When you think of robust wedding video industries, the Philippines comes to mind, Canada and the U.S. too. But Australia? Not if this article had appeared in EventDV’s early years, say, in 2004 or 2005. Up until then, wedding videographers in the Antipodes had done for their industry’s reputation what Darwin had done for creationism. But as our trade magazine was taking shape, so too was the wedding and event video industry Down Under.

The Aussies have scrunched their industry’s evolution into the blink of an eye, leaving videographers stateside blushing. Sure, video producers in the U.S. have advanced by leaps and bounds, outgrowing the proverbial sweatsuit in favor of rock-star duds. Wedding videos have gone from totally cheap to totally chic. And they morphed into films along the way.

In an easy parallel (albeit a decade later, and advancing in double-time), the wedding filmmaking industry in Australia is on the fast track to a similar notoriety. Along for the ride-no, in the (right-side) driver’s seat-are Aussies Peter Szilveszter of Living Lens, Rochelle Morris of Sauvignon Media Creations, Dave Cowling of D ‘n’ M Films, Susanto (Santo) Widjaja of Paper Cranes Productions, and Abraham Joffe of Untitled Film Works.

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As Asher speaks of this very important day, their wedding day, he reflects and acknowledges how they value each person’s presence. There are no better people to share a wedding day than those who care about you. Asher & Alia are surrounded by these people who have made their day even more beautiful.

The day even with rain was priceless as we captured some of the fun, laughter and priceless moments.

With the amazing talents of Andrew Noble as photographer, enjoy the feature film of Asher & Alia.

I have been thinking about what I could compose for Ante & Rowena’s feature film and somtimes I think simple is best. As I watch this clip I know how important the connections that these two people have with the people around them. They have grown up with their friends – and their friends have grown to be like their family.

One of our very distinct characteristics of our company is finding what makes our clients different. With Ante & Rowena we have a blending of two different cultures – Croatian & Chinese. Like anything in life, the scales need to be balanced and with their wedding day, balance was definitely there. With the candid and fun nature of the bridal party there was joy, tears & laughter.

I welcome you to share our feature film of Ante & Rowena

Maharani Weddings
It’s a great honour to be invited by a highly respected company such as Maharani Weddings to contribute to their blog. Soon after being awarded the Rising Star status in Event DV, I had been contacted by Kalah, Director of Sales who had watched our trailer clip. She was so impressed by what she had seen and even more so that our company was headed by me, a female. Maharani Weddings is also a female run company and an advocate for women in business. It’s a true honour to be asked to cotribute to their site and share our work.

Film-y Friday Finale all the way from Australia!
With the weekend around the corner, I know everyone is getting ready to pack up and call it a day. But before you head out the door for a weekend full of brunches, lunches, and mani pedis, I have the most scrumptious treat for you. All the way from Melbourne, Australia comes this magical highlight reel from Sauvignon Media Creations. This video made me fall out of my chair, twice. The first time, I was in shock about how our little company has spread its wings all the way to the land down under. And, second because for the cinematography junkie in me, it’s a DREAM.

This was one world wind of a wedding. We have over the last year, met with a few wedding planners and the Concierge to the Bride is actually the first one we have “officially” filmed a wedding with. Our very good friend & colleague Andrew Noble from Andrew Noble Photography, referred us to them.

As this wedding was taken on board by the planners 2 weeks prior to the event, Andrew & I were both booked on the Tuesday prior to their big day. In such a brief time it was obvious how much Chao & Jacki loved each other. I said this to Jacki and she asked me how I knew. We have filmed so many wedding and it doesn’t take much to notice LOVE.

Love can be a touch of a hand, a gentle smile, tender kiss or a comforting arm – I could see this instantly as Jacki rested her head on Chao’s shoulders after an obviously busy day of planning…it was after all literally days before the BIG day.

Congratulations to all the teams who performed amazingly to make the day & night a huge success for Chao & Jacki. A huge thank you to Marcus for coming on board with short notice to support us on this Same Day Edit. To Dean, you are an amazing editor & a talented film-maker…a tremendous job given the few hours of sleep prior and the huge of task of making sure all the amazing stories of the day were captured.

Event DV is an international videographer’s resources guide that awards producers around the world. Since 2006, members of our wedding film-making community have been among the Top 25. Last year I was among the 25 finalist. This year I have been voted as one of the 9 “Rising Stars” as voted by our international community.

Rochelle is a true leader in Australian filmmaking with co-founding Exposed Down Under. She is truly passionate about furthering women in the filmmaking industry and has done so much to support POSH.—Reagan Zugelter, Studio Z Films and POSH

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As an avid support of females in the film-making industry, POSH is a major event that I forsee bringing women forward to the limelight. There are so many talented women who are either working their own studios or are pivotal & leading their team. The film-making industry like many others, have been primarily dominated by men and although there is no intention for our world to be dominated by women, recognition of our influences is changing. I am truly humbled by the comments of Reagan Zugelter, who is one of the Top 25 world film-makers.

The featured clip is that of Anujan & Narayani’s Wedding trailer. This was my first 5D experience and the imagery that our combined teamwork produced is brilliant. Working with DSLR’s are much harder than video cameras because there are so many different variables to aware of. I will still however say that a camera doesn’t make you a good film-maker. The more I have been priveledged to work alongside Dean who is an amazing teacher plus network with our world industry colleagues, the more I value the storytelling elements pivotal to a wedding film.

It truly is an honour to be voted among these elite group of professionals and I’m proud to say that of the 9 finalists, 5 are Australians. I also congratulate Daniel Cartwright, Dave Cowling, Abraham Joffe & Santo Widjaja.

Ain’t they so cute
Lol, well I think so anyway…I love how Francesco – AKA Frank, kisses Elianne at the altar with such tenderness – and she has the most divine innocence as she smiles back.

So to their story. Elianne was referred to us by her cousin Pierre & his beautiful wife Mary. We filmed Mary & Pierre last year and it was a natural following that all the best suppliers were people that Frank & Elianne enquired about. Leading to their day was hectic and these two planned such an amazing wedding. All I can say was that it was a full reception celebration…fireworks, dancers and off course our Same Day presentation.

Celebrating their wedding day at Sacred Heart in Kew Melbourne, with their reception at the Ashton Manor.
In was uber cool to have Peter Szilveszter from Living Lens join us and photographer Jodee from Field of Vision.

Our clients are amazing. This week Dean has headed off to New York with Dave from DnM Wedding Films to interview and spend time with one of our beautiful couples. They aren’t there to shoot a wedding but a pre-wedding…we call it a life story because our belief and approach is to go beyond traditional and delve deeper. The premier of this clip will be on their wedding day in December this year…it almost feels like ages away but no doubt it will come soon.

Today is their first day of their journey & they headed of to do some shopping – no, not for clothes but for gear. B&H in New York is an iconic location and a producer’s dream shop. They have then journey to meet up with Kristen from Artifact Documentaries. As I write, they are headed to meet up with my client for dinner. I can’t wait to share some of the photos that Dave has been taking and cannot wait to hear their updates of their 1st day – will keep you posted

There is beauty, colour & magic in a traditional Hindu wedding. In true style, this teaser represents all these elements with a pinch of mystery & a touch of aura.

Narayani had contacted me to film their wedding celebration. She was a referral from one of my very beautiful brides who celebrated their wedding a year prior. Cultural weddings are always an amazing event to film. There is always loads of energy and an amazing amount of aspects to capture.

Filmed at the Shri Shiva Vishnu Temple in Carrum Down and reception at Luxor in Taylor’s Lakes, it’s a priveledge to showcase the wedding trailer of Anujan & Narayani

Yes, “Finally”

As many marriages would have it, they are a union of a couple that have know each other for many years. So is the case for Siwei & Esther & oh what a day it was.

Siwei contacted me last year as he searched for the right producer that would characterise his day with awesome shooting and ultimately an awesome edit. I think I may have spoken to him many times before he left to Hong Kong for his new job. It was only after meeting Esther and her sister that they decided that we were the one to make it happen for their wedding film. In the end, I only met Siwei at his rehearsal which was like a day or so prior.

In corresponding with Esther, it’s so obvious why Siwei loves her…she has a beautifully kind nature about her, which complements the more charismatic & “out there” personality of Siwei.

So to their day. We started off early at Esther’s There was going to be loads of games followed by 2 traditional tea ceremonies. As I was listening to what the girl’s planned for Siwei’s initiation to the family, I couldn’t help giggle at the thought of what he had to do. In true fashion it was absolutely hilarious to see the guys complete their challenges.

Following this, Mauro from Dezine by Mauro, took the group to some beautiful locations and the day was completed by the ceremony & reception at Leonda by the Yarra.

Sit back & enjoy Siwei & Esther’s highlight