Frequently Asked Questions
I make sure I try and blend in which includes wearing appropriate wedding clothing. Most of my clients tell me “I hardly noticed you there”. I am always aware and courteous of your guests and hate to get in their way.
I have huge respect for photographers and I understand that they are trying to get the best shots too. I work along side your photographer and let them do what they need to do. I am aware of where they are and what shots they are trying to get so if I am in the way I quickly move if I can.
Yes I do. I love to see different parts of our beautiful world. When I produce your quote I factor in those extra expenses that are incurred for traveling.
Boys
It can depend on what your photographer wants too but I think having the boys ready to jump in their suits or at least in their pants and shirts ready to get dressed on camera once I arrive.
Girls
With the girls it is ideal for the bride to still be casual that way I can still get shots of the dress and jewellery separately. But it is good for the bridesmaids/parents/others to be ready so they can help the bride put on her dress.
I can stay until the end of the formalities at the reception or until the end. It is up to you. Once all the formalities are over people can start to get messy and sometimes there isn’t much dance floor action to capture so it isn’t worth it. But some clients love to capture the leaving traditions and goodbye circle.
If in the event I can’t film your wedding depending on how much notice there is I will offer a full refund or get a replacement operator who I trust to replace or work along side me.
I do use multiple cameras I always have, specially during those moments like your ceremony, speeches and bridal dance. Having more than one camera means I can capture more memories of the day.
Yes. Even though I use multiple cameras it is usually just me there on the day. Some weddings do require a second camera operator because logistically it is impossible to capture everything. I will suggest this if I think it is needed.
Music is such an important part of the wedding video, but equally as important is to use songs you like and have meaning. That is why I get my couples to select the songs for their video. I often suggest where those songs should be placed though.
Once your wedding day happens I will download all your footage onto a secure hard drive and offsite back up. Once it is time to start the editing of your wedding I will go to work piecing it all together to create a beautiful video you will love. Once I have finished I will send you a preview copy for you to review and make small adjustments if needed (most clients don’t). Then I will finish it off and send you the copies.
I say to clients the turn around time after their wedding is 3 -4 months. I will often get it done before then but I never want to rush yours or another clients video if I get busy.
I will often spend about an hour at each preparation (sometimes a bit longer at the brides). I arrive 30mins before the ceremony starts to make sure everything is setup ready to record. The rest of the day is dictated by your photos and then reception.
I use Canon DSLR cameras to film your wedding day. I have a selection of lenses to choose from to capture the events of the day with clear full HD quality video.
Sound is a huge part of your wedding day and capturing it is just as important as the video. I use a variety of recorders and microphones to insure I capture it clearly. I put a microphone recorder on the groom so it picks up your vows. I will try and get a direct line from your celebrant/minister and band/DJ to capture those moments clearly. My attitude is to have as many audio sources as possible because you can’t capture those moments again.
Yes I do, otherwise I will be very hungry and I might pass out during your bridal dance 🙂