It’s been 6 weeks and 3 holidays since we last recorded, so in this episode we basically have an epic catch up about our trips, as well as diving into a whole array of little subjects that have been on our minds since we last spoke. Topics include:- Are you really showing the content you love on Instagram, or just showing what you know will get likes? - Will content creators really change the landscape of our jobs and how we shoot in 2024?- Even though we both own ‘holiday cameras’ are they really worth the hassle over just using your phone? Tom also drops the news of The Wedding CoActive’s Christmas Party for wedding suppliers called ‘A Very CoActive Christmas’. It’s a really great event aimed at suppliers of the wedding industry, so we all get chance to have a ‘work’ xmas party like all our 9-5 counterparts.It takes place in Portsmouth on Tuesday 12th December and tickets can be bought here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-very-coactive-christmas-tickets-731847935877?aff=oddtdtcreator

Wedding Video Contract (50% off for a limited time after this episode drops!) : https://www.spiceweddingfilms.com/definitivecontractWedding Capture Co is back with a more ‘practical’ episode this week, where Tom & Chris dive into their thoughts and processes around capturing the morning preparations of a wedding day leading up to right before the ceremony itself.In this episode we discuss:- How long before the ceremony should you arrive to shoot prep?- Are the details and dress shots really necessary for video?- The pros and cons of prep at a house over a hotel or wedding venue.Plus a whole load of tips, tricks and advice that we use ourselves to make the best photos & videos we can in that environment.Chris also drops the exciting news that his own wedding video contract is now online and available to be purchased. It was custom made by a legal professional and covers everything you could ever need and so much more to keep you safe in business. For more info on the contract head here: https://www.spiceweddingfilms.com/definitivecontractAs always, we love hearing from everyone who listens to this podcast and appreciate all of your likes, shares and subscriptions.

After praising it’s long service in the last episode, Tom’s beloved Sony camera died whilst at a wedding (RIP) , so he was forced to look around and choose a replacement for that body in super quick time.Because of this, it inspired us to both to look back across our entire camera journeys; from the humble beginnings of our business’ to the kit we use in the present day.

In this episode we discuss how we both started with different brands to the one we use now, the short comings in our older cameras and also muse about what we’d like to see in the future when the next generation of cameras are released.

This is a slightly more ‘tech based’ episode, but with all the usual fun and informal chat you know and love from the Capture Co.

We’re definitely hitting the peak of the wedding season now; the editing list is starting to pile up, the imposter syndrome is creeping in and you’ve ended up pulling a few late nights at your desk just to feel like you’re staying on top of it all.You’re definitely not alone in these thoughts, so this episode is all about how to manage that mammoth workload and avoid the dreaded B-word in the busiest weeks of the season. In this episode we cover:-Using a CRM to help stay on top of the admin side of your business-Setting expectations with your couples to avoid them chasing you for their photo/video.- Making sure you still practise self-care amongst the workload to stay in good physical & mental health.As always, we welcome all your comments, likes and make sure to hit subscribe so you’ll be the first to know when a new episode drops!

Is Videography just a game of gear?
Do you really need 3 camera angles during the speeches? 

Are photographers always in the way of your shot, or is it just in their heads?
This is just some of the myths and questions that Tom poses to Chris in this weeks episode.
This episode is also a follow-up to 009, where Chris put Tom in the hot-seat to answer these the questions the other way around.
If you’re a photographer who finds themselves working with videographers more and more at weddings, then this is the perfect chat for you!
All those questions, myths and thoughts you’ve had about wedding videography is covered in here and Chris holds nothing back in his honestly about how we should all work nicely together.

We made it! Tom & Chris reflect on the milestone of this being our 10th episode and our learnings so far in this journey.

We also wander into a whole realm of topics, whilst Max (the podcast dog) tries desperately to distract us throughout the whole recording.

Topics include:

- Being robust with your kit, minimal kit over bringing everything!

- Owning a 'holiday camera' vs taking phone photos whilst your away.

- Being booked alongside a photographer with a different style to you.

- Hitting our stride with ideal clients and better bookings than ever.

Lastly we just want to say a huge THANK YOU! to everyone whose listened, shared, commented and supported this podcast so far. We appreciate all of you and help us grow even more.

In this episode, Chris grills Tom on all things wedding photography with the aim of getting to know a photographer's mindset on the wedding day when they're working with a videographer:

Should photographers change their style for videographers?

Are group shots really that bad?

What's the worst thing a videographer has done on a wedding day?

We go through all these questions and more in this episode, and be sure to stay locked in to the podcast as part 2 will be coming up soon where Tom gets to grill Chris on Videography questions and myths.

We're deep into wedding season and we've already had some sizzling hot weddings, so in this episode of The Wedding Capture Co Podcast, Chris & Tom discuss our tips for surviving and thriving when capturing hot summer weddings.From picking the right clothes and preparing your gear, to hydration and suncream, this episode is sure to warm you up for the summer season ahead.

What is your ideal wedding to film or photograph? Do you have to brand yourself as 'luxury' to raise your prices? Should you jump on trends?In this more relaxed episode of the Wedding Capture Co Podcast, Chris & Tom aim to answer these questions and discuss their own experiences.As well as that, Chris reveals a story from a recent wedding that would make anyone want to crawl into a hole, but gave us a good laugh.Wedding Coactive summer social tickets:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/big-summer-social-tickets-641173877327Wedding Coactive Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/theweddingcoactive/

Besides your actual cameras & lenses, what pieces of kit/tech help you most in your business?
In this episode Tom & Chris talk about their own recent purchases in this category and how they could save you some time in your creative business too.
Topics include Tom finally entering the 21st century by editing on an external monitor (rather than his tiny laptop screen) and Chris getting even more futuristic with his voice-activated charging station for all the kit he uses on a wedding day!
Tune in to find out more!