International editorial & documentary 35mm film maker, for modern, romantic couples.

As an experienced London-based 35mm film wedding photographer,
I deliver images that are clean with a fine grain for a high-end finish.

Nostalgia-infused
editorially refined

My approach to film

Film is a deeply personal medium, each frame is intentional, revealing not just the moment, but the way the artist sees the world. With only 36 exposures per roll, every shot counts, demanding presence and precision.

Film is also an investment; it’s expensive to buy, and developing it adds another layer of care and cost.

I use premium stocks that deliver fine grain and carefully expose each frame to avoid muddy shadows or underexposure, aiming instead for a high-end, clean and polished finish that feels timeless. What sets film apart is its unmistakable colour palette, rich yet soft, with a subtle glow that digital rarely replicates. There’s a quiet depth in film, a romantic elegance that perfectly complements the story of a wedding day.

I would have paid you 1000x over for this photo alone, the people in this photo made me who I am and you captured the moment they registered how deep my love runs for Ryan.
I simply will never have the
words to thank you for this.

Virginia & Ryan

International editorial & documentary 35mm film maker, for modern, romantic couples.
As an experienced London-based 35mm film wedding photographer, I deliver images that are clean with a fine grain for a high-end finish.

EMMA! We are absolutely over the moon! You captured the day so beautifully and having these photos lets us relive the best day over and over. We had the best time working with you! and we are so happy it was you next to us on the big day. These photos are above and beyond!!!!!!!! Love you!

EMMA! We are absolutely over the moon! You captured the day so beautifully and having these photos lets us relive the best day over and over. We had the best time working with you! and we are so happy it was you next to us on the big day. These photos are above and beyond!!!!!!!! Love you!

Anna & Sawyer

Nostalgia-infused editorially refined

Anna & Sawyer

Film is a deeply personal medium, each frame is intentional, revealing not just the moment,
but the way the artist sees the world. With only 36 exposures per roll, every shot counts, demanding presence and precision. 

Film is also an investment; it’s expensive to buy, and developing it adds another layer of care and cost.
I use premium stocks that deliver fine grain and carefully expose each frame to avoid muddy shadows or underexposure, aiming instead for a high-end, clean and polished finish that feels timeless. What sets film apart is its unmistakable colour palette, rich yet soft, with a subtle glow that digital rarely replicates. There’s a quiet depth in film, a romantic elegance that perfectly complements the story of a wedding day.

My approach to film

Why film? Whats the difference?

Why is your film borderless?

Why does your film look clean? 

Film and digital photography each bring something unique to your wedding day, but film offers a timeless, romantic quality and glow that digital simply can’t replicate. With its soft tones, natural colors, and dreamy depth, film creates images that feel like fine art - elegant, emotional, and effortlessly beautiful. Unlike digital, which is fast and highly editable, film requires a slower, more intentional approach, meaning your photographer is carefully composing each frame rather than snapping dozens at once. This results in thoughtful, heirloom-quality photos that will age gracefully and never go out of style. If you love the idea of your wedding being captured in a way that feels both raw, artistic and nostalgic, incorporating film into your photography is a  meaningful choice.

Not all film is created equal, and the difference often comes down to the photographer’s experience, technique, and equipment. My film work has a clean, refined, and high-end look because I use professional-grade film stocks, precisely meter light, and work with top-tier film labs that carefully process and scan each image for soft, elegant tones. I also shoot with high-end lenses, not point-and-shoot film cameras, which are more casual and often give a flatter, less polished result. Those simpler cameras are widely accessible and can make film feel trendy or cheap, whereas my gear allows for sharp detail, beautiful depth, and that signature fine art aesthetic. Film is a beautiful and timeless medium, but it takes real knowledge and craftsmanship to make it look luxurious and that’s exactly what I aim to bring to every wedding I capture.

My 35mm film images don’t have the traditional black film borders around them because I work with high-end professional labs that use advanced drum and Noritsu scanners, which are designed to deliver the cleanest, sharpest scans without including the film borders. These scanners focus on preserving the image quality and color integrity, rather than scanning the entire negative frame like some flatbed scanners do. Some photographers include borders for a more "raw" or trendy look.  Noritsu is generally preferred for a clean, high-end, editorial look, while Frontier appeals to those who want a warmer, more nostalgic feel. Neither is objectively "better"—just different tools for different artistic visions.

Film and digital photography each bring something unique to your wedding day, but film offers a timeless, romantic quality and glow that digital simply can’t replicate. With its soft tones, natural colors, and dreamy depth, film creates images that feel like fine art - elegant, emotional, and effortlessly beautiful. Unlike digital, which is fast and highly editable, film requires a slower, more intentional approach, meaning your photographer is carefully composing each frame rather than snapping dozens at once. This results in thoughtful, heirloom-quality photos that will age gracefully and never go out of style. If you love the idea of your wedding being captured in a way that feels both raw, artistic and nostalgic, incorporating film into your photography is a meaningful choice.

Why film? Whats the difference?

Why does your film look clean? 

Not all film is created equal, and the difference often comes down to the photographer’s experience, technique, and equipment. My film work has a clean, refined, and high-end look because I use professional-grade film stocks, precisely meter light, and work with top-tier film labs that carefully process and scan each image for soft, elegant tones. I also shoot with high-end lenses, not point-and-shoot film cameras, which are more casual and often give a flatter, less polished result. Those simpler cameras are widely accessible and can make film feel trendy or cheap, whereas my gear allows for sharp detail, beautiful depth, and that signature fine art aesthetic. Film is a beautiful and timeless medium, but it takes real knowledge and craftsmanship to make it look luxurious and that’s exactly what I aim to bring to every wedding I capture.

Why is your film borderless?

My 35mm film images don’t have the traditional black film borders around them because I work with high-end professional labs that use advanced drum and Noritsu scanners, which are designed to deliver the cleanest, sharpest scans without including the film borders. These scanners focus on preserving the image quality and color integrity, rather than scanning the entire negative frame like some flatbed scanners do. Some photographers include borders for a more "raw" or trendy look. Noritsu is generally preferred for a clean, high-end, editorial look, while Frontier appeals to those who want a warmer, more nostalgic feel. Neither is objectively "better"—just different tools for different artistic visions.

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an old fashioned film!"

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"Luxury is the perfect blend of mastery, experience, service
and investment"

Emma Wilder is an editorial London and New York wedding photographer, capturing luxury weddings and elopements across the UK and worldwide. From multi-day celebrations to intimate elopements, she documents weddings in iconic destinations like Lake Como, New York City, and beyond.

Renowned as one of the best UK and London wedding photographers, Emma blends a relaxed and natural approach with timeless, true-to-life edits. With over 10 years of experience and 350+ weddings, she works seamlessly with both digital and film, crafting images that are elegant, emotive, and effortlessly editorial.

Emma tells the story of your wedding day exactly as you remember it, plus all the beautiful, fleeting moments you may have missed. From raw emotions to quiet connections and joyful laughter, she captures life’s most meaningful moments with an artful, nostalgic eye. More than just a record of how your wedding looked, Emma’s work preserves how it felt. Thoughtfully tailored to each client, her photography celebrates the beauty of the unplanned, infused with a vogue-worthy elegance that stands the test of time.

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"Luxury is the perfect blend of mastery, experience, service and investment"

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