Over the years I've talked with hundreds of brides about
planning their weddings and whether or not to hire a videographer to document
the event. I've discovered their concerns center on two things.
First, will the video "catch all the good stuff"
in the ceremony?
- Will it include the entire ceremony, the vows, the exchanging of rings? What about the reception? Will the video include reception highlights like cake cutting, first dance, toast, bouquet toss and some of the partying?
The second major concern centers on the cost.
- Is a wedding video something we're going to be able to put in our budget and afford?
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| Ron Calhoun, The Video Storyteller |
In about half of the weddings I've videotaped something will
happen that is off the script. In one wedding the groom and the best man
exchanged a fist bump just before the bride entered. It was unplanned, nobody
saw it coming, but because my video cameras were strategically placed, I was
the only one able to capture that moment.
Occasionally, during the ceremony the bride will laugh, or
chuckle, or just whisper I love you to her groom. Because the cameras are
rolling, because they are never turned off, because they are focused where the
important stuff is happening, I'm able to capture all of the action and all the
emotion of the event.
My background is in live television. When recording live
events you only get one chance to get it right. And I've discovered that the
key to guaranteeing coverage is preparation. As part of my service I include a
free complimentary consultation so that you, your grooming, and myself can sit
down and discuss everything that's important to you and exactly what you are
looking for in a wedding video. Before your wedding I will discuss the order of
the service. Back at the office I will decide which camera needs to focus on
what, so that everything is captured and documented. I want this video to
become a family heirloom.
- The answer to the first question, "Will all the good stuff be captured?" Is yes. In fact, to my knowledge I'm the only video producer in the Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky area who guarantees in writing, that everything in the ceremony that is important to the bride will be captured.
The second major concern brides have about video production
is the expense. And believe me as the father of three daughters I understand
how important it is to keep to your wedding budget. The fact is, producing a
good quality wedding video isn’t cheap. And a cheaply produced wedding video
usually isn't…
Newlyweds Biggest Regret
Often capturing the event on video is the first thing to be
put aside if the budget gets too tight. Unfortunately a recent survey of
newlyweds shows that trying to save money on photography and video was the
biggest regret of newlyweds after the wedding.
Which is understandable. Because you can't go back and do it
again and after the cake and the roast beef are gone photographs and video are
permanent mementos to what is probably the biggest event in a woman's life.
- That's why I offer my services across a range of budgets. Not everybody's going to be able to afford my top package. I also offer a variety of payment options, which seem to be helpful to a lot of couples.
Call or e-mail today to ask about packages and availbilty.
Ron Calhoun 859-462-1367, Ron@weddingstorytelling.com
Be sure to check the "VIDEO PACKAGES" page.
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