The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Lake Forest, CA

The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Lake Forest, CA

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27 Wedding Videographers in Lake Forest, CA

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Cinemoir 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA
  • Offer

I am Alex, trained documentary filmmaker, people watcher and memory keeper, preserving the laughter, tears of joy, and all the delightful surprises. With passion for storytelling and a sprinkle of movie magic, I create films that bring smiles and warm hearts. So, get ready to be the star of your own film, where every frame reflects the love that fills the air. Happy memories!

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot stress enough how much we recommend Alex and NY Wedding Films! He did an absolutely incredible job capturing footage surreptitiously throughout our wedding day, and then producing the most wonderful highlight reels. They are so beautifully done and we will treasure them always. We almost didn't book a videographer because of our budget concerns, but the prices are so reasonable, and the value of the product is beyond measure. Thank you for everything, Alex! If I could give 10 stars here I would!
Amy & M., 3 years ago
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Enchanted Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Wedding videography is my side hustle. I love capturing peoples days and making them a product that they will have for years to come. I work in the entertainment industry full time and freelance video edit on the side. I also do photography as well. I do photography, videography and content creation.

Awarded Best of Zola
It was wonderful getting to work with Kristiann! She was easy to get in touch with and clearly communicated her services. She communicated with both myself and my wedding coordinator and was punctual with meeting deadlines and provided needed information up until the day of the wedding. She asked a lot of clarifying and informative questions related to our wedding theme and vision and she made us feel very comfortable throughout the process. Kristiann is very friendly and attentive to special moments on the wedding day. We would recommend Kristiann to anyone looking for videography services for their special day!
Marissa R., a year ago
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Dianna Nguyen Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,750
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

When inviting me in to tell a part of your story, you are letting me into your relationship. No matter the session, elopement, or wedding, I will capture without reserve everything from the smallest details to the greatest landscape; so when you return to this story you will feel everything. From the last light on the horizon to the messy and playful love, your film will hold memories, not just videos.

Awarded Best of Zola
We were really struggling to find a videographer that understood what we wanted and was within our budget. Dianna was warm and friendly from the start! She was very patient as we talked through everything we wanted in our video. On the day of our wedding, she was very thorough and captured some shots that we didn't even know happened! We were worried that our photographer and videographer would get in the way of guests' views but Dianna was very respectful and was able to capture beautiful footage without disrupting our guests. We cannot recommend Dianna enough!
Ashley, 3 years ago
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A Beautiful Union 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Hire one team for photography and videography! We are a wedding studio based in Portland, Oregon. We strive to capture timeless, heartfelt, and sincere imagery for couples in Portland and across the West Coast.

From the moment we booked A Beautiful Union, the videography team was a dream to work with. Their communication was prompt, clear, and they took the time to truly understand our vision for the day. The quality of their work was top-notch - exquisite, pristine, and preciously detailed . On the day of our wedding, Daniel from A Beautiful Union was an absolute pleasure to have by our side, capturing all the special moments in a way that felt natural and unobtrusive. The final video was more beautiful than we could have imagined, allowing us to relive our wedding day over and over again. I can't think of a better person to trust with preserving the memories of your special day than A Beautiful Union. Highly, highly recommend!
Caitlyn H., 2 months ago
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Ebullient Memories Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Hi! My name is Hector David, I've been passionate about capturing love stories and transforming them into breathtaking cinematic films since 2016. It's my goal to ensure you can remember every precious moment of your beautiful wedding like it was yesterday. The candid moments you love, the ones you missed and everything in between; every moment that makes your day so special. I don't charge travel fees within CA!Offering Full Wedding Films, Short Films, Social Media Videos, Drone Footage, RAW footage & Photo + Video Packages!

Awarded Best of Zola
Ebullient Memories is absolutely the best choice for your wedding videography! Here's why... 1. David is amazing at providing excellent customer service with quick responses. Often times couples run into problems when trying to contact a vendor. David is always timely and willing to answer any question in full detail. 2. He's extremely experienced and understands the usual process of weddings. Extremely accommodating and works well under pressure even if the wedding schedule runs behind. 3. An eye for detail and a love for film-making. David is constantly trying to capture and create a wedding film that exudes quality, romanticism, and expert pacing. If you are looking for a videographer that works well with your photographer. This is who you should go with. Pick the right vendor that communicates with you on a timely basis and delivers your video within a time frame that is appropriate... not MONTHS later. We have been working together for a while and I can tell you right now that having vendors that work together well is crucial to having your day run smoothly where you can enjoy your wedding and not worry about what is being captured.
Alec, a year ago
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Motel Cinema 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

Fueled by nostalgic recalling we aim to create a film that is timeless and authentic. Motel Cinema is based out of San Diego, Ca and our approach to weddings is inspired by the untraditional travelers before us, who hit the road in search of adventure into the unknown. We don't like boxes and we don't want wedding films that fit into one. If that tickles your fancy let's get weird.

Awarded Best of Zola
One of the best decisions we made for our wedding was to hire Motel Cinema! As an entertainment marketer, specifically for documentaries, how our wedding would be documented was top of mind for me and I met with quite a few videographers. Brandon completely exceeded my expectations with the moments he caught on film, the editing, the music, the vibe. I really felt like he saw us and reflected it all back to us in the most special way which we will cherish for the rest of our lives. He was an absolute joy to work with through the entire process- easy to communicate with and quick, but also a relaxed energy that fit seamlessly into our wedding weekend. I cannot recommend Motel Cinema enough and I’m so so grateful that we were connected.
Joelle, 5 months ago
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Cook Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA
  • Offer

Hi there, my name is Caleb but most people call me Cook. I spent almost 13 years in the southeast filming weddings, events, corporate gigs and commercials. I moved to California in 2012 and pursued a different career. A couple years ago I decided to get back into event videography and started Cook Captures. When shooting events I have a very hands off candid style. I love to capture people naturally having fun, enjoying the day and creating memories. Every event I film is unique and each film ends up with it’s own story and narrative that fit the couple, venue, guests and overall vibe of your wedding.

Cook and Peter were so great to work with. I appreciated their understanding of how difficult the cost of weddings have gone up and how they were willing to cooperate reasonably throughout the whole process. Cook was able to capture all the shots I was hoping to have captured and his talent is truly evident. My husband and I were hoping to get some footage within the whole gallery of the not so “picture-perfect” to keep memories authentic and to see the natural candid side of our special day. Cook delivered that exactly through his videos. I truly recommend working with Cook if you are looking for someone to capture a meaningful event in your life. He is also so versatile in styles that he truly can provide you exactly what you are looking for or thinking through collaboration.
Elizabeth , 9 months ago
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Scarpace Weddings 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

My journey as a wedding videographer is driven by a deep ethical commitment to provide a service that is not only professional but also heartfelt and responsible. I understand that your wedding day is one of the most significant moments in your life, and my approach is rooted in capturing these memories with the utmost care and sincerity. I pride myself on transparency, ensuring that every couple knows exactly what to expect from my services. From clear communication to respecting your privacy and preferences, my goal is to create a trusting relationship with every client.

I had a wedding back in May of 2023 that I needed to hire another videographer to assist and scarpace weddings was very reliable and performed very well in fast paced environments. He took direction and was very easy to work with as well got along with everyone from vendors to party guest working around everyone. The quality of his work really stood out capturing the day, the clients were very happy with the work and I look forward to recommending him to other clients.
Rain Fox , a year ago
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BENJAMIN THOMAS FILM 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

My name is Ben. I am a LA-based Wedding Filmmaker who runs on emotion-driven films that tell the story of you as a couple. The wedding day for sure! - But lets be honest, the wedding day is only whatit is because of who you are together before and after the day is done. Let's get some of that. That's the stuff that lasts longer than a few years after your wedding. The stuff your kids will pull out and watch.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ben's work speaks for itself. He captures beautiful stories and presents them in a way you never thought possible. You'll laugh, you'll cry and you'll find yourself saying things like "Dang, we look so good!" - because you'll feel like movie stars. And while you'll feel like Hollywood royalty, you won't have to worry about the paparazzi cramping your style - Ben's subtle and intuitive work flow captures all the important moments without ruining the vibe. He's easy to get along with, he knows what he's doing, and his films allow you to revisit your special day as often as you'd like. TL;DR Felt like movie stars, everything looked amazing, book Ben: A fun, creative & artistic professional.
RYAN & D., 2 years ago
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D Side Productions Inc 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

🎥 Capturing Emotions, Creating Memories At DSide Productions, we freeze the magical moments of your wedding day in a fun and heartfelt way, ensuring that the emotions linger for a lifetime. 🎬 Your Story, Our Vision with a French touch of romance 🇫🇷 Meet Franck Pedretti, our visionary lens maestro. A former Pro Snowboarder and French TV personality, Franck's boundless creativity ensures each frame narrates your unique love story. 💡 Turning Dreams into Reality Innovation defines us at DSide Productions. We enhance your ideas, promising an extraordinary experience that exceeds expectations.

Very talented, fun to work with and extremely creative, Franck will make you day memorable and unforgetable!
Chris W, 4 years ago
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The Shalom Imaginative 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,600
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA

We are The Shalom Imaginative, wedding videographers in Los Angeles with a candid, documentary style. Our videos are never cheesy or boring and capture the true essence of your day. We want you to always remember how your celebration felt.

The Shalom Imaginative are EXCELLENT photographers for any event or occasion! From the start, Nate and his team made my fiancé and I feel we were in good hands for our wedding day. They are friendly, professional and answered all our questions quickly throughout the process. Our photographer for the day was Igor. He was fun to have around and also delivered amazing photos in a big way! We were so happy with how our photos turned out that we bought two photo albums afterwards (one for us and one to gift to my mother in law). We are so happy we went with the Shalom Imaginative for our big day and highly recommend them to anyone in need of photographers!
Vanessa & M., 2 years ago
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Hereafter Films - Wedding Photo & Video 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA for additional fees

Hereafter is a wedding production house of talented videographers & photographers based in Austin, Texas. Throw out the stress of formulaic & performative weddings. We want you to have an experience-driven, true-to-you celebration with cohesive & creative wedding photography & videography to remember it all. When your veil flies in your face, when you wipe your tears on your sleeve, when you dance until you can't breathe, that's where we thrive. When you trust us to capture those real and honest moments, you end up with photos & video about your love that transcend time.

Sharayah & Ryan are unbelievably talented, professional, punctual and the team of videographers you would 100% want shooting your most special day! They possess this unique talent to capture all of your special moments in an incredibly organic way. There were times we didn't even realize they were shooting and these were the money shots! When we first viewed our Highlight Film created and edited by Hereafter Films we were speechless! In 8 minutes they were able to capture an entire day of events so beautifully that we could not stop watching, re-watching and sharing with all family and friends. Editing, music, quality of footage and style is the best we have ever seen. Make the commitment and invest in the gifts of these two. You will not regret it! * Olivia & Mitch Strickling *
Olivia & M., 4 years ago
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Mawaddah Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA for additional fees

Mawaddah Productions a women-owned videography company who has been dedicated to artistic and authentic storytelling worldwide for years. Specializing in wedding cinematography, Mawaddah Productions delicately crafts documentary heirloom films for romantics.

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I found Saja through a tagged video of my wedding venue (The Glen Manor House) midway through planning, and was immediately sold! Her artistry, talent and the opulence mirrored my vision so much that I ended up firing my previously booked videographer! So if you’re reading this, and you already booked a videographer; you may need to reconsider because every bride needs a Saja on her wedding day! She is personable, professional and extremely considerate! The produced work is phenomenal and is a keepsake that will transcend family generations!! You regret hiring Mawaddah Productions for your big day!
Barbara A., a year ago
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Wedding Love Film Bridal Studio 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $650
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA for additional fees

Hi there! I'm Anthony Hagen, the creative heart behind Wedding Love Film. I've filmed over 350 weddings, using a cinematic style to capture your unique love story in a film you'll treasure forever. My customized videography packages fit your budget and vision, from all-day coverage to a shorter, intimate edit. I specialize in capturing candid emotions, turning real moments into unforgettable memories. Not sure how much coverage you need? I’m here to guide you! Let’s create something beautiful—reach out today to discuss your perfect package.

As a fellow photographer, working alongside Anthony Hagen has been a truly remarkable experience. Anthony’s talent and dedication to his craft as a wedding videographer are evident in every project we’ve collaborated on. His ability to capture the essence and emotion of each moment is unparalleled, and his cinematic storytelling adds a magical touch to every wedding film. Anthony’s professionalism and easygoing nature make him a joy to work with, both for me and for our clients. He has an incredible eye for detail and a knack for being in the right place at the right time, ensuring that no precious moment goes unnoticed. The way he seamlessly blends into the background while capturing stunning footage is a testament to his skill and experience. I have seen firsthand how Anthony’s videography perfectly complements my photography, creating a cohesive and comprehensive visual narrative of the couple’s special day. The couples we’ve worked with have always been thrilled with the final results, and it’s clear that Anthony pours his heart into every project. I highly recommend Anthony Hagen to any couple looking for a talented, professional, and passionate wedding videographer. His work is truly exceptional, and I look forward to many more collaborations in the future.” Feel free to adjust or add any specific details that reflect your experience working w
Jean H., 5 months ago
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Stamper Films LLC 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,000
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA for additional fees

Stamper Films has been capturing and editing videos since 2014. Our goal is to tell the story of your wedding in a thoughtful, creative, and genuine way so that you and your guests can remember and relive this special day for years to come.

My husband and I were going back and forth on whether we wanted videography at our wedding, and I am so so glad we decided to go with stamper films! Firstly, they were affordable and fit in our budget. Even better, their style is documentary-like filming which we love! Looking at our videos now, it feels like an authentic, real, romantic view was captured. Yan Li was super easy to work with & everything went seamlessly. We felt very comfortable with him & his assistant, and they were so respectful of our photographer as well. Our wedding video makes me cry just thinking about it. Then I turn it on & I really start to cry— our vows overlayed on top of the footage, the scenery & details that were captured, & especially the emotion Stamper Films got on camera. 10/10 and if I ever needed videography again I would go to Stamper Films.
Melinda and S., a year ago
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Fervent Creative 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Lake Forest, CA for additional fees

Here at Fervent we believe in passionately capturing your wedding in a real and raw way. Our films are well described as "organic" and we're best at candidly capturing those beautiful moments you're likely to forget.

Working with both Cori and Michael was a dream! We found them after scouring Instagram accounts and seeing what videographer friends and our venue used in the past. We loved how customizable their packages were and found that they were within our budget. We ended up going with a highlight video and opted to purchase all the footage (bc knowing me, I’ll want to remember every little detail). Both Cori and Michael were on top of communication and so incredibly professional throughout the entire process. Come wedding day, Michael came out as our videographer and was the most sweet and nice guy! He worked so well and was in sync with our photographer and was there shooting all of the moments both big and small! We received our highlight video a little over a month after our wedding and are SO IN LOVE with what they created! I can’t stop watching it over and over and our friends and fam keep reaching out saying how beautiful it came out! They matched our music choice so gracefully with the footage and injected so many memorable moments, while also injecting moments of creativity (which were fun surprises)! We will be receiving the rest of our footage soon, and we’re so excited for that as well! I promise you, you won’t regret hiring Fervent Creative! If you’re looking for a sign to hire a videographer, THIS IS IT!
Erika M., 7 months ago

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About wedding videographers in Lake Forest, CA

How much do couples typically pay for wedding videography in Lake Forest, CA?

In Lake Forest, CA, wedding videography ranges from $100 to $10,000 and averages at $2,700. The cost reflects the videographer's ability to capture and edit the footage of your special day.

Do most videographers capture drone footage?

92% of videographers in Lake Forest, CA have Drone capabilities!

Which are the most popular videographers in Lake Forest, CA?

Some of the most popular videographers in this area include Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing), RayNae Motion Media & Photo and Pluvia Studios.

What's the most common type of deliverables for videographers in Lake Forest, CA?

Most videographers offer a Highlight reel or Short feature deliverable.

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