Hello, I'm Jesus.
I'm a father of three incredible kids, and my youngest often jokes that we're twins because we're so much alike. They are the greatest inspiration in my life.
My journey into photography began in 2009, the year my daughter was born. Like many new parents, I couldn't stop taking pictures of her. Day after day, I found myself chasing little moments that I never wanted to forget. What started as a way to preserve memories slowly became a passion, and eventually, the career I truly love.
Photography has changed over the years, and technology continues to evolve, but the heart of photography never changes. It's still about preserving real moments, genuine emotions, and the people we love most.
That's why I photograph every wedding with both digital and medium format film cameras. Digital allows me to capture every fleeting moment, while film adds something that's difficult to describe—a softness, a depth, and a timeless feeling that reminds us of the photographs our parents and grandparents treasured. Film has soul. It slows me down, encourages me to be intentional, and creates images that feel as meaningful decades from now as they do today.
When I'm not behind the camera, you'll usually find me enjoying good music, sharing a glass of wine with friends, traveling somewhere new, or searching for the perfect cup of coffee.
If you're looking for someone who believes your wedding deserves to be remembered not only for how it looked, but for how it felt, I'd be honored to tell your story.
Jesus Santos
Why BM Photography Film?
People often ask me why my name includes the word Film. Some assume it's because I create movies, but the meaning is much more personal.
Film has been part of my journey for many years. I photograph with both digital and analog cameras, including 35mm and medium format film, because each one tells a story in its own beautiful way.
There is something magical about film. Maybe it's the soft grain, the rich colors, or the timeless feeling it brings. Whether it's color or black and white, film has a way of preserving memories that feels honest, nostalgic, and deeply emotional. It reminds me that the most beautiful moments in life don't have to be perfect—they simply have to be real.
That philosophy follows me into every wedding I photograph. Even when I'm using my digital cameras, I slow down, look for genuine emotion, and wait for the moments that can't be planned—the quiet glance, the happy tears, the laughter that fills the room, and the embrace that says more than words ever could.
To me, photography has never been about taking pictures. It's about preserving the feeling of a moment so that years from now, you can look back and remember not just how your wedding looked, but exactly how it felt.
That's what Film means to me.
It's not just the medium I love.
It's the way I see your story.
Fine Art Film Photography
I’ve been shooting analog for almost 6 years now, and all I can say is: analog has truly changed my life and what I think about what it means produce photo imagery. My first deep contact with analog photography was during a engagement session back in 2014, and back then I would never imagine I would be shooting film today, in 2019
I love film for its color, dynamic range, grain and what it can do with natural light, there is still a time and place for digital. There are times when I prefer my digital files (especially in low light situations). But overall, film has made me more aware, has pushed me creatively, and has given me a new perspective in my life as a wedding photographer. I feel I am a better photographer for incorporating film into my workflow.
The difference is in the grain.
Why I Shoot Film
