Super 8 wedding films

What is Super 8 Film?

Originally introduced in 1965 for home movies, Super 8 remains a cherished medium for its distinct, nostalgic character. Captured on individual three-minute rolls of film, it’s characterized by soft grain, organic light leaks, and a warm, nostalgic glow that digital cannot replicate. It honors the sincerity of the day, creating a moving heirloom that feels as enduring as an old family photograph.

Because Super 8 is a natively silent format, Kayla and Max focus entirely on the visual story, later pairing the footage with a thoughtfully curated musical score. This approach emphasizes the emotion of the day, creating a dreamy, cinematic heirloom that honors the atmosphere of the celebration through a purely visual lens.

Why you should consider a Super 8 videographer

In a world of overproduced and trend-focused wedding films, Kayla and Max believe there is something profoundly moving about the raw, honest texture of Super 8. It doesn’t aim for polished perfection; instead, it captures the soul and rhythm of a celebration exactly as it felt to live it.

The magic of Super 8 lies in its quiet, unobtrusive nature. Rather than a large film crew, it is just Max moving through the day as an observant presence—documenting moments as they naturally unfold. With no staged reactions or retakes, the experience feels less like a production and more like a close friend happened to bring a vintage camera to the wedding.

Super 8 services are available independently or as a thoughtful addition to a photography package. When her schedule allows, Kayla often joins as a second filmmaker to capture additional perspectives and those quiet in-between moments throughout the day

  • "Kayla and Max are INCREDIBLE. At first, we weren't even sure we wanted to do videography for our wedding. Every drone shot turned us off, the editing felt like it dragged, and the overly polished, "reality TV" look just wasn't our style - at all. Then we found Kayla and Max. Each shot was purposeful, the "candid-meets-classic" style was engaging, and the editing crisply told unique stories in each film that made us feel like we really knew each and every couple they worked with. They captured more than just images - they captured the feeling of the day, and they did it beautifully. We were supremely happy with how our final product turned out, but just as importantly we LOVED working with them day-of. They are both exceptionally kind and warm people, and it felt like having two extra guests. They blended in, captured beautiful moments that we never would've been able to remember without them, and we have received similar glowing feedback from all our family and friends. We can't recommend working with them strongly enough."

    — JESSICA & BEN

  • "Kayla and Max are absolutely AMAZING. To echo other reviews, we also booked them before our venue. After seeing their incredible work and connecting over a call, we knew they were the perfect fit for us. Aside from being insanely talented, they are a joy to work with. Throughout our wedding day and rehearsal, they had the most lovely, grounding, and supportive energy. They expertly guided us through photos, making us feel so comfortable and at ease. And we are absolutely THRILLED with the photos - we are going to cherish these for the rest of our lives. We cannot express our gratitude enough!!"

    — MAGGIE & MYLES

  • "I saw Kayla's photos online shortly after my husband and I got engaged and felt connected to her style immediately. At the time I didn't know what kind of wedding I wanted to have, but I really really hoped that I could hire her. Her work is undoubtably gorgeous, timeless, and captures the very unique magic of each wedding she shoots. After meeting with her a few times, I was 100% sure she would be our photographer. When my husband and I decided to elope, Kayla and her partner Max agreed to join us out in the desert for a teeny tiny wedding in a teeny tiny town. Our day was structured a little differently than a lot of the other weddings Kayla and Max capture, but they worked together like a well-oiled machine; they're true pros. Kayla's calm direction made us feel at ease in front of the camera and her masterful eye found perfect little vignettes that captured the entire vibe of our little event. Instead of feeling anxious, I spent the day having fun, feeling gorg, and By the end of the day, Max and Kayla felt like old friends. We received a preview of our photos a few weeks ago and they are a dream come true. I cannot wait to see the full gallery. I would hire (and hang out with) Kayla and Max again and again and again. I highly recommend Kayla Snell Photography."

    — DAYLE & LOCKE

  • "If you're debating hiring Kayla, just do it. She is not only a wonderful human to spend your wedding day/weekend with, but she will capture it so perfectly that you will immediately be transported back in time whenever you look at the photos. My husband and I got married in Greece last summer, and we were lucky enough to have Kayla and her partner Max join us for 3 days of bliss with our family and friends. She shot our rehearsal dinner, wedding day, and also the recovery boat cruise we did the day after, and all of the photos turned out incredible. So much so, that when putting together our album we had to select the max number of pages possible because we had such a hard time narrowing down our favorites! The dance floor candids are especially hilarious - she wasn't afraid to get in the thick of it. Kayla is professional, warm, funny, and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera (we're typically camera shy). On top of that, Max also shot our wedding day on Super 8 which has been really sweet to go back and watch. Kayla and Max are both beyond talented, make an amazing team, and are so fun to be around. By the end of your time together you'll wish you could grab drinks with them and just hang out. We love them and are forever grateful that they were part of such a special moment in our lives!!"

    — SARAH & JIMMY

  • "Kayla was literally the highlight of our weekend - we did photos and a Super8 package so her partner Max both traveled to our Lake Tahoe wedding and were unbelievable. The pre wedding meetings were so helpful and productive, I feel like they understood me and my husband so well, and when it came to the actual wedding she felt like a friend vs. a vendor. They were kind, funny and professional, with so many creative ideas and willing to go above and beyond. Everyone at the wedding and welcome party complimented how “invisible” they felt, while still being present to catch every single moment. The range they got from getting ready moments, to portraits, families candids, all the special parts, and the party - the whole gallery was so dynamic yet felt cohesive and gave us so many beautiful options I could not recommend them enough, they are truly the best of the best!!!"

    — HANNAH & JULES

  • "We had our wedding in Todos Santos Mexico where Kayla flew down to photograph our wedding weekend. We knew we wanted someone who could really capture the overall feeling of the wedding weekend in a natural, organic, candid and fun way. Kayla did just that. We could not be more impressed with the work she did. She was easy to plan with and receptive to all asks and direction even when we were vague. She got every shot we needed and pushed us gently in the right directions on certain items such as where to take some photos for the best results - she was right every time. The photos turned out far better than we could have ever expected and Kayla was an absolute joy to work with. Her work aside, she is one of the nicest, easiest people to get along with. By the end of the wedding weekend she felt more like a friend than someone brought in to take photos. I could not recommend Kayla enough. I would recommend her to my siblings, my best friends, anyone getting married that needs a photographer. The mix of film and digital photography makes for a perfect, timeless collection of photos that really capture the essence of the celebration. The way in which she delivers photos is also excellent. She is up front on timelines, sends the photos through in a hyper organized site that is simple to share with friends and family. Finally, do not miss out on Max who took the most special wedding video in the world for us on a Super 8. If you cannot tell, we loved working with Kayla and could not recommend her enough!!

    — MADDY & RICK

  • "Kayla was an absolute dream to work with. Her photos are beautiful, she's incredibly organized, and working with her was totally seamless. Her down-to-earth nature made us feel at ease, and allowed us to fully embrace our day. Her and her partner, Max, who shot Super8 film for us, are a dream team and felt like friends by the end of the weekend! Kayla shot our rehearsal dinner and wedding day and captured both days to perfection. We feel so lucky to have photos that perfectly encapsulated our wedding weekend to cherish for all the years to come. We are so grateful we were able to work with Kayla (and Max!) and would recommend her to all."

    — KELSEY & WILL

  • "Can't recommend Kayla enough! Not only did she capture our celebration more beautifully than we ever could have imagined, her skill, thoughtfulness, attention to detail, and warmth made working with her an absolute pleasure. We couldn't be happier with how our Engagement, Wedding pictures, and Super8 video came out! She did an amazing job capturing the subtle moments of the day which we will treasure forever!"

    — OLIVIA & SETH

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