Westward Films

5 ( 3 reviews ) · Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula, Dandenong ranges, Yarra valley (View Map)

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OVERVIEW

"Hiring Westward Films was hands down the best decision we made" Sarah and Brenton

First up, congratulations on your engagement.

You've made the right decision in considering video coverage of your big day. Whether it is the laughters, the tremble in your partner's voice, that heartfelt speech or the flowergirls chasing the pageboys, these are all moments that deserve to be captured by motion picture. When you then add your favourite music you will have a treasured memory that you can watch again and again. Imagine watching your wedding film 50 years from now...

Allow our combined imaging experience and our passion to capture the magic of your day to produce a cinematically edited film for you.

Our costings are simple: We charge per hour we spend on your wedding day. This fee is all-inclusive and covers the filming and post production editing of your highlights film. Current prices are available on our website (Westwardfilms)

We would love to create your Wedding Highlights Film:

A cinematically edited film of approximately 4-7 minutes, fully colour graded and edited to the music of your choice.
Filming of any occasion of your choice.

High definition cinematic video recording with at least two DSLR cameras.
High quality audio recording using wireless lapel microphones.
Video editing and production in Full HD finished within 8 weeks of your wedding.
Important: All editing is done in-house by Westward Films (so not overseas by a third party)
Delivery of your films on personalized USB drives.

Optional extra: A Full Day Cinematic Edit (45-60min) which includes all the shots of the day, your full ceremony and speeches shot with multiple cameras ($399)

Don't hesitate to contact us so we can tailor a package to your individual needs and budget.

About

After his own wedding, Erik realized the power of video for such an important occasion and founded Westward Films soon after. He combines his background in scientific research with a passion to create visually stunning content. Together with his technical knowledge, his eye for detail and a plain hard work ethic, Erik will make sure he covers your wedding in a style that is truly yours. And best of all; he loves what he does so you will be sure to all have a great time on your special day.

Erik Westein

Business Owner

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Wedding Brochure

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Easy Weddings Special Offer

2019 Winter Wedding Specials

This is the time of year to book in your 2019 winter wedding videography.

We offer 10% discount on all our packages for weddings in the months of May, June, July and August.

Quote this deal when you contact us. We look forward hearing from you.

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Location

Service Area Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula, Dandenong ranges, Yarra valley

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March 2024

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Erik has a beautiful manner and does exceptionally good work. Made taking photographs feel easy

Mike K.

December 2023

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Erik is the most down to earth and talented photographer and videographer we could have ever imagined to capture our special day. He has a very kind and caring nature and made us feel so comfortable for a couple who are not used to having so many photos taken. Our guests also loved him, he was very considerate about not being in anyone’s way but somehow managed to photograph every moment. We received a “sneak peak” the next day and the rest of our photos less than a month later and they are extraordinary.

Madison

July 2023

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Erik from Westward Films was an absolute pleasure to work with from our very first interaction with him. He is professional, responsive and accommodated every request without hesitation. He understood our requests and what we wanted to capture in our wedding video. And he absolutely nailed it - the wedding highlights and full video really capture the heart and soul of our special day - at home getting ready, during the ceremony, during the photos and the entire reception. Highly recommend Westward Films for your special day. Richard and Koraly Sowter

Koraly S.

Expert Advice

As a wedding professional, Westward Films offers expert advice to help couples plan their perfect day. Ask a question or read their expert advice.

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Why should I have booked my videographer by?

Trying to get everything organised! :)

Westward Films

Videography suppliers work on a very similar time schedule as photographers. Typically you should be safe 1 year out from your wedding. If you leave it up to the last 3-4 months you will find that the prime suppliers are likely booked out already.

Kind regards,
Erik

Director, Westward Films

Carli B

i want to post my wedding video online but facebook doesnt let me due to the music copyright

is it part of videographers contract that says they'll be using music that isn't rightfully theirs? I want to post my video for my family and friends to see and it's basically useless otherwise!

Westward Films

The licence for songs that are used for wedding film highlights need to purchased by your videography provider. If a song is used for which a licence is not available then technically there is a breach of copyright law. You can contact your provider and request for a licence. If a licence is not available for your song then it should not have been used in the first place by your videographer.

Why should I get a videographer if I'm already having a photographer?

I'm on the fence about videography and need that extra push. Can you tell me why I should have both a photographer and a videographer at my wedding?

Westward Films

Traditionally the only means of covering a wedding was with photography and it is usually for this reason that video coverage is still considered an add-on. Also, the videos that were produced by professionals in the 80's and 90's were, by current standards, very poor.

In the last decade, there have been enormous developments in cameras and editing techniques which means wedding videography is now visually as stunning as photography. Important from a budget perspective; wedding films are now created at the same price as photography packages.

And this is why you should consider videography: For the same cost as your photographer, you will be able to relive your day in much more detail where laughs are seen and heard, tears of joy can be seen rolling down the cheek of your fiancee and the breathtaking backdrop of your ceremony location comes to live with panoramic aerial shots.

But most important, the things that photos don't capture, are the words spoken on your day. The tremble in your voice during your vows and the excitement of the audience when you're announced as husband and wife.

A wedding film is the way of the future. The visuals are equally as stunning as photographs and sharing your film online is the the best way for you, your friends and family to remember your day exactly as it was….just perfect.

Cindy S