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It is a high compliment when my Clients tell me they are torn between hiring me to photograph their wedding, or having me film their wedding. Some automatically know, they want me for both. "wait,... |
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Okay, allow me to elaborate...
Some are self-explanatory, but some I'd like to elaborate on.
PRO - #2. Saves money
By purchasing a separate photographer and videographer, you might end up spending up to $10,000 or more. You may find a photographer who is offering to do it for $500, and find a friend who is willing to film for free. So there is hope that you could go cheaper. BUT, if you're looking for professionals, it can add up. A typical photographer will charge $4,500 or more. While a professional filming company can charge anywhere from $3,000 - to $7,000 and even more. (Depending on location and size of company.) So compared to other professionals, my price is cheaper. #1 of the CONS says "might be out of budget" Like I said, you could always find someone cheaper, It just depends who you ask and find to film and photograph your wedding. In the end, only you know how much you're wanting to invest and where to invest.
CON - #2. Sometimes, one of the forms can get sloppy, due to me focusing on just one thing.
As you can imagine, sometimes the filming aspect gets neglected because I'm focused on getting a certain shot. When I check the camera, it might not be on target. This happens when I am wearing my camera on my shoulder. But if propped on a tri-pod, this issue can be eliminated.
However, when on a tri-pod, there's the issue that people may block the shot and step into frame. So whether on a tri-pod or on my shoulder, there's cons to both. Hiring an assistant might be possible but it is not guaranteed.
PRO - #11. You decide when I film and when I take pictures - It can be designated times for either, or I can do both the entire time.
Going off of the paragraph above, taking time to focus on one thing at a time can help ensure I get the best pictures AND footage.
I had one Client ask for mostly footage. However, when it came time for the ceremony, she only wanted pictures. Whereas, another couple decided they wanted me to mostly film everything, including the ceremony, and we would take formal pictures after. So there are no pictures of them getting ready, or the ceremony. There is only formal pictures that were taken after the ceremony. Along with cutting the cake and first dance. And I've had multiple Clients say they want pictures and footage of everything. So in the end, it's whatever your preference is. Being able to take turns with filming and taking pictures does allow me to focus on one thing at a time, ensuring better quality. Sometimes doing both at once can be difficult, but I do my best to ensure both the pictures and the footage look as stunning as possible.
CON - #3. - The pictures and videos are getting the same angle, so there's no variety, unless I prop up the camera to film and walk around to take pictures.
I have propped the camera on a tri-pod once and walked around and took pictures. This worked great for the picture aspect. It allowed me to get different angles, walk around quickly and not have to worry about the camera. However, for the footage it was a bit boring. I had to edit in effects and crop it different ways to make it look interesting. And sometimes, the couple turned away from the camera and you couldn't see what they were doing. If I was holding the camera, I could move and get a better angle. But because it was on a tripod, you see their backs for a portion of the wedding. However, the couple still loved their wedding film. It was just a down side that I noticed.
As someone who might be potentially wanting the Bundle Package, you need to ask yourself...
CON - #6. Sometimes, sounds are picked up on the microphone of my camera and you may hear it in the final product.
There are slight ticks and creeks and jingly noises that I have noticed in a wedding film before. However, most of these I am able to edit out of the video. The only time this is a problem is during a ceremony or speech. If a noise is picked up while someone is speaking, I can't cut it out without removing the persons voice. So some noises will be left in the film. Most of the time they are quick and hardly noticeable. But it is something that you should be aware might happen.
CONS - #7. Product delivery might come at separate times.
#8. The film will be delivered last because it takes the longest to create
Some Clients have waited to receive their products at the same time. However, I have given the pictures first, so the clients have something to look at while I work on the film. Because yes, the film takes a lot longer to create than the pictures. However, some Clients do want to wait to receive both at once. This is entirely up to you, but my recommendation is: Take the pictures and please know there is a significant waiting period for the film to be completed. But it will be worth the wait.
Lastly,
CON - #9. May not have the quality of a fancy production company
I have seen some wedding film companies have an entire staff, cranes to lift and move the cameras, people holding microphones (or at least mics that clip onto their Clients) and so much more. It truly is impressive and I'm sure comes at a handsome price tag. If you have the means for that sort of thing and you want that kind of quality and service, then I would say look elsewhere. Because I can't do all of that.
However, I do capture beautiful moments in an artistic way and in high quality form. I then craft these moments into a full length film. (or short film if you prefer) I do my best to capture light, crisp details and film it in a smooth motion.
So no, I may not have the quality of a big production company, but I will give you my best and capture your wedding day in a beautiful, artistic way.
PRO - #2. Saves money
By purchasing a separate photographer and videographer, you might end up spending up to $10,000 or more. You may find a photographer who is offering to do it for $500, and find a friend who is willing to film for free. So there is hope that you could go cheaper. BUT, if you're looking for professionals, it can add up. A typical photographer will charge $4,500 or more. While a professional filming company can charge anywhere from $3,000 - to $7,000 and even more. (Depending on location and size of company.) So compared to other professionals, my price is cheaper. #1 of the CONS says "might be out of budget" Like I said, you could always find someone cheaper, It just depends who you ask and find to film and photograph your wedding. In the end, only you know how much you're wanting to invest and where to invest.
CON - #2. Sometimes, one of the forms can get sloppy, due to me focusing on just one thing.
As you can imagine, sometimes the filming aspect gets neglected because I'm focused on getting a certain shot. When I check the camera, it might not be on target. This happens when I am wearing my camera on my shoulder. But if propped on a tri-pod, this issue can be eliminated.
However, when on a tri-pod, there's the issue that people may block the shot and step into frame. So whether on a tri-pod or on my shoulder, there's cons to both. Hiring an assistant might be possible but it is not guaranteed.
PRO - #11. You decide when I film and when I take pictures - It can be designated times for either, or I can do both the entire time.
Going off of the paragraph above, taking time to focus on one thing at a time can help ensure I get the best pictures AND footage.
I had one Client ask for mostly footage. However, when it came time for the ceremony, she only wanted pictures. Whereas, another couple decided they wanted me to mostly film everything, including the ceremony, and we would take formal pictures after. So there are no pictures of them getting ready, or the ceremony. There is only formal pictures that were taken after the ceremony. Along with cutting the cake and first dance. And I've had multiple Clients say they want pictures and footage of everything. So in the end, it's whatever your preference is. Being able to take turns with filming and taking pictures does allow me to focus on one thing at a time, ensuring better quality. Sometimes doing both at once can be difficult, but I do my best to ensure both the pictures and the footage look as stunning as possible.
CON - #3. - The pictures and videos are getting the same angle, so there's no variety, unless I prop up the camera to film and walk around to take pictures.
I have propped the camera on a tri-pod once and walked around and took pictures. This worked great for the picture aspect. It allowed me to get different angles, walk around quickly and not have to worry about the camera. However, for the footage it was a bit boring. I had to edit in effects and crop it different ways to make it look interesting. And sometimes, the couple turned away from the camera and you couldn't see what they were doing. If I was holding the camera, I could move and get a better angle. But because it was on a tripod, you see their backs for a portion of the wedding. However, the couple still loved their wedding film. It was just a down side that I noticed.
As someone who might be potentially wanting the Bundle Package, you need to ask yourself...
- Are you okay with having the same angle for both pictures and footage?
- Would you prefer a camera on a tripod, while I walk around to take pictures?
- Or if delegating when to film, when to take pictures, would be a better approach
- Or, is the bundle package just not for you?
CON - #6. Sometimes, sounds are picked up on the microphone of my camera and you may hear it in the final product.
There are slight ticks and creeks and jingly noises that I have noticed in a wedding film before. However, most of these I am able to edit out of the video. The only time this is a problem is during a ceremony or speech. If a noise is picked up while someone is speaking, I can't cut it out without removing the persons voice. So some noises will be left in the film. Most of the time they are quick and hardly noticeable. But it is something that you should be aware might happen.
CONS - #7. Product delivery might come at separate times.
#8. The film will be delivered last because it takes the longest to create
Some Clients have waited to receive their products at the same time. However, I have given the pictures first, so the clients have something to look at while I work on the film. Because yes, the film takes a lot longer to create than the pictures. However, some Clients do want to wait to receive both at once. This is entirely up to you, but my recommendation is: Take the pictures and please know there is a significant waiting period for the film to be completed. But it will be worth the wait.
Lastly,
CON - #9. May not have the quality of a fancy production company
I have seen some wedding film companies have an entire staff, cranes to lift and move the cameras, people holding microphones (or at least mics that clip onto their Clients) and so much more. It truly is impressive and I'm sure comes at a handsome price tag. If you have the means for that sort of thing and you want that kind of quality and service, then I would say look elsewhere. Because I can't do all of that.
However, I do capture beautiful moments in an artistic way and in high quality form. I then craft these moments into a full length film. (or short film if you prefer) I do my best to capture light, crisp details and film it in a smooth motion.
So no, I may not have the quality of a big production company, but I will give you my best and capture your wedding day in a beautiful, artistic way.
That's a wrap.
In the end, If your budget allows, this might be a good option for you. However, if you want to go cheaper and have friends or know a young film-maker who would love to shoot your wedding for free (or at a low cost), that could be the better option. Or perhaps you are perfectly fine with hiring a separate videographer or photographer, and the bundle package isn't for you. Or maybe it is? This is something only you can answer. Only you know the vision you have and the budget you're working with. I am simply stating some pros and cons that I have noticed when serving my Clients.
I hope this helped you to feel confident
in making a decision.
thank you for reading.
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