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Using the services of a wedding videographer can not only capture wedding memories forever, but can make wedding memories sweeter and sharper for couples as the years pass.
Referrals
If you are using the services of a wedding planner or consultant, this is an excellent starting place to finding a good wedding videographer. Very often, wedding planners work extensively with wedding videographers and other wedding service vendors, so they have the names of several videographers they have worked with in the past. Also, in many cases the wedding planner will have a good idea of price ranges and will help you stay within your wedding budget.
Another source of referrals is friends and family who have used the services of a videographer service and have been happy with their services. This kind of recommendation can be invaluable when it comes to starting the process of talking to potential videographers.
Finally, if you attend wedding shows, you can often find videographers in the service vendor area of the show. Usually, this is a great opportunity to comparison shop and look at portfolios and examples of a potential wedding videographer’s work.
Videographer Qualities
As you look at a potential videographer’s portfolio and examples of their work, here are some things to look for as you view their DVD.
Candid Moments – An excellent wedding videographer knows how to blend into the background so that the bridal couple and wedding guests forget they are being videotaped. This skill can pay off with touching and special candid moments. For example, those last few moments that a bride might have with her father before they walk down the aisle or the moments of hilarity when the ring bearer begins to fall asleep out of boredom and has to be caught before he falls over and spills the rings on the floor.
Interviews – Interviews with wedding guests can be both delightful, insightful and at times amusing. A good wedding videographer will take advantage of the willingness of wedding guests to be interviewed and give advice to the wedding couple.
Video Techniques – While shooting video footage skillfully and well can make for an excellent wedding DVD, knowing how to put the footage together effectively and use video effects can make all the difference. A truly skilled wedding videographer will be able to use all of the editing and special effects available to them, including the addition of appropriate music and background effects.
Summary
Before you select a wedding videographer, ask for referrals from your wedding planner or other trusted sources. As you review the portfolio and samples of a potential videographer’s work, look for qualities that not only touch your heart, but also bring the wedding to life. Remember, that a wedding DVD will bring your wedding to life and allow you to see wedding guests or review details you may have missed in the hustle and excitement of the wedding activities.