portra 800 remains a favorite.”
Image by Cambria Shelley
www.cambriashelleyphotography.com @cambriashelley
Processing by The Photo Lab
“Alyssa was absolutely radiant on her wedding day and this photo showed it so well. I shot this on a Holga against the sun with a direct flash. I’m glad the stars aligned to give us something refined and beautiful.
I almost always shoot color on Portra 800. On a wedding day, I have so much to think about so knowing that I can reach into my film bag and grab a roll with great latitude is a major plus. I’ve been enjoying direct flash more and more, and the Holga just felt right for the moment!”
Image by Noble Photo Co
www.noblephotoco.com @noblephotoco
Processing by Northeast Photographic
“What was supposed to be a 20-minute cruise around the bay ended up being an hour sunset ride allowing the couple to enter into complete relaxation before an evening of tearing up the dance floor.
With sunset quickly approaching, I didn’t know which camera or film stock I wanted to use more so I brought multiple cameras with me. The Mamiya 645 with Portra 160 ended up being the winner with its 80mm lens and vibrant golden sunset colors.”
Image by Kate Elaine Photo
www.kate-elaine.com @kateelainephoto
Processing by Lezot Camera and self scanned
“This has become one of my new favorite photos because it marks the first time in a while I embraced taking a risk with my photography. Traditionally, people recommend using flash on a Polaroid in low-light situations. This was a semi-dark hotel room, but we were near a window with a beautiful amount of light, so I opted to capture the scene exactly as it was. With Polaroids, there’s also delayed gratification because it takes 15-20 minutes to develop.
I used a Polaroid Now with I-type film.”
Image by Millie Elangbam Photography
“I wasn’t planning on taking a polaroid during their recessional until about halfway through their ceremony. The aisle was long enough, the lighting was beautiful, and I knew the polaroid would expose for them, not what was around them.
I photographed the end of their ceremony and recessional on medium format, then waited until they were almost at the end of the aisle to whip out my polaroid. It ended up being my favorite polaroid from their day! This was on my Polaroid OneStep with 600 film.”
Image by Ayla Rae Weddings
“I really enjoy taking POV or over-the-shoulder shots. They give the couple a more personal way to relive their wedding day, bringing back all the emotions and little details they might have missed in the whirlwind. I want them to feel the warmth and importance of having all their loved ones together celebrating with them.”
Image by Alex McCormick Photo
www.alexmcphoto.com @alexmccormick.photo
Processing by Ace Photo
“This shot of the side gardens with guests milling about was not planned. I actually ran to my car to grab some extra rolls of film for the cake cutting and toasts. When I walked back, I saw the gorgeous light and all the guests making use of the great conversation spaces. I wanted to capture what it FELT LIKE, seeing all these humans from different countries coming together and trying to converse. I really love sneaking around and getting people mid-conversation, because it looks HUMAN. This was Portra 400 on my Mamiya 645 Super.”
Image by Mel Tata Photography
www.meltatataphotography.com @melllltata
Processing by theFINDlab
