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A vlog for your friend’s wedding, good or bad idea?

Imagine: you’ve been invited to the wedding of your closest friends, a grandiose event full of laughter, tears of joy and dancing. You have the brilliant idea of capturing these precious moments on vlog and sharing them afterwards. But is it really a good idea? 

Let’s look at the pros and cons

Capturing priceless memories

The first advantage of making a wedding vlog is that you can capture priceless memories. A wedding is a unique moment full of emotion. By filming, you immortalize moments that you and your guests can cherish forever. Imagine seeing the funny and moving moments of your special day years later. It’s a great way to preserve and relive those memories.

Sharing the event with those who can’t attend

There are always people close to you who can’t attend your wedding for various reasons – distance, work constraints, health problems, and so on. By making a vlog, you allow them to experience the day with you. They can feel the atmosphere, see the key moments and feel connected despite the distance. It’s an original way of bringing people together and sharing moments of happiness.

Creating Unique and Engaging Content

A wedding is an incredible source of unique and engaging content. From the preparations to the evening and the ceremony, every moment is an opportunity to capture something special. Your subscribers will be delighted to see this side of your life, and it may even attract new subscribers interested in the human and authentic side of your channel if you have one. Wedding videos are often made of laughter, tears and touching moments, which makes them very human.

However, making a vlog also means asking yourself the right questions.

Respecting the privacy of the bride, groom and guests

Some people can be uncomfortable with the idea of being filmed, especially at such an intimate and personal moment. It is crucial to respect the wishes of both the bride and groom and their guests. Before taking out your camera, ask for their consent and make sure they agree to appear in your vlog. The last thing you want to do is spoil the mood or make anyone feel uncomfortable.

Enjoy the Event to the Full

Making a vlog can sometimes prevent you from enjoying the event to the full. Between filming, thinking about camera angles, and managing equipment, you run the risk of missing important moments and not living in the moment. It’s essential to strike a balance between capturing memories and enjoying the party. Remember, you’re a guest first.

Vlog Quality

Creating a quality vlog requires time and equipment. If you want it to be high quality, you’ll need to bring a good quality camera, a microphone, extra batteries and maybe even a tripod. Moreover, video editing can be long and tedious. Make sure you have the time and resources you need. A badly edited or poor-quality vlog could have the opposite effect and disappoint your subscribers. 

A few tips:

Before the wedding, discuss your project with the bride and groom. Ask for permission and talk about the moments you’d like to capture. This will help you organize your day and know exactly what you want to film. Good planning will keep you focused and ensure you don’t miss anything important. 

Try to be as unobtrusive as possible so as not to disrupt the wedding proceedings. Use compact equipment and avoid showing off. Remember that you’re there to celebrate the love of your friends, not to be the star of the day. The more discreet you are, the more natural and comfortable your guests will be in front of the camera. 

Film the key moments of the wedding: the exchange of vows, the first dance, the speeches and so on. But don’t forget the little spontaneous moments that make the day unique: a laugh, a hug between friends, a wild dance. These genuine moments are often the most precious and touching. 

A good vlog is above all authentic. Don’t try to over-script or force things. Let the events unfold naturally and capture the emotions as they come. The most popular vlogs are those that show real life, with its imperfections and magical moments. 

Don’t forget to have fun! A wedding is a party, so enjoy the atmosphere, dance, laugh and share those happy moments. Your good humor will be reflected in your vlog and make it even more enjoyable to watch. The more you enjoy filming, the more it will show in your video. 

So, are you ready to give it a go?

Nathalie Dalla Riva. Your Provencal and French Wedding Planner

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