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Insights on luxury wedding filmmaking, destination wedding stories, and honest advice for couples choosing a videographer.

Eleni & John's Wedding at STAY by Inimitable

Real Weddings · September 2026

Eleni & John's Wedding at STAY by Inimitable

A celebration at STAY by Inimitable in Muldersdrift. Eleni & John's Johannesburg wedding, filmed as a film.

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Dennis & Andrea's Wedding in Pretoria

Real Weddings · September 2026

Dennis & Andrea's Wedding in Pretoria

Dennis & Andrea's wedding in Pretoria, filmed the way the day actually felt.

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Jason & Kim's Wedding at Boschendal

Real Weddings · September 2026

Jason & Kim's Wedding at Boschendal

A short film from Jason & Kim's wedding at Boschendal, one of the Cape Winelands' most storied estates.

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Lee & Jess's Wedding at Cavalli Estate

Real Weddings · September 2026

Lee & Jess's Wedding at Cavalli Estate

Contemporary architecture, sculpture and vineyard at the foot of the Helderberg. Lee & Jess's wedding at Cavalli Estate, filmed as a film.

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Mikaeel & Areen's Wedding at Inimitable, Johannesburg

Real Weddings · September 2026

Mikaeel & Areen's Wedding at Inimitable, Johannesburg

A design-led celebration at Inimitable in the Cradle of Humankind. Mikaeel & Areen's Johannesburg wedding, filmed as a film.

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Raymond & Thilisha's Wedding at Molenvliet, Cape Winelands

Real Weddings · September 2026

Raymond & Thilisha's Wedding at Molenvliet, Cape Winelands

Vineyards, mountain light and a celebration in the Cape Winelands. Raymond & Thilisha's wedding at Molenvliet, filmed as a film.

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Sharne's Wedding at Le Méridien, Mauritius

Real Weddings · September 2026

Sharne's Wedding at Le Méridien, Mauritius

A destination celebration at Le Méridien Ile Maurice. Sharne's Mauritius wedding, filmed by a single filmmaker who poured everything into it.

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Brad Binder's Wedding

Real Weddings · September 2026

Brad Binder's Wedding

We had the honour of filming South African motorsport star Brad Binder's wedding.

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Shakti & Phil's Wedding at Giraffe Manor, Kenya

Real Weddings · September 2026

Shakti & Phil's Wedding at Giraffe Manor, Kenya

A wedding among the giraffes at Nairobi's Giraffe Manor. Shakti & Phil's celebration in Kenya, filmed as a film.

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Gaurav & Tanikka's Wedding in Zambia

Real Weddings · September 2026

Gaurav & Tanikka's Wedding in Zambia

A destination celebration under the wide African sky. Gaurav & Tanikka's wedding in Zambia, filmed as a film.

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Sarah & Moboloji's Wedding at Boschendal

Real Weddings · September 2026

Sarah & Moboloji's Wedding at Boschendal

Oak avenues, Cape Dutch gables and vineyards rolling to the mountains. Sarah & Moboloji's wedding at Boschendal, filmed as a film.

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Noor & Ahmed's Wedding at Sugar Beach, Mauritius

Real Weddings · September 2026

Noor & Ahmed's Wedding at Sugar Beach, Mauritius

Noor & Ahmed's destination wedding on the white sand of Sugar Beach, Mauritius, filmed the way the island actually feels.

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Zozibini Tunzi's Wedding at Belair Pavilion, Cape Town

Real Weddings · September 2026

Zozibini Tunzi's Wedding at Belair Pavilion, Cape Town

We had the honour of filming Zozibini Tunzi and Luthando Bolowana's wedding at Belair Pavilion in Cape Town.

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How to Plan a Luxury Wedding in 2027: A Practical Guide for Brides

Planning · February 2027

How to Plan a Luxury Wedding in 2027: A Practical Guide for Brides

From venue to vendor team - the practical guide to planning a luxury wedding in 2027 that will still matter to you in twenty years.

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The 2027 Wedding Colour Palettes Every Bride Should Know

Trends · January 2027

The 2027 Wedding Colour Palettes Every Bride Should Know

From warm terracotta to sage and dusty rose - the colour stories defining luxury weddings in 2027.

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The Five Questions We Wish Every Couple Would Ask a Wedding Videographer

Planning · September 2026

The Five Questions We Wish Every Couple Would Ask a Wedding Videographer

From inside the industry - the questions that reveal more than a portfolio ever will.

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Wedding Film Trends for 2027: What the Best Cinematographers Are Doing

Trends · March 2027

Wedding Film Trends for 2027: What the Best Cinematographers Are Doing

Slower pacing, natural audio, film grain - what the best wedding cinematographers are doing differently in 2027.

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Wedding Venue Trends in South Africa for 2027

Trends · April 2027

Wedding Venue Trends in South Africa for 2027

From wine estates to coastal cliffs - where South African couples are choosing to celebrate in 2027.

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What Actually Makes a Wedding Film 'Editorial'?

Craft · November 2026

What Actually Makes a Wedding Film 'Editorial'?

The word editorial gets used a lot. What does it actually mean on screen?

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The Best Seasons for Destination Weddings in the Southern Hemisphere

Destinations · October 2026

The Best Seasons for Destination Weddings in the Southern Hemisphere

When should you plan a southern hemisphere destination wedding? A guide to seasons.

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How Long Should a Luxury Wedding Film Be?

Craft · August 2026

How Long Should a Luxury Wedding Film Be?

Three minutes or thirty? A guide to choosing the right length for your wedding film.

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Wedding Videography vs Cinematography: What's the Real Difference?

Craft · July 2026

Wedding Videography vs Cinematography: What's the Real Difference?

Is the difference between wedding videography and cinematography real, or is it just marketing?

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2027 Wedding Trends: What's Shaping the Luxury Wedding Season

Trends · June 2026

2027 Wedding Trends: What's Shaping the Luxury Wedding Season

Colour palettes, ceremony formats, film aesthetics - what is defining the 2027 luxury wedding season.

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The Wedding Day Timeline That Makes Great Films Possible

Planning · June 2026

The Wedding Day Timeline That Makes Great Films Possible

The single biggest thing couples can do to get a better wedding film is plan the timeline around it. Here is how.

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Hiring a Wedding Videographer in Italy: What to Expect

Destinations · May 2026

Hiring a Wedding Videographer in Italy: What to Expect

Tuscany, Lake Como, Amalfi - what filming a luxury Italian wedding is actually like.

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How Much Does a Luxury Wedding Videographer Cost in South Africa?

Planning · March 2026

How Much Does a Luxury Wedding Videographer Cost in South Africa?

A transparent guide to luxury wedding videography pricing in South Africa - and what actually drives the cost.

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What to Look For When Choosing a Wedding Videographer in South Africa

Planning · February 2026

What to Look For When Choosing a Wedding Videographer in South Africa

A practical guide to choosing a luxury wedding videographer - what to watch for, what to ask, and what to avoid.

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Destination vs Local Wedding Videographers: Which Is Right For You?

Planning · January 2026

Destination vs Local Wedding Videographers: Which Is Right For You?

Should you hire locally or fly your videographer in? An honest guide from a studio that works in both worlds.

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