Artsy Israeli Wedding – September 14th, 2025
An Analog Love Story in Israel
I photographed the wedding of Nadav and Rachel entirely on analog film. From the start, this conscious choice reflected their personalities and their deep love for art. Although a digital photographer attended as a backup, I focused fully on film. Throughout the day, I worked with 35mm and medium format cameras. As a result, this approach allowed me to slow down, observe closely, and photograph with intention. Each frame, therefore, embraced imperfection, natural grain, and the timeless character of film.
Nadav works as a filmmaker and brings a strong eye for visual storytelling. Meanwhile, Rachel is a gifted painter whose creativity flows into everything she touches. From the very beginning, they wanted artistic, emotional, and authentic wedding photography. Rather than seeking polished perfection, they valued storytelling above all. In particular, honest and layered images mattered most to them. Because of this shared vision, they trusted analog photography and its beautiful unpredictability.
Documentary Film Photography with Soul
I feel deeply grateful they invited me to travel from Slovakia to Israel to document their wedding day. In addition, photographing their celebration in such a meaningful place added depth to the story. There, light, history, and emotion shaped the atmosphere. Throughout the day, I combined a documentary approach with fine art film aesthetics. At the same time, I focused on real moments as they unfolded naturally. I avoided staging or interference.
Ultimately, the final collection feels true to who Nadav and Rachel are. The photographs not only preserve genuine emotions, but also soft natural light and quiet in-between moments. At the same time, they capture joyful expressions shared with family and friends. When I look back, I feel deep satisfaction. Their wedding lives on through timeless, honest, and deeply personal photographs.
Below, you can see a curated selection captured entirely on analog film. I worked with the Canon EOS 300 using 35mm and 24mm lenses, the Canon AE-1, and the Yashica Mat 124G. I chose Kodak Gold, Kodak Portra, and Ilford films for their character, tonal depth, and timeless quality.
