Villa il Merlo Nero elegant analogue wedding on film

In the serene beauty of Villa Il Merlo Nero, nestled in the Tuscan hills, two young designers from Brooklyn celebrated their story with an intimate gathering of those closest to them. Their love for clean lines, thoughtful details, and timeless aesthetics extended naturally to the way their wedding was documented—on film.

As a photographer, I approach weddings with a documentary mindset, letting moments unfold organically and capturing them with care and precision. Working with medium format cameras like the Rolleiflex and 6×7, I embrace the deliberate pace of shooting on film. It’s not about taking countless photos—it’s about crafting each frame with purpose, allowing the day’s natural rhythm and emotion to guide my work.

At Villa Il Merlo Nero, the interplay of light, texture, and architecture became an integral part of their story. Using film, I focused on preserving these elements in their purest form. The grain, the softness, the depth—it all contributes to a visual narrative that feels honest and unrepeatable.

This approach isn’t about staging or interrupting; it’s about being present, observing, and distilling the essence of the day into tangible memories. For this couple, their wedding wasn’t just an event but a reflection of who they are—intentional, creative, and deeply connected to the beauty around them.

Through the lens of film, their day at Villa Il Merlo Nero becomes more than a collection of images—it’s a series of moments, rendered with the timeless quality that only analogue photography can achieve.