Cassie Arden
I'm a film photographer based in Los Angeles. My work lives at the intersection of editorial precision and analog warmth — every image I create is shot on film, developed in a darkroom, and delivered with the kind of intentionality that digital can't replicate.
I believe photography should feel like something. Not just look like something. Film forces me to slow down, to be present, to wait for the right moment instead of manufacturing it. That patience shows in every frame.
I work with brands, publications, couples, and creative directors who value authenticity over perfection — the real over the retouched.
Every project starts with a conversation. I want to understand not just what you need, but why. The brief matters, but so does the feeling you're after. From there, I choose the film stock, the light, the pace — everything serves the story.
I shoot primarily on medium format and 35mm, depending on the project. Portra for warmth. Ektar for saturation. Tri-X for grit. The medium is part of the message.
Commercial & Brand Photography
Campaign imagery, lookbooks, and product stories shot on film.
Editorial & Fashion
Magazine spreads, covers, and fashion narratives with analog texture.
Weddings & Celebrations
Intimate, unhurried coverage that feels like memory, not content.
Portraits & Personal Projects
Individual and creative portraiture with intentional composition.
Art Direction & Creative Consultation
Concept development, mood boarding, and visual strategy.
Let's Work Together
Tell me about your project and I'll be in touch within 48 hours.
Or email directly: hello@cassiearden.com