Oct 28, 2024 | Hawkesdene

I take the time to craft each film as a reflection of your story, individuality and personal style

Distinct Wedding Films for One-of-a-kind Couples

An easy, seamless, INTENTIONAL experience for you and your guests during your intimate wedding weekend.

You want a vendor you can trust to capture all the special moments and feel like a part of the group, rather than a wedding vendor.

A candid, documentary forward approach to your wedding weekend, capturing you, your friends, and family naturally and unposed.

Leslie and Jamie, you’re getting married with your closest family and friends in North Carolina next year, and I'm so excited for you two! I really enjoyed getting to chat with you Leslie and learn more about your story. You shared some insights about why you chose Hawkesdene and how you came to find and connect with my brand. Based on what you told me, you truly value the following things:

I took some notes from the call to make sure I understood exactly what you wanted.

You want a candid, raw styled film that really focuses on capturing you two (and your guests) interacting naturally. No awkward posing, staging, or something that doesn't feel authentic to you as a couple. The ceremony is very important to you, so full documentation of that is a must. Also, there doesn't need to be pressure to do certain traditional things just because. This is YOUR wedding - do what makes you happy.

the day goes by in a flash, and i know you want to soak it all in. my approach is to document rather than direct.

You deserve a videographer that will allow you to be present and have FUN during your wedding day

features:

"ryan seemed to genuinely be on a mission to capture our day in the best way possible" - alex & carlo

I've said it a few times already and I'll say it again - I really think we have a similar style and eye for what we want a film to look like. Candid, raw, authentic, and just letting moments unfold.

matching style

I love working with people, and I know you're hiring vendors with a very intentional eye. It truly takes a village to pull off a wedding day, and the easier everyone can be to work together, the smoother everything goes.

smooth process

My number one value is to allow my couple to feel as comfortable as possible during the wedding weekend. This is YOUR day, and so whatever you need, I want to be attentive to that.

Personal Attention

The amazing things your client receives every time:

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5945

12 hours Wedding Day Coverage
Rehearsal Dinner coverage
Story Session Short Film (activity of something you two like to do together)
7+ min highlight film
Full Ceremony Edit
Raw footage access
Social media teaser

The Fireworks

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7500

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packages tailored to fit your needs

Custom Collections

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Rehearsal Dinner Coverage
5+ minute highlight film
Full Ceremony Edit
Social Media teaser

The Flame

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8 Hours Wedding Coverage
3+ minute highlight film
Full Ceremony Edit

The Embers

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"our final video was amazing! we couldn't be happier...it was absolutely perfect. showed some romance, showed the fun, and showed the personalities!"
- alexa and alex

Whereas some companies may just treat you like a number more than a name, I really want to be more like a friend to you than just a vendor.

You'll be hanging out with me more of the wedding day than your own spouse, which sounds crazy when I say it but it's actually the truth. And I don't mean to brag, but I'm a pretty solid hang.

more than a vendor

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Others overload their calendars, packing weddings into every available weekend. Yeah, no thanks.

Due to the personal nature of filmmaking, I really make an effort to get to invest into my couples prior to the wedding day. Therefore, I take on a limited number of clients per year.

not a volume brand

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Whereas most vendors only offer digital footage, I give the option for Super 8 footage to be added on, as a way to weave together a unique combination of film and digital video for your wedding film. I also welcome any phone videos you may want to share with me to be included into your film.

Nostalgia, Anyone?

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A lot of competitors have a template and system in place for editing. They rinse and repeat poses and storylines for quick turnaround.

I take the time to craft each film as a reflection of your story, individuality, and personal style.

No cookie cutter Film

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Other filmmakers prioritize the needs of the film over the desires of the couple. With my signature documentary style, I never pull my couples away from the party. So, I'll document each aspect of your day with creativity, attention to detail, and artistry.


Seize the Moment

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β€œRyan made the wedding look FUN. And that's way more our style. Plus communicating with Ryan was extremely easy and our personalities matched perfectly!

- Alexa and Alex

Ever since I was a young kid, I've had a camera in my hand. I've been so blessed to be able to make a business out of something I'm very passionate about. Being able to work with couples who I get to call friends is so insanely cool. Now let's party!

i love serving people and creating art that will last well beyond my years

ryan sims - husband, live music junkie, bourbon Consumer

I picked this gallery because while you aren't getting married in Belize, there is a similar sentiment with this couple and you: they wanted to do the wedding the way they wanted. I really appreciate your approach for intentionally picking a wedding that feels right for YOU.

melina & nick

This is an obvious one to highlight for you given the venue, but Hawkesdene was the perfect escape for this NYC couple to slow down and spend 3 days with their friends and family who made the trek. They were able to truly unplug, get all their friends and family in the same place, and enjoy time spent together.

Olivia & Logan

I've selected a few images specifically for you from some of my recent weddings. I hope you can connect with these galleries and stories.

Gallery Highlights

i want to serve my clients at the highest level, so i only take a limited number of weddings.

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Please let me know if y'all have any questions about what you've read here.

I'll follow back up with you guys in a couple of days if I haven't heard from you. I'm open to either email or jumping back on the phone to walk through which package/services are best for you guys. When you're ready, I will send an agreement that states the services y'all are securing, as well as a link to pay a 30% deposit to officially secure your date. Excited to chat soon! 

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