So Chris, how did you get into weddings?
Hey there, I’m Chris—your go-to guy for epic wedding films! Thanks for swinging by to hear how I stumbled into the wild world of wedding videography. Fair warning: it’s a bit of a saga, so grab a snack and settle in!”
Ever since I can remember, weddings have been my jam. The joy, the love, the unbeatable vibes—seriously, where else do you get that kind of energy? But my journey with film? Now that’s where things get interesting.
It all started years ago when my Grandad’s health began to decline due to Alzheimer’s. A keen midfielder for Yeovil Town FC and Portsmouth FC, this was a man full of stories and wisdom from a long, rich life. One of his fondest memories was a hot air balloon ride for his 60th birthday. Luckily, my Dad had captured this on an old VHS tape with his trusty 1980s Panasonic M7 camera (Google it – an absolute retro gem!).
Determined to create something special, I converted the footage to digital, applied some TLC with basic edits and music, and voila—a heartfelt DVD gift for Christmas. The moment my Grandad watched his cherished memory unfold, wiping tears during the ‘best bits’ clip, something clicked for me. I realised the power of video to preserve and evoke profound emotions.
The real beauty was as his Alzheimer’s progressed, he would forget he had just watched the DVD. It would play again and again, day after day. Hundreds of times each week, he would rediscover that cherished memory, lost in a cycle of awe and reminiscence. It was in these moments that I knew I had found my calling.
Fast forward through years of editing family tapes, corporate gigs, and dabbling in all things creative. It wasn’t until the 2020s that I picked up a legit camera and thought, ‘Why not combine my love for storytelling with weddings?’ And just like that, the wedding videographer in me was born!
Every frame I capture, every edit, every beat of music—it’s all about capturing YOUR love story in a way that’s as unforgettable as that balloon ride for my Grandad.
So, if you’re after a videographer who’s not just all about weddings but who gets the power of capturing moments that make your heart skip a beat, I’m your guy. Let’s chat and cook up something incredible together!
Here’s a heartfelt note—part of Diamond Film’s proceeds goes to the Alzheimer’s Society, in honour of the man who inspired it all.