I’m not sure there is really any accurate title for this week’s episode, as we dive into so many things in this one!When we sat down to record, we wanted to talk about a few recent purchases that we’ve both made, now that things are picking up with our 2024 wedding seasons.We recently shot another wedding together too, so we talk about the fun of that day and touch briefly (again) on our ideal clients and share the success that our upcoming workshop has now sold out! From there on in, it all get...
Apr 11, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Another episode, another milestone and an exciting announcement for the WCC! We both can’t believe we’re 25 episodes (and pretty much a year) into this already. We can’t thank you enough for all the love and support you’ve shown this podcast and spurred on by some messages you’ve sent us, WE’RE HOSTING OUR VEY FIRST WORKSHOP!! On May 1st, we’ll be hosting a marketing & branding workshop to a really small group at a cool location in Guildford. We’ll be giving away so much knowledge on one of ...
Mar 28, 2024•1 hr 20 min
Any talk of money or pricing to British people can sometimes seem like a taboo subject, so in this episode we throw it wide open and talk all things money, pricing and package strategies.We both definitely feel that our businesses would have grown quicker if these conversations around money and what to charge were more common place, but at the same time want to make it clear that money is a hugely personal thing and everybody’s circumstances are different. In this episode we discuss:- How we pri...
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr 11 min
We’re both back from our trip to Disney World; full of joy, enthusiasm and inspiration, so we spend the first few minutes catching up on our adventures and what’s been going on whilst we’ve been away. We also discuss the benefits of taking a break at the start of the season and how it differs from our other trips we’ve done. Since we’ve been home, Chris has also attended his first ever workshop, which he thoroughly enjoyed and sparked the conversation around investing in education. Whilst there ...
Feb 29, 2024•1 hr 17 min
It’s definitely that time of year isn’t it? Booking season is upon us, we’ve just delivered the last of our 2023 edits and are now looking at using that new work to update our marketing material for the year ahead. Whilst it’s a wonderful thing to have a wealth of content to use; this episode is all about realigning your brand, recognising the values of your ‘dream client’ and using them as a filter when curating the work you want to share.In this episode we discuss:- Why we think it’s important...
Feb 01, 2024•1 hr 10 min
This week we’re back with a cheeky bonus episode, the second half and continuation of last week’s topic…In part one last week, we spoke all about how we capture the ceremony part of the day and this time around we’re chatting all things about capturing the speeches.Again, there’s a little more to this for the videographers, so we dive into the challenges of tripod placement, mic-ing up wedding guests and have a big discussion around the best time of the day to host the speeches. Can you really t...
Jan 25, 2024•34 min
Tom & Chris are back with another practical episode for you, and this time it’s all about capturing the all important wedding ceremony & speeches… For videography in particular, these 2 events are the absolute cornerstones of a wedding day and we dive into how we approach capturing these important moments.After all, it’s the ceremony that even makes it a wedding in the first place, right!?We discuss the importance of beginning the conversation in your contract before the couple even book...
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 8 min
That's right, we're back with our first episode of 2024 and it's also our very first episode where it's not just Chris & Tom! We're joined by the incredible Kirsty Mackenzie; an awesome wedding photographer based in Hampshire and also and absolute tour de force when it comes to everything styled shoots. Kirsty has been shooting weddings for over a decade and is known for her colourful and care-free style. She has hosted several styled workshops of her own, hosted shoots for industry events l...
Jan 04, 2024•1 hr 19 min
As this is our final episode of 2023, we have abit of a catch up over the events of the past few weeks as well as look back at the past 12 months.We talk candidly about the struggles this year has brought as well as our many successes too. We also reveal something very exciting about our first episode of 2024, so make sure to listen until the end!! Lastly we both want to thank you for all the support you’ve shown this podcast and wish you a very Merry Christmas!
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 28 min
Now that the busy summer has passed and your focus is fully set on reducing that edit pile, hopefully this episode will serve as much as a reminder as it will offer some useful tips. Did you know that nearly half of the engagements that happen every year are between November & February? That means a whole lot of couples are going to be planning their weddings and looking to book your services for their weddings. That’s why this week’s episode is all about marketing your services to those new...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 17 min
This week it’s an absolute bumper episode and we’re also in a brand new location as Tom has builders in his house and we couldn’t risk the noise!The use of AI software has been a hot topic amongst wedding photographers this year as many are adopting these new tools to help with culling, editing and admin tasks. In this episode we do a deep dive into AI for wedding creatives; the tools on the market (or lack of, for video right now!) how we use them in our businesses and the kind of time that usi...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 22 min
For more info on the contract head here: https://www.spiceweddingfilms.com/definitivecontractThis week’s episode is all about preparing yourself for shooting those winter weddings! With the evenings drawing darker, the temperatures dropping and the rain showing no sign of letting up; it’s pretty fair to say that weddings in the darker months can be pretty challenging, but in a whole different way to the heat and brightness of the summer. We actually did an episode on surviving summer weddings (b...
Nov 02, 2023•1 hr 1 min
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 real...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 9 min
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 ...
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 15 min
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 cam...
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr 23 min
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...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 16 min
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 th...
Aug 17, 2023•1 hr 20 min
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 o...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 14 min
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 g...
Jul 13, 2023•1 hr 10 min
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.
Jun 29, 2023•59 min
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-s...
Jun 15, 2023•1 hr
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!...
Jun 01, 2023•57 min
What inspires you as a wedding photographer & videographer and how can you apply that to your work? Chris & Tom talk about how you can use your inspirations to stand out in the industry, as well as some inspirations of our own.
May 18, 2023•56 min
In this episode, Chris & Tom dive into the actual wedding day and talk about their processes and approach during the evening reception. How can you use the dinner time productively? What posed and candid shots can you get in the evening? How long should you be staying?Fresh off the heels of a wedding we shot together where the evening reception was buzzing and the dance floor was full, we were bursting with helpful information to share in this episode.
May 04, 2023•1 hr
As creatives first and business people second, we can easily forget to plan ahead for taxes or set up a financial workflow that works for you, and you could end up paying for this (literally and figuratively) down the line. So should you be worrying about how many weddings you've got every year? Should you get an accountant or do your books yourself? What happens if you don't manage your finances properly in your first years? Chris & Tom answer all of these questions, plus talk about their o...
Apr 20, 2023•42 min
In this episode of Wedding Capture Co, Chris & Tom discuss if you should be vetting clients before booking them in. In our businesses, we want to work for couples with the same values as us, we want to enjoy our job and ultimately we want to deliver the best possible work to our couples, so in the episode we identify the processes we have in place to make sure we book the couples that we want. We cover everything from targeted branding to consultations calls to red flags with a few stories o...
Apr 06, 2023•47 min
One of the biggest regrets we see amongst wedding photographers and videographers is not going into the wedding season with a plan. Whether it's managing your client and editing workflows, dialling in your presets or setting yourself time to relax and recover, you need to have these set before going into the season. In this episode, Chris & Tom discuss all these things and more so that you can survive the wedding season with not backlog, no burnout and a healthy work life balance.
Mar 21, 2023•53 min
Chris & Tom explain the purpose behind the Wedding Capture Co podcast, introduce themselves and talk a bit about some of the exciting episodes to come. Wedding Capture Co will provide wedding photographers and videographers will helpful insights on how to run their wedding business all the way through to the process of shooting and editing. This is a unique fusion of a photographer and videographers perspective which will inspire creators from both sides to grow their business and flourish i...
Mar 16, 2023•12 min•Ep. 1
