Vintage Wedding Photo in NYC – Arrakis Films

Vintage Wedding Films & Photography

Medium-format film photography for New York weddings, shot on a Hasselblad 503 by two filmmakers

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Black and white photograph of a wedding ceremony with a bride and groom kissing under a floral arch, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen.
A black-and-white photo of a bride and groom outdoors, with the bride holding a bouquet of flowers. The groom is wearing a tuxedo with a bow tie, and the bride is wearing a strapless wedding gown.

For us, vintage wedding photography means real film. We shoot medium format on a Hasselblad 503, a camera that has been a fashion and portrait standard for decades, and we use it alongside our digital Sony A7R5. Film gives depth and fine grain, in deep color or rich black and white, and the occasional light leak becomes part of the picture.

We came to weddings from the film industry, so analog is close to us. It is the same reason we shoot Super 8 wedding films on the video side.

What vintage wedding photography means for us

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A wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride and groom standing under a floral arch, with the officiant reading from a book, and groomsmen watching on in the background.
A black-and-white photograph of a wedding ceremony showing a bride and groom standing close and touching foreheads underneath a decorative metal wedding arch, with a man in a suit holding a box and two women with bouquets in the background.

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  • Seda + Jeffrey 01.25.2025 SandCastle

    Absolutely incredible! Our wedding videographers went above and beyond to capture not just the moments, but the emotions, energy, and pure joy of our special day. They truly understood our personalities and seamlessly wove them into the video, making it feel so personal and authentic. Every smile, every happy tear, and every heartfelt embrace was beautifully documented. They also perfectly captured the vibe of our guests, making the entire film feel like we were reliving the day all over again. We couldn’t be happier with the final result—it’s a masterpiece we will cherish forever! Highly recommend!

  • Nicole+ Yichen 10.18.2024 Oheka Castle

    Andrew and Roma we are completely blown away by the incredible talent and professionalism of the Arrakis team! From the moment we watched our wedding video, we were in tears—every little moment was captured so beautifully and authentically. We watched it three times in a row and couldn’t stop crying from joy and excitement. The footage is elegant, heartfelt, and simply amazing. Working with you felt so comfortable and natural, even during our most intimate moments. You’ve created something we’ll cherish forever. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Item

  • Stephanie + Mark 02.24.2025 NYC

    Hi Andrew and Roma, Thank you so much for capturing our beautiful day so perfectly. We’re in awe of how you captured the emotions, magic, and joy of our wedding in such a short clip. It’s elegant, heartfelt, and full of life—just like the day itself. We’re also so grateful to you for capturing not only the celebration but also the depth of our faith and love. Thank you again for your professionalism. You made us feel so comfortable working with you, especially sharing our most intimate and special moments.

  • JULIE + MATT 08.30.2024 Liberty Park NYC

    My husband and I want to express our immense gratitude to Andrew for the unforgettable filming of our wedding. From our first meeting, Andrew demonstrated incredible professionalism and attention to detail. He managed to capture all the important moments and convey the atmosphere of the celebration as if each frame was a small work of art.

  • KATE + ANDREW - SEATTLE EVENT CENTER

    Andrew is a true master of his craft! Our wedding day was simply magical, and thanks to Andrew, we have beautiful memories in the form of an incredible video. He managed to capture all the most important and touching moments, not missing a single detail.

  • JERRY + GEORGE - 07.07.2024 THE Loft 39 NYC

    We are thrilled that we chose Andrew to film our wedding. His professionalism and creative approach exceeded all our expectations. The video turned out to be incredibly beautiful and emotional, and every time we watch it, we are immersed in the atmosphere of our wedding day.

About Us

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At Arrakis Films, we craft emotionally resonant wedding photos that reflect the beauty and authenticity of your celebration. Led by Andrew — a contentmaker with over a decade of storytelling experience — our team approaches each wedding with artistic sensitivity and technical precision. With a foundation in cinema and a passion for detail, we capture more than just moments — we capture the feeling. Our mission is to deliver a film that becomes a treasured part of your personal history.

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Wedding Video Package - Whispered Vows
Wedding Video Package - Whispered Vows
$3,500.00

1 Videographer

Up to 6 hours of coverage

4-5 minute cinematic

1 minute trailer

Professional audio recording

Cinematic color grading

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Wedding Photo & Video Package - Golden Hour Moments Wedding Photo & Video Package - Golden Hour Moments
Wedding Photo & Video Package - Golden Hour Moments
$6,800.00

Package includes:

1 photographer and 1 videographer

Up to 6 hours of coverage

4-5 minute cinematic highlight film

1 minute teaser trailer

Professional audio recording

Cinematic color grading

200+ beautifully edited high-resolution photos

Private online gallery to share with friends and family (available for 1 year)

Unlimited high-resolution downloads of all images

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Elopement Photo & Video Package - Vows in the Wind Elopement Photo & Video Package - Vows in the Wind
Elopement Photo & Video Package - Vows in the Wind
$3,600.00

1 photographer and 1 videographer

Up to 4 hours of continuous coverage

150+ beautifully edited, high-resolution photographs

A 3–5 minute cinematic highlight film

1-2 minutes emotional trailer

Private online gallery available for one year

Unlimited downloads in full quality

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A happy bride and groom in wedding attire, holding hands outdoors with trees in the background, the bride holding a large bouquet of flowers and smiling at the groom.
A bride holding a bouquet of flowers walking outdoors on her wedding day, with guests in the background.
A bride holding a bouquet of flowers and smiling at a groom at an outdoor wedding ceremony.
Black and white photo of a bride in a wedding dress holding a bouquet, standing next to a groom in a tuxedo, both smiling outdoors with trees in the background.
A black-and-white photo of a bride and groom walking outdoors. The bride is holding a large bouquet of flowers and wearing a strapless dress. The groom is in a tuxedo with a bow tie and boutonniere. They are smiling, with blurry trees in the backgrou
A black and white photograph of a wedding ceremony with a couple kissing under an ornate outdoor arch. The groom wears a dark suit, and the bride wears a strapless wedding dress with a veil. A man holding a book stands nearby, and two women in dresse
A black and white photo of a bride and groom kissing during their wedding ceremony outdoors, with floral decorations and guests in the background.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors under trees, with the bride and groom standing facing each other, the officiant reading from a book, and guests seated observing.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride and groom facing each other, surrounded by bridesmaids and officiant under a large tree, in black and white.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors under a large tree, with a bride and groom holding hands in front of an officiant, surrounded by bridesmaids and floral decorations.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony with a bride and groom holding hands, an officiant reading, and an ornate floral arch in the background.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors under a decorated arch with flowers. The bride and groom face each other, holding hands, with the officiant reading from a book, while bridesmaids and groomsmen stand nearby.
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A black-and-white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors under a tree. The bride, holding a book, is facing the groom, who has his back to the camera. Four bridesmaids stand behind the bride, holding bouquets, with floral decorations nearby.
A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride, groom, officiant, and bridesmaids. The bride is wearing a long wedding gown with a veil, and the groom is dressed in a tuxedo. The officiant is reading from a book. The bridesmaids
A wedding ceremony outdoors under a tree, with a bride in a white dress and veil, and a groom in a suit, facing each other. An officiant is reading from a book, and two bridesmaids are in the background.
A wedding ceremony outdoors with a bride in a long veil and gown, a groom in a tuxedo, and an officiant reading from a book, surrounded by groomsmen and floral decorations.
A bride in a wedding dress holding a bouquet of flowers walking outdoors with a groom in a tuxedo, smiling and looking happy.

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Film wedding photography: common questions

Yes, if film is the language you want for your day. We usually recommend pairing it with digital: film for portraits and key moments, digital for the low-light parts of the evening, so nothing is lost. Tell us early, and we will plan the whole day around the rolls.

Do you shoot entire weddings on film?

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A Hasselblad 503, a medium-format camera that shoots square frames on 120 film. Medium format gives more depth and smoother falloff between sharp and soft areas than 35mm, which suits portraits. For digital coverage we use a Sony A7R5.

What camera do you use for film?

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Film needs light. In a dim ballroom or after sunset we either bring our own lighting or switch to digital, so the evening is covered either way. Daylight portraits and the ceremony are where film works best, so we plan those parts of the day with the light in mind.

Can film handle a dark venue or an evening reception?

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When will we receive our film photos?

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Digital photos arrive within a month in a private online gallery. Film takes longer, because the rolls have to be developed and scanned first. We confirm the exact timeline in your proposal, so you know when to expect each part of the gallery.