Wedding Photography Videography Online
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By Natalie Glass
Wedding photography videography has been an important
part of the wedding market for several years. Many couples
are eager to have the entire event captured on DVD.
Couples often express that they have very little memory
of their wedding day, since they were both nervous and
quite busy, and the video record provides them with
a great look at what actually transpired.
Sometimes you will be able to find a wedding photography
studio that offers photography/videography as part of
a combined package. Before you agree to such a package,
make sure that the wedding photography studio you choose
has experience with filming video.
Some studios will simply give their apprentices camcorders
and set them loose at your affair. As with static images
on film, video filming requires a certain level of expertise
for the best results. If you have an amateur filming
your wedding, the results will show on the final film.
Why take chances?
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View Examples Of Previous Work
When selecting your videographer, it is very important
to view examples of his or her previous work. As anyone
who has taken video of a vacation or kids at play knows,
wedding photography videography is not easy.
It takes special talent and training to produce professional
quality video. Additionally, viewing the videographer’s
work will give you a feel for his or her overall style
as well as the elements on which the videographer chooses
to focus.
Questions You Should Ask When Choosing A Videographer
Interview prospective wedding videographers just as
carefully as you would potential professional wedding
photographers. Presented here is a list of suggested
questions. You may have additional questions based on
your individual circumstances.
1. Will you be the actual videographer for my wedding?
As with photographers, some studios employ staff videographers.
You want to meet with the actual person who will film
your wedding. A corollary question is whether the sample
video you view was recorded on the same type of equipment
that will be used at your wedding.
2. How much control will I have over the elements that
are included in the video?
Many couples give little thought to their wedding video,
instead turning full control over to the videographer.
Yet the wedding video is your living record of your
carefully planned wedding day. Choose a videography
professional who will work with you to help you decide
which events should be covered and how the final video
should be edited.
3. What type of backup equipment do you carry and how
does the backup compare to the original?
Your wedding day is a one-time event. If the videographer’s
equipment fails, it is crucial that he or she can switch
quickly and seamlessly to a backup. However, some backup
equipment is older and crude by today’s standards. Be
sure that the backup equipment is of acceptable quality.
4. What format of equipment do you use and what is
your experience level with that format?
As with photography, the digital versus film debate
rages in videography as well. Both formats have their
own advantages and disadvantages. Whichever format you
select, be sure that the videographer is comfortable
and experienced with that format.
5. What extra fees might I incur?
Discuss available packages and extras that you might
need. Negotiate all fees; even those that you think
will not apply such as overtime. Try to get the videographer
to work certain extras into your package price. Affordable
wedding photography/videography is available but you
may need to enter into careful negotiations.
Sound And Movement On Video
While it’s great to have traditional wedding photography,
wedding photography videography can enhance your experience.
Why stop at still photographs when you can get the full
experience of sight and sound to go with those images?
If you have your heart set on filming your wedding,
and your wedding photography studio doesn’t offer that
option, ask the photographer in charge if he can refer
someone to you. Take your time and shop for the right
person to do the job, and you won’t be disappointed.
About the Author:
Natalie Glass is an author of dating and relationships
articles including Teen
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Love, Wedding
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Keep a lookout as more articles are added from this
author on this website in the near future.
More Romantic Wedding Facts....
After I have chosen a photographer, what other questions should I ask him or her?
Once you have made a commitment to a photographer of your liking,
there are still more questions you need to ask. With larger studios especially,
you should ask whether you will be working directly with the photographer you
first talked to. Ask to meet with the person who will actually be taking photos
of your wedding.
You may also want to ask how long your photographer
has been in business, or how many weddings of your size
they have worked with in the past, and if they have
liability insurance. You might like to ask him or her
how long it will take to get the proofs back to you
or their rate for printing extra photos and albums.
You should definitely inquire about their back up plan
and arrangements for any unforeseen changes.
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