film v. “looks like film”
two males perform a unity ceremony during their reception at the Franklin Park Conservatory.
story time: half of my inquiries come through mentioning something about being excited for FILM…and similarly 50% of my responses go ….without response. it’s an interesting situation! The second part of this comes as a visit to our local camera shop, and dropping $100 on 5 rolls of fresh film to get me through a weekend! See where I’m going here? When I send out my pricing, my pricing reflects that shooting film comes with additional aspects lots of people don’t think about!
My point is only that shooting film isn’t just an editing style for me. It’s something I incorporate into every aspect of my wedding and portrait photography. One of the best compliments I’ve ever received is a potential client telling me, after viewing a full wedding gallery, that seeing film made her realize she never knew how much she wanted film to be a part of her wedding! If film is something you’ve thought about for a long time, or just now because you’re seeing and reading it: let’s do it! Let me help you understand how film can make your gallery and wedding day unique to you!
monday faves
a collection of first favorites from a Franklin Park Conservatory Palm House wedding in Spring 2025 by jessica love photography
I love sharing first favorites with couples early the next morning after their wedding. I know the pain of waiting on film - we snobbily only use film photographers for our family photos - so getting y’all something to view right away just is so rewarding (for you, and me!). Enjoy a few from this Palm House wedding, on Daylight Savings Sunday (waaah whhhhy do we do this to ourselves)!
I try to get a good mix of the entire day so you get a good feel for how your gallery will be! What do you think? Does a morning after gallery delivery sound like something that would feel good for your wedding photographer experience? Happy to chat if you think so! ;)
jorgensen farms march madness
rating photos to enter into an annual contest at jorgensen farms, a wedding venue in Ohio
It’s a yearly tradition to submit and follow along as Jorgensen Farms completes a fun and friendly contest to compare the best photos of the year! If you want to chime in on what photos (up to 3!) I should submit let me know!
planning for 2025 (and an engagement session at Jorgensen)
2025 couples should be about ready to book their wedding photography with local experts like Jessica Love Photography. I am looking to take on a few more clients for 2025, and I hope it’s you.
TLDR: I want to shoot your “off season” wedding, smaller wedding, or elopement…and in order to encourage you to do that, your pricing quote will reflect a heavy discount to book me up!
If you’re just here for the first time, welcome! I’m glad to have you - here’s a little about me in the shortest and SEO friendly blog post I can make about being a photographer in the greater Columbus area! I love LOVE my job. I’ve talked with lots of photographers who’ve started around the same time as me (14 years ago! wow!) that are feeling like they’re ready to transition out of weddings, but I’m here still quite excited about spending days with people starting their married lives together. A large portion of why I love what I do is that I schedule myself to not burn out. I - gasp - get ready for this…take most of the summer weekends OFFFFFF (!!) because more than loving being a photographer, I love being home with my kids during their summer breaks.
so I’m here to say to you: get in touch with me for your wedding photography…whether you’ve viewed my site and info and pricing, and even if you think your budget doesn’t match up. I get that what I do is a luxury, but also I aim to be as accessible to as many people as I can. If you’re getting married on a Sunday, in November, December, January, through March…you’re my people!! let’s do this and get you amazing photos, amazingly served, at a price that works for you!
film favorites - a quick an easy share
Some film favorites shot on Kodak Portra 400, Ektar 100, and Portra 160 on a Canon EOS v and Hasselblad film camera.
one of my favorite blog posts is “here’s a random bunch of favorites from life lately, consume and digest as you will!” And, here’s one of those!! Do you have a favorite of the bunch? Have you started summer shooting?
an early summer wedding at revery
Look at this blog for inspiration on how to have a rooftop wedding at Revery in the North 4th Corridor, the Smith Brothers building, in Columbus, Ohio. Jessica Love photography shoots digital and film photography in a natural and candid way that will make you love your wedding photos and experience!
Becca and Collin's wedding took place at a stunning rooftop venue in Columbus, Ohio. The picturesque skyline provided a breathtaking backdrop as they exchanged vows surrounded by their loved ones. From the elegant decor to the heartfelt speeches, every moment was filled with love and joy as Becca and Collin celebrated the beginning of their new life together. It was a day they would cherish forever.
When you choose to book my services for your special day, you can trust that I will create a comfortable and joyful atmosphere, ensuring that you can fully immerse yourself in the happiness of your wedding day.Your photos will be cherished heirlooms, passed down through generations, preserving the beauty and love of your special day for years to come. Capturing every moment with timeless elegance and authenticity, Jessica Love's photography ensures that your story will be told and retold with the same joy and emotion felt on that unforgettable day.
Hiring a wedding planner can significantly simplify your wedding day. From coordinating vendors to managing timelines, a planner can help alleviate stress and ensure that your special day runs smoothly. Trusting a professional to handle the details allows you to focus on enjoying your wedding day to the fullest. Loved collaborating with the talented team at Blush and Bowtie weddings to capture the beauty of this unforgettable day! Their attention to detail and creativity truly made the experience remarkable.