Chicago & Milwaukee

Wedding Photography and Super 8 Film Based in Chicago & Milwaukee

Focusing on the beautiful in-between moments. Working with a mix of film photography, digital photography, and super 8 film, we create stories that last a lifetime.

Documenting Your Love Story

Real Life on Reel Film

Weddings & Elopements

Emma and Sophia created Studio Z to capture the genuine, unscripted moments of your wedding day. We don’t believe you should have to spend hours on portraits or rush between multiple locations. Instead, we typically look for just 15–20 minutes at different points throughout the day to capture beautiful photos, while spending the rest of the time documenting candid moments with your friends and family.

Our approach favors prompts over stiff poses. Have our couples interact naturally with one another rather than staring at the camera. Whether you are laughing with your wedding party or celebrating with guests, those authentic moments make the best photos. We are skilled at guiding everyone into position and focusing on the details, so you will never feel lost when the camera is pointed at you.

Ultimately, we don’t want your wedding to feel like one big photoshoot. We want you to enjoy every second with your loved ones. The memories you create are what make your day beautiful, and those are the moments we are here to capture.

Wedding Photography Chicago
Wedding Photography Chicago

“Look for the moment between moments.”