Examples of good quality full wedding videos?

shanewhittington · #1 (**permalink**) 03-13-2008, 02:21 PM

As the date for my first wedding video approaches I am starting to get a little anxious about my inexperience. To try and compensate for this, I want to be as prepared as possible. So I have been looking for some examples of full wedding videos so that I can learn and be inspired. These are hard to come by on the internet it seems...

I asked a few local companies but they threatened to sue me as they were convinced that I was going to try and pass their work off as my own! This is obiously not the case and I will continue to tell any prospective clients that I have nothing to show them until I have shot my 1st wedding. Although this honest policy seems to be serving me quite well as I tokk my 1sr full price booking this week!

So basically I'm looking for anyone who can point me in the direction of some complete wedding videos so that I can look through and make a few notes and if anyone would be willing to send me a DVD (no need to sue me, honest!) then I would pay any postage charges and be eternally grateful.

Thanks for reading

Andy Lockwood · #2 (**permalink**) 03-13-2008, 02:32 PM

PM sent Shane

WelshSpielbergFan · #3 (**permalink**) 04-29-2008, 09:09 AM

Me also. Please.

Marc Peters · #4 (**permalink**) 04-30-2008, 07:28 AM

My advice would be to create your own style rather than attempt to mirror that of other professionals. That said, and if you do find yourself wanting to find inspiration, there are a few ways to find it.

The first is to actually work with fellow professionals. This gives a far greater exposure to the process than 'watching'. 'Learning by doing' as they say. We all gain inspiration from others, and I've watched a fair few films over the years - but it's not until you 'do' that you learn.

The second is to join an association. Have you looked at the APV or IOV? Both would provide you with a body of professionals to bounce ideas off. Digital Video Editing Guides: Digital Director - videography - Strength in numbers: Joining an Association for Videographers