Your West Midlands Wedding - Apr/May 2019 (Issue 61)

Our experts solve your wedding worries Caught on film A friend has offered to film our wedding for us, but we’re reluctant to. What are your thoughts? Wynne says: It might be an added expense in your wedding budget but professional videography is well worth the cost. Your wedding video will be something to look back at and relive the excitement of the day so here are three great reasons to choose a professional. The power of editing: Professional editing turns a documentary account of your celebration into a vibrant film that enhances the footage filmed on the day. Techniques include adding special effects, coordinating the images to a soundtrack, adding strategic stills, and speeding up or slowing down certain moments in the video. The videographer is doing a job: The key difference between employing a videographer and having a guest film your wedding is that the former will not be socialising and will not miss any of the key moments of your day, whether it be your first kiss, your arrival, or the bouquet toss. Having a family member filming may mean that they overlook some of the events a videographer would capture due to their pursuit of revelry and they would want to enjoy your big day as a relative. Ensuring you receive a quality video: The quality of a professional wedding video will be far superior to one filmed by a guest. There will be no wobbly camera movements or out of focus shots that you would find in an amateur video, with a videographer also having the knowledge of lighting and how to work best with the venue. Wynne Jones | Capture it Videos | capture-it-videos.co.uk BOOKING ESSENTIALS My husband-to-be and I are looking for transportation to our spring wedding for ourselves, three bridesmaids, my father and two groomsmen. We really have no clue on what we should be asking, what would you advise? Julie says: Whilst you may feel you need to provide your exact requirements, make sure you ask for their advice, suggestions and guidance, after all they are the experts! Here are a few key questions to ask: 1. Do they offer discounts if you book more than one car? 2. How many passengers do their vehicles carry? Some vehicles e.g. VW Campervans and Rolls Royce Launderettes can carry six or seven. 3. Are they able to do multiple journeys or pickups? If your locations are close together, this is a good way to reduce cost. Usually the groomsmen need to arrive well ahead, giving the opportunity for the vehicle to return to pick up the bride and bridesmaids (even from different addresses.) 4. Do they offer viewing appointments? Most reputable companies will encourage this, if you have only seen photos this is a must to check the quality and condition of the vehicles 5. What do they include in the price? Many companies offer extras at no additional cost eg, ribbons and bows, dressing the cars for the photos, baskets of goodies for the journey, romantic drive for the bride and groom. Julie Beresford | Nothing But Wedding Cars | nothingbutweddingcars.co.uk HOT TOPIC 100