How to Shoot a Wedding Video Solo

[@Κίκο-ξ3ε]

*Notes* 1. Get there very early and check your equipment 2. Plan your shots beforehand 3. Use Glidecam (for tracking or wide shots) and some handheld footage (in case the place gets all crowdy or in case you want to shoot smth close-up) 4. Keep these two cameras separate 5. Don't be *too* involved/get in the way, be a fly on the wall. 6. Adjust white balance when changing location 7. Don't record the entire wedding, only the shots you'll probably use 8. Get a wide variety of shots (different angles) 9. Wait for the key moments and catch those reactions 10. Shoot in 60fps ( so you can make some slow motion too), use double shutter speed and a camera with built in stabilization 11. Stabilize handheld material by moving your body (not only your hands) 12. 50mm for portraits (obviously) 13. Get close to get those pictures 14. Interact with other photographers 15. When dancing move with the music and do handheld stuff mostly

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Ella Havia 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Κίκο-ξ3ε]

@@kyleloftusstudios Oh, thanks for the tips ✌️😂

[@Κίκο-ξ3ε]

@Samuel Forster You're welcome, I always take notes when watching photography related content 😂

[@ad7ianchannel424]

Thank you for the notes

[@Jaymediatzonline]

Thanks for tips

[@ishmy]

watched a lot of wedding tutorials, but this one stands out how to shoot solo simple and straight and forward ! subbed to ur channel cheers!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

means so much to hear that friend, glad to help!

[@josemalig3375]

No

[@boahandarrowsproductions4326]

True words.

[@vonzyper7086]

Prob one of the best wedding video tutorial I’ve seen in a while. You keep it short, simple, & stick to your main points. Beautiful, I would love to see a 60 second glimpse of your work at the end of your videos, it would give the viewer more of a look at the shots your getting. But other than that, you killed it. 🤙🏼

[@kyleloftusstudios]

VonZyper much love I’ll definitely consider that for the future!

[@jaecrawford7442]

Just came back here to say that I watched this video a while ago and I just finished my first solo wedding gig! Used all these tips and it was AMAZING!! Editing the video now.

[@islaah818]

Last lines.... B happy Stay connent with family Enjoy the moment Don't over think

[@kyleloftusstudios]

you got it!

[@jonopress1795]

Mate. Absolutely in love with your colour grade. Nothing hectic. Just rich, and full colours with perfect skin. Subscribed.

[@LaloRacer1]

Very helpful! My third wedding shoot is coming up and I will definitely be using some of these tips! Keep it up man!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

appreciate that friend and bet!

[@UndefinedBailiwick]

How do you keep your gear from getting damaged and/or stolen?

[@LanceJadeTv]

The best solo photographer ever ,you can make a very good film out of how you take photos and videos.

[@AlbertoMendoza]

This was great, I definitely have a lot more confidence shooting weddings solo.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Alberto Mendoza rock on! 🤘🏻

[@atilla1950]

I had to comment on this video. You put a lot of effort to show your workflow. I was awaiting that you talk and only show a few videos about your process, but no, you put everything in detail, not showing only the gear, but HOW you do it with the help of another person filming you while you are showing your process at a wedding. Exceptional content and behind the scenes. Thank you very much for this!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Tanks so much, I’m glad you got a lot out of it!

[@lptstudiosllclarrypopthoma9250]

This is awesome! Getting ready to shoot my first wedding and this video really gave me more confidence! Thanks man!!

[@photojunkysdronezonevlog]

Excellent video and great advice. My friend begged my to do his wedding after getting sticker shock when pricing a videographer for his large wedding. He was desperate and offered me a little cash so I finally gave in. I have all the equipment but am NOT a wedding guy. I told him, you'll get what you paid for and he completely understood. He keeps on telling me no pressure and he wasn't going to have a videographer in the first place. I told him if I do it I am all in which means hours of video and editing. People who don't do this do not understand the amount of work that goes into filming. So now I am off to the facility a day early to scope it out and get some drone footage. Wish me luck.

[@GauravShresthaToruk]

Good Luck☺️

[@Kristianm]

He explains this so perfectly,as a beginner I can understand this very well,im looking forward for more tutorials from you

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Right on man dive into my rabbit hole I've got a bunch haha!

[@Gladingson1]

Nobody has ever broken down this piece of info into my head....You nailed every little bit of details needed, KUDOS SIR KAL

[@dadabee36]

Great piece. If I may add, you gotta emphasize on sound recording, especially when you pause and switch lens, angles, cameras during speeches and vowels, the sounds will cut off too so you will need a zoom to record all your sound from church to reception separately for post, of course while making sure you record all other sounds via mic on camera too as backups.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Yes of course, however this video is focused on just how to shoot a wedding highlight video on your own not a full wedding ceremony recording.

[@kthx1138]

Multicam ceremony, toast speeches and dances are a must if you're delivering these events in full-length.

[@Quicez]

Thank you for this! I am about to shoot my first wedding ever and I was scared as hell tbh before I saw this video. Thank you!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Glad to help, don't stress you'll do great just have fun with it!

[@kanwala9174]

MR. AND MRS. O'TOOLE!!! I absolutely LOVE signed sealed delivered omg that reference made me so happy. Great stuff, thanks so much for the insight!!

[@smithmaw11]

This was a great tutorial! Thanks for putting this together! I have two weddings to do in a few weeks!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Matthew Smith Rock on man, let’s get that bread! 👏🏻

[@woosherdooser357]

The best informative and most simplistic wedding (solo man camera take)

[@ismailbabatunde8104]

This tutorial is so helpful. Now I have some confidence

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Ismail Babatunde ehhh love hearing it!

[@Umidjon_21]

Great tips, I will be shooting my first weeding tomorrow, will try my best to make a use of those tips.

[@AxeStudios]

This is a great video thank you, I was feeling nervous about filming my first wedding video but now I feel a lot more confident!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

glad to help friend!

[@dragonflymedia3979]

Kal, you are awesome dude, I mainly shoot luxury property and do the odd wedding here and there. After looking how relaxed you are with very little gear has made me think about the weddings I do shoot, thank you

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Much love, glad I helped instill some confidence, you got this!

[@rogueproductions65]

I'm doing my first wedding tomorrow... have 6 booked for 2020. Lol this helped alot!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

that's awesome, have fun and bring in that bread! :)

[@larsosejohansen]

Rogue Productions How did it go?

[@rogueproductions65]

@@larsosejohansen went really well!! I didnt have much to work with. I'll send a link!

[@larsosejohansen]

Rogue Productions I saw it! Pretty good for a start I must say, just shot my first paid festival/concerts. Not out on KZbin yet, as there is someone else editing the footage from the whole weekend.

[@rogueproductions65]

@@larsosejohansen nice!!! Let me know when it's done. I shot mine on a Nikon D750 free hand on a 50mm

[@MileMarker4k]

dude! this video is EXACTLY what I was trying to find. thank you for all the great info perfectly balanced for someone that is learning but doesn't want to come off like a beginner

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Glad it was helpful!

[@albertdc_]

"Don't over think it, have fun, smile, laugh, make them smile or laugh"

[@kyleloftusstudios]

you got it!

[@franciszekkania2540]

And cry while watching so shaky, dark and unsynced video

[@abdulabadkumbati664]

That doesn't even help one bit, such an unrealistic and generic advice

[@christianabueva2335]

in my experience in wedding videography the very best thing you really need to do is have fun. don't pressure yourself just enjoy it and the idea will follow :) Thanks man !

[@kyleloftusstudios]

very true!

[@christianabueva2335]

Thank you for the wonderful video brother :)

[@BaileytheIllustrator]

Wooooo dude this is WHAT I HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR

[@kyleloftusstudios]

I GOT CHU FAM!

[@rokpodlogar6062]

you're really good at this. hopefully not many people watching this go out and try to film their best friends' wedding.

[@whosdatshoota]

Nice video mate! Shooting my first solo wedding tomorrow. Nervous af! 😂

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Don't stress, be a fly on the wall, capture all the details and have fun with it!

[@MarkTabilon]

We started our wedding videography a couple of years ago and this is the most helpful video that I can apply on filming weddings! Thank you!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

my pleasure Mark, so glad to help my man!

[@rrafaelpaz]

Great video mate! Have my first wedding in couple of weeks and your video was very useful! Cheers

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Awesome, glad to help friend!

[@andreasholmm]

how did it go

[@rrafaelpaz]

​@@andreasholmm Had some issues with the photographer, first time filming with a photographer so didn't count would be a bit tricky to share shots with the photographer. My advice would be to be aware you will be shooting with other people and try to impose your shots. Overall I think I did pretty well, but my video could be better if I had imposed my shots, but in the end of the day the clients loved the video and also this is all learning process for me. Here's the video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r3rPdo1tbMl6gLc

[@andreasholmm]

@@rrafaelpaz wow thats nice :) how did you get the voices? Did you record them after? Otherwise that would be a good idea.

[@rrafaelpaz]

@@andreasholmm Thanks mate! I used the filmmaking kit from Rode : www.rode.com/wireless/filmmaker which I thought would be easier to set up and don't worry about sync the audio. So the audio came straight to the camera. There's a transmitter and a receiver. Here's a video how it works: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIi6haSapbWXbas . I know I lot of people prefer to record the audio with a different device (audio recorder), but I went with this Rode kit

[@MatthewBrooksimages]

Watching this video on my way to shoot a wedding. So stoked.

[@gmolina]

Great video! Love the variety of shots and pace! Just wondering, do you ever record sound of vows, speeches, etc? Keep it up! Cheers!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

I do but only if the client makes a special request as I think it is a lot of extra work for not that much of an upgrade in pay.

[@martinlopez3116]

This is the first video I see from you and I've love how you have explained. Thanks also the person who helped you recording those clips, that way everybody understands perfectly, good job!

[@63MacGuy]

Do you use 2 nd or 3rd camera (Tripod) on the ceremony or toasts to capture everything that you missed when your moving around Great video.!!!

[@UndefinedBailiwick]

I would be paranoid about having a camera damaged or stolen when its on a tripod by itself...

[@zacka.]

Thank you SO MUCH for this video! You don't know how it helps. You are a true professional.

[@DeogratiusJrMichael]

This is so professional..

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Much love bro!

[@szilagyipeter6698]

I am quite experienced with wedding videography, but I am quite a perfectionist and get a little anxious before shoots, so your video was a really soothing experience to reaffirm that I indeed do good work and don't need to overthink it. Thank you :D

[@kyleloftusstudios]

I got you!

[@elementalview1]

You haven't mentioned anything about a 2nd camera, bolted down or on a tripod. I always 2 additional cameras for ceremony and reception shots. Nice video!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

I don't I focus on highlight films and don't bother with full recordings I don't find the payout is worth the time invested. And I only do weddings for fun, they are not my mine line of work so again I stray from any full records.

[@UnauthorizedCreations]

I"m going to be doing my first wedding and this was very helpful.

[@TrellblazerMedia]

Nice! My biggest question tho, HOW do you capture your angles of bride and groom etc. during the actual ceremony?

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Move from the left to the right side and use the front and center as well as the aisle, you have generally 15-22 minutes to work with so that should be plenty of time to get a few different angles from each side an towards the end stick to dead center.

[@jasonmason066]

Thank you. Excited to try ot some of these things at a wedding. Volunteering my camera and videography skills to my cousins wedding coming up.

[@CharlieHudgins]

I have a wedding to shoot this coming Saturday, and I’m pretty scared. I’m using one camera, and doing a mix of photos and videos. Any more tips that could help? I loved the video! And I subscribed and hit the bell!

[@bmar400]

How was it?

[@martinhorvath3136]

Best tutorial I’ve seen, thank you very much!

[@kaeliemaberry20]

I’ve been photographing weddings for years and tomorrow is my first video😬 Do you record any audio during the ceremony?

[@kyleloftusstudios]

10000% if requested by the client and built into the contract but if not, then no, it's extra work and stress.

[@commandux]

Nice lut

[@balivlogreview]

i really hate it when the flashes from PG's speedlight get into my perfect-shot-wanna-be footage, repeatedly.

[@garwooi]

The only way is to cut out the frame or accept it? :-[

[@benjamin.kelley]

Why can't they just get Sonys and shoot low light. Flash is stupid.

[@gilbertogranados3018]

this truly was one of the best wedding films Ive seen so far, Im feeling so freacking pumped right now because of this guy man, awesome

[@kyleloftusstudios]

ROCK ON, LET'S GET IT!!!

[@TeeWoods_]

man this video was amazing, i really really appreciate the free advice, def got a sub from me, do u have a video on how to properly use the glide cam?

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Love hearing it man and I don't at this time but there are a ton of great resources out there.

[@moichful]

One of the best videos in this subject I've seen. Great job.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Thank you!

[@yancongcai8460]

Hi! Love your content. Would like to know what picture profile do you use to sync the colours better? Because you use both Canon and Sony. I always wanted to know how.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Cine 5 and took the saturation and sharpness down to about -2

[@yancongcai8460]

Thanks!! I will give it shot!

[@jamisonjenkins6675]

Damn. This was incredibly useful! You laid out a lot of good information. Keep creating dope content like dis!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

you got it!

[@ocaradospasseios]

More important than others tips is: ninja walking.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

come to live a little hahaha yes you must finesse the ninja walk always haha 😂 👏🏻

[@meldajeanphotographyfilm3543]

Kal thanks for this video. I just booked my first wedding for October here in West Texas and I'm super excited.

[@AngeloDau]

the photographer is using the flash trying to make it bounce in the sky, this makes me laught. I enjoy the video, thanks

[@kyleloftusstudios]

hahahaha

[@ay1ism]

@ Angelo Dau; are you a photographer? if not, I forgive you for your ignorance. If you use difusser, which the photographer clearly used, it spreads the light so pointing the flash upward doesn't necessarily mean the photographer is bouncing off the flash. Also, it could be that he just came out of the venue and hasn't had the time to make adjustment.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

@@ay1ism ehhh let's all keep the negativity off my channel please, good vibes, encourage and constructive criticism ONLY, much love!

[@ay1ism]

@@kyleloftusstudios I understand you but angelo started it when he try to mock the photographer. Anyway I hold no grudge to anyone and I love everyone. Peace.

[@AngeloDau]

@@ay1ism This is funny, I'm a ProPhotographer (1999 till today) but you're not, I saw you history and you, 2 month ago, saw a video "Tricks for using FLASH without KILLING Ambient Color" trying to understand how a simple single portable flash works. . (another point) don't you think that you can learn a lot more asking for explanation rather than be aggressive on youtube? write me in private and I can give you free suggestion, or I can give you a whole private lesson if you need/want it (I teach in a local photography school, too). if you want to grow learn to ask, when you are not understanding. see you

[@sonnic1995]

How long should a "regular" video be? what's the common length?

[@simon3744]

If you make just a trailer the film should be about 3-5min long.If it's a film the most common length is between 8 and 15 minutes

[@albertcortez5536]

Thanks a lot bro you did gave a courage for me to shoot solo. God bless brother

[@carlomarcelino9184]

Thanks for the tips but I suggest, never leave your camera and stabilizer on that position like in 3:04 . One wrong move and disaster is just waiting to happen.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Carlo Marcelino insurance does wonders, athos has got you covered easily!

[@JazzyHamster_ar]

@@kyleloftusstudios Still, you are risking one of the cameras you're counting on for that event. This is one fantastic video, nonetheless! Thank you for sharing your advice

[@kyleloftusstudios]

@@JazzyHamster_ar got to risk it to get the biscuit

[@mev1982]

Great video , lots of information that is very useful. Thanks for sharing. But yes that one thing was disturbing.

[@wareproduction8779]

Agreed not a good idea to leave it like that in an evironment where bodies are walking all over the place racing against time.

[@MrAl4salone]

Awesome video. Thanks a lot. I have been looking for a video like especially this one.

[@XavierPil]

Great job great energy. Why 30fps and not 24?

[@kendraantoine3952]

What a great lecture, learned so much within 14 minutes, thank you so much for sharing your experience. I will truly take heed to everything that has been said.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

rock on, you'll do great!

[@kendraantoine3952]

Thank you Kal Visuals

[@kyleloftusstudios]

@@kendraantoine3952 anytime!

[@blueflowerfilms5933]

So helpful! Thanks for sharing what you have learned. Subbed

[@kyleloftusstudios]

my pleasure, thanks for subscribing

[@LaCheston]

You did a really good job shooting this by yourself.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

thanks mate

[@Juanmap77]

Amazing men! So good! I loved it. God bless you more

[@kyleloftusstudios]

much lOVE!

[@peacecoolz71]

Hi from Malaysia.. Nice tutorial.. This is really good for beginner..

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Hi from the USA!

[@alvinforest101]

OMG! teaching made simple! I have learnt a lot. Keep it up. The best so far i have come across.

[@quansahebominash7137]

woow this is very dope .. i really love your works .. hoping to learn from you mostly .

[@kyleloftusstudios]

quansah ebo minash right on

[@KrissyDConqueror22]

Your video and advice makes me feel comfortable and I appreciate it very much. I am just starting out, never did a wedding video before and yours is the first one I found here on my research and it was insightful since thank you sir.

[@nat4466]

easily one of my favorite informative behind the scenes shoots. incredibly amazing content!!!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Much love, glad to hear it

[@aluyaaugustinaomonzusi3541]

This tutorial was really helpful Thanks alot... subbed to your channel, I'd like to learn more from you.

[@maxboy5094]

I appreciate you making this video. I am currently trying to grow my business and this video really helped!

[@iamBraga]

Randomly came across your video. Loved it. Thank you for sharing this........ SUBSCRIBED!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Ehhh welcome to the squad, love hearing it mate!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Ehhh welcome to the squad, love hearing it mate!

[@edwinprado5620]

I filmed my 1st (paid) wedding 3 weeks ago by myself and without realizing it (using common sense) I did some of this stuff . Had 2 different handheld cameras and a drone, but watching this video made me realize where I was lacking which Is good because I'm looking to get better

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Edwin Prado awesome Edwin that’s great to hear and it’s only up from there

[@TahsinAbedin]

I love your persona!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Tahsin Abedin thanks so much! 😊🙌🏻

[@andikkristian6023]

Damm CANON EOS 5D MARK IV & SONY a7s I am very confident when using this tool good job......

[@michaelwarning3025]

Was wondering why you looked familiar... turns out you were in my 2018 lighting class! Good on yah man, keep up the good work and thanks for the help!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

ayeee much love Michael!

[@GeraldPined]

the best tutorial about a complete work that i've ever seen! thanks!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Really appreciate that bro, glad to help!

[@nheledisonibanez5752]

thanks for this video it helps a lot to me as a beginner! you truly inspiration!

[@cristiano-jri7]

Thanks men

[@allenmoore9848]

Fabulous tutorial, and it really highlights how long your day must be filming, not even considering the edit time back at home.

[@benniem8898]

Thanks for sharing quite helpful content

[@rob_haberman]

This is great! Love it

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Robert Haberman thanks man!

[@rogermonteroyarleque2655]

Saludos desde Piura Peru. Aunque no entiendo nada de ingles pero viendo tu video me ayudo mucho. Gracias

[@GlomyyVincent]

Great video, clear explanation! Thank you for the advice

[@kyleloftusstudios]

my pleasure!

[@betterlearningchannel]

Very nice video 👌👌👌 Everything explained . 👌👌👍👍👍

[@sriyavisuals]

Thanks for your tips

[@kyleloftusstudios]

you got it!

[@murraysalisbury983]

Kyle this is an amazing video. Thank you so much for putting all the time and effort into making it and getting it up on youtube. I have a question: for the majority of your shots (in particular the close in ones eg during the dancing) are you operating with manual focus or with auto focus?

[@marysvlog6232]

Yes if you go to war , you have to be ready. All things are complete. This is a nice video. Before I really want to be a photographer. Till now.

[@CalumDavies]

Its so awesome watching other solo shooters make vlogs!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Yezzir!

[@gengszterpingvin1275]

Best wedding tutorial! Enjoyed every frame! THX

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Gengszterpingvin love hearing it, thanks so much!

[@grizzygravel6180]

Man thank you so much this was such an awesome video it really put me at ease for my first wedding I'm shooting in September.

[@chowkmombattibrand1189]

Wow such lovely weather isn't it looking

[@AmjadAbboud]

I immediately added this to my "video business" playlist ! So many greats tips ! There's just one thing I didn't quite get : how do you make sure that the shots are not all moving or rotating in the same direction ? Is there as mental trick to nailing variety and fluency of movement ? Because you only get one take most of the time, and that's the most scary about wedding shoots ! Thanks a lot and greetings from Switzerland :)

[@kyleloftusstudios]

REC Film School just need to be mindful and get various angles so you have shots selections to work with. You should always be editing your film in your head as your shooting so while your getting one shot you should be thinking about your next, what next angle do you need? For example if you got a wide of the couple at the alter smiling, maybe get a tight detail of her smile at him from a side angle then follow up with a crowd shot then another detail of the bride and grooms hands touching etc.

[@AmjadAbboud]

@@kyleloftusstudios Okay, thanks a lot for answering my question ! And I will definitely work more on _mental editing_ since I already do it but not as consistently...

[@Adventures2U]

I wanna start shooting soon! Audio mics and second cameras to get the grooms expression while the bride is walking down the isle is my last step to figure down lol

[@ericforts3552]

This video just gave me a boost of confidence

[@kyleloftusstudios]

love hearing it!

[@Stan_mile]

Thanks! so nervous and excited to film a first wedding video, this help a lot!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

YOU GOT THIS!

[@jerrybuck9236]

Anyone else think this guy sounds like Owen Wilson??!!? Great video by the way, thank you!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

hahah I'll take it and np man glad to help!

[@AaronRondale]

Kal! Dude this just gave me so much more confidence! I'm shooting my first wedding this Saturday! 😬 thanks a ton bro!

[@kyleloftusstudios]

Love hearing that bro, you got this, just don't try and overthink anything, trust yourself, your skills and your vision and just capture what catches your eye, you'll do great man!

[@AaronRondale]

KAL VISUALS thanks man!

[@tituss1992]

Which I’m thinking you charged either at a very low price point or free. And that takes so much pressure off your chest because they won’t expect much of you compared to if you were charging from 700 to 1000. Go out there and kill it man. You got this.

[@kyleloftusstudios]

@@tituss1992 Ehh right on, the only place you start from the top at is digging a hole. We all start from the bottom but with hard work and dedication anything is possible, no doubt about it!