The changing styles of wedding videography - and what this means to your wedding films
Wedding Videography is constantly changing in style - what does this mean for you wedding films?
Weddings are always a special occasion and should always be recorded for you to re-live your big day forever.
Wedding videography is no longer the same as it used to be.
In today's world, more couples than ever are opting for a fresh, creative and unique style.
The aim is not to capture a single moment in time; wedding videographers are working to create something dynamic and extraordinary that reflects who you each are and your love for one another.
The days of static, two-hour-long films of your wedding day are gone (but often part of the reason that wedding couples chose not to have a wedding film).
As a trade, us wedding videographers have modernized our craft and we now create incredible films that capture all the emotion and beauty of your special day.
Modern wedding videography trends are resulting in unforgettable, shareable moments, captured in ways you never thought possible!
The Top 7 trends for beautiful wedding videography
Modern wedding videography is about telling a story, not just documenting an event. There are many new techniques and trends that wedding videographers are using to make sure that your special day is documented in the best possible way. Let's look at the best of the changing trends in wedding videography.
1. Drones to Capture the Stunning Venues Across Northern Ireland
Drones are becoming increasingly popular for wedding videography, allowing the videographer to capture shots from a bird's eye view of the landscape.
I love adding drone footage to my films.
The panning shots as they fly over the venue and surrounding landscapes enhance each wedding film's visuals and are a great way to remember the beauty of the landscape of your day.
When looking for your perfect venue, whether within Belfast or in the broader Northern Ireland landscape, it's worth considering how the area looks from the sky - and let’s face it, we have some of the most stunning coastal scenery in world. If you go for Ballygally Castle, Royal Hotel Portrush, or even a stop-off to Antrim Castle Gardens on your way to Leighinmore House - you’ll have the perfect scenery for drone shots. Fingers crossed the Northern Irish weather holds up!
2. Slow-motion videography
Slow motion is a popular trend in wedding videography, as it captures all the little moments you may miss.
As an editor, I get to slow down a romantic or powerful moment in time to draw the viewer into the video, all thanks to the technology in my camera and the way I’ve filmed the wedding.
Slower shots of the bride and groom walking down the aisle or slicing into their wedding cake, set to romantic music or audio from your big day, are an emotional work of art that yanks at your heartstrings and brings life to your wedding film.
I love creating beautiful wedding videography, and slow-mo video is one element of this. As a videographer I have to be careful - an edit can include too much slow motion and not properly pace a film.
A common mistake for new wedding videographers is to open each film with a series of slow motion clips - this can make the viewer bored from the outset and not draw the audience into the main body of the film.
Your wedding video should bring you a lifetime of happy recollections, even if your memories of precisely what was said during the speeches fade - it'll all be on camera!
3. Cinematic looks and styles
Wedding videographers are taking inspiration from the commercial world, creating cinematic looks and styles that use effects and techniques from Hollywood movies.
I’m one of few wedding videographers who purposely light their venues. This means that I can control the light and look of each wedding film.
Think of soft romantic lighting, slow pans and creative colour grading.
Cinematic style can capture the authentic emotions of the day in a truly unique way.
4. Storytelling
Modern wedding videos are all about storytelling; they don't just show you the day; they tell your story.
Videographers are now creating films that encompass all of your moments in one narrative arc.
In essence, the films we create form an emotional journey for the viewer, from start to finish, using all the best parts of your day in an easy-to-consume format.
When I am preparing to capture your day, full of candid moments, I ensure that my films are planned out carefully. This allows me to capture the details of your dress, the decorations on the tables at your Northern Ireland venue, the speeches, the first dance and everything else.
5. Social sharing
As you might expect, with shorter, easy-to-enjoy wedding videos comes the ability to share on social media.
I create films of each wedding that you can use on Instagram, Facebook, Vimeo and YouTube, which are fantastic ways to share the day's memories and show off your beautiful wedding video to friends and family worldwide.
While I create long-format videos of the day, the shorter highlight films are predominantly shared on Instagram, thanks to their ability to be quickly uploaded and the enjoyable pace of the wedding events. I’ll always try and tag your vendors from the day so that they can show off what they do for wedding couples and add the films to their own portfolios.
6. Audio overlays
The modern wedding video includes complimentary audio outside of the aesthetic sound of what happened on the day.
Voiceovers from the speeches, songs and music are all included in my films so that viewers can enjoy them more than just visually.
As your wedding videographer, I am always looking for ways to help tell your story better, and incorporating audio is a great way to do this.
7. Pre-ceremony and post-ceremony videos
Your wedding day doesn't just start when you walk down the aisle, so why should your wedding video?
My wedding films include preparation footage of both bride and groom getting ready for their big day. And after the ceremony, there is so much more to capture. I take time to film the confetti shot, the speeches and the evening reception right up to your first dance - this is all essential footage for creating a fantastic wedding video!
So when you're thinking about what type of wedding videography package you would like, make sure it includes these parts of your day too.
FAQs
How much does a videographer cost for a wedding in Northern Ireland?
The answer to this is - as much or as little as you want. There are, of course, newer videographers who like to compete on price and offer wedding videos for as little as £500. However, for a truly unique and professional piece of art, you should expect to pay around £1200-£2500 depending on the package and hours included in the day.
Do I get a copy of my wedding video after the ceremony?
Yes!
Every package I offer will include the finished edited video delivered on a personalised USB stick or through an online gallery. Please note that it can take 14 weeks, on average, for the video collection to be ready.
What is a highlight video?
A highlight video is usually a short film containing the most memorable moments of your day; it's very cinematic with lots of music and intimate footage.
It's a great way to show off the wedding day in an easily watchable format for your friends and family!
Why should I choose you as my Wedding Videographer?
Simply put, I'm the right guy for the job.
I’ve always been passionate about creating artful, stylish wedding videos, and I offer packages to suit all budgets.
Couples always say how hard I’ve worked on the day and how I’ve been a great part of their experience. They’re blown away when they watch their film, as are their families.
My style is vibrant, romantic and cinematic, focusing on telling your story from start to finish.
Thanks for reading!
For more information about my style of videography just check out my films here.
I cover weddings across Northern Ireland, Ireland and destination weddings across the globe. For more information just get in touch today. I look forward to hearing from you.
Thanks,
Adam White
Wedding Cinematographer
