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Keith & Heidi | Maine – USA | Portland Wedding Video

September 7th, 2010

Portland Wedding Video

Keith and I first met in college back in 1996 at Oswego State University. We both studied and worked in the same industry and have kept in touch over the years. So when he asked me to film his wedding I was of course honored to do so.

After a 20 hour flight from Australia and a 6 hour drive from New York I arrived in the state of Maine. A region of beautiful and untouched country landscapes providing the perfect setting for a wedding. The town of New Harbor is one of those typical, small American towns but blessed with panoramic ocean views and a famous lighthouse.

My day began there – filming the sunrise coming up over the Atlantic Ocean at 5am and followed by kayaking in Fossett’s Cove with Keith and a few of his mates. From there it was back to the Bradley Inn, where most of us were staying, to film the bride and groom getting ready. I can tell you it was a bit surreal watching a long time friend preparing for his big day.

The nuptials were held on a pier not far from the Inn with Heidi making her entrance by boat. I don’t think I have ever seen my friend cry, but when he started to get choked up during his vows he covered it up in typical Keith style.

This my first time using a Slider which you will see in a few shots in the earlier parts of the clip. The soundtrack by Keith Urban was also used as their first dance.

Thank you to Heidi & Keith for inviting me there to capture one of the happiest days in your lives. I wish you both nothing but the best in the many years ahead.

- Geoff

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  1. Shell wrote: What a gorgeous wedding and the picture quality is awesome. So crisp and fresh! awesome job as always :) (September 10, 2010 - 5:27 am)
  2. Julian Beattie wrote: Hands down, one of the best highlight videos I've seen in a long time, man! Friggin' rad! (September 9, 2010 - 10:04 am)
  3. Ashley Pooler wrote: Hey Heidi, Your wedding video is amazing!! You looked beautiful and I am happy for you! (September 8, 2010 - 3:07 pm)
  4. Jennifer Schatzel wrote: Keith and Heidi both look amazing - you captured them beautifully. Nice scenic shots too :) (September 8, 2010 - 3:00 pm)
  5. Ryann Stevens wrote: The video is amazing! (September 8, 2010 - 9:53 am)
  6. Kristie wrote: amazing work Geoff! absolutely beautiful... (September 8, 2010 - 8:35 am)
  7. Julie Larpent wrote: Beautiful work...as usual!!! (September 8, 2010 - 4:23 am)
  8. Becky wrote: Heidi your video is amazing!! (September 8, 2010 - 4:00 am)
  9. Dawn Spoden wrote: So beautiful!!It did make me cry too! (September 8, 2010 - 3:12 am)
  10. Russell Caron wrote: Geoff, breath-taking is all I can say. Superb! Thanks for sharing this! I am sure Keith and Heidi will watch it over and over for the next many years! (September 7, 2010 - 6:59 pm)
  11. Joyce wrote: Thank you so much for allowing those of us who could not be there to share in that gorgeous moment...you truly are an artist and of course, you had wonderful "material"! An Ohio friend of the groom and soon, the bride! (September 7, 2010 - 6:45 pm)
  12. Harpreet wrote: It is really beautiful and you and Kieth look made for each other. Congrats! We really miss you at school. (September 7, 2010 - 3:32 pm)
  13. Chris Hungerford wrote: And it's perfect. No shaky camera, its not choppy, and its not 4 hours long. Now that's a wedding video (September 7, 2010 - 2:02 pm)
  14. Heidi (the bride) wrote: I know, I've already cried 3 times. It is so beautiful! (September 7, 2010 - 1:45 pm)
  15. Chris Hungerford wrote: I feel like I just watched a romantic movie. It brought tears to my eyes it was so beautiful! (September 7, 2010 - 1:35 pm)
  16. David H wrote: Awesome!! I love the crispness of the HD, and the bride and groom aren't too bad either. Hope you guys are doing well!! (September 7, 2010 - 1:31 pm)
  17. Lew wrote: Great video! It was just like being back there. Geoff did a fantastic job. (September 7, 2010 - 1:24 pm)
  18. Danielle Kennedy wrote: Made me cry!! It looked so beautiful! (September 7, 2010 - 12:59 pm)
  19. Sarah Tremblay Smith wrote: That was so beautiful and touching!!! Loved it! Again, Congratulations! (September 7, 2010 - 12:57 pm)
  20. Andrea Judd wrote: Alrighty ... This was so beautiful, you have no idea how disappointed I am that I wasn't able to be there. You looked gorgeous and I haven't stopped crying!!!!! Miss U!! (September 7, 2010 - 12:55 pm)
  21. Heidi (the bride) wrote: I know it made me cry! He did such a great job! It's crazy how fast it went by! Thanks for all that you did too Lisa to make it so beautiful! (September 7, 2010 - 12:48 pm)
  22. Lisa Rossignol wrote: Your video is so wonderful. I love it almost as much as being there. Love you guys (September 7, 2010 - 12:40 pm)
  23. Irene wrote: Well done Geoff! (September 7, 2010 - 12:38 pm)
  24. Luke wrote: Mate, very nice...loved it (September 7, 2010 - 12:05 pm)
  25. Susanto wrote: well done buddy! all those extra investments (workshop, slider, steadicam, etc) really paid off eh??? (September 7, 2010 - 11:37 am)
  26. Michele Juric wrote: You are so talented! Congratulations to you! (September 7, 2010 - 11:02 am)
  27. Leigh Miller wrote: Great filming, Geoff. Love your pan shots. Nicely edited, too! I am sure Keith and Heidi love it too. What a gift! (September 7, 2010 - 11:01 am)
  28. Tarnia wrote: Aww that was so beautiful. What a stunning couple. (September 7, 2010 - 10:51 am)
  29. Patricia Fedde wrote: Beautiful job! Made me cry.... (September 7, 2010 - 10:49 am)
  30. Daniel Cartwright wrote: Nice shots mate! (September 7, 2010 - 10:45 am)
  31. Dave Cowling wrote: Nice work Geoff ! Looks like a beautiful place. (September 7, 2010 - 10:35 am)
  32. Rachel Powell wrote: Simply Stunning Geoff - as always (September 7, 2010 - 10:31 am)
  33. Darlene wrote: Awesome! ( AS USUAL!) I love watching these Geoff-- you really have a special gift! (September 7, 2010 - 10:29 am)

‘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)