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EPISODE · Jan 2, 2026 · 8 MIN

Find the Perfect Wedding Photographer & Videographer: What Couples Must Know #WeddingGuide

from Cherrywood Podcast · host Simon and Rachel Burridge

In this episode of the Cherrywood Podcast, we break down how to choose the photographer and videographer who genuinely fit your personality, your expectations, and the flow of your wedding day. Whether you prefer cinematic direction or a relaxed documentary style, this guide will help you understand what really matters before booking your team.#WeddingAdvice #WeddingPlanning #KentWeddingsSponsors featured in this episode:• Club Awesome – supporting autistic children and their families• De Medici Associates – Chartered Structural & Civil Engineers• Right at Home Medway – Quality trusted home care• Clearwater Kent – Award-winning cleaning & facilities management• Cherrywood Productions – Award-winning wedding and promo filmmakers• Hindsight Directory – A5 full-colour directory delivered by Royal Mail3) TIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome back0:02 Why choosing the right team matters0:24 Your team is with you all day0:53 How involved do you want them to be?1:08 The posed, directed style explained1:42 The trade-offs of highly directed photography2:02 The documentary approach2:20 Capturing natural, genuine emotion2:41 The day flows freely and authentically2:52 Understanding cinematic wedding films3:19 Why cinematic films require direction3:42 Documentary-style videography4:01 A true time-capsule wedding film4:11 Choosing cinematic vs documentary4:28 How well your teams work together4:40 Risks of hiring separate companies5:00 Benefits of a combined photo-video team5:22 Smoother communication & workflow5:37 The emotional side of choosing your team5:59 Comfort and connection matter6:09 The Cherrywood approach6:25 Episode Wrap-Up6:46 Sponsor — Club Awesome6:57 Sponsor — De Medici Associates7:04 Sponsor — Right at Home Medway7:30 Sponsor — Clearwater Kent7:51 Sponsor — Cherrywood Productions8:09 Sponsor — Hindsight DirectoryWelcome to Cherrywood Podcast, your source for inspiring conversations and compelling stories. Join us as we dive into the journeys of remarkable individuals from various fields, offering insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and more. Subscribe for positivity, authenticity, and engaging discussions. Learn how we blew up on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkif0i1i5oaDN83UzwYQQBSH-4DEMhfJ0&si=zzna8zvRN2Jyqzv3https://youtu.be/p9GnbbykQoM?si=cBr4ZHuNwXumP_4RContact:📧 Email: [email protected]📞 Phone: 07857 283 005🌐 Website: www.cherrypro.co.uk📱 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cherrywoodproductions📸 Instagram: @cherrywoodproGuests Song Choices playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YxsMkrJLbFQSjeRKfzcCQ?si=21a21d1ef9534479Disclaimer: Views expressed by guests on Cherrywood Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or producers.

In this episode of the Cherrywood Podcast, we break down how to choose the photographer and videographer who genuinely fit your personality, your expectations, and the flow of your wedding day. Whether you prefer cinematic direction or a relaxed documentary style, this guide will help you understand what really matters before booking your team.#WeddingAdvice #WeddingPlanning #KentWeddingsSponsors featured in this episode:• Club Awesome – supporting autistic children and their families• De Medici Associates – Chartered Structural & Civil Engineers• Right at Home Medway – Quality trusted home care• Clearwater Kent – Award-winning cleaning & facilities management• Cherrywood Productions – Award-winning wedding and promo filmmakers• Hindsight Directory – A5 full-colour directory delivered by Royal Mail3) TIMESTAMPS0:00 Welcome back0:02 Why choosing the right team matters0:24 Your team is with you all day0:53 How involved do you want them to be?1:08 The posed, directed style explained1:42 The trade-offs of highly directed photography2:02 The documentary approach2:20 Capturing natural, genuine emotion2:41 The day flows freely and authentically2:52 Understanding cinematic wedding films3:19 Why cinematic films require direction3:42 Documentary-style videography4:01 A true time-capsule wedding film4:11 Choosing cinematic vs documentary4:28 How well your teams work together4:40 Risks of hiring separate companies5:00 Benefits of a combined photo-video team5:22 Smoother communication & workflow5:37 The emotional side of choosing your team5:59 Comfort and connection matter6:09 The Cherrywood approach6:25 Episode Wrap-Up6:46 Sponsor — Club Awesome6:57 Sponsor — De Medici Associates7:04 Sponsor — Right at Home Medway7:30 Sponsor — Clearwater Kent7:51 Sponsor — Cherrywood Productions8:09 Sponsor — Hindsight DirectoryWelcome to Cherrywood Podcast, your source for inspiring conversations and compelling stories. Join us as we dive into the journeys of remarkable individuals from various fields, offering insights into personal growth, entrepreneurship, creativity, and more. Subscribe for positivity, authenticity, and engaging discussions. Learn how we blew up on YouTube:https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkif0i1i5oaDN83UzwYQQBSH-4DEMhfJ0&si=zzna8zvRN2Jyqzv3https://youtu.be/p9GnbbykQoM?si=cBr4ZHuNwXumP_4RContact:📧 Email: [email protected]📞 Phone: 07857 283 005🌐 Website: www.cherrypro.co.uk📱 Facebook: www.facebook.com/cherrywoodproductions📸 Instagram: @cherrywoodproGuests Song Choices playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3YxsMkrJLbFQSjeRKfzcCQ?si=21a21d1ef9534479Disclaimer: Views expressed by guests on Cherrywood Podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of the podcast hosts or producers.

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