(MORE) QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR CYPRUS WEDDING FILM-MAKER 

What your wedding cinematographers love most about their work 

You see in our line of work passion is a very important aspect of what we do. I'd been experimenting with filming long before I began to document weddings and this sheer fascination with the human experience was what led me into pursuing this genre. You do need to know what a film-maker loves most about wedding cinematography, are they trying to create something utterly stirring, something outstanding, something timeless, something that is unexpected and in-between moments, all of the above? The list can go on forever but the answer to this question will help you identify with your cinematographer and feel you're on the same page, hence ease up and enjoy this precious collaboration. 

What is a major theme in their films

Not ALL cinematographers are CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) licensed to fly unmanned aerial vehicles, or carry a C-PFCO (Permission for Commercial Operations) accreditation. And that can make it hard on your special moments should a license be requested. What is more, using a drone during specific hours on a wedding day celebration is something we film-makers take to heart. Outstanding panoramas and sprawling vistas of your Cyprus wedding venue and locations will definitely add a real sense of style and set the scene, sweeping pans and cinematic angles included, but not all hours and not all locales are to be captured. Do ask for more information on your film-maker's drone approach to make certain they meet your expectations and investment. 

More information on your film-maker's drone approach

Some videographers gravitate around more "directed" moments, some are ambiance devotees, others believe in the definitive role of music, use a very specific palette when editing, make real magic in black and white, or leave ample space for spontaneity. Every creator's work, whether knowingly or indeterminately carries their invisible signature, one that is of essence to getting handpicked amongst other wedding videography vendors. Cyprus itself as a destination comes with quite a diversity of vibes depending on location, and this multifariousness does impact the filming style as well. I have noticed several of Nicosia's influences in my own line of work, the old city's ambiance, the lively contemporary scene, the colonial-era facades, the mosques, and the capital's sweet nostalgic feel are always present even when I document films outside its snowflake-shaped Venetian walls. It's classic and sophisticated, escapist and cocooning at the same time. Getting to know my clients is also major in creating my wedding films, and that in itself is a theme.

A wedding cinematographer who invests in audio and curates sound perfectly is essential if you do care about your vows and speeches. Will they be providing you with lapel microphones, or if not, will they be plugging straight into your celebrant's PA to ensure they capture every word during your ceremony? Some wedding ceremony locations do not always encourage the use of microphones, and some venues may be able to provide audio amplification, alas not for the best. But you do want your father's heartfelt words to be captured perfectly in your wedding film!

How your wedding cinematographers handle your vows and speeches

There is no I do, take two as they say. That means your wedding videographer gets only one chance at capturing everything. You do want to know that all your precious moments are safe between the time they are filmed and the time of their edit and delivery. A real pro will immediately back up their RAW footage after an event, sometimes even during, keeping at least two or three copies. One can never be too cautious so do be open about this and ask your wedding videographer about their back-up practices. 

How your wedding film-makers back up their footage

Some film-makers tend to keep their RAW footage for quite some time, even long after the final products have been delivered. As some cinematographers film hundreds of events over the years, they might be deleting the footage after a certain period of time, so you might wish to know what that time is.

How long your wedding footage will be available online or stored after being delivered and signed off on

Although this is hardly a prerequisite, it may be of service to know what your wedding cinematographer and photographer's relationship or work dynamics are. After all, they will need to work side by side, capturing the same moments, without getting in each other's way. If your wedding photographer is traveling from abroad, make sure you connect them to your wedding film-maker and allow them to discuss on this precious and mutual goal, encapsulating your incredible moments of love and happiness in perfect tune. 

If your Cyprus wedding cinematographers have collaborated with your photographer in the past

Your event or wedding film deserves the utmost attention, so you need to make sure your cinematographer has allocated this special time slot and undivided attention to what is happening on your day. In some cases the creator you speak to is not necessarily the one working on your events, so make certain their style and edit is in perfect tune with what you originally sought out. 

What will they actually be filming during your pre-wedding, wedding day, and post-wedding celebrations 

What the wedding film timeline is

If you've been doing your wedding homework you're probably overly familiar with how important timelines are. Just like with your entire wedding timeline and your wedding photography timeline, your wedding cinematography timeline will ensure you extra peace of mind and nothing will arrive as a surprise. While wedding planners and wedding photographers provide you with their timelines and make sure to go by the book, a wedding film timeline may differ slightly as it can include filming surrounding (or destination locations), plus some extra snippets that will augment the ambiance of your wedding film. That is why it is important that these 3 timelines align and complement each other. Getting to discuss with all of your vendors and connecting them to one another during this magical production is key to a truly stunning piece of artwork. 

The soundtrack(s) they will be using for your wedding film, and cinematic shorts. 

Your wedding film soundtrack(s) initially depend on the kind of mood you wish your cinematics to have. Orchestral, edgy, dramatic, romantic, funky, vocal, fresh, every genre can render completely different results. You may also wish to invest in voice acting an expert Cyprus wedding cinematographer can suggest you, and the music should ALWAYS come with a license and be copyright clear. After all you do not wish to upload your wedding teaser on Instagram only to be taken down seconds later.