Your wedding day will go by in a blur, which is why many couples choose to hire a wedding videographer. While photographs freeze special moments, wedding videography lets you relive the sounds, movement, and emotions of the day. From getting ready to your special getaway, there are many precious moments you’ll want to remember from your wedding day. And there’s no better way to do so than with video. But with everything going on that day, what are the must-have wedding moments to capture on video? Here are eight moments you’ll want your wedding videographer to capture.
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From getting ready to your special getaway, there are many precious moments you’ll want to remember from your wedding day. And there’s no better way to do so than with video. But with everything going on that day, what are the must-have wedding moments to capture on video?
Photography captures a single instant, a fraction of a second, but videography captures the events themselves as they unfold. One of the most common complaints couples have after their wedding day is, “I don’t remember half of what happened on my wedding day! It went by all too fast!” Having a video of your wedding day will allow you to see and hear everything that happened so you don’t have to miss a thing.
8 Wedding Moments Every Wedding Videographer Should Capture
Even the most talented wedding videographer can’t capture moments they don’t know are important to you. Before your wedding day, discuss any family traditions, surprise performances, sentimental details, or special guests you’d like featured. A short conversation beforehand can make all the difference in creating a wedding video you’ll treasure forever.
The following are 8 must-have wedding moments to capture on video:
1. Getting Ready
There are plenty of “getting ready” moments you’ll want to remember—from the finishing touches on your makeup to putting on your jewelry, or sharing a quiet moment as your mom helps you put on a special necklace. Capture the laughter and excitement as you spend time with your bridesmaids, too. Other meaningful moments include reading a heartfelt note or opening a small gift from your partner before the ceremony. These intimate moments aren’t overly personal, but they’re filled with emotion and are wonderful memories to relive.
Don’t forget about your partner’s preparations, too. Whether it’s tying a tie, fastening cufflinks, sharing a toast with the wedding party, or a parent helping with the final details, these moments help tell the complete story of your wedding day.
2. The First Look (or First Touch)
First Looks are getting more and more popular. And why not? With all of the busy-ness of the day, a first look gives you and your partner a little quiet moment for just the two of you. Your partner’s reaction to seeing you for the first time is priceless indeed.
But what if you want to follow the tradition of not seeing each other before the ceremony? No problem, as you can do a First Touch instead (by holding hands while standing on either side of a door or partition, or stand back-to-back).
Even if you skip a traditional First Look, your videographer can capture other emotional first reactions throughout the day.
3. Your Partner’s Reaction as You Walk Down the Aisle
as you are walking down the aisle. If you do a First Look, don’t think for a moment that it will take away from the specialness of your partner seeing you walk down the aisle. That moment embodies the realness of the day, and all the emotions that go with it. That look of love and joy will be precious, so be sure to capture it.
4. Your Wedding Vows
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The ceremony, and in particular your vows, are the reason for the day, and is one of the most important wedding moments to capture on video. Make sure your videographer captures this particularly special moment. Make sure your videographer has put a mic on you or your partner, or on the officiant, so every love-filled word is captured. Clear audio is just as important as beautiful video. Ask your videographer about using wireless microphones so every word of your vows is captured clearly.
5. Your First Kiss as Newlyweds
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I mean, how can you not have The Kiss in your wedding video. Your first kiss as a married couple lasts only a few seconds, but it’s one of the defining moments of your wedding day. An experienced wedding videographer will be ready to capture it from the best possible angle.
6. Special Family Moments
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Sure, your wedding day is about you and your partner and the new adventure you’re beginning together. Throughout the day, your videographer will naturally capture your wedding party and close family members as they participate in the ceremony, give toasts, and dance the night away. But you’ll likely have other guests who aren’t in the spotlight and may not be on the dance floor, yet their presence means just as much.
Think about your grandparents, other elderly relatives, children, or loved ones who traveled a long way to celebrate with you. Make sure your videographer captures these special guests as they laugh, visit with family and friends, and enjoy the celebration. Those candid moments often become some of the most treasured memories in your wedding video.
7. Messages From Family & Friends
Some may think that guest interviews on wedding videos are a bit cheesy, and sometimes they can be. But . . . that is not the point of having them. Gonna get real here. There will come a time when you can no longer have the opportunity to see someone’s face or hear their voice.
People grow apart. People move. People pass away. So when your videographer does these little interviews with your guests, you will always be able to see and hear your loved ones, and feel the joy and love they have for you.
Whether your videographer records short interviews or simply captures candid conversations throughout the day, hearing the voices of loved ones can become one of the most treasured parts of your wedding video.
35 percent of couples admit that if they could do one thing over again, they’d go back and hire someone to film their wedding day
8. Cultural & Family Traditions
Are there any cultural, religious, or family traditions that you will include on your wedding day? Make sure to tell your videographer, (as well as your photographer, dj, and wedding coordinator) about these prior to your wedding day.
Otherwise, if there is something they aren’t familiar with, they won’t be expecting it, and it could be easily overlooked. And we all know that there are no do-overs on a wedding day.
With a beautiful wedding video, you can relive your wedding day (and see those little moments you may have missed), can share with loved ones who were unable to attend your wedding, and have a beautiful family heirloom to pass down to generations to come.
Every couple’s priorities are different, so talk with your wedding videographer before the big day about the moments that matter most to you. A little planning beforehand helps ensure your finished wedding video tells the story of your day exactly the way you’ll want to remember it for years to come.
What wedding moments would be on your must-have list? Share them in the comments below!
Hearts, Joy, Love!
Jean
