BEHIND
the CREATIVE
I’m Colton. I shoot primarily on film, drawn to real moments, quiet details, and the edges others miss. From weddings to editorial and portrait work, my photographs focus on people as they are.
every moment
matters
MOOD & DIRECTION
stay tactile
grain matters
held in light
An instinct toward intimacy and atmosphere, gentle direction, emotional nuance, and imagery that feels graceful rather than constructed.
less perfection
light lingers
quiet contrast
SEEING COMES
BEFORE STYLE.
BEFORE DIRECTION.
I PHOTOGRAPH WHAT FEELS TRUE.
FILM PHOTOGRAPHY: MEDIUM FORMAT VS. 35MM
There’s something about film that digital can’t quite match it’s timeless, soulful, and beautifully imperfect. Two of the formats we love most are medium format (120) and 35mm, and each brings its own magic to the images we create.
Medium format (120) is slow and intentional. Because the negatives are larger, the images feel smoother, richer, and more dimensional. It’s about precision the quiet pause before the perfect shot and the result is a photograph that feels elevated and timeless.
35mm, on the other hand, is fast and flexible. It has a natural grain that gives photographs a raw, emotional quality. It’s perfect for telling the story as it unfolds capturing quick glances, bursts of laughter, and fleeting moments that feel real and alive.
When woven together, the two formats create a balance of elegance and honesty. Medium format slows us down; 35mm keeps us moving. Together, they capture not just a record of your day, but a story with texture, rhythm, and soul.
Featured
Work
GRACE + ANDREW
PRIVATE RESIDENCE
VEE + BILLY
UNIVERSITY CLUB | CHICAGO
AINO + JOE
UNION LEAGUE CLUB
KELLY + JACK
FOUR SEASONS
We book a limited number of shoots each year to ensure we create from a space of unlimited creativity. As such, we recommend inquiring early and often to reserve your date.
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