09/04/2026
Connection. This is what I wanted to focus on for this film. I held onto moments longer. I listened for those sweet moments of conversation. I looked for ways where I could create small moments of movement and variety.
When I film, I try to plan part of the edit in my head at the same time! Do I have a good opening and closing scene? Enough b-roll to help to tell the story? Transitions that help to set the stage for the next scene? Variety of camera angles–wide, medium and close-up? Anchor footage that could be weaved throughout the film? Enough audio to help to tell the story? There is a lot that I’m thinking about during filming!:) I made sure to include lots of audio in this film. There were just so many sweet audio bits that included wonder, excitement and curiosity!!
Family Films are my favorite types of sessions! The kids don't have to do any posing. They could just enjoy being together. Blowing bubbles, playing on the swing set, playing basketball, looking through photo albums and taking the golf cart to the beach a few blocks away...it was the perfect afternoon!
Thank you Filming Life Academy for helping me to always think about these things while I'm filming. The Live Run Story-Driven course that I recently participated in was amazing.
Jess, thank you so much for placing your trust in me to capture your beautiful family! I loved putting together your film and really enjoyed spending the afternoon with you all! ♥
My calendar is open for anyone thinking about a Family Film this fall, winter or coming spring!