Protected: Kim and Nathan – Engagement Photos

By Matt [Shadowplay]

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Scott and Brandie – Sneak Peek

By Katie [Shadowplay]

Ok, I will let you in on a little secret….

The reason we haven’t been blogging as much as we usually do is because we are working on new branding for Shadowplay! (Exciting I know!). We’ve found that our style has evolved over the last year and with Matt doing more photography we’re super excited about the new direction and style we’ve found. We are holding back big-time on posting too much so you can be shocked and amazed when it all goes live!

Unfortunately it’s going to be weeks (or even months) until we are ready to launch our new look – so for now you are going to have to do with a sneak peek here and there :)

Here is a sneak peek from Scott and Brandie’s wedding. It was at beautiful Maleny – and it was an amazing day! …We are SERIOUSLY EXCITED about showing you more from this wedding + all our latest work…. but you are just going to have to be patient for now ;)

Scott and Brandie – thanks for choosing us to capture your day! You guys rock! You are going to LOVE the photos!

Katie [shadowplay]

Josh and Amy – Wedding Invitation Video

By Matt [Shadowplay]

A few weeks ago, a very good friend of mine, Glen Wilson, was tasked with creating a wedding invitation video for Josh and Amy.

I helped Glen brainstorm the concept and plan out some of the shots plus I did the editing on this clip. Glen did all the filming and running around with Josh and Amy.

Glen does have a background in video and photography but it was actually his first time using the Canon 5D Mark II. I spent a bit of time with him demonstrating how the 5DII works but most of our time was spent pre-planning the shots. To enhance the production value of the clip I also gave Glen some lessons on using the the Cinevate DSLR Rig and the Cinevate Pegasus Heavy Lifter, both of which he hadn’t used before either.

There’s so much buzz in the photo and video industries about cameras like the Canon 5D Mark II and the Canon 7D. But, I feel that this clip would have been just as effective regardless of the type of camera it was shot with. The gorgeous footage from the 5DII only enhances the production value, it doesn’t create that value from nothing.

It’s a good reminder that the gear we use is nothing more than a tool, like a hammer or a screwdriver. The best camera in the world can’t replace a creative eye and some good, solid planning.

Awesome work Glen, can’t wait to photograph Josh and Amy’s wedding with you next month.

Matt [Shadowplay]