http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ Forums Tag: wedding en Sat, 22 Nov 2008 19:36:22 +0000 http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/editing-room-tone-from-wedding#post-41227 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 22:23:13 +0000 robgrauert 41227@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Try doing the high pass and low pass filters after you do the noise reduction in Soundbooth. I read that the best workflow for cleaning up audio is noise reduction&gt;high pass filter&gt;low pass filter. I guess I should have mentioned that in the first post. </p> <p> I'm still in college--still in college because I'm bored with it, so I take the least amount of classes as I can every quarter. I do freelance too. It's hard to find a steady job since I don't have a degree yet. Actually, it's probably hard finding one when you DO have a degree, haha. </p> <p> I specialize in the documentary style...stuff that you would see on the discovery channel, although, lately i've been shooting/editing a lot with sports. Still documentary style though. I did a wedding once, i hated it though. </p> <p> Keep up the good work. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/editing-room-tone-from-wedding#post-41220 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 18:30:17 +0000 flogonojo 41220@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> WOW! I can not believe the difference. I tried the high pass and low pass filters...that didn't do anything, but I brought the audio clip into Adobe Soundbooth and the noise reduction really cleaned it up! Granted, it's not perfect, but now the room tone is a stream compared to an ocean. Thanks so much! Btw, I see you post a lot on this forum, and if I recall, you're pretty young. What kind of stuff do you do? I'm just out of college doing random freelance jobs. It's cool. Anyways, thought I would strike up a conversation between fellow videographers.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/editing-room-tone-from-wedding#post-41218 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 17:29:43 +0000 robgrauert 41218@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Newer programs, such as Soundtrack Pro in Final Cut Studio 2 and whatever Adobe's equivalent is, have a "Noise Reduction" function. It works really well. </p> <p>If don't have the noise reduction feature in your audio program, apply a high pass and low pass filter to your clips.</p> <p>High pass filters allow frequencies ABOVE a certain point to pass through the filter. This is good for blocking bass frequencies. For dialogue, set it to 90Hz and move it up slowly, but don't move it up too high.</p> <p>Low pass filters allow frequencies BELOW a certain point to pass through the filter. This is good for a hiss or buzz. Start at 10KHz and slowly move it down, but generally not below 8KHz. </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/editing-room-tone-from-wedding#post-41215 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 16:30:12 +0000 flogonojo 41215@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Hey all, I just had a quick question about editing some nasty room tone audio for a wedding I'm editing. Basically, my camera guy was doing a wedding and turned down the audio real low on the wireless lapel mic that he put on the groom and now when I boost the audio to an appropriate level the 'I do's' sound like the bride and groom are at the ocean rather than in a church. Does anyone have any suggestions? Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/length-of-typical-wedding-dvd#post-40496 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:26:10 +0000 digitalcamcorderdd 40496@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>thanks for help</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40495 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 20:55:04 +0000 sham 40495@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>No way you can do a good job without a second camera operator.  That wide shot of the camera at the back would be boring. Here's how I shoot weddings.</p> <p> That camera at the back on the balcony (with an operator) would be on a fairly tight shot of the priest  who is performing the ceremony. The operator can vary his shot, sometimes including the couple. The wireless lavalier would be on the priest, who after all, does the most talking. The priest's lavalier should pick up the couple's audio fairly OK.  The second camera, positioned behind the priest shoots the couple most of the time.  It can also takes shots of the guests from that same position. If you only have one mic you can use the on board mic on this second camera to pick up audio from the loudspeakers just as a guide track.  If this audio is good you can even use it. This camera can even shoot the choir.</p> <p>If you have a plug-in transmitter you can plug this into the church's PA and your camera on the balcony can also shoot the persons who are doing the first and second readings. </p> <p>Think of what equipment you have at your disposal and how best to use what you have to cover everything. Keep both cameras running continously and use still photographer's flashes for achieving  sync.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/length-of-typical-wedding-dvd#post-40493 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 19:55:00 +0000 sham 40493@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I always two cameras for weddings, so I end up with four/five rolls of Mini DV tape.  When I started to shoot weddings I used to edit it down to just under an hour.  But nearly all my customers want to see more of the footage that was shot.  So what I do is to give them two versions, a long one, about two hours, with most of the footage, and a short version, about one hour, in which I take out long boring speeches. I always burn at High Quality which is approx. one hour to a disc.  So the long version takes up two discs. It's a little more work but it's easy to do on Avid which I use. </p> <p>Another innovation in my wedding videos is the use of digital stills. After the church ceremony and before the reception, while the still photographer is doing his thing with the couple and the guests, I quickly shoot digital stills.  Later in editing, using pan and zoom and other techniques, I cut the pictures to music, usually a song by Enya.  The couple loves this extra.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40479 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 12:28:54 +0000 SteveMann 40479@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <blockquote><p>I am in the beginning phases of opening a Video Production business. I figure I will being with wedding videos since the I should be able to book few regardless of my experience.  After establishing a portfolio and having my card floating around the area, I plan on moving along and expanding to other areas of the business. I have been reading a lot but really am interested in what you all have to say.</p></blockquote> <p>If you can - rent.  The usery rates of credit cards is a suicidal spiral, regardless of the purpose.</p> <p>Where are you located?  There's likely to be a WEVA group in your area and the established videographers are always interested in using people like you for second camera.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40443 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:34:50 +0000 lukerd12 40443@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Thanks Harry, I'm in Southern Ontario, Canada... just north of Toronto.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40442 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:23:54 +0000 glasseye 40442@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You dont have to hit start on both at the same time, You can sync pretty easy in editing. I use markers in Premiere Pro...IE find a sharp noise and locate the beginning set a marker. go to the next camera track locate the same noise set a marker. In premiere as soon as the markers get near each other they lock on. From there just fine tune them to the Lips...if you can't see any lips or something that really should be synced Then let it rip..Good Luck...what area are you in?</p> <p>Harry</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40441 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:16:48 +0000 glasseye 40441@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>You dont have to hit start on both at the same time, You can sync pretty easy in editing. I use markers in Premiere Pro...IE find a sharp noise and locate the beginning set a marker. go to the next camera track locate the same noise set a marker. In premiere as soon as the markers get near each other they lock on. From there just fine tune them to the Lips...if you can't see any lips or something that really should be synced Then let it rip..Good Luck...what area are you in?</p> <p>Harry</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/length-of-typical-wedding-dvd#post-40440 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 08:08:59 +0000 glasseye 40440@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I keep mine short and sweet and moving!! 1 hr.tops...If it's a catholic wedding (being held for ransom) I tell them I will shoot the highlights and edit the rest out...BORING to watch Boring to edit.  my 2 cents.</p> <p>Harry</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40436 Tue, 30 Sep 2008 00:47:46 +0000 ThomW 40436@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I bought my first camera in May of 1998. That Sony Dig8 camera did about 20 weddings for me. I knew that I couldn't begin to ask for much with a consumer camera but every one of my clients were happy with the quality of picture and sound.  Yes, I would have liked to have had a better camera but I've been able to impress myself and those who watch my work with the SteadiCam Jr. more than anything else.  I'm sure that if I got a professional looking camera that I would have impressed the clients with first impressions. But, there's something about the creativeness of a shoestring budgets that makes me want to say "Haa" to those snooty elites and there $40,000 cameras that sit on a pan and tilt head that cost more than my entire production equipment stashed in my garage.  Which by the way I have had the privilege of using and have found myself explaining that to my employer that, "HE WASTED ALOT OF MONEY THAT THIS HERE BOGAN CAN DO JUST AS WELL!!"   Sorry for that outburst.</p> <p>Yeh, you will need to purchase wireless mics (I got one from B&amp;H for less then $140).  Invest in a good tripod (don't settle for a cheap $100 one).  More than likely this tripod will last you for the next 3 or 4 generation of cameras that you go through.  If you decide to go with a consumer type camera look for ext. mic inputs and even LANC control options.  Weddings often mean a lot of time off the tripod so consider a Steadicam or a Fig Rig.  Anything that will set your creativeness apart from any other videographer out there is what you are looking for.  I doubt that you will need fancy animations and special effect so your editing software can be very basic.  You will want to layer video and audio tracks for lower thirds and possibly some split screen effects but mostly direct takes and cross dissolves will be what you need 95% of the time. (FCP Express will work, I use Sony Vegas and love it).  DVD authoring is another animal but a necessary one.  I use a printable DVD's that I can get from Costco.  With my HP 580 Printer I can create nice looking colored DVD faces.  While were speaking of printers make sure you print some business cards.</p> <p>Good luck.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40424 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 19:32:47 +0000 lukerd12 40424@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Thanks guys!</p> <p> Yeah I won't be buying a digital voice recorder because I already booked that lav mic. </p> <p> Unfortunately I can't get anyone to stand near the rear camera but since I'm going to the rehearsal  I will be able to find an appropriate location to set it up. Also the bride is very lenient so if I ask to put some type of border around the tripod I'm sure she won't mind. </p> <p> Another question. Should I hit record on both cameras at the same time just minutes before the ceremony begins? The ceremony will only be 30 minutes so I have some time to let the cameras roll. </p> <p> Thanks,</p> <p>ld </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40418 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:45:07 +0000 birdcat 40418@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Unless you are really better than most at shooting and editing, I would be careful going into the wedding video business in a big way before getting some experience under your belt. You're playing with peoples lives here - If you screw up in a big way, you could wind up ruining what should be a happy day for a couple.</p> <p>Rather than start out on your own, I would second camera for an established videographer for a couple (and see how he edits them as well) before offering that myself as a paid for service (unless you're planning on going the bargain basement route for like $300 for the whole thing - Then they'll not have a leg to stand on if it's not up to snuff).</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/length-of-typical-wedding-dvd#post-40417 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 10:40:24 +0000 birdcat 40417@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>The only one that I have done (as a favor to a friend) came in around 1:45, using vignettes covering Love Story, Preparations, Ceremony, Preparations and Couple Interview.</p> <p>I would do the same for any future ones unless the couple had specific requirements or components (like Rehearsal Dinner, other "stories").</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40414 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 08:29:14 +0000 VideoJeff 40414@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Sounds like you have most of the details correct.  I would look for someone to stand behind your back camera and make sure nothing happens (audio levels coming through, remaining level on the tripod, and no one standing in front of the camera).  Don't stress if you can't find someone...at least you'll have your camera up front with a great view.  I would keep the lav mic receiver on your camera so you can watch the levels and adjust accordingly.  If you don't have to buy a mini recorder or extra equipment I wouldn't since it sounds like you aren't doing a lot of weddings just yet.</p> <p>Syncing shouldn't be too hard with 2 video tracks and the audio from the lav mic.  Just make sure to sync everthing BEFORE you do any editing.  Get all your video and audio lined up so they match and then make any edits such as cutting from one angle (back camera) to another angle (front camera).  This may take some time but if you find a common noice (cough, talking, etc) or common sight (camera flash, someone talking, etc) then you can sync them together.  Sometimes I even go to the vows or another big moment to find my sync point.  I do this because that's where a lot of people take flash pictures and their aren't many people talkind during this part.  The biggest part of syncing a wedding with 2 or more cameras is, to NEVER stop recording during the ceremony.  It will be a pain to sync if either camera gets turned off.  Even if you are walking around with your handheld camera pointed at the ground, keep it running.</p> <p>Good luck.</p> <p>If you have any other questions, check out my site.  It's dedicated to improving peoples videos and I am starting the discusion on wedding videos and how to film like a pro.</p> <p><a href="http://improvemyvideo.com"><a href="http://www.ImproveMyVideo.com" rel="nofollow">www.ImproveMyVideo.com</a> </a></p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40412 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 05:19:31 +0000 glasseye 40412@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>LD,</p> <p>Is it possible to get someone to run the wide angle camera at the Rear? That would give you much more flexliblity..As for the wireless I use a MIni recorder, I use a lav mic on the grooom, slip it in his pocket and let it run.Just get him to give you a few seconds of testing testing and set the limiter(most have them).</p> <p>Sync will be an issue, I just finished a weeks worth of editing syncing up 2 cameras and 1 audio track but well worth it! I basically chopped the whole mess up and re-assembled. Dont worry about sync while filming, Just look for flashes and sounds when syncing it all together in studio. I also had to insert 3 tracks of music the dj didn't turn up on the outside PA. Just enough to hear but not mess with the ambient sound(whatch for phasing) Thats another story.</p> <p>Sounds like you have enough equip. and knowledge to pull it off though...Good Luck.</p> <p>Harry</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40411 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 23:32:37 +0000 sphark 40411@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Thanks for the info, Andrei.  This being my first wedding, I may just have to order your eBook from Lulu.  Looks pretty useful.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/first-wedding-help-welcomed#post-40407 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 18:23:44 +0000 lukerd12 40407@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Okay so this coming Saturday I am shooting my first wedding. For my company I usually shoot game tapes and sports videos, but no weddings yet.  My main camera is an XH-A1  but I am renting a Sony HVR-A1U and the Sennheiser EW 112P G2 (wireless lav mic) </p> <p>My plan is to set the Sony on a tripod at the back as a wide-shot and walk around with my A1 since I know it better. The mic will be on the groom. But since this is my first time using a wireless mic system, I don't know how to hook it up properly. </p> <p>Would it be best to have the receiver with me on the XH-A1? So that way I can monitor the levels as I go along. </p> <p>Also, I am concerned about syncing up the audio and video of the 2 cameras + the lav mic. Should this really be a concern?</p> <p>I'm not worried about editing it all together because I have obviously edited a lot of footage. Just capturing the wedding is what I'm concerned about. But if you need to know I'm editing on FCP6.</p> <p> </p> <p>Any other recommendations are welcomed!</p> <p> </p> <p>Thanks.</p> <p>ld </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40401 Sun, 28 Sep 2008 17:18:22 +0000 faqvideo 40401@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>First of all talk to the priest or officiant about do's and dont's and your ranges of movement. If you are allowed to move freely during the ceremony, I would suggest you to choose pos. #1 to film exchange of vows and rings. Pos. 2 and 3 as you can see have better angle to cover the bride's side because she is apparently more important part of your video.Use pos. 2 or 3 if you have no chance to set your camera in the central isle for whatever reason (priest's objection, terrible back light, etc.) Talk to the marrying couple straight (!) and ask them who would they prefer to see better if you put into position of making a choice between the two.</p> <p><img src="http://faqvideo.com/wp-includes/images/cerem01.jpg" alt="Wedding Camera Position" /></p> <p>Second, decide if you have to shoot non-stop (continuously) or stop and go (preferably). In the latter you can discreetly move around the chamber and get different angles and close ups of the families on BOTH!!! sides.</p> <p>And last but not least, read my book <a href="http://www.faqvideo.com/siy_book">Shoot-It-Yourself Wedding Video Guide</a>.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40365 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 12:26:04 +0000 sphark 40365@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Great info.  Thanks, Jeff!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/starting-business-gt-need-advice#post-40363 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:35:01 +0000 VideoJeff 40363@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>Weddings are generally the preferred way to enter the video production biz but they do offer their own challenges as well.  I would be carefull in "maxing out your credit card".  You can go into huge debt while trying to make this work.  Even though most of America likes to go into debt to get stuff they can't afford and then get into trouble (a discussion for another day).</p> <p>I would work with some talented wedding video companies as well as some corporate video companies to get experience and see how they run they company.  Offer your services on Craigslist.org or call these companies up directly.  I know we are always looking to train people and give them experience in exchange for work.  My advice...start off slow but learn fast.  Don't think you have to purchase every amazing piece of equipment you had your eye on (the newest HD camera).  My first project after starting a small video company was for a car dealership.  We didn't own a camera (had to rent one) and used a cheap program to edit the tv commercial on (it cost $100).  We eventually purchased several video cameras, mics, a crane, tripods, cases, computers, lighting, editing systems, etc.  I would start small and maybe commit to saving the profit from the first 5 weddings and buy a camera.  You can always use available sound at a wedding.  I have a few Apple computers I edit with but started with a cheap desktop and $100 editing program and built it up from there.  Generally you don't need lighting for a wedding video, so don't bother with that yet...you can always rent that.</p> <p> The most important thing is confidence while you get the experience.  Always ask questions and don't get cocky.  Set up a budget for yourself and don't be afraid to buy some materials (like this magazine or other e-books) that will help you build your knowledge.  I am always looking for new ideas and I've been doing this for several year.</p> <p>Hope that helps.</p> <p>Check out my site for other helpful I deas.  <a href="http://improvemyvideo.com"><a href="http://www.ImproveMyVideo.com" rel="nofollow">www.ImproveMyVideo.com</a> </a></p> <p>Jeff</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/length-of-typical-wedding-dvd#post-40361 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:12:36 +0000 VideoJeff 40361@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> The average time of my fully produced wedding DVDs are about 2 hours.  Keep in mind the ceremony is 30 minutes to an hour and the reception can be 45 minute or more.  It depends if you have any family interviews, picture slideshows, or pre wedding interviews of the couple.  You can throw as many extras into the wedding package as you want but keep in mind it will extent the DVD as well as the editing.  Thankfully, you are in charge of what you offer and charge.</p> <p>Most of your customers won't see any loss of quality if you use a lower quality video to put it all on the DVD.  I've had a few wedding DVDs where I've had to put some content on a second disc becuase they had so many add ons (I offer them in my packages).</p> <p>Hope that helps.</p> <p><a href="http://www.ImproveMyVideo.com">www.ImproveMyVideo.com</a></p> <p>Jeff</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/on-recording-audio-at-wedding-ceremonies#post-40360 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:02:53 +0000 VideoJeff 40360@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> I would always try to film with 2 cameras.  That way you can plug into 1 camera, your extermal mic(s) and the other camera will get ambient noise from the crowd.  Generally, if you only have 1 lav mic and it's on the pastor (priest, officiant, etc), you can still hear the bride and groom (you might have to boost the audio).  If you are able to plug directly into the sound board (if this church or location has one), than do that because they should be able to give you a good mix.</p> <p> I always film with 2 cameras.  The camera closest to the sound board gets the audio mix, while the other camera gets the audio from the crowd.  You never know when you'll get a bad mix from the board or a baby crying near your camera that is getting live audio from the audience.  Try and think these things through as you set up.  I don't know how much you are charging for your work but I would start simple and work your way up with buying new equipment.  Your job is to record the day, at the highest quality possible, but not break your bank doing it.  Once you increase your profits, you can buy new equipmen.  Most other professional wedding videographers have 2 lav mics and/or use available sound from the audience or sound board.</p> <p>Hope that helps.  Check out my site for more help.  <a href="http://www.ImproveMyVideo.com" rel="nofollow">www.ImproveMyVideo.com</a></p> <p>Jeff</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40358 Fri, 26 Sep 2008 10:54:24 +0000 VideoJeff 40358@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> It's important to know if the couple will be facing the audience or the priest (Officiant).  This will determine if you should place the camera at the back looking past the audience and to the couple OR from the stage so you can see the couple's faces with their backs to the crowd.  You will miss the Priest's face but the ceremony isn't about him, its about the couple and their day.</p> <p> Also...you should be able to meet with the couple and ask what the basic flow of the ceremony will look like.  What is their order or service?  How long will it be (that will determine how many tapes you bring, etc).  Get an idea from them on what the day will look like how to film it.</p> <p> Check out my site for more info and how to best shoot weddings.  It's a resource on how to improve your video.</p> <p><a href="http://improvemyvideo.com"><a href="http://www.ImproveMyVideo.com" rel="nofollow">www.ImproveMyVideo.com</a> </a></p> <p>Jeff</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40338 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:21:59 +0000 brandon0409 40338@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>I would suggest seeing if you can get up on the alter (but out of view of the congregation) on the side. Get everything from the front and don't move the camera a whole lot.</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40335 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 15:04:25 +0000 ttutrader 40335@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>My suggestion to you in the long run is this.  EQUIPMENT FAILS!  So if your one camera has problems during the shoot, gets dropped kicked, or champagne spilled in it, you are going to have problems.  Rent a back-up to have on hand.  I always have one more piece of equipment than I need in every category.  Need 3 lights?  I bring 4.  Need two cameras, I bring three.  I can't tell you how many times that strategy has saved my butt from issuing a full refund to the bridge/groom due to equipment malfunctions.  NEVER TRUST YOUR REPUTATION TO ONE PIECE OF EQUIPMENT!</p> <p> Oh, and good luck with the wedding!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40333 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:38:16 +0000 sphark 40333@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p> Awesome information and tips thus far.  Thanks so much for making a scary experience slightly more comfortable!</p> http://videomaker.com/community/forums/topic/1-camera-wedding-where-do-i-stand#post-40332 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 10:12:09 +0000 arby 40332@http://videomaker.com/community/forums/ <p>It shouldn't matter that it's a same sex wedding the charcters you are portraying are still the same.  If you must do a single camera wedding, take the traditional wedding approach shooting down the center isle framed with the bride, groom, and preacher.  Make sure you make a list of special ceremony events (i e joining hands, the rings, the kiss...etc) you want to emphasize.  Let the bride, groom, preacher know in advance that right after the ceremony you want the principle parties back at the alter (or whereever) and your going to recreate about a minutes worth of cut-in video to augment the real ceremony.  Then use your list as a guide and direct the action you want to take place.  Don't forget to incorporate digital still pictures into these staged shots.  They make great title pages for the final product.   Be the director of your video not just a technician.</p>