Wedding videography in Connecticut

Vows are often quiet, and a camera microphone from the back of a room will not capture them well. We plan separate audio options ahead of time and confirm them with your officiant and venue.

At the reception we check the venue sound system, ask the DJ or band how they will handle microphones, and plan how to record speeches cleanly.

• Lavalier or clip-on mics

  Placed discreetly on the person speaking, if the officiant and the couple are comfortable with it.

• Audio from the venue's system

  Where the venue offers a feed, we can ask whether it is usable.

• Separate recorders near the speaker

  A backup near the officiant or lectern, as a second source.

Tell us how you want the film to feel. Some couples want a quiet, documentary look. Others want a faster, music-led edit. A short film leaves room for the strongest moments, while a longer cut gives the day more time to breathe.

We talk about length and style before the day, and agree on what the final edit includes in writing.

Receptions are often dim, and ceremonies can change between sun and shade in minutes. We ask what the lighting will be and plan how to cover it.

• Ask the venue or DJ if lighting will change during dancing.
• Tell us about candles, projectors or screens that affect the room.
• Plan dances and speeches in the brightest part of the room when you can.

Bring these to the first conversation. The answers shape the coverage and the quote.

• Whether your venue or officiant allows filming, and any rules about microphones.
• Who will speak, and in what order, at the ceremony and reception.
• Songs for the entrance, first dance and ceremony.
• What kind of film you imagine: documentary, cinematic, short or long.
• Which edits you want: highlight, full ceremony, full toasts, social clips.
• How you plan to watch and share the film.
• The reception lighting, if you know it.
• Whether anyone should be left out of the film or shared privately only.