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‘Alice in Wonderland’ inspired video shoot

July 8th, 2010

In June I was invited to tag along with Brett & Kristie from NGG Studios and do some behind the scenes footage for them. The model shoot had an ‘Alice in Wonderland’ theme and was held at Coolibah Downs on the Gold Coast.

Many other talented wedding suppliers were on hand to showcase their work which included everything from gowns and cakes to makeup and floral designs.  Here is a list of everyone that was involved:

Cakes:  Taya from Deliciously Decadent Cake Design

Styling:  Kristy of Imbue Weddings

Gowns:  Gowns of Elegance

Flowers:  Linda of LWG Design

Fascinators:  Skye of Skye Collections

Crystal details:  Bek of Crystal Couture

Hair & Makeup:  Byron Butcher

Models:  Nicola Eudey, Beau Baxter, Dehnee Baxter

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***Polkadotbride.com has featured the video and photos on their site! Have a look if you want to see how everything turned out.  Click the link to go directly to the post.

I had such a fun time on this shoot and I want to say thank you to everyone for allowing me free range to get the footage I needed.  I always try to stay invisible when I can, but I know some of you were camera shy! See this in brilliant high definition by click the ‘HD’ button in the playable window.

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  1. Erin Cavanaugh wrote: What a great theme and a great mix of suppliers. (July 8, 2010 - 8:01 pm)
  2. {Wonderland video} « ngg blog wrote: [...] he decided to join us! Apart from being fun to hang out with on the day, he’s just posted the video on his blog and i think its [...] (July 8, 2010 - 1:38 pm)
  3. Linda Wilson -Grant wrote: FANTASTIC GEOFF !!!! An excellent job, a credit to yourself and to everyone involved. (July 8, 2010 - 12:38 pm)
  4. Casey Evans wrote: Amazing Geoff! Love it! (July 8, 2010 - 12:28 pm)
  5. Patricia Fedde wrote: Wow! I loved this!! Excellent job and looked like a lot of fun too.. (July 8, 2010 - 12:08 pm)
  6. Kristy wrote: Wow, it looks so great! Amazing. Great song choice. :) (July 8, 2010 - 11:50 am)
  7. Julie Larpent wrote: Oh How cool!!! Love it.....love the song too!!! Good work Geoff!!! (July 8, 2010 - 11:21 am)
  8. Skye wrote: wow!!! thank you so so much. This is just amazing to see. What great footage. what an amazing idea. Thank you Thank you Thank you (July 8, 2010 - 10:46 am)
  9. Kristie wrote: GEOFF!!! Its AWESOME!!!!!! LOVE how you kept it nice and fun, and I cant believe you got so much footage!!! You're a legend, thanks again a trillion times over. :) (July 8, 2010 - 10:07 am)

Sandra & Jaydem | An Island Hideaway | South Stradbroke Island wedding video

April 19th, 2010

Gold Coast Wedding Video

“Wow, wow, wow!!! Geoff, thank you SO MUCH for the brilliant job you did. We can’t stop smiling!!! You are every bit the genius we knew you would be. Thanks for getting our little baby in there too! We can’t wait to see what magic you work with our video! Thank you so much!” – Sandra & Jaydem

Sandra & Jaydem were a wonderful couple and I had so much fun time capturing such an important day in their lives.  It all started out early with the girls as they made the preparations at a unit in Southport while the boys did what they do best by sitting around, watching footy and having a cold one at the couples’ place in Oxenford.  As soon as I walked in I noticed Sabre, their pet Bull Mastiff and I couldn’t leave without getting some playful shots of him.

The ceremony and reception was on South Stradbroke Island hosted by An Island Hideaway.  Where owners Bennie & Michelle always host a great wedding event.  Photographers Grant and Kathy from Ashford Studio flew up from Sydney to take the snaps and despite the fact this was our first time working together we gelled perfectly.  The sunset provided a sensational backdrop for the last few minutes with the bridal party before dark and I was able to film a few amazing moments on the beach.

As always, you can view the clip in high definition by clicking the HD button in the playable window.  I would love to hear your feedback too by clicking ‘Add comment’ just below this posting.  I spent nearly 5 hours on this edit so I really hope you all enjoy it!

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  1. Rebecca wrote: OMG Geoff... you are so talented!! (September 20, 2010 - 2:08 pm)
  2. Jenni Lorraine wrote: You are amazing! You are so doing my wedding! (May 12, 2010 - 5:44 pm)
  3. Michele wrote: Love it! (April 26, 2010 - 9:01 am)
  4. Brenda Decker wrote: Geoff, I just got with the times and got on facebook and I wanted to tell you I always knew you were talented but your work is just amazing. I am very proud and happy for you . (April 24, 2010 - 1:09 pm)
  5. Ben Donnelly wrote: Geoff - simply amazing. I can see the development. (April 20, 2010 - 3:50 pm)
  6. Michael Kuiri wrote: Great work Geoff! (April 20, 2010 - 3:49 pm)
  7. Erin Cavanaugh wrote: Gorgeous! As usual Geoff! (April 20, 2010 - 2:59 pm)
  8. Raquel Climent wrote: Amazing!! Geoff you have done an exceptional job. Gets me teary and smiling all at the same time - LUVSIT!!! (April 20, 2010 - 2:25 pm)
  9. Trista Jeffrey wrote: GEOFF!! That is awesome!! I cant stop watching it you truly did an amazing job LOVE IT!! (April 20, 2010 - 12:22 pm)
  10. Kathy Ashford wrote: Truly awesome Geoff! When I met you I knew it would be. Thanks for being so great to work with - . A real pleasure to hang out with you while stranded at sea! (April 20, 2010 - 10:13 am)
  11. Patricia Fedde wrote: amazing work. It was worth the time it took. and...I can help but mention, I love the dog! (April 20, 2010 - 10:07 am)
  12. Sue Black wrote: Geoff, this is stunning!!! The quality of the Canon 5D Mark II is evident with the beautiful creamy bokeh throughout. The subjects "pop" with the narrow depth of field you have chosen. Very creative. You are an artist and your work shines. These are very special memories that only video can capture... Thanks for sharing :-) (April 20, 2010 - 9:25 am)
  13. Ric Easton wrote: Another work of Art, Geoff! (April 20, 2010 - 9:25 am)
  14. Christopher wrote: DOF-errific! That magic hour stuff is beautiful! Awesome job! (April 20, 2010 - 9:23 am)
  15. Julia wrote: Fantastic! I cried it was so beautiful. Jxx (April 20, 2010 - 8:58 am)
  16. Frank& Rocio Climent wrote: Wanderful very profesional 10/10 Thankyou very much (April 20, 2010 - 8:38 am)
  17. Sandra Jeffrey wrote: Wow, wow, wow!!! Geoff, thank you SO MUCH for the brilliant job you did. We can't stop smiling!!! You are every bit the genius we knew you would be. Thanks for getting our little baby in there too! We can't wait to see what magic you work with our video! Thank you so much, Jaydem and Sandra Jeffrey. (April 20, 2010 - 8:36 am)

StillMotion Evolution Experience

February 23rd, 2010

Last week I had the opportunity and privilege to spend four days with StillMotion – considered to be one of the best wedding cinematographer companies in the world. The workshop was held in Sydney and the time was spent evaluating the work of the attendees as well as seeing how they do things through their eyes and understanding how they approach each wedding and each couple.

On Day 2 we were broken up into teams and were asked to film and produce a few different projects under a tight deadline. One of which was a 30 second commercial about an airline which had to be fun and lighthearted. It had to include the “founder” and owner of the airline and paper airplanes. Our team won the challenge! Have a look:

We didn’t touch any “video cameras” the entire time and instead used HD DSLR’s for our shoots. The Canon 5d Mark II and the Canon 7d are two cameras have been changing the industry over the past year and what they can do is amazing.

My team for Day 2 of the Evolution Experience. Great group of guys!

My team for Day 2 of the Evolution Experience. Great group of guys!

Konrad, myself & Patrick

With Konrad & Patrick - The StillMotion pros

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  1. Heather Coleman wrote: That was brilliant! Loved it tons! Great idea, great shots, great editing. (March 15, 2010 - 9:18 pm)
  2. Jolene McHugh wrote: That's funny. Love the plane! (February 23, 2010 - 10:53 am)
  3. Joanne Philip wrote: That was good! Nice to see that you are good in front of the camera as well as behind it Geoff. :) (February 23, 2010 - 10:53 am)
  4. Patricia Fedde wrote: I love it! Let the magic begin... (February 23, 2010 - 10:52 am)
  5. Ben Donnelly wrote: The commercial was really cool! (February 23, 2010 - 10:52 am)
  6. Vincent Swift wrote: Amazing video workshop! Didn't see one video camera the entire time in that video. Only Canons! (February 23, 2010 - 10:51 am)
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