San Diego Wedding on 35mm Film

There’s just something timeless about film. The grain, the glow, the way it captures light as the sun dips behind the ocean—it feels like stepping into a love song. This La Jolla Cove Hotel wedding was no exception, and photographing it on 35mm film gave the entire day a dreamy, nostalgic quality that felt meant for this coastal California setting.

A California Coastal Backdrop

Nestled along the cliffs of La Jolla Cove, this venue offers panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and a front-row seat to San Diego’s golden sunsets. Between the swaying palm trees, sea breeze, and the soft pastel skies, it’s a wedding photographer’s dream. The ceremony and reception spaces flow effortlessly from oceanfront lawns to modern rooftop terraces, creating that balance of luxury and relaxed California charm.

The Dreamy Details

The wedding design leaned into quiet luxury vibes—elegant tablescapes with soft blue napkins, glowing candles, and simple white florals. Everything felt intentional yet effortless, perfectly complementing the natural beauty of the ocean view.

As the sun set, the evening shifted into a glowing celebration under the stars. The movement and blur of 35mm film brought the dinner party to life, capturing laughter, champagne toasts, and the golden glow of candlelight against the sea.

Bridal Party Style

The bridesmaids looked radiant in shades of pale blue and soft prints that mirrored the coastal tones of the day. Against the backdrop of La Jolla’s cliffs and palm trees, the bridal party’s style felt both chic and romantic—like stepping into a modern Nancy Meyers movie set along the California coast.

Why Film Wedding Photography?

While digital photography ensures every detail is preserved, film photography adds something extra—an organic softness and cinematic feel that can’t be replicated. It captures emotion in a raw, timeless way. Shooting this La Jolla Cove wedding on film allowed me to document not just the events of the day, but the feeling of it—like pressing pause on a memory you’ll never want to forget.

Planning a Wedding at La Jolla Cove Hotel

If you’re dreaming of a San Diego wedding with breathtaking ocean views, golden light, and the perfect mix of luxury and coastal charm, La Jolla Cove Hotel & Suites is an incredible choice. Pair it with film wedding photography, and your day will feel like it belongs on the big screen.

If you’re planning a wedding at La Jolla Cove Hotel or anywhere along the Southern California coast and want your day captured with the same timeless, cinematic style, I’d love to connect. ✨ You can reach me here to chat about your wedding photography!