ABOUT CHRIS
More about Chris – A Wedding Videographer in Somerset
Oh, hey! I’m Chris. A Wedding Videographer based in the stunning South West. My approach to videography is warm and candid – creating cinematic memories that not only capture the raw emotion, but feel real, fun and make you feel like you’re right there again.
I’ve had the pleasure of filming hundreds of weddings not just all over the UK but overseas and I can safely say each one is miles different to the next. All of the couples that have booked me have the same things in common however. They’re all shamelessly in love, enjoy pure energy and it was non-negotiable for them to be themselves on their wedding day.
Film is powerful and means a lot to me. While wedding photos are a must-have for many couples – and quite rightly too, film holds a value that photographs can’t replicate. The ability to see the motion of your loved ones, hear their voices and relive those personal moments immersing yourself in that memory time and time again – for decades to come. For me, that’s priceless.
Why I do what I do
After filming my very first wedding, as cliche as it sounds, I fell in love with the day, I fell in love with the process and I especially fell in love with capturing and preserving these memories forever. As time progressed and I filmed more weddings, I very quickly learned that videographers don’t have to be invisible.
“Fly on the wall” is certainly not my style and I’m shamelessly proud of it. An extension to your guest list, I make efforts to get to know everybody, connecting with you and your future ‘forever’ on a personal level. Conversing, joking and reassuring with you where appropriate I’m on hand to calm nerves, hype you up or let you know everything’s going perfectly.
This quite simply allows you to be in the moment of your day without the anxiety of somebody you don’t know every step of the way with a camera. You are with a friend, somebody you trust. Those nervous tears in the morning won’t feel awkward. The goofy smile when you see them at the alter won’t feel forced. The choreographed dance at the end of the evening won’t feel embarrassing.
Your day becomes an embodiment of the two of you as a couple as apposed to a theatrical production and ultimately, this is what creates the beautiful and effortless wedding films that you’ll enjoy.
No fluff, no faff, just a visual masterpiece that reminds you of that one day that was nobody else’s but your own.
Awards & Mentions
While my efforts within my craft are always aimed at fulfilling every desire of my couples, its always a beautiful feeling when it’s noticed for publications and awards.
For two consecutive years I have been nominated and voted for by my couples in the Wedding Industry Awards and the South West Wedding Awards. Both of which I achieved a result as a Finalist out of several other talented videographers in the industry. The words spoken by couples I’d delivered wedding films for, alongside independent judging led to these decisions and for that I am forever grateful.
I was named a winner for 2024/2025 Prestige Awards in the South West Wedding Videography category, and l’ve been nominated again for 2025/2026 which was a very pleasant surprise.
My work has been featured in several magazines, publications and social media pages including Wed Magazine, Devon & Cornwall Wedding Mag, Somerset, Glos & Wilts Mag and more!
I’m extremely proud to have been named a recommended supplier at several venues across the country including Crowcombe Court, Holbrook Manor and Hornsbury Mill to name a few. It means a great deal to be trusted by these gorgeous venues and means I can continue to elate in the same environments – as well as visit plenty of new venues in the world!
While the recognition is gorgeous and feels amazing, what means the most to me is the feedback received from the couples that voted. I stay humble, always. I will always remember exactly why I do this and who I do it for. Forever grateful, these are the pieces of recognition I value the most.
So, who is Chris?
When I’m not shooting or editing timeless wedding films, I still like to keep myself busy. I have teenaged children (I know, I don’t look old enough – thanks for saying that!). While the chaos is universal when it comes to juggling life, as a Dad of growing children its taught me that those little in-between moments – the looks, laughter and that chaos end up meaning the most. That said, I do have to be quick on my feet and patient under pressure – it’s starting to sound like a wedding morning, right?
I love meeting new people socially – whether that’s chatting with some old and new friends at a bar, or learning about a new couple’s dream wedding on FaceTime, I find pleasure in human connection – virtually and in real life.
Also, I’m actually pretty funny. My sense of humour is never cast aside and you’ll experience that pretty fast. There is nothing I love more than laughing with like-minded people that enjoy comedy. I love pairing up with photographers that share my energy and some of these have become my absolute best friends through humour over the years!
Of course, it’s only natural that I should love Film & TV. Netflix is almost permanently on in my house. If it’s not The Office US (I like the UK one a well before you judge!), it can be something warm and heartfelt like Love On The Spectrum. I love classic movies – I enjoy the nostalgia of watching my childhood favourites over and over again. Forrest Gump, White Chicks, American Pie – even Pixar classics if I’m feeling it!
Tell me your favourite movies or shows and if we align I’m sure I’ll share some quotes and (questionable) impressions!
