Who are you?
My name is Stu, I’m an experienced professional videographer. In addition to filming & editing wedding films, I work as a freelance lighting camera operator for video production companies across the country. I shoot commercial work, events, corporate films & promotional videos in a variety of situations. My wonderful wife Jodi provides admin, marketing & moral support for Skies Are Blue, without which I would be lost!
Ok, now I’m convinced you’re a real human being. How do we make a booking?
A deposit of £150 will secure the date of your wedding, then the remaining balance is not needed until 1 month prior to your wedding day. Once the booking has been made, I will send out some documents including a confirmation letter & contract for you to sign.
But my wedding isn’t in the UK, is that ok?
Absolutely, I am able to work anywhere in the world, however we would need to discuss additional cost for travel & accommodation. I’d love to shoot your wedding in the Bahamas, but you may be better off with a local supplier. Scratch that, you need me.
Can we talk?
Absolutely, I’ve found the best and most convenient way for everyone is a video call. We can talk as often as you need, but I normally have a chat with you when you are booking and then again a few weeks before the wedding to go over the schedule.
Do you record sound?
Sound is recorded for the ceremony & speeches, but is not used for highlights films. Instead, your moments are edited to music that best captures the feeling of the day. A wireless lapel mic is clipped to the Groom's attire during the ceremony in order to capture clear sound from both the Bride & Groom. Lapel mics will be used on all those doing reading and giving speeches in order to record clear audio. Audio will be used to create the 15 minute film in package 4, usually bits lifted from the ceremony, readings and speeches.
How long will I have to wait for my video(s)?
Editing a wedding film takes time & close attention (if you’re doing it right), which is why I give a lead time of around 3-4 months. It is rare that you would have to wait this long, but it of course depends on my current work load, holidays, time of year etc.
I’ve seen this brilliant film online, can you make mine exactly like that?
I have my own ways of doing things & I do not strive to imitate anyone else’s style of videography. I’m happy to discuss capturing special moments from your day in a certain way, but my wedding videography is a creative process where snap decisions are made using intuition gained from years of valuable experience. I would hope that anyone wanting to book me is doing so because they like my style of films and trust my judgement.
Can we have all the raw footage you shoot on the day?
Would a chef present you with the raw ingredients to a lasagne after you've finished eating?
Can you take photographs on the day too?
No. I know several great photographers though!