Why you should get a camcorder tape for your wedding.

Tas & Lavi in the Highlands of Scotland

A camcorder? Like what I used to watch family holiday films on. Why on earth would I want my wedding filmed on that?

(Spoiler: because it actually looks cool, unlike that $8,000 cinematic drone shot of your aunt eating cake.)

You've just answered the question. The first memory you have is of crowding round the camera or plugging it into the TV to watch a nostalgia hit of holiday memories. That's exactly the feeling you want watching your wedding video.

What makes your wedding videos different from the usual cookie-cutter edits?

(Hint: I don’t use soft-focus violin covers of Ed Sheeran.)

You all know the type. A dramatic suspenseful long shot of the venue. Drums and orchestral music announcing your arrival, your family staring whistfully into the camera. Maybe you like that.......but there's a better way.

Is camcorder wedding videography just a TikTok trend?

(Yes—but also no. It’s a vibe. A lifestyle. A rebellion.)

I mean yes obviously it's enjoying a nice moment in the sun, but like super-8mm or disposable film cameras, camcorders are embedded in our cinematic culture, they're timeless, or rather, extremely timelocked.

Okay, but I know the guy with the giant camera and boom mic's going to keep rolling through everything. Do you still capture the important moments, or is it all just ‘aesthetic’?

(I’ll get your first kiss and that one drunk groomsman doing the worm.)

Weddings are more than slow mo cuts of your guests arriving! You're not going to want to watch that back more than once. It's the hidden chuckle at the ceremony, the awkward stares while getting ready, the grins when you first walk down the aisle and the backflip your friend attempts but doesn't quite get to the ever faithful beats of Bruno Mars (other cheesy wedding classics are available). That's the good stuff! That's what you'll want captured.

What kind of couples book a camcorder videographer?

(The cool ones. The chaotic ones. The ones who don’t use the word “hubby.”)

I want you to know I didn't write that last sentence. I've filmed sweet

Isn’t camcorder footage… grainy and low-res?

(Absolutely. It’s called “texture.” Look it up.)

You heard the man. Texture is gold. Plus you won't see how red you look after 8 custom cocktails. I promise.

Will your videos still make my mom cry?

(Yes.)

I might be a little bias, but just watch my films, like look at them. Your mum will cry, over and over again.

Okay I'm liking the sound of this.

(Exquisite.)

Good, any more questions?

How do I know you’ll capture the real vibe of our wedding day?

(Because I’m not hiding behind a gimbal pretending your cousin’s toast is Oscar-worthy.)

This one feels strange. I'm there. I'm rolling, I'm not staging anyone unless they're having fun. I'm lucky enough to choose my couples. So if I don't think we're going to match vibes, I'll pass you on to another of the 3 camcorder videographers in this country. (Elenours lovely though, you'll really like them).

Can you work alongside a traditional videographer?

(Sure, but I’ll be the one having more fun and less gear anxiety.)

I'm not going to lie, I imagine if you're looking at this you're probably thinking, do I need a videographer. The answer is no, you absolutely don't. In fact, more than that - you shouldn't get one. If you're thinking it might not be worth the cost, I've got a whole other blogs on ways to cheap your videography. Go and do that!

Will your footage look good in 20 years?

(Better. Like a wine cooler aged in the fridge of time.)

It certainly can't look any worse, it's already horrifically aged compared to my phone camera.

Do you do destination weddings, elopements, or chaotic backyard keggers?

(Yes to all three, especially the last one.)

Yes. I've filmed in Italy, Scotland, North America, the Carribean, and the Arctic (that sucked ngl). I love travelling and beause my kit's quite light I don't mind chaotic adventures.

Let's cut to the chase, are you affordable?

(That’s literally my entire brand.)

The whole wedding industry has a premium on it, and I do this so I can charge that premium. I'm more expensive than a content creator (just) but about half the price of your average videographer.

Why?

(Partially. But also—I’m really good at what I do.)

I guess I just don't value myself highly.

15. Where can I see examples of your work or book you immediately because I’m already obsessed?

(Oh, so now you’re interested? Keep scrolling.)