In early 2024, Bri Bischof Photo began a new chapter — a deep dive into the world of analog photography.

As both a brand and an artist, I’ve always been inspired by the things of old, and my curiosity for film had been quietly growing for years. What started as a creative experiment quickly became something deeper. After a year of trial, error, and countless rolls of film, a rhythm began to take shape. I found myself bringing film to every session, surprising clients with a roll or two, and soaking in every second of this new process that felt like a deep breath.

Film has a way of slowing everything down — of asking you to see the moment rather than just look at what’s in front of you. It’s been a challenge to integrate something that demands both complete presence and a touch of luck in catching the right moment. But while the technical growth has been rewarding, the real magic has come from witnessing my clients’ reactions. Every single client who’s received film images lights up describing the warmth, nostalgia, and that unmistakable “Christmas morning” feeling that film carries.

Even after a year of shooting film full-time, that feeling has never faded. Every scan from the lab still brings the same rush — a reminder of why this art matters. Film found its way to me during a creatively dark season, and in doing so, it brought joy and purpose back to my work. It reminded me that connection is the heartbeat of art and reshaped the way I approach both my craft and my clients.

As of early 2026, Bri Bischof Photo will officially be a full hybrid studio, with film photography no longer offered as an add-on but as a core element of every wedding, session, and commercial collection. This isn’t just an aesthetic choice; it’s an act of preservation — honoring both the art of photography and the beauty of human connection. It’s a way of seeing life as it unfolds: perfectly imperfect, deeply emotional, and completely real.

I believe any good and true piece of art is born out of connection. This is mine.

To learn more about the heart behind this work, read my “why” here.