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Wedding videography has witnessed many significant changes over the years and 2023 looks set to bring even more. New ways to capture that all-important day are cropping up all the time due to innovative technology and clever editing techniques! So, grab yourself a cuppa, sit back and relax as we tell you all the cinematography trends that you can expect to see this year…
We all know that your wedding day is one of the most important and memorable days of your life, so what better way to commemorate it than by capturing it on film? You can even get creative with the camera in the days leading up to the big day!
Here’s some ideas for how to incorporate video into your nuptials:
Send Save The Date/invitation videos
Proper invitations are certainly not a thing of the past (big up the Northeast’s talented stationers!) but this super-cool video stationery trend is making waves in the wedding world. Share this eco-friendly option wherever you like, whether that’s via email, in a private wedding Facebook group or over a group WhatsApp message… Remember, you’re not just doing something fun and different, you’re also saving the planet in the process!
Create your very own wedding trailer
Feel like a celebrity in this short (usually about 60 seconds) professionally edited highlight video of your special day – and re-live your wedding with www.byrhea.co.uk this shareable wee reel as you wait for your own feature length film to arrive in the mail. And if you want to reminisce on the planning process you can add snippets of that in too. Just chat with one of Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire’s top videographers to plan out exactly what you want.
Super 8mm film videos
This retro video style was all the rage in the 60s/ and 70s, and has grown in popularity over the past couple of years. It adds a layer of authenticity and timelessness to the visual and is the perfect choice for those who want to invoke a sense of nostalgia! Bear in mind that super 8mm film will require a special camera and it unfortunately can’t also capture the audio of your special day. Due to this we recommend sticking with trusty, modern digital wedding videography to capture the day and supplementing with retro film style to capture the vibe and create a nostalgic heirloom that can be passed down through generations. The perfect combination and the ultimate keepsake – you can thank us later…!
Video albums
If you’re not familiar, these cool, small booklets display high-quality wedding videos and many of them come in different colours and cover styles. They make the perfect gift for family members and can be used as keepsakes that look right at home on your coffee table or bookshelf. The future of technology and how people consume videos is forever changing so if you do decide to go down this route, make sure you ask your videographer to share the master files with you too, so you aren't limited only to the video album.
Documentary video diaries
Look back and laugh with a documentarystyle video full of mini-interviews with guests. And you know what? You can even use your raw footage as a bloopers reel! Model it after your favourite docustyle shows – we’re thinking The Office? Or how about the brand new Daisy Jones & The Six if the 70s vibe is more your style?
Aerial/drone footage
Couples looking to get a bird’s eye view of their wedding design might be intrigued by the use of drones to capture their upcoming nuptials. From overhead shots of your reception décor to wide angle views of the ceremony from above, this method will definitely take your wedding video to new heights!
Live streaming - Got friends or family overseas that unfortunately can’t make your special day? Why not go live and let them experience it from the comfort of their home? Encourage them to get dressed up for the occasion and pour a celebratory tipple to toast to you as newlyweds!
360 degree/3D film
Gather round, to-be-weds, and prepare yourself for the ultimate wedding video experience… 360-degree cameras! With this cutting-edge technology, you can capture all angles and details of your special day, from every side and direction. When you watch it back it’ll feel like you’re living the best day of your life all over again – what more could you want?!
Instagram-worthy reels
Photographers and videographers are experimenting more and more with shortform video content. Nowadays, some even offer the option to capture these special moments and transform them into 15 - 30 - second reels that are perfect for sharing on social media. Be sure to ask about this during your consultation if you’re after some wedding content for the ‘gram because not everyone offers it.