Journal

Every wedding holds its own rhythm — quiet glances, laughter carried by wind, the small pauses that reveal everything. At Bucketlist Films, I document weddings as they unfold naturally, capturing the beauty that exists when people are fully themselves. Whether it’s an intimate gathering, a distant celebration abroad, or a day that feels timeless in its elegance, my films are stories told without interference — honest, artful, and deeply human. Explore our journal for insight on all of the accrued knowledge I've gained through my experience as a wedding videographer.

Destination Wedding Tips You Haven’t Heard Before

Photo by: Marcella Laine There’s something magnetic about a destination wedding — the adventure, the anticipation, the feeling of stepping into a story that’s entirely your own. But beyond the travel logistics and Pinterest boards, there’s a side to destination weddings that only comes with experience — the quiet lessons you learn between flights, light tests, and fleeting moments that never repeat themselves. Here are a few destination wedding tips that go beyond the obvious

Steve of Bucketlist Films

14 minutes ago3 min read

Why Smaller Guest Lists Create Bigger Moments

In a world where weddings are often defined by size and spectacle, there’s something powerful about a smaller guest list. The kind of celebration where every face in the room means something, every interaction carries weight, and every moment feels like it truly belongs to you. As a wedding filmmaker, I’ve seen firsthand how intimacy transforms not just the flow of a day — but the feeling of it. When there’s space for presence, emotion naturally takes center stage. The Beaut

Steve of Bucketlist Films

22 hours ago2 min read

The Best Times of Year to Book Your Wedding Vendors

When you’re planning your wedding, there’s so much talk about who to book — but not nearly enough about when . The truth is, the timing of your bookings can shape your entire experience. It determines which creatives you’ll get to work with, how personalized your day can feel, and how much space you’ll have to be intentional in the process. Whether your day is an intimate celebration close to home or an adventurous destination wedding halfway across the world, here’s a guide

Steve of Bucketlist Films

Oct 312 min read

Behind the Lens: What It’s Really Like to Film a Wedding Day

When most people picture a wedding videographer, they imagine someone quietly standing in the background, camera in hand, documenting the day as it unfolds. And while that’s partly true, there’s a deeper rhythm that happens behind the lens — one that balances intuition, storytelling, and emotion in equal measure. For me, filming a wedding isn’t about getting every shot on a checklist. It’s about feeling the day as deeply as the couple does. It’s stepping into their story, no

Steve of Bucketlist Films

Oct 262 min read