THE NUMBER ONE NIGHTMARE COUPLES FEAR MIGHT GO WRONG ON THEIR WEDDING DAY - and 10 simple tips to take your day to the cover of Bridal Magazine

THE NUMBER ONE NIGHTMARE COUPLES FEAR MIGHT GO WRONG ON THEIR WEDDING DAY?

Chances are its 1 of 2 scenarios - 
1) Your Photographer or Videographer Cancels
2) Your Photo's and your Wedding Video SUCKS!

Follow these 10 simple tips to ensure your Wedding Photographer and Wedding Videographer have the odds on their side - and get your wedding 1 giant leap closer to the cover of Bridal Magazine!

1) Vows

Vows are THE MOST IMPORTANT PART OF YOUR WEDDING CEREMONY! They are the part you will remember FOREVER - so make the moment special! Tell your loved one EXACTLY how you feel about them - express your passion and proclaim your commitment - they'll love you that much more to hear you say it in front of all your friends and family. If your wedding officiant gives you the option to give personal vows to one another, SAY YES! Your film crew and guests have all heard the stock vows at a dozen other weddings - nothing shares your unique story the way personal wedding vows can. Personal vows are often absolute tearjerkers. So if you have something to say, say it!

2) Music in the morning

Often, a bride or groom will listen to music in the morning whilst they get ready or have it on in the background by habit. Music in the background clashes with your wedding film edit - making those beautiful moments getting ready very hard for us to keep in your wedding film! Moments as simple as a champagne cork popping or a meaningful moment like reading out loud a wedding day card from your husband to be. We hate to be party poopers and we'd never actually ask you to turn your music off, however, for us, the perfect wedding for film would not have any background music playing during the morning preparation.

3) To Mic or not to Mic?

Getting stressed about not having a PA system at your ceremony or reception? Don't! It's great!! Not using a microphone during the speeches ensures that our own microphones capture much higher quality sound, meaning we can use a lot more of it in the voiceover of your wedding film. Now sometimes if you're in a large marquee or hall, or you have a large number of guests then a microphone can be beneficial and we can use different technology to ensure we capture the best audio quality possible, however, it's very unlikely to be as clear as that non-mic loveliness! The last thing we want is for any of your guests to not be able to hear the speeches,going WITHOUT a microphone is better than a microphone that does a poor job.

4) Boys getting ready

Grooms often assume that we don't want to film them getting ready in the morning and that it's all about the girls, but this couldn't be further from the truth! It is a key part of your day - and telling YOUR story.  Chances are it'll only take 30 minutes or so and it will provide some very valuable footage.

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5) Make the most of your first dance!

If you're anything like I was before my wedding, you're probably dreading your first dance. DON'T! Savour the moment.

Yes, unless you're one of the lucky few blessed with the a natural groove, you'll probably cringe slightly at the idea of dancing on your own in front of all of your friends and family! However.. a slow, simple little wobble is GREAT for photos and video. Make the most of that once in a lifetime moment and try to resist the urge to call your friends and family onto the dance floor too soon. Try to have your entire first dance to yourselves. Once the dance floor is flooded with friends and family the chance to get that lovely shot of just the two of you has gone forever, so please make it last!

6) Coach your wedding party!

Let the wedding party know about your film plans - so that they are prepared for the experience of having a TV crew follow them around for the day. We're looking for natural and candid moments - so give your party the heads up, and they can be relaxed and enjoy the day!

7) Floral table displays

Floral displays are fantastic. As well as looking great, they're a really practical place to conceal a small microphone during your ceremony. The same thing goes for your top table during your wedding breakfast!

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Here are a few final quick tips..

If at all possible..

8) Save giving out gifts for when your camera crew has arrived to capture it! We don't want to miss any special moments!

9) Try to avoid having a round top table... they're a bit of a logistical nightmare to get a clear shot during the speeches!

10) Try not to have speeches in between courses. All before the meal: great. All after the meal: lovely. In between: Aaarrgh! Your film crew is working hard for 10 hrs plus - they need a chance to digest some nutrients to do the best job possible :)

Applying these 10 tips to your wedding will result in a far more cinematic and breathtaking film, that you can cherish for years to come. 

Until next time, 

happy planning!

Ryan 
Kelowna Photographer
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