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FAQs
Who is an analog wedding film for?
My approach works really well for couples who are looking for a low-key, intimate, and documentary-style home movie of their wedding day—maybe even people (like myself) who hadn't initially planned to work with a videographer.
What's the difference between 16mm and super 8?
I primarily work in 16mm, a format that's twice as wide as super 8 and offers much greater resolution and reliability (while retaining that texture and nostalgia). My two spring-driven Bolexes allow me to adapt to changing lighting and catch all the action. I can mix in super 8 for a grittier/more impressionistic look; feel free to ask about that.
What does "documentary-style" mean?
Drawing on my training in documentary, I knit together the important beats in your wedding day as well as spontaneous moments of you and your guests. I shoot for the edit—but since I don't work from a shot list or script, no two films are the same.
Wait, but does that mean it's more expensive than video?
Actually, no. Since I work solo and have a really low shooting ratio (amount of raw footage to final product), I can film and edit more efficiently than many videographers. My rates are competitive with other boutique wedding video services.
Do you offer custom packages?
To keep things real simple, I make two sorts of wedding films: a "feature" is up to 10 hours of coverage/at least 5 rolls of film, while a "short" is up to 3 hours of coverage/at least 2 rolls of film. The latter works great for elopements and courthouse weddings. Looking to document another sort of event? Let's talk more!
What happens to the raw negative?
That's yours to hold onto as a physical heirloom!
Do you record audio too?
Like I mentioned, I try to keep things simple and focus on creating amazing visuals. My cameras are "non-sync" and can only record for 25 seconds at time, meaning the sound wouldn't line up with people talking anyway.
How do you approach the music?
This is where you let me surprise you! To complement the vintage aesthetic, I like to draw on older "deep cuts" when creating a soundtrack. I also look for music that evokes the setting or has cultural significance for you and your family (after getting to know what's important to you). I do always take into account preferences like "absolutely no banjo."
Do you travel out of town/overseas?
Yes! In fact, destination weddings look particularly great on film.