Sweet Bride, Here’s How to Pick a Photographer & Videographer Who’ll Make You Cry (Happy Tears) in 20 Years
You’re not just hiring vendors—you’re choosing the keepers of your love story.
The cake gets eaten, the flowers fade, but your photos and film? They’re the love letters you’ll open on every anniversary. Some trends today will feel so 2025 in a decade (think teal skin or endless drone spins). Let’s make sure your memories stay timeless, heartfelt, and 100% YOU.
First, the Big No-Nos (Photo + Video)
- Filters that turn your skin orange or your dress vintage-y
- Endless “walking in a field” shots that all look the same
- Clips or pics made for Instagram, not your future living room wall
YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY LOVE LIST: 6 Things to Fall For
1. Real Moments > Perfect Poses
You want to feel the day when you look back. Ask for: Photos of your dad’s teary smile, your bestie’s ugly-cry laugh, the way your partner looked at you when you weren’t looking. Skip: Stiff “prom pose” lineups that scream “say cheese!”
2. Pretty Pictures That Don’t Try Too Hard
Think golden-hour glow, soft shadows, and you in the middle of it all—like a painting. Avoid: Crazy angles, blurry “artsy” spins, or anything that steals attention from you two.
3. Colors That Stay True Forever
Your skin should look like your skin (not a Snapchat filter). Jose Nicdao’s secret sauce: Warm, cozy tones—like your favorite coffee shop lighting. No weird teal shadows or over-edited “vibes” that date fast.
4. A Gallery That Feels Like Your Love Story
Imagine flipping through an album and reliving the day in order:
- Nervous giggles getting ready
- Walking down the aisle
- That first dance spin Jose Nicdao specialty: We weave every chapter together so it feels like your wedding, not just a highlight reel.
5. Little Details That Make You Go “Aww”
Your grandma’s handkerchief, the way your veil caught the wind, your dog in a bow tie. Demand: These sweet moments sprinkled throughout—not hidden in a “details” folder you’ll never open.
6. Sparkly Details & Dreamy Light
Even in a dark reception hall, your rings should shine and your dress should glow. Look for: Crystal-clear close-ups and soft, flattering light (no harsh flashes that make everyone look like deer in headlights).
YOUR VIDEOGRAPHY LOVE LIST: 6 Things to Swoon Over
1. Caught-Off-Guard Magic
The best clips? When you forgot the camera was there. Want: Your partner’s goofy grin during toasts, your mom fixing your veil, the dance floor chaos. Skip: Fake “look at me” stares that feel like a music video.
2. Smooth Moves (But Not Too Many)
A gentle glide toward your first kiss? Swoon. Constant spinning like a rollercoaster? Seasick. Best vibe: Calm, steady shots that let the moment shine.
3. A Film That Feels Like a Rom-Com
Warm colors, soft focus, and you two as the stars. Jose Nicdao’s look: Like your favorite Netflix love story—never trendy, always classic.
4. A Movie, Not a TikTok
Jose Nicdao’s style: Your full day as a mini-movie (getting ready → vows → party). Skip: 60-second hype clips with trending sounds. (Your kids will roast you.)
5. Music That Gives You Chills
The song should match your love—not just be “popular.” Imagine: Your first dance song swelling exactly when you spin into his arms. Ask: “Can you pick songs that feel like us?” (Send them your Spotify playlist!)
6. Hear Your “I Dos” Like You’re There Again
Crystal-clear vows, your best man’s toast, the clink of champagne glasses. Must-have: Tiny mics so you hear every word—no windy, muffled mess.
Your 3 Magic Questions to Ask (Copy & Paste!)
- “Can I see a full wedding from last year—not just highlights?” → Shows if they capture the whole love story.
- “How do you make sure we look like us—not a filter?” → Tests their editing heart.
- “What happens if it rains or the venue’s dark?” → Reveals if they’ll still make magic.
The Fairytale Ending
Your wedding photos and film should make you laugh, cry, and fall in love all over again—every single year. At Jose Nicdao, we’re obsessed with real love, real tears, and zero trends.
Ready to protect your love story? 💌 [Book a cozy coffee chat → josenicdao.com/consult] Let’s make sure your grandkids say, “Wow, Grandma was gorgeous… and so in love.”