We often get asked, “How many video cameras should I have at my wedding”? The answer to that depends on a lot of factors; size of venue, number of guests, lighting conditions, budget, layout of ceremony, timeline, and distance between locations. One camera can only capture so many things at the same time. Also, if the Bride and Groom are getting ready at exactly the same time, only one camera can capture either the Bride or the Groom prep. Multiple cameras allow for ultimate flexibility and the ability to capture action/reaction shots. For example, if you have just one camera at the reception, it might only allow us to capture the speaker, not the people laughing at the jokes or crying at the emotional stories. Here is an example of what the vows could look like from three different camera angles: 1.) Center shot with the Minister, Bride, and Groom 2.) Tight shot of the Bride’s face 3.) Shot of the Groom’s face If you take away a camera, each angle will also be eliminated. Each wedding is unique, so it’s important to discuss with us your vision. We’d be happy to talk about different options that will showcase your special day.

You are hiring us as artists to create a cinematic wedding film that best represents your day. Music is very important to us…it moves a piece and helps tell a story. If you really want to have that Garth Brooks song from 1990 in your wedding film, but we don’t feel it fits the mood or feeling of your day, we’re not doing our job. However, we want your film to represent you…not us! We try to find music that is off the beaten path; music that can potentially withstand the test of time. All of the music we use is licensed through various licensing agencies. So, we can try to accommodate your musical requests. However, we prefer to have full creative control. Give us a test…check out some trailers on our blog and listen to some of the music we have found and used.

Included with whatever collection you choose is a 12-15 minute wedding film, and DVD extras (which usually include your vows in their entirety). We use other portions of your day; from the bridal prep to the guests arriving, cocktail hour, photo session, and dancing to create your trailer (if ordered) and wedding film. We don’t exclude moments we know you’ll want to see, but we do offer ALL the unedited raw footage on an external USB hard drive (Mac formatted) for an extra cost. Contact us for more details.

We usually include the vows and any other fun, short moments that won’t make the wedding film (bride/groom opening letters/gifts from each other in the morning, bride/groom thanking their wedding party before leaving for the venue,
flower girl sings Happy Birthday to someone, Bridesmaids/groomsmen break into song on the trolley, Dad sees his daughter for the first time in her wedding dress, Groom sees his bride for the first time on their wedding day before the ceremony, first look, etc. These parts will appear as a Video Extra (or bonus feature) in your online DVD menu. Please talk with us before your wedding about what you would like included as a DVD extra.