Shooting film for the rest of my life
My cameras are tools, and my belt holds 10-15 of them at any given wedding to help me capture that ‘Nellie’ vibe.
I've got Polaroids and Holgas and medium format cameras and 35mm cameras. I've got manual cameras and cameras I can toss at guests so they can snap their own drunk candids on the dance floor.
I could go on, but I’ll leave it at that. My point? The way I use these film cameras to tell the story of the day is so precious to me. And I'm really proud of that.
I believe the act of shooting film is not a trend. It’s a tool.
I’m Nellie.
My approach
My intention is to give each couple photos that reflect exactly how sweet, special, and sacred their day was. And in order to do that, your day has to actually be sweet, special and sacred.
I’m so humbled to share that the couples who choose me are a great match to my approach. They trust me to dream up a timeline that allows for a slower, relaxed day with them at the center.
I prefer having conversations instead of shotgun consultations, and I’ll never pressure you to hire me. Your wedding day so much more than a sale. It’s a privilege.
The experience I have with my clients isn’t separated by my camera;
it’s connected through it.
—madison & jack
“You captured everything in such a precious way… your work is truly art and we are so lucky to be able to look back on this special day with photos that are true to us and created with so much care and talent….”
Wanna know more?
Since most of my work is destination based, I've only repeated a venue once!
I’ve traveled the world with my cameras. including switzerland, ireland, india,new zealand... and don’t plan on stopping.
My favorite thing to photograph outside of weddings? My daughter and my dog! Through rarely in the same frame.
This year you’ll find me in Nairobi, kenya and brisbane, australia
I've made some really incredible images…And I know my best is yet to come.
If my business was a store, it would be a booth in an antique mall selling one of a kind trinkets & treasures.
Education
Whether it’s 35mm, 120, Polaroids, Instant film, Super8, 8mm, 16mm…the list goes on! I've spent the last few years with a tunnel vision pursuit of all things film.
Scope out my educational offerings and pick the one that will make your film journey a little bit smoother!
Whether you're brand new to the film world or you've been here for a hot minute, I'd love to share a bit of my film magic with you!
For the film curious
- Start shooting film at weddings
- Start charging (and marketing!) for film
- Develop and scan your own film
- Know when to use what camera
- Prepare for the unknown (blank rolls, missing shots, etc.)
- Navigate film with your second shooter
These one-on-one meetings are customized to fit your needs as an artist, and we’ll discuss how to:
Film mentorships
book a session
Starting at $499
Includes:
- One pre-consult questionnaire
- One 60 min meeting in person or video
The Mini
film mentorship
"I didn't expect to feel as excited as I am to start my full-fledged journey into film as I am. I expected to feel very overwhelmed, however the way you taught it and the resources you provided made it so easy to retain information."
— Kellie B
When she reviewed my portfolio, I felt truly seen in my brand and what I wanted to create with future clients. Nellie’s mind is incredibly sharp and creative, and she manages to be kind
and supportive at the same time."
— Ayla RM
book a session
Starting at $949
Includes:
- One pre consult questionnaire
- Four hours of meeting time, split between two or four sessions
- In person or via video chat
- Your choice of a website audit or portfolio review
The Mentorship
film mentorship
book a session
Starting at $229
Includes:
- One pre audit questionnaire
- Portfolio review + full website audit
- Recorded feedback from me
Portfolio Audit
film mentorship
