Your wedding is on the books for spring – how exciting! There’s a lot to plan in order to make the day perfect, including how you’ll work with your wedding video company so they can capture everything they need on film.
What do you need to keep in mind while working with a video company for your spring wedding? Here are some practical tips and spring-themed inspiration to keep in mind!
Why is Spring a Fantastic Time for Wedding Videos?
We could talk all day about all the spring wedding ideas and themes to make your special day EXTRA special. From outdoor weddings with garden lawn games and carnival themes to flower-lined aisles and archways, it’s a season bursting with color, life, and excitement.
But when it comes to video and photography specifically, there’s even more to fall in love with. Spring weddings look absolutely stunning on camera. This goes for both wedding photos and wedding films. Your wedding video company will have a lot to work with!
For starters, you have natural scenery in its best possible form. Lush carpets of grass, fully replenished tree branches, spring flowers in full bloom – this is the BEST time for a spring backdrop or prop.
Milder temps also mean comfortable outdoor shots in general. The full bloom backdrop looks fantastic, and so do you! No melting makeup or sweaty outfits. Everyone looks refreshed and comfortable.
Spring also means longer daylight hours. You’ll have plenty of time to set the scene with B-roll in or around your wedding venue.
Here are a few features of the spring season that your wedding video company can draw into your film!
- Florals and spring decor
- Nature sounds (birdsong, trickling water)
- Wildlife (squirrels, bunnies, butterflies, and hummingbirds)
- Blue, sunny skies
- Grassy fields and meadows
- Fountains and water features
Tips for Working with a Wedding Video Company in Spring
Regardless of season, there are some general best practices for working with a wedding video company, like asking all the right questions and understanding what you’ll get from their wedding videography packages.
For spring weddings, a few of these best practices are especially important! There are also a few things specific to spring that you should keep in mind during the process.
1. Book Early
Spring weddings are popular for a reason – and you don’t want to be left scrambling for vendors because all your first picks already got booked up!
Wedding photographers and videographers are going to be one of the most important parts of your spring wedding. After a breathtaking day of fun and excitement, you’ll want something to remember and revisit those memories any time you want. Wedding cinematography lets you relive your favorite moments over and over, so it’s not something to put off booking until the last minute.
Booking early is always smart, no matter which season. But it’s especially important in spring when those spots will fill up fast!
Securing your spot early means you’ll get your first choice of wedding videographer and photographer. It’s YOUR day – don’t settle for less than the best!
2. Collaborate on the Vision
Springtime has no shortage of inspiration, from garden vows to sweeping drone shots of the nearby meadow blooming with wildflowers. You might even say there are TOO many ideas.
Too many ideas without a clear direction lead to half-baked concepts and rushed shots. Candid and raw shots have their place in your photo book, but your wedding film is a place for polished perfection!
What aesthetic do you want to capture in your wedding film? Romantic, fun, cinematic, documentary-style – or even some mix of these? Your wedding videography style sets the foundation for the entire film!
Where are the best settings for film at your wedding venue? Are there any gardens, staircases, or unique architectural features that would add some flair to your film?
What props, outfits, and people pairings do you want to capture together? The happy couple is a given, but what about the bride and her mother? The groom and his best man?
When you collaborate with your wedding video company early on, they’ll have a better idea of what you want and how best to achieve that vision.
Work with your wedding video company to create a shot list of must-capture moments. Planning these shots ahead of time lets you prioritize your favorites while ensuring there’s time for creative brainstorming.
Here are some extra resources to help you plan your shot list!
- 7 Must-Have Shots for Your Wedding Reception Video
- 15 Wedding Entrance Ideas for An Unforgettable Wedding Video
- 10 Romantic and Fun Wedding Exit Ideas
3. Plan for Spring Weather
Spring generally means comfortable weather and sunny skies. But it’s also a season known for its rainy days!
Have a backup plan in place so spring weather doesn’t rain on your (wedding) parade. This could include backup venues or a plan to acquire umbrellas or ponchos for guests. If you have an outside venue, prepare a way to avoid walking through mud, like rugs or stepping stones to place along the path instead.
As far as your video team, do they have a backup plan? Ask what they do in case of inclement weather to protect the footage and continue capturing the day despite the unexpected weather.
And if it starts to look like you’re in for a cloudy wedding day, don’t panic!
In fact, overcast skies can be FANTASTIC for wedding photos and film. Overcast skies diffuse light evenly, reducing harsh shadows and enhancing skin tones. Soft light is always better for cameras compared to hard light.
Without harsh lighting, you’ll get a good balance of light and shadow. It’ll be easier for your wedding film to capture the little details that make a big impact.
The gray atmosphere can also create a cinematic feel, allowing for more romantic, evocative compositions. Swoon!
Make Your Spring Wedding Dreams Come True!
An experienced wedding video company will have plenty of ideas to share with you. After all, they’ve done this before! They’ve seen fresh, unique takes as well as the overdone ones that have started to feel cliche. Combined with your unique love story and personal vision, they can plan, direct, and capture something lasting and memorable.
Reverent is the largest wedding cinematographer in Texas, specializing in emotional, cinematic storytelling that captures the heart of your love story! From winter wonderland weddings to summer extravaganzas, we can craft a timeless wedding film for you to enjoy forever.
Reach out to ask a question or check our availability today!
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