(Yes, even if you’re already hiring a photographer 👀)

Okay—so by now I’m guessing you’ve seen those dreamy, vintage-style wedding clips floating around and maybe thought, Wait… what is that magic? That, my friend, is Super 8 film. And if you’ve already fallen in love with it (honestly, how could you not), then the real question becomes:
Why should I book a Super 8 wedding film for my day—especially if I’m already hiring a photographer?

Let me tell you exactly why. There’s something about watching a Super 8 wedding film that makes your heart ache in the best way. The grain. The soft blur. The feeling that you’re witnessing a memory in motion—like a dream you don’t want to wake up from.

I could gush about it all day, but instead, let me walk you through what Super 8 is, how it works, and why adding it to your wedding day might just be the most romantic decision you make (besides the whole getting married part, of course).

The Storytelling Magic

Every time someone adds Super 8 to their wedding package, I quite literally do a happy dance behind the camera—because it means I get to tell your story in a way that feels totally different from photography.

Modern wedding photography is incredible—I mean, of course it is. It gives you beautiful, tangible moments frozen in time. The tear that caught in your partner’s lashes during your vows. The champagne spray. The quiet hand squeeze before you walk down the aisle. Photography preserves all of that with intention and emotion.

But Super 8 takes storytelling to a whole other level.

A Super 8 wedding film doesn’t just show what happened—it shows how it felt. The warmth. The movement. The way your dress danced in the wind or how your partner looked at you when they thought nobody was watching.

From still to motion—from memory to feeling

Imagine this:

Instead of a single image of your dad tearing up when he sees you in your wedding attire, you watch the moment unfold. The smile that breaks through, the hug that lingers. Or that walk down the aisle—not just a snapshot, but the whole journey toward each other, eyes locked, your song playing in the background.

Super 8 captures all those in-between moments. The light leaks. The shaky hands. The wind through your veil. It’s a little imperfect, but that’s the beauty—it feels like a memory already in motion. Like nostalgia wrapped in sunlight.

Pair that with your still photos, and it’s the best of both worlds. You’ll have a film to feel, and photos to frame.

So… What even is Super 8?

Super 8 is a vintage film format that dates back to the 1960s. It was originally used for home videos before digital cameras ever existed. Today, it’s making a nostalgic comeback in the wedding world—filmed on a real Super 8 camera with real Kodak film. It’s soft, grainy, emotional, and timeless. The cameras don’t record sound, which means your final film is set to music and storytelling elements that truly capture the vibe of your day. Think: handheld film camera, real Kodak film, no do-overs, no redos—just raw, imperfectly perfect moments captured in a way that digital never could. It’s emotional. It’s nostalgic. And it’s real.

How is Super 8 different from regular video or film?

Super 8 is true motion picture film, not just an editing filter or preset slapped on a digital video. The camera is manual and tactile. You hear the soft whirr as it runs. You have to send the film to be developed—yes, like in a lab. It’s tangible and timeless.

Where digital video is sharp and crisp, Super 8 is warm and grainy. It doesn’t record sound, but that’s part of the charm. Your final film is set to music, just like a memory montage—and it somehow always hits right in the feels.

What’s Super 8 film quality like?

It’s soft. Romantic. Dreamy in that cinematic, Wes Anderson-meets-wild-hearts kind of way. Super 8 is not HD, and that’s the point. It’s full of motion blur and film dust and light leaks. It feels like watching a vintage home movie of your love story—except you’re the main characters.

It’s not for everyone, but if you’re drawn to emotion over perfection, nostalgia over trends, and storytelling over highlight reels… then Super 8 might be for you.

How long does the film take to get back?

Because this is the real-deal film, the turnaround is a little longer than digital. I send it off to the lab to be developed, scanned, and digitized before I begin editing. Usually, your Super 8 wedding film will land in your inbox within 8-12 weeks, though I try to send a tiny sneak peek clip if I can 👀

Trust me—it’s worth the wait.

Do you edit the film like you edit our photos?

In a way, yes—but not quite. Super 8 doesn’t get “color corrected” the same way digital photos do. The beauty of it lies in its authenticity. I do a light edit to add music, piece together your story, and make sure the pacing feels cinematic and emotional. But I don’t try to make it look like anything it’s not. And here’s a little magic I can add: If you’re planning to write personal vows, you can request that I record them. I’ll capture your voices on audio—just the vows—and layer them over the final Super 8 edit. Recording your vows adds a deeply personal touch that gives your film even more heart. Think: vintage visuals with your real words anchoring every frame. Chills. Every time.

How do you choose music for our film?

Music is everything in Super 8—since there’s no recorded audio via the camera, the song becomes the emotional backbone of your film. While I don’t use popular, chart-topping tracks (because of licensing laws), I absolutely love hearing what artists or genres inspire you!

I choose your music from a licensing site I use regularly, where I purchase the rights to a song that fits the mood of your day—think indie, cinematic, acoustic, moody, or playful vibes. I’ll often ask you to share a playlist or a few songs you’d pick for a road trip together—anything that helps me get to the heart of your story.

And for an extra-special touch? My husband Tony is a musician, and he can write and record a custom song just for your film. One that’s yours and yours alone. It’s a wildly personal option that no one else will have—and it gives your wedding film a unique signature that’s totally one of a kind.

Investment + How To Book Super 8

You can add Super 8 coverage onto any wedding package I offer. Pricing starts at $800, which includes 1–2 rolls of film, the developing process, a 1–3 minute highlight edit, and a whole lot of magic.

Some couples choose to book Super 8 as a standalone film, others pair it with full photo coverage for a hybrid storytelling experience (which honestly makes my heart sing).

To add it to your wedding package or ask me all the vintage film questions, just reach out through my contact form—or shoot me a quick email if we’re already working together. I’m always happy to walk you through the options and help you decide if it’s the right fit for your day.

TL;DR?

If you’re dreaming of a wedding film that feels like something pulled out of a memory box, full of emotion and texture and warmth—Super 8 is calling your name.

Let’s make something nostalgic and wildly you.

xx
Marisa — Your favorite PNW wedding photographer / analog film fangirl

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