5 Tips to Get the Most Out of Your Wedding Film
Every couple’s story is different — and your wedding film should feel like you. It’s not about recreating someone else’s highlight reel — it’s about capturing the moments, voices, and emotions that make your day truly yours.
While we’ll guide you every step of the way, here are a few ideas to consider as you plan — small choices that can make a big impact in creating a film that feels authentic, meaningful, and deeply personal to you:
1. Share Personal Vows, Letters, or Voice Messages
Your voices matter. Including private vows, letters, or even a voice message from a parent or grandparent adds intimacy and meaning that visuals alone can’t capture. These moments become the emotional backbone of your film.
2. Build Breathing Room Into Your Timeline
Rushed timelines lead to missed moments. Allow space between events — time to pause, laugh, cry, and simply be present. That in-between magic often becomes the most memorable part of your film.
3. Schedule Golden Hour Portraits
That soft, dreamy light just before sunset is cinematic gold. Carving out 15–20 minutes during golden hour creates some of the most visually stunning footage of the entire day.
4. Have a First Look (If It Feels Right)
A first look creates space for a private moment together before the whirlwind begins. It’s often emotional, grounding, and gives you more time for relaxed, story-rich footage before the ceremony.
5. Be Fully Present — Forget the Camera
The best films come from real, honest moments. Trust your filmmaker, be yourselves, and soak it all in. The more you focus on each other, the more authentic and timeless your film will feel. I often suggest to my couples the idea of doing a private last dance. This is such a special moment at the end of the night with just the two of you. No phones. No expectations. Just you and your partner feeling the presence of one another and reflecting on the special day.
I hope this helps guide you in your wedding planning journey you and allows you to fully experience and enjoy your wedding day. Feel free to reach out for more personalized advice or if you are needing someone to film your wedding
