Video Village Home Why Should You Video? Why Is Video So Challenging? Comparing Costs w/ Photography How To Shop The Interview: What To Ask Reviewing Videos Videographer's Style & Focus Your Responsibilities Rehearsal & Wedding Day The Completed Tape The Contract What's New In Technology For The Budget Conscious About WEVA International VV Message Board       Who's Getting Married?         search by last name           ABOUT US DebMcCoy.com® is in its infancy, but it's incredible in its scope-and that's just the tip of the iceberg. WEDDING PLAY This is where the fun begins! Contests, Games, Quizzes, Wedd-Pages, MORE, MORE, MORE!!! PLAN YOUR PERFECT WEDDING So... you are getting married? Congratulations!!! This is the place to get started. CAN WE TALK? Need some advice? Or just want to get some ideas from the professionals? This is the place for interaction and discussion. MARRY MALL(TM) Looking for something different? We've got those hard-to-find, unique gifts for every wedding couple! (c) 2000, Deb McCoy		Zip Code:StateCity   Are You a Videographer? Sign Up HERE! HOW TO SHOP 1. This is not a time to "let your fingers do the walking." The Yellow Pages is not the place to shop for a videographer. Get references from friends about the videographer's reliability, his attitude, his punctuality, and his degree of obtrusiveness. Nothing more. (It's up to YOU to decide how good their video is.) 2. Do not ask a photographer for a reference. Why do brides and grooms erroneously believe that photography and videography are related art-forms? They are as different and as far removed as the profession of medicine is from law. Would you call McDonald's to cater your wedding? Of course not; they specialize in fast-food, not event catering. A photographer, experienced and trained in his art, knows nothing about video, unless they are also trained in that profession. 3. Make appointments to see videographers in all price ranges. It's my advice that interviews are learning experiences. You should gain knowledge from each vendor whom you interview. They should explain what their goals are for you and your wedding. They should discuss technique, experience, expertise, training, and equipment. They should be up on the latest trends. They should give you a copy of a full-length video to take home and review and a copy of a highlight tape (a 20-30 minute recap of the affair). THE POINT: If one videographer is more expensive than another, you should know and understand the reasons.