FAQ

There are parts of the day where only one camera is required i.e. during the photography session, but other times like the ceremony and speeches we recommend 2. With 2 cameras you can have different perspectives and edit them together. This may include the father of the bride speech where one camera films the father while the other films the couple, so that the reactions of both are covered. Having 2 cameras makes the finished DVD far more engaging when watching.

Because no two weddings are the same, there's no standard answer to that. It's important that we capture what's important to you, so we sit down with you and work through that upfront. It's your day, so you get to tell us what you want. Yours will be the only wedding I do that day so for the Full Day package, I am there for as long or as little as you require.

I like to meet with the couple about 2 to 3 weeks after the wedding to take them through the initial footage and to get feedback on the creative process. Despite all the planning there are always unexpected moments during the day, and so often it's these things that become the favourite parts of the day.
As with all creative processes, it's important that I have a check to make sure that I'm creatively taking things in the right direction. At this meeting we assess the work required to finish, and advise you of a time frame. I aim to turn it around about 2 to 3 weeks from that meeting, but because I don't work to a formula and I'm creating a custom DVD you just can't put an exact time frame on it.

I film all footage in High Definition HDV format, and the footage is presented to you on DVD disk(s). I shoot in High Definition HDV format because HD television is starting to become mainstream, and this will become more so over the next couple of years. Shooting in HD means down the track, if you want the footage in a different format such as Blu-Ray or HD DVD we will be able to supply you with a version in this format.

High Definition HDV is a new technology that will become the norm for future movies and television. Just like DVD replaced video, so too will Blu-Ray replace standard DVD. The good news is that you can enjoy the footage now, and in the future when the technology changes and becomes affordable.

Within Auckland travel is included. If you are getting married out of Auckland, there will be additional charges for travel and if required, accommodation. For weddings on the Coromandel only mileage will be charged, there will be no charges for accommodation. Mileage will be charged at 75c/km or we will charge you the cost price for the flights. With accommodation we can either book this ourselves, and on charge this to you at cost, or you are welcome to arrange and pay for something yourself. This also applies to the flights. Either way, this will be agreed up front so you know exactly what is included.

You've probably got some special songs picked out for the big day, and we can use these on your DVD. We also have an extensive collection of over 10,000 songs as well which you can pick from. We have a non broadcast licence to use the music, so there are no legal or copyright issues with your DVD.

Not a problem. We can work with what you've got and turn it into a customised DVD for you. This can be a great memento of your honeymoon and we can incorporate digital photos in the DVD as well.

If you're considering filming it yourselves and giving us the footage you can do that, however please be aware it takes longer to edit footage shot by other people, especially if they aren't a professional. More time is required to adjust the sound and the lighting and often an amateur videographer won't have the skills to frame shots appropriately, or because they are emotionally involved in the big day, they might miss a crucial bit.
From a cost perspective you won't actually save that much, and you won't be able to guarantee the quality. If you decide to invest in a wedding video, make sure you spend the money on what is going to give you what you want, a true record of your day.

Before we even get to the big day, I will sit down with you and discuss how the day will run. I'll get you to run through the layout of the ceremony and discuss options for where we can position the cameras. Both myself and my assistant videographer will be dressed smartly, in black and will make every effort to blend and stay out of the way. Usually there is both a videographer and photographer trying to capture the same moments at the same time, and it is vital to have a good working relationship with the photographer. Good communication with the celebrant or minister as well as with the bridal party is also vital.