celebrate yourself.
film photography. because you deserve it.
You did the work, you got the degree, and now you deserve to immortalize your accomplishments in style.
why film?
Bring texture, character, and spontaneity to your graduation portraits.
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Unlike digital photography, film relies on a finite resource. This method requires precise timing and a skilled eye because you have no second chances. A single roll of film equals approximately twenty-five pictures, each entirely unique.
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Your graduation is a once in a lifetime milestone. Fifty years from now, you’ll look at these pictures and reminisce about your college days. Film photography is the perfect medium for capturing the dreamlike quality of a distant memory.
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Unlike digital photography, film requires you to slow down and trust the process.
You won’t see your pictures until two weeks after your shoot. You can even choose to receive all of your raw, unedited film pictures delivered directly to your door.
french quarter feature.
Pose with classic New Orleans landmarks and remember this city forever.
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It’s not every day you graduate in New Orleans. Capture some of that French Quarter magic in front of the most iconic landmarks in the city.
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All French Quarter shoots include an additional 15 minutes to allow for logistical delays such as second lines, parades, and large crowds.
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French Quarter shoots require an additional investment due to permitting and production costs.
Weekdays: $95
Weekends: $125
Want to waive this fee? Choose our Advanced package to shoot anywhere, anytime for free!
the best of both worlds.
You don’t have to choose between film and digital mediums. Every shoot includes digital photographs alongside your beautiful film shots.
session pricing.
ready to make a memory?
Our film-forward packages are tailored for the graduation experience. Every session includes at least one roll of film and several digital shots. Work with our incredible photographer to capture your once-in-a-lifetime moment.
Basic
1 hour Campus, Audubon Park, Bayou, or City Park session
1 roll of 35mm film
1 Look
5 retouched photos of your choice (film and/or digital)
$375
Standard
1.5 hour Campus, Audubon Park, Bayou, or City Park session
1 roll of 35mm film
2 Looks
4×6 prints of all film pictures
10 retouched photos of your choice
$550
Advanced
2 hour session, any location
2 rolls of 35mm film
Unlimited Looks
4×6 prints of all film pictures
25 retouched photos of your choice
$975
it starts now.
Create memories that will last a lifetime.
FAQ.
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Each roll of film produces between 25-30 pictures.
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A look is a change of outfit and/or makeup.
Your cap and gown is NOT a separate look.
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You will receive your pictures approximately two weeks after your shoot. If you choose our Standard or Advanced packages, we will mail all of your film pictures as 4x6 prints directly to your door with a link to view your digital scans.
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Let us know in your inquiry form if you’d like an alternate location. We can also accommodate multiple locations upon request.
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Yes! We are happy to work with friend groups of all sizes. Please mention that you are interested in a group session when you fill out our inquiry form.
meet your photographer
Joanitah Nakiggwe (she/her/hers) has had a passion for photography since she first got her camera at age five. She has been professionally photographing since 2020 and she loves to shoot on film. Joanitah loves storytelling through any means necessary—photo, collage, painting, video, you name it!
Behind the camera, you will probably find Jo laughing a lot, snuggling with her cat, binging Desperate Housewives, or all three at once.