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| Why not get a friend to film? |
 All the wedding plans are coming along nicely, then you come across some information regarding filming of your wedding. You first think, "Uncle Bill has got a camera and is always filming family BBQ's and parties, l'll just get him to film it, or a friend". Understandable, as this will save you money, but there are many downsides to this.
I've witnessed first hand at my old job the disappointment this can cause, when a lady, let's call her Bev (actually that's her real name) came up to me and said, "Guess what, my daughter is getting married!". As you can imagine, my first response was, "Who is she getting to film it?", then Bev gives me a little wave saying, "Oh it's OK, she's just getting a friend to film it". I nod, thinking... mmmm ok.
A couple of months later, Bev is wandering around, showing everyone the photos of her daughter's wedding, going from desk to desk as all proud Mother's do, she gets to my desk with a very sad look on her face and says, "The video was terrible, the battery ran out during the ceremony, she was too far away for the speeches and the footage was too dark". You could see she was very disappointed.
Unfortunately, you don't get a second chance at filming your wedding. The day goes by so quickly and before you know it, it's over and all you have to look back on is the photos and the video. I see so many friends filming during the wedding, but only sections of it, a little bit of the bride arriving, parts of the ceremony, a little bit of the speeches and that's it. They are also using their camera hand held. Which you might think is good steady footage, but then you put it on the big screen and you can see every slight movement and the shaking because they are using it without a tripod.
Why should you spend the money on a professional...
We use professional HD video cameras, that cost the price of a small car if not more, not a small handy camera you see everyone waving around.
We use tripods to ensure steady shots during the ceremony & speeches.
We use wireless lapel microphones to ensure the vows are captured & clear during the ceremony.
It's our job for the day, so we are working hard to capture as many moments as possible and important items from the day, the flowers, the rings, the decorations, the bonbonnieres, the cake, the menu, the parents, the emotions, to capture just the prefect wedding DVD, that you can look back on and smile.
But l hear you say, we can't afford to pay a professional to film it.
There are many ways you can get around this. l am more than happy to offer people a payment plan that they pay $100 each month to ensure their video package is paid off before the big day. Or, why don't you put it on the bridal registry, or ask the family to put in for it. You can do all the work to find someone to film and then ask them to pay for it.
Most family & friends have no idea what to get couples for their wedding, so would be more than happy to put money towards a gift that you both really want. |
| Don't forget to feed us! |
 Your wedding day is flowing along nicely, the photographer and videographer have been following you around all day, bridal preparations, ceremony, photo session, jumping in and out of cars, going to 3 different locations and pretty much started working at your house at 10am. It's now 7pm and everyone is seated at the reception, but there is no seat for us. We have been forgotten about to be added to the seating list.
For one, this is very frustrating, as throughout the whole day, there really isn't 2 seconds to sit down and have something to eat, or swing past Maccas and get a meal deal, we have been going flat out, smell like we've been to the gym for the past 5 hours and would kill for a seat and a bread roll.
So please, if you have organised to have your day photographed and filmed, and require us to capture any of the reception, please ensure you organise seats for us, this is greatly appreciated and once we've had a drink of lemonade and had our bread roll, we can get back to work. |
| Being congratulated by your guests |
 The ceremony is over, it's all ran smoothly, the nerves are gone and now it's time for all your family & friends to come up and congratulate you both. What l've noticed is that the groom heads off in one direction and the bride in another.
I try and speak to the bride and groom just after the ceremony to suggest that they stay in the one spot together and have the guests come to them. Your guests all want to congratulate you, so will line up in an orderly fashion (yes it's true) and wait their turn to give you both a big kiss & a cuddle. It makes great footage, as you see them come up, speak to you, couple of hugs and kisses, back slapping for the boys and then onto the next guest.
The photographer and myself can set up just near you both and get the interation with all your guests. It's also a great way to see who's at the ceremony, with the day going by so fast. |
| An & Arlyn's Bridal Waltz |
 An & Arlyn were married on Saturday the 26th of September. What made their reception so great was that they did a great bridal waltz that you only see on YouTube. Their guests absolutely loved it and you can click on the link to see why. You need to give it a couple of minutes to see what l'm talking about, l hope you enjoy it.
http://www.vimeo.com/7636568
Further on this, if you have something great and unexpected happening at your wedding, that no one else is aware about, such as a surprise dance, be sure to notify the photographer and videographer so we are ready to capture it and everyone's reactions. Also by telling us, we can ensure we are in the right spot to capture it from the best angles. |
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| Yes l'll Marry You - by Pam Ayres |
At the wedding of Nicole & Simon on Saturday the 24th of October, they had one of their good friends, Jodi, read this out. l loved it so much, l wanted to share it all with you.
Yes, I'll marry you, my dear, and here's the reason why,
So I can push you out of bed, when the baby starts to cry,
And if we hear a knocking, and it's creepy and it's late,
I hand you the torch you see, and you go investigate.
Yes I'll marry you, my dear, you may not apprehend it,
But when the tumble-drier breaks, it's you that has to mend it,
You have to face the neighbour, should our labrador attack him,
And if a drunkard hits on me, it's you that has to whack him.
Yes, I'll marry you, you're virile and you're lean,
My house is like a pigsty, you can help to keep it clean.
That tasty little dinner, which you served by candlelight,
As I do spag bol, you can cook it every night!
It's you who has to work the drill, and clean up out the back,
And when I'm in a bad mood, it's you who gets the flak,
I do see great advantages, but none of them for you,
And so before you see the light, I do, I do, I do! |
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| $50 discount voucher |
Until the 30th of November, Belinda Jane Video Productions are offering a $50 discount for anyone who books a video package from reading this newsletter. You can use this to take off your package price, or use it to receive a free copy of your raw footage.
If you'd like to view my packages, please visit www.BelindaJaneVideo.com or you can contact the office on 03 9077 7844 or email on info@BelindaJaneVideo.com
We look forward to hearing from you. |
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| Carina & Raymond - Saturday the 11th of July, 2009 |
Carina & Raymond were married on l believe to be the coldest day in Melbourne !!!, it was cold, windy, but the bonus was it wasn't wet. That didn't stop their excitement for the day. I first spoke to Carina 10days before her wedding, she called to ask the usual questions, but when she mentioned she was getting married next Saturday, l could hardly believe it. Luckily l was available and jumped at the chance to film for her.
We have completed her DVD's and posted them to her to see what she thought, here is some feedback from her...
Hi Belinda,
Thank so much for making our day so wonderful, we love the way you have put everything together the DVD'S are amazing and the music selection is just spot on. We are so happy that we decided to get you to capture our special day at very short notice, and strongly recommend you to anyone who is getting married.
The kids love watching the DVD, and the part where you Videoed my son singing Romeo and Juliet just makes me cry. In 20 or so years we can watch it together with our kids a remember that beautiful night.
Thank you so so much, Raymond and Carina Ellul
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