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A video of your wedding day will allow you, your family, and friends,
to relive one of your most treasured memories for generations to come.
The people who mean so much to you, the music, the voices, the emotions,
they all come alive again and again on Video and DVD. These memories are
priceless. Who do you trust to capture them?
The following subjects on Wedding Videos and Videographers are provided
by Trimedia Productions to assist you when choosing a Wedding Video
videographer.
What is most important when choosing a Videographer?
Choosing a Videographer can be summed up in one self explanatory
word: EXPERIENCE. Many people in the videography business get started in
video production by doing weddings. Do you want to trust your “once in a
lifetime” moments to someone who is just learning? Since making mistakes
is inevitable in learning anything new, avoid the mistakes on your
wedding video, “Always go with Experience.” Go with someone who
regularly tapes and produces video productions and movies, after all,
your wedding video is a movie, YOUR MOVIE!
Selecting a Videographer and Photographer?
Communication is also important. A professional videographer will
communicate in advance what is expected during taping. It is important
to see that the videographer selects spots that present a clear focus of the bride and groom together and that the important shots of the vows
and rings ceremony are taken from a vantage point to get the detail but
equally important that the videographer(s) are out of the way and positioned so that aisle
cameras aren’t blocked and that microphones are sure to capture those
important phrases that set everyone’s heart aglow. A talented
professional communicates these issues "before hand" and works toward
solutions "before the wedding," not provide excuses after the fact.
It's YOUR MOVIE, make sure the videographer has the experience and
everyday application you want.
Wedding Photography vs. Videography
While a photo captures a moment in time, a video captures time in
motion . . and with sound. A video records sound and voices, which include your vows
to each other,
which become a lifetime treasure to relive and hold on to
as the memories of your wedding day last forever!
Sometimes, when the wedding budget starts getting
high, some choose to settle for either a photographer or video. If
that’s your scenario, consider our Digital Dreams Wedding Album that can
be included for half or a third of a photographer while also eliminates
another distraction at your wedding AND those sometimes annoying flashes
that are occasionally being prohibited more and more by officiators.
High Quality Video Equipment
Professional grade cameras use 3 CCD digital technology (like those in
the broadcast industry) and offer excellent color quality and low light
capabilities. While other formats offer good quality, the best comes
from professional grade, “state of the art” technology. We do not
recommend single chip cameras, Super VHS, VHS or 8 mm for weddings. Our
recommendations always surround a digital production with 3 CCD Camera(s)
and
digital Non Linear Editing in order to get Hollywood FX effects to
enhance YOUR DVD or tape output.
Shooting and Editing
Simply stated, you can’t have one without the other. Professional
shooting and camera operation is just as important as is the editing
process. The final product of your wedding video is a function of both
how the footage looked in the viewfinder during capture, and how it
looks on the editing screen during the creative editing process.
Professional grade Non-Linear Editing (NLE) software is essential to get
the maximum effect for your wedding day video and this software is
expensive. Take no substitutes because the moment is priceless! For one small example, if
the color is off during the capture it can be modified and corrected
during the NLE editing process instead of cut out of the sequence. Thus,
look for professional digital NLE editing and Hollywood FX effects to enhance your
moments joy.
Multi-Camera
Single or multi-camera? That is a very important question. A truly
professional Wedding DVD, should always have more than one camera angle.
Two or more cameras prevent a lost shot when an inevitable obstruction
or guest gets in the way or to enhance a close up and wide shot to
establish position for a captured “close up” moment. Extra points of
view polish the scene and how improve how you look during the editing
process. How many cameras are enough? A minimum of two and up to as many
as your budget can afford. How many cameras? Here are some
considerations: Bride & Groom Close Ups (Vows); Officient Close Up
(Vows); Rear Aisle (Viewing forward to the front); Forward Aisle
(Viewing down the aisle); Left & Right Sides. And regarding
multiple cameras, sound is just as important. Consider those vows
and the ability to hear them so that they can be relived over and over.
Here are some considerations to ponder, professional wireless
microphones for: Bride; Groom; Officient; Father of the Bride, and
music.
Special Effects - Hollywood (FX)
Wedding videography is an artistic talent that is much like the
creativity of an artist on canvas. With the use of Hollywood effects
(FX) during the editing process the basic wedding video can be
transformed into a memorable work of art to cherish. Removing
unnecessary footage, adjust color, picking the right angle, and
positioning clips to create a story that shows and tells the world your
story of love and union. A four hour shoot can take approximately 15 to
20 hours to capture and digitize, edit, and output, then double or
triple that for two and three cameras respectively. Make sure your
videographer wants to spend that amount of time on your project to make
a difference in your video.
Demo Viewing Tips
Many soon to be newly weds visit websites to view polished highlights or
video montages and expect that they too can receive such a video. While
the concept of viewing demo’s as a factor in the selection process seems
logical, sometimes (or often times) the truth is quite remote from the
truth. The highlights video and/or montage, represents less than 10% of
the actual footage. So then, what does one look for when trying to make
a decision? The following guidelines can help:
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View any photo shoot or work from a particular
videographer and preferably more than one shoot
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Look for good coverage of the particular subject
matter and good clean multi-camera angles
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Watch in particular for smooth and steady pans,
zooms, and edits
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Check for adequate lighting and especially look for
backlighting examples and facial clarity and color correctness
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Make sure the sound is clear, without hum or hiss,
and that the volume is appropriate for the project
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Make sure the edits and Hollywood FX effects were
applied to enhance the particular video project
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Don’t get overly critical with some minor errors,
after all, there isn’t a “perfect” shot when shooting live, perfection
is reserved for rehearsed acting and multi-takes
Cost
Expect to pay from $1,000 to $5,000 for your wedding day on Video. It
has been said that “The bitterness of poor quality remains long after
the sweetness of a low price is forgotten.” When it comes to videography,
no truer words have been spoken. Getting the right solution begins with
experience and that usually costs more. Good videographers are usually
busy and often travel because their work is sought after, so book early
to avoid loosing the best.
Closing Thought
Above all remember this, the amount and size of a videographers
advertising does not necessarily reflect the quality of their work. In
fact, many of the best videographers advertise very little because they
don’t have to – their work sells them through referrals.
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