5 Must Have Shots for an EpicWedding Video
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life, and you want to make sure that you have a film to remember it by. But not just any film will do. You want a cinematic film that captures the beauty and emotion of your day.
Here are 5 cinematic shots that you need to have in your wedding film:
The Drone Shot of the Exterior of the Venue
A drone shot of the wedding venue is a beautiful and cinematic way to set the scene of the day. It can give you a bird's-eye view of your wedding day and is a great way to capture the beauty of your surroundings and the scale of your event. This is especially impactful on outdoor weddings and particularly scenic venues. It’s important to work with a part 107 licensed drone operator and comply with local flight regulations.
2. The First Look
The first look is a special moment between the bride and groom, where they see each other for the first time on their wedding day. It's a moment full of anticipation, excitement, and love. This is a shot that you'll want to cherish forever. It can be set up as a mini session just before the ceremony or it can be just capturing the expression on the groom’s face as he see’s the bride walk down the isle. In either case, it’s a must have.
3. The Details of Getting Ready
Ok, admittedly this covers a broad number of shots but it’s important. Seeing the best man help put the finishing touches on the grooms tie or the mother of the bride assist with a beautiful necklace is what really begins to bring out the story of the day. A wedding film should be something you want to watch again and again and so you want to have so many moments and little details that each watching brings something new.
4. Details & Macro Shots
One thing that’s universally true is your wedding day goes by QUICK! There’s so much going on it’s easy to miss all the little details that make the day so special. That’s where a wedding photographer/videographer with keen eye for the details can save the day. Everything from boutonnières, table settings, even the lighting fixtures can add an incredible amount of texture to a wedding film. One trick of the trade is using a macro lens to get really up close shots of things like the wedding rings, signiture cocktails, and more! It’s shot’s like these that really bring back all the little memories that fill out the day.
A simple pose like this shot with a macro lens can show off the rings in a classic and beautiful way.
5. An Embrace
Sometimes stealing a few minutes away from the party (especially in front of a beautiful sunset) can take a wedding film over the top. As a newlywed couple who doesn’t want to do a little snuggling while the camera moves around you to be the perfect cap to an amazing day and wedding film. Usually, tools like a gimbal are used to achieve super smooth camera moves that make your wedding film look like a Hollywood production.
These are just a few of the cinematic shots that you can include in your wedding film. With a little planning, you can create a film that will capture the beauty and emotion of your special day.
Here are some tips for getting cinematic shots in your wedding film:
Use a professional videographer. A good videographer will know how to use the right equipment and techniques to get the best shots.
Plan your shots in advance. This will help you make sure that you get all of the shots that you want.
Be creative. Don't be afraid to experiment with different shots and angles.
Use natural light whenever possible. Natural light will give your film a more cinematic look.
With a little planning and effort, you can create a wedding film that will be cherished for years to come.
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