Thank you for trusting us with one of the most meaningful days of your life.
From this moment on, we’re not just your filmmakers. We’re part of your story: listening, getting to know you, and quietly planning how to tell it beautifully. Below is everything that happens next, so you always know where we are on the road to your wedding day
Welcome to Fine Art Wedding Film
Hello, you two.
You just made our day a little brighter.
We're so delighted to begin the journey toward creating your very special wedding film together.
Thank you for trusting us with one of the most meaningful days of your life.
From this moment on, we're not just your filmmakers. We're part of your story: listening, getting to know you, and quietly planning how to tell it beautifully. Below is everything that happens next, so you always know where we are on the road to your wedding day.
Desmond & Vera
Your journey with us
If you've already paid your retainer, here's the road ahead.
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Your date is reserved
Your retainer is in, and your wedding day is officially on our calendar. We're already smiling about it.
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Your next step
Fill in your booking form
Tell us about your day, and share anything specific, like pre-wedding filming, a rehearsal dinner or other events you'd love us to capture.
Open your booking form The form also lists extras, like a love story film, Super 8 footage or a content creator. Simply tick anything that sparks your interest; we'll talk it all through together. -
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Together
Your consultation
Once we receive your form, we'll set up a follow-up conversation to go over your package ideas and filming wishes, and to hear more of your story.
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Paperwork
Your contract
When you're happy we haven't missed anything, we'll send over our standard contract for you to sign.
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Good to know
The rest of your deposit
The remainder of your 50% deposit is due within 30 days of your reservation date.
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A gift for you
Your journal, then your wedding guide
Once we receive your deposit, your journal is on its way to you. Your wedding guide follows soon after, both made to help you enjoy every step of the journey.
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The fun part
Planning, and getting to know you
As your day draws near, we'll stay in touch, and we'd love to see your little video (more on that below). For the months in between, we wrote you a guide: The Story Before the Story. In the final week, we'll send you one more gift to help you savor every moment.
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The big day
Your wedding, and your film
We'll be there, quietly capturing every tender, joyful and breathtaking moment. Then we'll carefully craft the film you'll return to for a lifetime.
The best films start with your story
The more we know you, the more your film will feel like you. A few things we'd love from you, whenever you're ready:
Your Instagram
Send over your handles. We'd love to follow along and catch sneak peeks of your life and wedding planning.
Your wedding hashtag
Have one? Send it our way, so we can find every guest's photo and every happy little moment.
The people who matter
Who can't you imagine the day without? Tell us their names and how you know them, so we never miss their moments.
Record us a little video
Before we ever meet on your wedding day, we'd love to hear your voices. Grab your phone and tell us your story. No script, no pressure: just the two of you.
Your story together
- How did you meet?
- What was your first date like?
- A favorite memory together so far?
About each other
- What do you love most about each other?
- What's one thing they do that always makes you smile?
- Three words that describe them.
Your wedding day
- What are you most excited about?
- Which moment are you most looking forward to?
- What do you hope to remember forever?
Want to make it even more special?
- Record a secret message. Each of you films a few words just for the other, and sends it straight to us. We'll keep it safe, and we won't share it before the wedding.
- Film it somewhere that matters. Where you met, your first home, your favorite walk, or simply the couch where you watch your shows.
- Bring in someone who knows you best. A parent, sibling or best friend can add a sentence or two about the two of you.
- 1–5 minutesis perfect
- Phone sidewaysfor a wider frame
- Face a windowfor soft, natural light
- A quiet spotso we can hear every word
- Keep the bloopersthey're often the best part
How to send it: reply to our email with a link (Google Drive, Dropbox or WeTransfer all work), or send the link to fineartweddingfilm@gmail.com.
Why we ask: hearing how you talk about each other helps us know what to look and listen for on your wedding day.
Your love story doesn't start at the altar
The months before your wedding are part of your story too: the planning, the date nights, the nerves and the laughter. If you'd like, we can film that chapter as well.
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A couple film
A relaxed session, just the two of you, somewhere that feels like yours.
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Your love story, told by you
Your story in your own words, perhaps starting from the little video you send us.
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A save-the-date film
An invitation your guests will remember long before the day arrives.
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A thank-you film
For the families and friends who carried you here, a way to say thank you they can keep.
Or something else entirely. If an idea speaks to you, tick it on your booking form or simply tell us, and we'll dream it up together.
A guide we wrote for you The Story Before the Story A guide to loving well during wedding planning: turning first-dance practice into a weekly ritual, protecting your date nights, and writing your vows little by little. Read the guide →Come say hello
We know some wonderful people
We've worked alongside so many talented wedding professionals, and we'd love to help with recommendations. Just ask.
- Planners
- Venues
- Photographers
- Florists
- Hair & makeup
- Music & DJs
Couple films we love
A few of the couples who let us film their story before the wedding. Press play, and imagine yours.
We can't wait for your wedding day.
Thank you for choosing us to tell your story.
With love, Desmond & VeraFine Art Wedding Film
Crafting legacy through light, love and lens.