Wedding video is an integral part of a modern wedding, which allows you to dynamically capture not only the emotional moments of the wedding day, but also the aesthetic details.

From cinematic works of art to personal documentaries or atmospheric shots - there are many different styles of wedding videos.

Emotional wedding video

Kristiāna Gavare describes her wedding videos as emotionally saturated documentaries with an artistic touch of romance. The wedding video is likely to be watched by the couple not only after receiving it, but also on their wedding anniversaries in 5, 15 or 35 years with their children and even grandchildren.

That's why Christiana focuses on ensuring that the video style is always relevant and also captures emotional moments that will not be repeated a second time in life. For example, the reaction of the bride's parents when they see their daughter dressed up for the big day. And also how the bride and groom cry during the ceremony or how they go wild on the dance floor with their friends. Christiana adds that she puts a lot of emphasis on filming the wedding guests as well, because it often happens that the wedding videos and pictures are one of the last memories captured together with the grandparents.

As for her approach, Christiana Gavar says that she likes to include some posed shots from the wedding day photo/video session here and there in the video so that the couple can look back on how beautiful and radiant they were on their big day. However, she also often likes to step away from the polished, elegant and subdued atmosphere of many wedding videos and give the film natural and lively colors. She achieves this both by choosing a brighter, warmer range of colors and cheerful music, and by including the sound recorded on the wedding day, laughter, jokes and non-standard moments that show the couple's personality from a non-serious side.

When asked what the current wedding video trends are, Christiana Gavar answers that they are the inclusion of wedding toasts and the couple's vows in the wedding film, as well as wedding filming with a drone and a version of the wedding film adapted to social networks. she also includes these trends in her works because she sees value in them.

In her opinion, these trends show how far the field of wedding video has developed, both technically and artistically, and how much the standards of couples have also grown. She believes that a wedding videographer should be able to go with them and adapt. That's why Christiana is currently working on introducing some new wedding trends and products that promise to be popular in 2024 so that her couples get the best and coolest thing they could possibly want from their wedding video.

When it comes to cooperation with couples, Christiana Gavar says that first she calls or meets with the couple to discuss their wedding day plans, wishes, ideas, and also what they would not like to see or do in their video. She also talks about the process of booking and filming a wedding date and how quickly they can expect a wedding film.

Kristiana also likes to know why the couple chose the particular date, place of the wedding celebration or any other detail, because it often reveals a part of their common story that can be played in the wedding film. Sometimes brides and grooms come with a very specific idea that they really want to realize on video, and then together we plan how to incorporate it into the wedding day plan.

Before the wedding day, Christiana Gavar asks to share the extreme scenario of the wedding day. Since she films the wedding solo, it helps her to organize her time well on the wedding day and to understand at what moment to install additional cameras, microphones, raise the drone, so as not to miss an important event. She also usually asks for the phone number of the usher or wedding day manager to find out if there are any special surprises planned so that nothing is missed on the wedding day.

Although Christian works in an organized manner, she allows events to unfold naturally and adapts quickly if something does not go according to plan. She is often told that she cannot be seen at all on her wedding day, even though so many emotional moments are captured and even what the couple themselves missed. This is the best compliment for Christiana, as it means that the couple and their guests are not interrupted by the camera to enjoy the day's events.

When it comes to practical considerations, reservations and similar nuances, Christiana Gavare recommends contacting at least 4-6 months before the wedding day, but the sooner you do it, the more likely you are to reserve your chosen date. His wedding video is delivered within 31-62 days during the active wedding season, and within 14-21 days before and after the wedding season.

She offers 3 video packages that differ in the length of the video shoot and the length of the wedding films. He makes the films, including the recording of the ceremony and the toast, as well as using the couple's own songs for the music. All video sets are additionally prepared with a social media version of the wedding film.

And it is possible to supplement each wedding package with drone filming or adjust the duration of the hours and the video result exactly to the wishes of the couple. In addition, all videos are created in both Full HD and 4K format, so that they can be easily played on a computer screen, as well as on a projector or 4K resolution TV screen.

Kristiana Gavar shares some practical advice for couples. If you choose to film with a drone, you need to coordinate it with the videographer in time to get the necessary permits and plan how to realize these drone shots. Another issue that is important to resolve before the wedding is where and for how long the wedding photo/video session will take place.

Sometimes it happens that the original duration for the photo session is much too short or long, or there is no real clarity where to take photos. And then on the wedding day, you have to excitedly look for places for photo sessions. All this has a negative effect on the final result and can lead to great disappointment with how the photo and video look. It is best to show the wedding day plan to your wedding videographer and photographer well in advance, listen to their recommendations about the duration of the session and locations.

An important nuance that Christiana Gavar recommends paying attention to is lighting. The amount of light that is acceptable to our eyes does not always look good on camera. For example, if you light the ceremony with a bonfire and torches, it will look romantic, but the wedding video will be very dark, low-quality, and the wedding photographer will have to compensate for the lack of light with a bright flash that will dazzle everyone.

That is why she advises to think carefully about the place of the wedding celebration and ceremony to be very well lit with additional lamps, candles or neon signs. If you don't have enough time or resources, don't be afraid to ask your wedding videographer to install video lights.

Christiana Gavar's advice to couples who are looking for a videographer for their wedding is to choose a videographer based on how much the work appeals to you, not the cost. Because the wedding day only happens once, and after a while the money saved will be forgotten, but the disappointment that the video did not turn out as desired will remain for a long time.

Likewise, you can always negotiate with the videographers a solution that suits your wishes. It is no less important to find out all possible information about the video reservation, the result, and it is also worth asking the videographer for a sample contract.

If you are planning an intimate wedding and doubt whether it is worth hiring a videographer, Christian Gavar says from experience that it is definitely worth it! She has filmed even a wedding day in which only 4 people were involved - the bride, the groom, the photographer and herself. A wedding film isn't just about your guests, it's about you too, and you can make it very personal by including romantic vows to your future that mean a lot to both of you. Since such wedding films are very personal for the couple, Christiana Gavar always suggests not to publish this wedding film in her portfolio or on social networks, so that it remains only for you.

Modern wedding videos

Modern wedding videos use the latest trends and technologies, such as the aforementioned drone footage. Since it is currently possible to shoot a wedding video at a very high technological level, a lot of attention is paid to perfectly executed aesthetics. To achieve this, different camera angles, dynamic compositions and various post-processing techniques can be used, such as accelerated or slowed-down shots or timelapse or slow motion, as well as various stylized transitions.

An important feature of a modern wedding video is its compliance with the requirements of social networks. It is not uncommon to create several short videos in the Reels format, which have an appropriate rhythm.

Uldis Stepanovs , thanks to his experience both as a professional photographer in Dubai, as a personal videographer, influencer, and as a social network manager, has decided to offer and develop a new wedding video format in Latvia that is suitable for modern requirements. While there is undoubtedly value in a full-length wedding video that takes a lot of work to edit, more and more couples want to receive short videos instantly, ready to share on social media.

According to Uldis Stepanovs, under the Reels created by him, wedding congratulations are usually received, not only wedding guests but also those who were not at the wedding in person watch it. Plus, it's a dynamic and contemporary way to announce your special occasion. Uldis has received fantastic reviews for this video format, and it is also a much more affordable video option in terms of cost.

Wedding guests will also be able to enjoy the events of the day and rely on the fact that the wedding videographer will film all the important events, and the videos will be immediately available. Of course, each couple has their own values, for some it is important to have a completed wedding film, for someone it is important to receive the result and share the video immediately. The main thing is that now there is an opportunity to choose.

Returning to the current wedding video opportunities provided by drones, Oļegs Petuhovs creates unique videos with their help. He uses creative and non-standard techniques, as well as various additional equipment.

Narrative wedding video

wedding video of this style not only documents the wedding day, but also presents it in the form of a coherent and emotionally resonant narrative. Although poetic, these videos have a thoughtful structure and rhythm, often using creative editing techniques to achieve this. Speech fragments recorded on the wedding day give these videos a personal touch.

Diāna Kosarevska creates this type of wedding video where every frame has deep meaning and artistic value. She loves delving into the stories of couples and guests, gaining trust and capturing those love stories in a narrative video format.

GS Films believes that wedding videos are necessary to keep the memories alive. Capturing a wedding in an artistic video story gives you the opportunity to look at the day anew and relive it. In order for the story to be complete and appealing, it is important to pay attention to details and emotions.

Cinematic wedding videos

As the name of the style suggests, cinematic wedding videos are inspired by cinema. They are characterized by an artistic approach that borrows some techniques and techniques from cinema. So, for example, these videos have a strong narrative, use creative camera angles and shoot not only close-ups, but also wide overviews, play with camera focus and depth of field, as well as the composition of the overall frame, which creates the mood of the film. such wedding films are made with high-quality video and sound recording techniques.

Swamp Edge Video casually captures the most beautiful moments and details of the wedding day, allowing you to go back and experience the nuances of the wedding day through them. Assembled in a single narrative, they tell the unique essence of the wedding day.

Mood wedding video

Atmospheric wedding videos reflect the emotions and moods of the wedding day, focusing on the aesthetics and unique elements that make each wedding different. these videos often include unposed and natural shots that capture the emotions of the couple and guests in an authentic way. One of the most important factors in creating a mood is light, so special attention is paid to lighting in mood wedding videos.

The atmosphere created by the wedding venue and the surrounding environment is also carefully documented. Often these videos focus on close-ups and slow-motion, allowing you to fully immerse yourself in the mood of the day.

EGLE Films creates romantic wedding films that consist of capturing perfect moments that would otherwise be impossible to replicate. Nothing is fake in the wedding video, all moments are delicately captured and reflected in the most beautiful and true way.

Kanapes Films has been operating in the wedding industry for a long time and through experience has developed its own careful approach, which allows you to prepare perfect material that reflects the authentic feelings and moods of the wedding day, while not interfering with the wedding day.

Documentary wedding video

The main focus of a documentary-style wedding video is to capture the events of the wedding day in a natural way without interference. Documentary wedding videographers are not passionate about directing, but rather carefully follow to be present at the most important moments and reflect them exactly as they happened in reality.

the montage of these videos most often uses chronological narratives, allowing you to track the development of the day. Also, not a lot of visual effects or stylized techniques are used, so as not to spoil the authentic mood. these videos also tend to be longer in format, incorporating much of the footage.

Yellow Video emphasizes how important it is for the cameraman to act unobtrusively on the wedding day, to be able to foresee the special moments and seamlessly capture the emotions of the wedding day. 38 Special Videography also implements a documentary-style approach, resulting in couples receiving wedding videos that authentically and consistently reflect events and moods.

Artistic wedding videos

Creative wedding videos present the events of the wedding day in an unusual and aesthetic way. such videos often experiment with unusual angles, camera movements and framing to achieve an impressive result. Likewise, visual metaphors and symbolism are often used in artistic wedding videos, which are especially vividly revealed in the details, giving these videos an additional dimension of meaning.

As with other wedding video styles, creative videos play with cinematic and editing techniques accordingly to achieve the desired effect. When creating artistic wedding videos, videographers usually work with couples to find out what aesthetics are close to them and how much they are open to different experiments.

Janboart Video not only captures the moments of the wedding day, but also reflects the day in a way that reflects the couple's personality. To achieve this, creative and modern techniques are used, not forgetting a discreet approach on the wedding day. On the other hand, Heart to Heart are artistic video enthusiasts who will make sure that the wedding video appeals not only emotionally, but also surprises aesthetically.

Reportage style wedding video

Reportage, photojournalism, and documentary-style wedding videos are related styles and all focus on capturing unposed shots throughout the wedding day. The reportage-style video specifically focuses on not interfering with the flow of the day and a discreet approach, which also applies to the use of unobtrusive and non-intrusive technology. Editing reflects the real sequence of events of the day, arranging them in chronological order. this style is enhanced by natural lighting.

Sintija Dzerkale pays careful attention to all the nuances of the wedding day in order to capture them and the couple, watching the wedding film, could also observe what they had missed on the wedding day. On the other hand, Alan Kent Video tries to capture the love and happiness of a wedding day with the accuracy of a report, so that you can return to it again and again.

Wedding video - captures the elusive

Wedding video offers a comprehensive capture of the day, capturing movement, sound and atmosphere - all the essential details that make a wedding day special. In addition, the value of the wedding video will only increase with time, because as time goes by, the memories will become more and more important and thus the opportunity to return to them.

Author of the article: Renate Berga

Wedding videographers: Kristiāna Gavare , Uldis Stepanovs , Olegs Petuhovs , Diana Kosarevska , GS Films . , Heart to Heart , Sintija Dzerkale , Alan Kent Video