Thank you for taking the time to visit Amour wedding videos web site! I am sure you have lots of questions about wedding videography and so I have complied a list of some of the most common questions, with as detailed an answer as I can to each one.

If you have any other questions, that I haven’t covered, please feel free to get in touch, and I can hopefully help you.

John Estcourt

Should we bother with a video, we already have a photographer booked?

I often see this question asked on social media forums. I can speak from my own personal experience, as we had our wedding filmed 30 years ago.

The easy answer is Absolutely! Out of all the different things you will want to book for your wedding, Photography and Video are among the only things that will last longer than the day. A photograph captures a moment in time, a film captures the laughs , the emotion, the sound of your families voices! its capturing family memories, that you can enjoy over and over again.

As the years go by, having these memories captured on film will undoubtably become more important to you.

A quote I often see is, “a brides biggest regret , is not having their wedding filmed!” I tend to agree, My wedding film is priceless to this day, as i now have family on film, I am glad I listened to my wife and had a wedding video (even if it was on VHS Tape )

So, should we bother with a photographer then?

This one is an easy, YES!

A professional photographer brings so much to your wedding day. From little things like helping with the dress, to organising your guests for photos and , of course , capturing stunning images that you will always cherish!

Having worked at weddings where there hasn’t been a photographer, I know that couples have always regretted the decision. A true professional photographer is so much more than just great photos. They really will become your best friends on the day.

If you are not sure about who to choose, please get in touch. having now filmed hundreds of weddings over the last 16 years, I will hopefully be able to point you in the direction of your dream photographer.

What about content creators, aren't they just the same as video?

Content creators really took off over the last couple of years. With the rise of Instagram and TikTok , short clips captured by mobile phone have become popular.

These videos certainly can be fun, and are intended to be watched on your phone.

The advantage is the speed of delivery, because the clips are filmed on a phone, the content can be uploaded immediately with little to no editing.

Instagram and TIKTOK have built in editors and so you only need to add the clips.

So this also means unedited clips can be sent to you the next morning.

t’s the Amazon delivery of the wedding world.

The one myth is that they capture behind the scenes footage and footage your photographer and videographer miss, that is simply NOT true.

Your video captures all the small moments, the guest reactions, the first looks, everything.

So the two distinct differences are, speed of delivery and intended viewing.

If you only watch things on your phone, and never want to watch your film on a large screen TV ,content will be fine.

So, do you offer content creation

Yes, absolutely. If you are interested in content only, please get in touch!

Is drone aerial filming available?

I have been filming using drones for about 8 years. Ever since drones became a thing at weddings. I even went on my Civil Aviation Authority course, to be assessed for commercial filming! So I still hold certificates to prove my experience and full commercial business insurance, specific to drone filming.

I will always try my best to incorporate aerial filming into your wedding film, Sometimes though it’s just not possible.

Sometimes the weather isn’t kind , as drones hate the rain! and also sometimes the wind is just too strong. I have to assess the conditions before each flight. This is to ensure your safety and your guests safety.

Sometimes airspace is also restricted. This can be due to numerous factors , for example airshows or Royal events.

Flying near airports can also sometimes be an issue, as permission is required from the relevant ATC tower before each flight, and also the police should be notified before the day.

Most of these things can be organised in advance, and this is something that is all part of my planning for your special day.

Please feel free to get in touch for a chat.

You mentioned audio, how do you record that?

If you have ever watched a film with the sound off, you will soon realise that sound is as important, if not more important than the actual picture the screen.

Over the years, I have used various equipment and methods of recording the best possible sound for your films.

Through experience and lots of trial and error, I have learnt that there is only one way to clearly capture the sound of your wedding day.

Using on camera microphones, will never work! unless you want a camera inches from you both, as you say your vows to each other!

I use very small, discreet, lavalier microphones and digital recorders for the ceremony and speeches. Most people forget they even have them on and no one else can here what you are saying, whilst you are wearing them.

How do we book? and can we speak with you before?

I love to speak to every couple before they book, although I know this is sometimes difficult with people being in different countries and leading busy lives!

I do like to have a chat before your wedding day though, but again if this isnt possible due to geographical issues , then we can often organise video calls or telephone calls, or simply emails!

I do like to know more about your wedding day though, as it is important to me, to know if there are special evenbts happening throughout the day, to ensure I can capture them for you.

Booking is very easy, please just get in touch, with your venue and date of wedding, Your preferred package, I will then send you a booking form, with all the details on!