Weddings at Chateau Martinay Provence \ Captured on 35mm Kodak Portra Film

There is something timeless about Provence.

The scent of lavender carried on the warm summer air, endless rows of cypress trees leading towards an elegant château, and golden sunlight that seems to linger long after the day should have ended. It is a landscape that feels made for romance, and few venues embody that spirit more beautifully than Château Martinay, a historic 18th-century estate set within 35 hectares of private parkland in the heart of Provence.

For this destination wedding, every detail was intentionally crafted to embrace the relaxed elegance of the South of France. From the quiet moments of preparation inside the château’s light-filled rooms to an outdoor ceremony framed by towering cypress trees, the entire celebration felt effortlessly connected to its surroundings.

To preserve the atmosphere authentically, this wedding was photographed on 35mm Kodak Portra film.
Film photography has a way of rendering a wedding day that digital simply cannot replicate. The soft color palette, gentle grain, and remarkable ability to capture light create images that feel less like photographs and more like memories. Kodak Portra is particularly suited to Provence, where warm stone architecture, olive groves, pastel florals, and golden evening light blend together in subtle, romantic tones.

Throughout the day, Portra’s signature color rendition transformed every scene into something cinematic. The bride’s gown glowed softly against the château’s historic façade, while the Provençal landscape appeared rich yet understated. Skin tones remained natural and luminous, preserving the intimacy of each moment without distraction.



This Château Martinay wedding was a celebration of everything that makes Provence extraordinary: effortless beauty, understated luxury, and an appreciation for life’s most meaningful moments. Captured entirely on 35mm Kodak Portra film, the final gallery reflects not only how the day looked, but how it felt.