S01. EP13. Journal - The art of letting the frame breathe

S01. EP13. Journal - The art of letting the frame breathe

On this episode of Beyond the Awards, we're joined by Scottish wedding filmmaker Stevie, the creative force behind Journal. After 16 years as a photographer, Stevie recently transitioned his primary focus to film, bringing a unique philosophy centered on patient framing. Instead of relying on constant camera movement or hyper-polished staging, Stevie explains how holding a static shot, letting the clip breathe, and giving the couple physical space allows a deeper, more intimate story to unfold naturally. Inside this episode, we discuss:- * The art of patient framing: Why Stevie prefers monopods, tight lenses, and long, unhurried clips over constant movement and quick cuts. * The second narrative: How looking past the obvious timeline of a wedding day helps uncover the deeper story of why the couple is there. * The photographer’s eye: How 16 years of composition and lighting experience served as a springboard for his documentary film style. If you’ve ever felt pressured to keep your camera constantly moving or want to learn how to trust the space within your frame, this conversation on patient filmmaking is for you. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUEST Journal Wedding Films: journalweddingfilms.com [https://www.journalweddingfilms.com] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/] VIDFLOW Deliver a premium viewing experience that looks professional and easily accessible on all client devices. ⁠⁠⁠⁠vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival [https://vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival]

S01.EP12. Callenes Films - Mastering light to craft meaning and emotion

In this special episode of Beyond the Awards, we sit down with Mathias from Callenes Films, winner of Best Cinematography at this year’s Festival. This episode was recorded in French and dubbed for our international audience. For Mathias, everything begins with light. From mastering natural and artificial light to creating emotion, atmosphere, and meaning within a frame, he explains how light has become the foundation of his visual identity. We also dive into his love of cinema, his use of anamorphic lenses, and his belief that the most powerful wedding films are driven by time, memory, and storytelling. Whether you're a wedding filmmaker, cinematographer, or creative storyteller, this conversation is packed with insight, inspiration, and a fresh perspective on creating meaningful visual work. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUEST Callenes Films: callenes-films.com [https://www.callenes-films.com] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/] VIDFLOW Deliver a premium viewing experience that looks professional and easily accessible on all client devices. ⁠⁠⁠vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival [https://vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival]

S01. EP11. JST Married - The art of intimate filmmaking

In this episode, we sit down with Drew from JST Married, winner of Best Elopement Film at this year’s Festival. We venture into the raw beauty of the Scottish Highlands to discuss what it takes to craft an intimate, two-person story. We dive into how he manages the delicate balance between active creative direction and letting a couple’s day unfold organically without spoiling the moment. We also discuss the unpredictable realities of high-stakes outdoor filming, navigating intense elements, and what happens when a bride gets so freezing cold she calls it quits halfway through the shoot. Plus, we talk about the power of creative validation, pushing the boundaries of audio, and the legendary backstory of the time Drew worked alongside a pre-fame Calvin Harris in a local supermarket. This is an inspiring conversation about staying true to your artistic vision, adapting to the elements, and capturing the gritty, raw romance of the wild. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUEST JST Married: jstmarried.co.uk [https://jstmarried.co.uk] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/] VIDFLOW Deliver a premium viewing experience that looks professional and easily accessible on all client devices. ⁠⁠vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival [https://vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival]

S01. EP10. Philip London - How drone footage elevates your films

In this episode, we sit down with Philip London, winner of Best Use of Aerial or Drone footage at this year's Festival. We dive deep into the art of drone cinematography, and why less is often so much more when it comes to capturing a wedding day. Philip shares his unique journey into the industry, from flying manual, high-speed model jets to picking up a camera, and how that precise background shaped his approach to aerial filmmaking. We discuss the discipline behind his signature slow, deliberate visual style, and why he chooses to chase the quiet magic of sunrise over sunset. We also get into the realities of high-stakes filming, from navigating strict drone regulations and heavy winds to the hilarious (and painful) realities of trying to land a drone on a drifting boat in Lake Como. Plus, Philip reveals the unexpected technical choices behind his award-winning work and what happens when a major Universal music producer hires you to shoot their wedding. This is a conversation about mastering your tools, resisting fast-paced editing trends, and using drone with true creative purpose to elevate your films. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUEST Philip London: ⁠philip.london [https://mackenzieweddingfilms.co.uk/] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com⁠⁠ [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/] VIDFLOW Deliver a premium viewing experience that looks professional and easily accessible on all client devices. ⁠vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival [https://vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival]

S01. EP09. Mackenzie Wedding Films - From solo to studio: Building a team

In this episode, we sit down with Scott from Mackenzie Wedding Films to talk about the journey from working solo to building a fully realised studio. Scott shares how he transitioned from being a one-person operation into leading a creative team, and what that growth really looks like behind the scenes, from finding the right people and building trust, to maintaining a consistent visual style and storytelling approach across every film. We also dive into how his background as a professional classical musician shaped the way he thinks about rhythm, emotion, and collaboration, and how those same principles now influence the way he runs his business and leads a team. This is a conversation about creative leadership, scaling with intention, and building a studio without losing the heart of the work. The British Wedding Film Festival: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [britishweddingfilmfestival.com] Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠britishweddingfilmfestival⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/britishweddingfilmfestival/] GUESTS Mackenzie Wedding Films: mackenzieweddingfilms.co.uk [https://mackenzieweddingfilms.co.uk/] HOSTS Joce (Lune de Miel Studio): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠lunedemielstudio.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ [https://www.lunedemielstudio.com/] Jeff (Jeff Wood Visuals): ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠jeffwoodvisuals.com⁠ [https://www.jeffwoodvisuals.com/] VIDFLOW Deliver a premium viewing experience that looks professional and easily accessible on all client devices. vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival [https://vidflow.co/britishweddingfilmfestival]