Yes, I realize this is a self serving article from Rock My Wedding about why you should hire a wedding videographer. I am posting it because it re-firms all the reasons we do what we do. I’m the first to admit that video is possibly the most misunderstood animal at a wedding, occupying the slot somewhere near the bottom of the vendor list between chocolate fountains and photo booths. When I first meet with a couple, it is not uncommon to be greeted with “We weren’t going to get a videographer, but my friend insisted it was important.” Or my favorite, “We weren’t going to get a videographer but we actually have a little money left over in our budget.” I don’t blame people for this. Weddings are expensive and most couples just don’t really understand the process or difference between photos and video services. And truthfully, video still suffers from the stereotypes in it’s past and the mediocre technology and craftsmanship that plagued it up into the late 2000’s.
Admittedly, a wedding video is not for everyone. Some couples want to keep things simple and that’s fine. But for those who want to re-experience the emotional impact and vivid memories of their day, only a wedding video offers the unique story telling abilities that comes from the combination of moving images, sound and music. It’s the reason we do it, the reason we drag all our ridiculous amounts of gear around a wedding and spend endless hours editing the perfect story. We believe that video has a unique ability to move people like nothing else. We hope you agree.
Some comments from the article:
“It all made sense and fell into place after seeing their wedding vids, they were exactly what we wanted (when you get ‘the one’ feeling you know!)
So we went for it…..Sure its expensive, sure its only a day…….. BUT That’s it! Its only a day!!! It will go by soooo quick, the more tings I can do to help me re-live that day the better!”
-Iola
“We’re able to experience the day from another perspective, to see Uncle Terry’s moves during our first dance, to see a joke being shared between the two sides of our family, to see all those smiling loving faces as they threw confetti but which we were oblivious to because we were sharing one of our first married kisses.
I also like to think of our wedding film and our photos as a legacy. How many of you have spent hours looking at your grandparent’s wedding photos, perhaps even your great-grandparent’s too and wondered what they were thinking, how they were feeling? I know I’ve often wanted to reach out to them to talk to their younger selves especially when so many of them have now gone. I guarantee that your own children and great-grandchildren will want to do the same – they’ll want to know who you are, what you were thinking on your big day, to watch you smile, to see the secret glances shared between you as a couple.”
– Lolly
Rachel and Bobby
5 Min. Wedding Highlights, WeddingsSometimes location is everything. For this wedding, we were lucky enough to film in some of San Diego’s coolest places. From the charming Park Manor Suites Hotel to the historic Arts and Craft style Marston House to the Prado at Balboa Park, every location not only flowed seamlessly with the next, they also provided some spectacular locations to film a beautifully San Diego wedding video. The only thing that rivaled the locations were the bride and groom. Rachel and Bobby are some of the nicest, most accomplished and most humble people we’ve worked with. Not only was this reflected in the marvelous speeches from their friends and family, but also just in the sheer palpable energy and enthusiasm of everyone involved in the day. We had a lot of fun filming this wedding and we wish these two amazing people all the best.
Jessica & Miles
5 Min. Wedding HighlightsWe always love filming at Twin Oaks Garden Estate and Miles and Jessica’s wedding was no exception: beautiful vows, beautiful people and lots of personality to boot. Literally every time we go back to Twin Oaks there is some kind of improvement, sometimes subtle, sometimes big. Having filmed there since 2006 or so, we’ve enjoyed watching it grow into the efficient, full service wedding venue it now is, yet still retaining all of the charms and character that make it so attractive. I have to say the venue really complimented Miles and Jessica’s wedding, which definitely shows in the wedding video. Working with True Photography was just a nice added bonus. We wish them more happy travels and lots of love! Congratulations guys!
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Diane & Jeremy
5 Min. Wedding HighlightsDiane and Jeremy had a fabulously well planned wedding at the Orange County Hilton. Not only were they fun, easy going and totally in love, they also allowed lots of time for photos and video which, not surprisingly, always makes for a better wedding video. Also we love filming weddings with lots of personalized moments and details. From the reception decor, table-scapes, gifts, and letters to one another, Diane and Jeremy truly made it “their” wedding. Congratulations guys!
Chelsea & Ivan
5 Min. Wedding Highlights, WeddingsChelsea and Ivan had an idyllic wedding at the La Costa Resort and Spa. I have to say it is one of the nicer places to have an outdoor wedding. Chelsea looked absolutely stunning in the dress she chose which complimented the entire wedding. And it could just be me, but I think Ivan could easily pass for a younger Daniel Craig if he grew his hair out just a bit. It’s always a pleasure filming with True Photography and this was no exception. Spencer from Mobile Music Plus kept the party movin and groovin. What a fabulous day. Congratulations Chelsea & Ivan!
Bride explains her regret about not getting a wedding video.
News, VariousYes, I realize this is a self serving article from Rock My Wedding about why you should hire a wedding videographer. I am posting it because it re-firms all the reasons we do what we do. I’m the first to admit that video is possibly the most misunderstood animal at a wedding, occupying the slot somewhere near the bottom of the vendor list between chocolate fountains and photo booths. When I first meet with a couple, it is not uncommon to be greeted with “We weren’t going to get a videographer, but my friend insisted it was important.” Or my favorite, “We weren’t going to get a videographer but we actually have a little money left over in our budget.” I don’t blame people for this. Weddings are expensive and most couples just don’t really understand the process or difference between photos and video services. And truthfully, video still suffers from the stereotypes in it’s past and the mediocre technology and craftsmanship that plagued it up into the late 2000’s.
Admittedly, a wedding video is not for everyone. Some couples want to keep things simple and that’s fine. But for those who want to re-experience the emotional impact and vivid memories of their day, only a wedding video offers the unique story telling abilities that comes from the combination of moving images, sound and music. It’s the reason we do it, the reason we drag all our ridiculous amounts of gear around a wedding and spend endless hours editing the perfect story. We believe that video has a unique ability to move people like nothing else. We hope you agree.
Some comments from the article:
“It all made sense and fell into place after seeing their wedding vids, they were exactly what we wanted (when you get ‘the one’ feeling you know!)
So we went for it…..Sure its expensive, sure its only a day…….. BUT That’s it! Its only a day!!! It will go by soooo quick, the more tings I can do to help me re-live that day the better!”
-Iola
“We’re able to experience the day from another perspective, to see Uncle Terry’s moves during our first dance, to see a joke being shared between the two sides of our family, to see all those smiling loving faces as they threw confetti but which we were oblivious to because we were sharing one of our first married kisses.
I also like to think of our wedding film and our photos as a legacy. How many of you have spent hours looking at your grandparent’s wedding photos, perhaps even your great-grandparent’s too and wondered what they were thinking, how they were feeling? I know I’ve often wanted to reach out to them to talk to their younger selves especially when so many of them have now gone. I guarantee that your own children and great-grandchildren will want to do the same – they’ll want to know who you are, what you were thinking on your big day, to watch you smile, to see the secret glances shared between you as a couple.”
– Lolly