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DOCUMENTARY WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER IN ESSEX

Essex offers an incredible, diverse selection of stunning wedding venues and beautiful landscapes across the county. Whether you're planning a luxury wedding in a country manor house or a rustic celebration in a ambient barn venue, our wedding films focus on natural authentic moments, which mean no matter where you get married you can relax and be yourselves, enjoy every moment, and know we are capturing your perfect wedding video in an unobtrusive way, that will allow you to keep enjoying your day for years to come.

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// AS FEATURED IN

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// THE FILMS

Recent Wedding Films

ESSEX

Wedding at Private Home, Essex

SUFFOLK

Wedding at Granary Estates, Suffolk

Essex Wedding Videographer: Contemporary and Relaxed Wedding Films for Wild-Hearted Couples.

If you love authentic, real imagery, our candid style of wedding videography will suit you perfectly. We want to know whats important to you so we can tailor our style to match. With a keen eye for detail throughout your wedding day, we film naturally and unposed, ensuring that even the fleeting moments, those you might not even notice, are beautifully preserved on film.

What to Expect from Wedding Videographers in Essex: Understanding the process of booking your wedding video:

Let us guide you through the process of hiring us to create your Essex wedding films. After your initial email where we can make sure we have your wedding date available, we will arrange a consultation either on video or on the phone.

  • Initial consultation: This is a great opportunity to meet and discuss your vision for the wedding videography. We'll address any questions you have and explore the perfect videography package to ensure your day is captured exactly as you dream it.
  • Date booked in: Following our initial discussion, you'll receive access to our client portal. This is where you can fill out the form, sign your contract, and make a deposit.
  • Pre-wedding consultation: Roughly a month before your big day, we schedule a video call to finalise the day's timings and discuss any updates or changes since your originally booked. This is also when we prepare your final invoice.
  • The wedding day: Arriving at around 2 hours before your ceremony start time, we begin capturing your venue, and morning preparations before setting up for your wedding ceremony, following the day as it unfolds naturally, all the way to your first dance and evening celebrations. We work seamlessly alongside your wedding photographer to create wedding films that capture your day exactly how you live it. We take time to understand the most important parts of your wedding day, making sure we prioritise that which means the most to you, whether thats filming your kids having the time of their lives on the dance floor, or your grandparents holding hands as you say your vows.
  • Video editing and delivery: We start the exciting process of editing of your wedding videos and within 8-12 weeks, upload your wedding film to a private video portal. You can watch and share your special day to your hearts content, keeping those precious memories alive forever.
  • Future: Your wedding video can now be cherished forever, and can even become a treasured part of your anniversary traditions, bringing back all the wonderful memories year after year.
"I just can't verbalise how perfect the videos are. They encapsulated absolutely everything and it took my wedding blues away completely."

★★★★★

// MEET YOUR VIDEOGRAPHER

Hello, I'm Leanne.

I'm a documentary wedding videographer with a passion for real, unscripted moments. I've filmed over 250 weddings across more than a decade, creating natural, authentic wedding films that focus on the laughter, tears and little in-between details that make your day yours. My approach is relaxed and unobtrusive, so you can simply enjoy your day, and my films are honest and heartfelt, made for you to relive for years to come. Travel is a big part of my life: when I'm not flying across continents, you'll find me driving around Europe in my camper van.

Leanne Matthews, documentary wedding videographer
// Why Wild Heart Films

Why Couples Choose Wild Heart Films

Documentary, Not Directed

No posing. No pressure. Just the real, unscripted story of your wedding. I want you to feel as comfortable and as confident as possible, so you can spend your wedding day safe in the knowledge that you have a professional capturing all the little details, in an authentic, natural style that you love.

Working With Your Photographer And Suppliers

I work alongside your photographer, celebrant and other suppliers on the day, even if we have never met before. Several couples have mentioned this specifically in their reviews. Less coordination stress for you, and a wedding day that flows naturally from start to finish.

You Won't Even Think About The Camera

Camera shy or completely comfortable, it makes no difference. I work around you, not the other way around. Every couple has different priorities for their day and I take the time to understand yours before we even get started, so what matters most to you is what gets captured.

You'll Never Be Left Waiting

Questions answered quickly on WhatsApp. No lengthy back and forth, no waiting days for a response. I give you the information you need when you need it, whether that is early in your planning or the week before your wedding.

Should I Book a Wedding Videographer Based in Essex?

When your videographer loves to travel, as we do, you are not confined to choosing only those based locally. To us, visiting new venues in different parts of the country, we often discover fresh inspiration, allowing us to create one of a kind wedding films for you that really feel like living your wedding day all over again.

Having experience both within the whole of the UK and internationally, we are used to (and thrive at) adapting to new environments and capturing the joy of the best day of your life.

Ultimately, we think that the best wedding videographer for you is one who understands your specific needs for your wedding day, and with whom you feel comfortable. It's essential that they can film in a style that resonates with you and reflects the spirit of your wedding. Whether local or not, the right videographer will work closely with you to ensure your wedding videography is exactly as you envision it.

Wedding Videographer Essex: Cinematic or Natural Wedding Videography?

When you're looking at finding the right videographer for you for your Essex wedding, you're likely to encounter different styles of videographer. It is worth considering the type of film that you want by watching through the videographers portfolio, and then speaking with them to see whether you personally connect with their style of overall vibe. Deciding what style of videography you prefer, also means considering their approach on your wedding day.

As wedding videographers, we are dedicated to a natural, documentary approach. We focus on capturing your day discreetly, allowing you to fully engage and enjoy your wedding while we document the moments that you'll want to keep reliving.

Our Promise:

  • Cherished Memories: Our films are treasures you'll value forever.
  • Authentically Filmed: We capture your day as it naturally unfolds.
  • Beautifully Edited: Each film is crafted with attention to detail, and feeling.
"The best thing we ever did for our wedding, we will be watching our video together until we're old and wrinkly!"

★★★★★

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The Importance of Choosing The Right Wedding Videography Style:

Documentary Wedding Videography: This style captures your wedding exactly as it happens, every laugh and tear, presented authentically. It's perfect for couples who want a true-to-life record of their day, free from staged interruptions. We also call this style natural videography as it is a real account of your day.

Cinematic Wedding Videos: For those who envision their day as a cinematic experience, this style focuses on creating a stylised film. Cinematic wedding films often require more collaboration with the videographer to capture those perfectly crafted shots.

By understanding your preferred style, you can better search for a videographer in Essex who offers just that. We specialise in capturing honest, genuine moments that let you relive your wedding just as it felt.

If authenticity speaks to you, we are here to bring your vision to life with our commitment to true-to-life, documentary-style wedding videography.

Enchanting Essex Wedding Venues:

The county of Essex has so many amazing places to hold your wedding, as Essex wedding videographers we would highly recommend:

No matter the venue you choose in Essex, your day will be captured beautifully.

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// Investment

How much does an Essex wedding videographer cost?

Collection One

£2,750
  • Two videographers
  • Up to 12 hours coverage*
  • 15 minute highlight film
  • 2-3 minute short highlight film
  • 30 second teaser film
  • Full recording of your ceremony
  • Full recording of your speeches
  • Films available online to download through a private link

*Full wedding day coverage, typically covering both partner's preparations 2 hours before your ceremony until mid-way through your evening party. 2 videographers give you extra coverage if you have a lot of guests attending, more angles for your ceremony and speeches, and allow coverage of your guests while you go for portraits, as well as providing a longer wedding film for you to watch, with additional shorter films included.

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Collection Two

£2,150
  • One videographer
  • Up to 10 hours coverage*
  • 10 minute highlight film
  • Full recording of your ceremony
  • Full recording of your speeches
  • Films available online to download through a private link

*Typically covers 1 partner's preparations through to the evening party. If you want both partner's preparations covered, perhaps have many guests attending, and would like extra footage throughout, consider an additional videographer with package 1.

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Collection Three

£1,950
  • One videographer
  • Up to 8 hours coverage*
  • 5 minute highlight film
  • Full recording of your ceremony
  • Full recording of your speeches
  • Films available to download through a private link

*Typically covers 1 partner's preparations until your first dance. If you would like extended coverage with an extra hour of your preparations and the evening party covered and a longer highlight film to watch back, consider package 2.

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// ESSEX WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER FAQS

Do we need one videographer or two for our Essex wedding?

Most couples choose one videographer, which is enough to capture a full wedding day naturally. If you're getting ready in separate locations, would like more coverage during the ceremony and speeches, or want evening coverage alongside drone footage, a second videographer can be added. I'm always happy to advise based on how your day is planned.

How much does Essex wedding videography cost?

Wedding videography packages for Essex typically range from £1,950 to £2,750, depending on coverage length and any extras you choose. Pricing is kept clear and transparent so you know exactly what's included.

How long after our wedding will we receive the films?

Your wedding films are usually delivered within 8-12 weeks. Everything is shared through Vidflow, a private online platform where you can view, download, and share your films easily.

Is travel included for weddings in Essex?

Yes. For 2027 weddings in Essex, travel and accommodation are included in your package price, so there are no extra costs added later.

Do you offer wedding photography as well as videography?

I specialise in wedding videography only. I regularly work alongside photographers whose style complements mine, and I'm always happy to recommend photographers if you're still looking.

// WHAT COUPLES SAY

Wedding Videographer Reviews

★★★★★

“I highly recommend the amazing Leanne, she created our stunning wedding video. Leanne was very friendly and made me feel comfortable, nothing was a problem for her, she completely understood the feel we was going for. My husband and I are very happy with the outcome.”

Louise Mair

Google Review

★★★★★

“Leanne was amazing and created the fast pace upbeat video we wanted to showcase our big day. Her creativity is excellent and the type and style of shots she took are perfect! Would definitely recommend!!”

Ryan Jenkins

Google Review

★★★★★

“We were uncertain what to expect when hiring a professional videographer for our wedding, however the team absolutely blew away our expectations. They captured details my wife and I had missed, family and friends sharing moments we will cherish forever.”

Philip Crisp

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