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It is a no-brainer that you will want a wedding photographer on your big day, but there still seems to be some ambiguity as to whether or not you should hire a videographer.
As luxury wedding videography professionals who have worked in the business for over a decade, we have heard all the reasons why people don't want to hire a wedding videographer. A majority of them come back and tell us that (a) they wish they had hired a videographer or b) they wish they had spent a little extra to hire a luxury videographer.
So what even is a luxury wedding videographer, you ask? Well, let's dive into it. We are not your average videographer who just puts a camera on a tripod, sets it up in one spot, and just lets it roll. Our team believes that every couple has a special love story that deserves to be captured. When you receive one of our films, we aspire to make you feel like the main character that you are! Here are four reasons why it's important to hire the best wedding videographers you can:
1. You'll want high-quality footage/audio to show your kids and grandkids one day.
One of the main regrets we've heard from people who opted for the less expensive route is that the resolution of the video and audio is subpar. After all of the time and energy you put into your wedding day, the last thing you'll want is to not be able to hear or see any of it. We pride ourselves on staying up to date on all the latest camera and audio equipment so that we can give you the best product. You'll be surprised by how much of a difference the right equipment makes. When you look back at your film years down the line, we want it to be as vivid and colorful as how you remember it.
Check out Natalie & Andy's short film to see what we're talking about.
2. Relive moments that you will 100% forget... time machine included.
The wedding day always goes by in the blink of an eye so you're bound to forget some things here and there. Your film, though, will be your eyes and ears. As the years go by, some of the memories will fade but it doesn't make them any less important. Your wedding film will help you to relive all those cherished little memories that might have slipped by. Whether it's a funny moment, some sentimental words, or anything in between, we've got you covered. As marriage is a union between two people, it is also a union between two families, cultures, heritages, and traditions.
For example, Lauren & Brent blended their two cultures on their wedding day to pay homage to both. They will both be able to look back at their day and reminisce on the way that both sides came together. How everyone was mesmerized by the lion dance, how Brent could not keep his eyes off of Lauren, or how truly welcoming the in-laws were of each other.
3. Documenting family history. Grandparents, Cousins, and friends who may not be with us down the road.
Your special day is also a time for you to take some extra footage of your loved ones. With everyone gathered together to celebrate you, it's a great opportunity to snag some happy moments with your family and friends. Unfortunately, we never know how much time we have left in life so it's so important to capture as many moments as possible. It may be hard to look back on but you'll be thankful that you have them. When your kids ask what grandma or grandpa was like, you can show them this film so they can see just how much love and pride they had for you. When you're feeling sad about that one person who isn't there anymore, you can look back and laugh, smile, and cry at all the moments you shared with them.
Take a look at Max & Mary's short film to see just how important it is.
4. Documenting how a feeling feels, not just how it looks.
Our goal is to capture not only what your special day looks like but what it feels like. Emotion is so much more than a look on a face, it's the choking on words while trying to get through your vows, the tone of voice used in the speeches, the little whispers of sweet nothings that our mics pick up in between shots or the rolling of the camera. You can see photos of people tearing up or choking on words but they don't capture the emotions behind those words or sounds. We love our photography brothers and sisters but there are just some things that photography alone can't capture. In our opinion, you need both. Photos to capture the stillness of moments and a film to capture the emotions and full movements of the day.
Victoria & Tony are perfect examples of this very concept. Through watching their film, you can feel the amount of love that was there more so than if you just looked at their photos. You can hear her squeal of excitement as she approached Tony for their first look. Tony choking back tears as he read his vows or the love and compassion that Victoria's mom had for Tony when she gave her speech. Check out their short film to see the added value of filmmaking on your big day.
We hope that this gives you a better understanding of why videographers are crucial on your wedding day. For more short films, click on the link!