Don’t listen to anyone that tells you that it’s okay to skimp on photography at your wedding. Uninvite anyone who says the same for your videography. After your big day, the wedding photos and wedding videos are some of the only mementos you get to keep forever.
Videographers combine skill-sets from that of a documentary and directorial filmmaking. When it comes to capturing the spirit of your wedding in Malta, there are many options available to you.
How’s the View?
The first thing to consider is how you want the video to feel. What do you want to convey to viewers about the most exciting time in your life? Are you after a more cinematic approach worthy of an Oscar nomination or would you prefer a more informal documentary set up?
The choice of film style will act as the filter through which every decision made thereafter will flow.
Smile for the Camera…
A long time ago, analog recording equipment was all the rage. Sadly, in the rush of the digital age the norm has been handed over to DV.
While analog recording is still possible, not many couples these days are comfortable with the idea of decorating their wedding ceremony and wedding reception with lighting stands and mic booms. But if you really want to feel like a Kardashian on your wedding day then the option is still there.
The pros to digital recording do outweigh the cons, however. The biggest positive of all is digital’s ability to capture much more clearer and crisp quality images. Once you’ve decided on the type of recording you’re after, your next step is to decide how many cameras you want at your wedding reception and ceremony.
Two cameras offer double the perspective but any more might force a sense of obstrusion upon your guests.
Be Savvy With Your Soundtrack!
The music you choose for your wedding film will help build an ambience for anyone happening to view it.
In each section, music can add texture to conversation and can then take a backseat during speeches and key points during both the ceremony and reception.
Sound it Out…
During a wedding ceremony, a wireless mic can be fitted behind the groom’s bouttoniere to ensure that every word of the vows are captured perfectly.
Don’t forget about voiceovers! Taped interviews or statements made before, during and after your wedding can be added to the film, too. This is an innovative way to add a more beautifully personal tone to the story of your wedding. An example of this might be a mother’s well wishes for her son and daughter-in-law layered over clips of them together on the dancefloor.
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