Thinking that photography is just not enough when it comes to capturing those special moments from your wedding day? Many couples consider videography to be an indulgence and an added expense. After all, why pay someone to do a job, when you know Uncle Roger has a perfectly good camera and can do the job for you, all for a bottle of scotch! Of course, there is nothing wrong with this if Uncle Roger is prepared to participate in the evening from behind the camera. And you must also be prepared for less than professional sound and vision.
There’s nothing like being able to capture the day on film. Pictures speak a thousand words, and good photographers will no doubt bring those memories to life. But film unlike pictures is able to do more than that, with its sound and movement. Capturing your day in this way, is definitely worthwhile considering, whatever method you eventually choose and can budget for.
If you have decided to hire a professional film crew, your next step is to consider what style of videography you are looking for. Whatever you have decided to financially commit, you should choose a style which suits both your personalities. The last thing you want is for the crew to produce something which you think is tacky and not like you at all, which is really only going to collect dust in your garage.
So you will probably ask yourself, what are my choices? What am I looking for in a videographer? What can I expect to see in terms of film style and trends? We checked in with Fade In Weddings fadeinweddings.com.au to get some of their inspiring ideas for 09, and added a few of our own into the mix.
1. Don’t limit yourself to just the wedding day
If you are going to the trouble of hiring a film crew, why not think outside the square. Traditionally, videographers have focused on documenting each sequence of the wedding day. And although this in itself is great, why not think about telling a story not just about the day itself, but about how you met, where each of you grew up, filming in locations that are meaningful or special to you before and or after. This is not only a wonderful keepsake for you, but a really special memento to pass on to the next generation.
2. Save the date shoots
Brides of the 21st century know technology, and how to use it to their best advantage. With personalised websites becoming more common than not, one up and coming trend is to film your “Save the Date” message to send on to your family and friends, rather than on printed cards. A video reel of your message is a much more personalised touch, particularly if are living miles away from your friends and family.
3. HD is in
Keeping up with the times is expensive. Even if you don’t own a HD TV, there’s no reason not to consider using the technology. After all five years down the track when you have hopefully recovered from the financial stress of producing a wedding, you might actually get to own some HD technology!
4. The cinematic touch
Think dolly and aerial shots instead of a camera on a tripod. If you are looking for something more than just a documentary on your day, consider hiring a professional who can give your day the cinematic touch. Cinematic style of filming is basically to incorporate motion picture techniques to create what we would know as a really great movie. But remember, this is a combination of a good videographer and a good editor. Ask to see samples from videographers that you interview to make sure you aren’t left with a finished product that is just tacky tacky tacky!
5. Go Vintage
If you are looking for something that is truly unique and different, think Super 8. If you have ever watched the opening credits of the Wonder Years you will know exactly what we are talking about. Super 8 was a film format created and used back in the 60s. Add your favourite soundtrack to the picture, and the end result is anything but naff. It’s sweet, honest and very romantic. In fact, we love it. Perfect for those wanting moving memories, without going OTT. We love this example:
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