Choosing the Perfect Style for Your Wedding:
I capture the memories of REAL love stories that couples get to relive for the rest of their life’s. I’m a wedding videographer. I’ve come to understand that each couple has a unique vision for their wedding video to be captured and remembered. In this blog, we dive into the two popular styles of wedding videography: wedding cinematography and wedding documentary.
Wedding Cinematography: Wedding cinematography aims to create a high quality, show stopping, romantic films. Cinematographers approach each shot with an eye for detail, composition, and storytelling, and crafting a narrative that captures the day.

- Cinematic Experience: Cinematographers use techniques borrowed from the world of movie filmmaking to create a cinematic experience for viewers. This may include aerial (Drone) shots, slow-motion sequences, and creative editing to enhance the emotional impact of the film.
- Artistic Expression: Wedding cinematography is characterized by its aesthetics. Cinematographers often play with lighting, framing, and camera angles to create visually striking compositions that elevate the storytelling.
- Narrative Storytelling: At the heart of wedding cinematography lies narrative storytelling. Cinematographers piece together the highlights of the day. From the intimate moments of preparation to the ceremony and reception. It creates a cohesive story that reflects the couple’s journey of love.
Wedding Documentary: Wedding documentaries focusing on capturing authentic moments as they naturally unfold throughout the day. Documentarians prioritize candidness, intimacy, and a fly-on-the-wall perspective.
- Authentic Moments: Documentaries seek to capture the raw and unscripted moments of the day. Preserving the authenticity of the couple’s emotions and interactions, documentarians embrace imperfections and spontaneity, allowing the true essence of the wedding day to shine through.
- Candid Capture: Unlike the staged shots often found in cinematic weddings, documentaries thrive on capturing candid moments that occur organically. From heartfelt exchanges between the couple to spontaneous laughter among guests, documentarians aim to preserve the genuine emotion and joy of the day.
- Observational Approach: Documentarians take a more observational approach, blending into the background to capture moments as they naturally unfold. By remaining unobtrusive, they create a sense of intimacy and authenticity that resonates with viewers.

Choosing the Right Style: The decision between wedding cinematography and wedding documentary ultimately comes down to personal preference and the couple’s vision for their wedding film. Some couples may be drawn to the cinematic grandeur and artistry of wedding cinematography, while others may prefer the authenticity and intimacy of a documentary-style film.
As a wedding videographer, my role is to understand the love story you want to tell. Whether you choose the cinematic elegance of cinematography or the authentic charm of documentaries, my purpose remains the same: to create a timeless masterpiece that reflects the beauty and joy of the wedding day.
Wedding cinematography and wedding documentary offer distinct approaches to capturing the magic of weddings. While cinematography focuses on creating an emotional experience, documentaries prioritize authenticity and candid moments. By understanding the differences between these two styles, couples can choose the one that best reflects their personalities and storytelling preferences. As a wedding videographer, my passion is to create films that not only document the day but also celebrate the love and joy shared between two people as they embark on the journey of marriage.