Lovereel: Wedding Videography FAQ

Definitely! Contact us ASAP to find out if we're available for your wedding date.

Contact us and we'll email you a quote where you can book us in for your wedding.

We'll always try to accommodate last-minute bookings, but booking early gives you the best chance of securing your preferred date.

Our communication is exceptional and our packages are fully customisable, so you only pay for what you actually want and need. Contact us for a quote and start building your perfect package.

Our customisable quotes include the following services, all of which are completely optional:

• Pre-wedding shoots—online photo gallery and print store access included

• Photography—online photo gallery and print store access included

• Videography—raw footage and combined raw footage included

• Aerial drone video—typically captured prior to ceremony

• Live-streaming—ceremony and/or reception plus you’ll receive a polished version after the date

• Wedding films—four film types to choose from, book before or after the wedding

• Printed photo albums—various album styles to choose from, book before or after the wedding

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You're definitely not our first shy couple! While our team naturally adapts to each wedding's unique vibe, just mention your shyness when you first reach out. We'll make an extra effort to keep things relaxed and candid throughout your day, never pushing you beyond your comfort zone. Plus, our team is genuinely friendly and easy-going—you'll be in wonderful hands!

We've created a handy guide to help you figure out your ideal coverage hours for your wedding day. Get in touch and we'll send it right over!

Whether your day is already planned and you want us to capture it beautifully as is, or you'd rather book us and let everything fall into place naturally with our gentle guidance, we're here for it. We pride ourselves on being flexible because every wedding is unique.

During our time with you, we'll capture all your wedding festivities plus any special surprises you have planned. From bride and groom preparations, wedding ceremony, photoshoots, cultural traditions and customs, tea ceremonies, lawn games, performances, fireworks, reception formalities e.g., wedding party and newlyweds entrance, speeches, cake cutting, first dance, father daughter dance, bouquet and garter toss, newlyweds send-off, and everything in between – we'll be there with our eyes and ears open, ready to document both the planned celebrations and those spontaneous, priceless moments you'll treasure forever.

Contact us and we'll email you a customisable quote.

We have flexible payment options available, including monthly payment plans, so you can choose what works best for your budget.

All packages can be upgraded along the way, so there's no pressure to commit to everything from the start.

We seamlessly blend our photography and videography so you get the best of both worlds—without any awkward interruptions or competing cameras. You'll feel natural and relaxed the whole time, while we capture both stunning photos and films you'll treasure forever.

Booking our combined photo and video coverage means one less thing to worry about! You'll have a seamless team working together to capture your day, ensuring your photos and films perfectly complement each other in style, tone, and lighting. Plus, you save time searching for separate vendors and can trust that everything is in caring, experienced hands.

We'll let you know which of our shooters will be with you closer to your date, but here's what we can promise: they'll be part of our tight-knit team of passionate professionals who work together seamlessly and care deeply about the couples we serve.

Our photo and video package includes two team members: one dedicated photographer and one dedicated videographer. For couples wanting more comprehensive video coverage, we offer the option to add a second videographer. Of course, you can also book our photography or videography services individually.

Each of our shooters brings a minimum of 6+ years experience with 150+ weddings under their belt to your special day. We use professional-grade cameras and audio equipment, so you can relax knowing every precious moment will be captured beautifully.

If one of our photographers or videographers can't make it to your wedding, we'll immediately arrange for another team member to step in. We're proud to say this has never actually happened - we've been there for every single one of our couples on their special day, and we plan to keep it that way!

Absolutely! We'll do everything possible to ensure your day goes smoothly.

We'll use dual SD cards throughout your wedding day for extra security, and after delivering everything to you, we keep all your files safely backed up for at least 3 more months.

Your films and photos are personally crafted by co-founder Kat and her sister Lena to create a story that truly reflects your unique celebration.

Co-founder Chris will be your go-to person leading up to your big day. He believes in building genuine connections with every couple and is always available to answer questions or offer the kind of honest, helpful advice that only comes from truly caring about your experience.

We work exclusively with our in-house team and don't outsource any services.

One photographer works beautifully for most weddings! Our photographer can easily pop between the bride and groom's prep locations to capture those special getting-ready moments, then head to your ceremony. Since the rest of the day flows naturally, a second photographer is usually unnecessary unless you're expecting 100+ guests.

Consider booking a pre-wedding shoot! It's a great way to meet your photographer and get comfortable before your wedding day. Completely optional, of course.

Yes! We keep them as an optional add-on rather than having them built in to our packages, so you can choose what works best for you.

Yes! We'll professionally edit and colour-grade your photos to ensure consistent and beautiful tones. Our style is all about natural enhancement—we won't heavily retouch your images (e.g., remove people, objects, etc.).

No watermarks - your photos are yours to enjoy!

Yes, definitely! All your photos come in high resolution, so they'll look gorgeous whether you're printing them for your wall or sharing the joy online with friends and family. Our photographers are skilled in lighting and composition, so every image captures the authentic emotions and story of your day.

We don't provide raw photographs, but you'll receive beautifully edited photographs that capture the natural essence of your day.

Absolutely! We'll send you a link to your private online photo gallery once it's finished.

Yes, absolutely! Your online gallery is designed to be fully accessible to both you and your guests at no additional cost.

Of course! We've worked with lots of photographers over the years, and many have become wonderful friends and frequent collaborators.

Most of our weddings are beautifully captured with just one videographer, but if you'd love more complete coverage, we recommend booking two videographers. This gives you the best of both worlds - we can be in two places at once and capture even more of your special moments from different angles.

Having two videographers means more flexibility during your preparations and ceremony, plus you'll receive loads of extra raw footage that adds wonderful variety to your edited films. While our photographer can easily move around for quick shots, videography requires more setup time for those beautiful continuous shots you see in films.

Two videographers work especially well when:

• Your venue is intimate with limited space for camera equipment

• You have lots of guests and want to capture even more of their reactions

• There are important cultural traditions or performances you want fully documented

• You simply want maximum coverage and extra raw footage from multiple angles.

We're happy to help you decide what works best for your day!

With 1 videographer: We use 2 cameras during your ceremony and reception speeches, and 1 camera for everything else throughout the day.

With 2 videographers: We use 3 cameras during your ceremony and reception speeches, and 2 cameras for everything else throughout the day.

All footage is captured in stunning 4K quality.

Absolutely! Pop over to our live-stream page for examples and all the details. We do have limited dates available, so don't wait too long!

Raw footage is simply all the unedited video and audio captured throughout your wedding day - think of it as the complete, uncut recording of your entire celebration from every camera angle.

You'll receive everything exactly as it was filmed: all the original files straight from our cameras, neatly organised and filed sequentially. We'll also combine it all into one long unedited video per camera in a format that'll play on any modern TV or computer.

Having your raw footage means you own the complete record of your day forever. You can come back to us years later for additional films, try editing something yourself, or simply enjoy rewatching those candid moments that might not make it into your wedding film.

We film everything in crisp 4K quality! The only exception is slow-motion shots, which are captured in 1080p - but we typically only use slo-mo sparingly for those special cinematic moments.

We'll use professional wireless microphones and backup audio recorders to capture crystal-clear sound during your ceremony and reception speeches, and on-board camera microphones for all other parts of the day.

For the ceremony, we'll typically attach a wireless mic to the main microphone and often place a lapel mic on the groom or celebrant for backup. During reception speeches, we typically attach a wireless mic to the main microphone or to your DJ's sound system.

If needed, we'll set up additional backup recorders to make sure we never miss a moment of your vows or heartfelt speeches.

Yes! We'll email you a selection of songs that perfectly complement your chosen film type, so you can pick the ones that feel right for your story.

Great question! We offer teaser films, highlight films, short films, and feature films to tell your story. You'll find all the details about each film type on our pricing page.

Absolutely! You'll get all the raw, unedited footage and audio from your day - bloopers, candid moments, and everything in between. It's all included in every package.

Of course! You can order just the raw footage on its own. And if you decide later that you'd like a wedding film, the raw footage works perfectly for that too.

Short Films (around 5 minutes) tell your story with audio narrative from your special moments - like your ceremony vows and reception speeches woven together with music.

Highlight Films (around 3 minutes) capture the emotion and energy through natural sounds - laughter, cheers, clinking glasses - paired with beautiful music.

Both films are set to music and showcase the magic of your day, just in different ways! The easiest way to see the difference is to watch them side by side. Here's a Short Film and Highlight Film from the exact same wedding - perfect for comparing the two film types!

Yes! Your films will be hosted online, and we'll send you the link so you can watch and share them with family and friends

Absolutely! We love traveling for weddings and happily cover Sydney and surrounding areas like the Hunter Valley, Blue Mountains, and Southern Highlands. Get in touch to chat about your location.

Travel fees rarely apply - most locations within our service area are included! Get in touch to confirm there's no charge for your wedding location.

Usually no! But for more remote locations and/or extra long hours, we may need to include accommodation costs. Let's chat about your wedding location to confirm.

The only additional fees you might see are parking or rideshare costs if needed to ensure we're in the right place at the right time. These are typically minimal.