The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Palo Alto, CA

The Best Documentary Wedding Videographers in Palo Alto, CA

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28 Wedding Videographers in Palo Alto, CA

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Picture This Weddings 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,200
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

We offer documentary style videography with vibrant colors and emotional story telling. Elliot and Chas, the faces behind the lens, are longtime friends with a passion for filmmaking. They pride themselves on crafting films that reflect the couple and authentically tell their one-of-a-kind love story. Picture This Productions specializes in unparalleled editing and sound design to make even ordinary moments seem cinematic. Throughout the process, we'll focus on your wishes and needs to craft a film that fits your vision. Reach out so we can schedule an intro call and get you booked for your wedding day.

The attention to detail and creativity that was put into my wedding film was above and beyond what I was expecting. The video perfectly captured the day that my wife and I will cherish forever. Every detail I wanted in a wedding video and more was captured in this film. The video quality was exceptional, editing was perfect, and professionalism was top notch. Thank you Picture This!!!
Tei V., 3 months ago
Blue Moon Productions 
  • Documentary style
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

My passion for photography and videography all started in a darkroom I built in a closet under the stairs as a high school student. I loved the idea of composing an image within the frame and then watching the photograph materialize like magic before my eyes in the wash of chemicals. When I was 18, my dad bought our family’s first video camera. I was immediately fascinated with the new possibility of capturing moving images, and what I could further create with this tool. Intrigued by all the ways I could retell a story with not only still frames, but though an array of motions and sounds woven together. BMP has captured memories since 2003.

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Ebullient Memories Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

You’ve poured your heart into this day, and I want to make sure you remember exactly how it felt! I’m Hector David, the filmmaker behind Ebullient Memories. Since 2016, I’ve captured over 400 weddings with one goal: to tell your story as true and authentic as the day it happend. From quiet, intimate exchanges to the wild dance floor; I focus on those in-between moments that matter most to you. Based in San Diego, I film across Southern AND Northern California and specialize in creating candid films that feel real, emotional, and true to you.

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As soon as we looked into Ebullient Memories Films and talked with Hector, his communication was friendly, timely and professional. He had an easy-going demeanor and did not put any pressure on us during the decision process. After we booked him, he put us at ease throughout the planning process while paying attention to detail. On the day of our wedding, he captured so many special moments without taking away from the special moments and our wedding. His natural and candid filming style allowed him to document our day beautifully and authentically. The final video was a perfect memento that we will cherish for years to come. Sooooo many family and friends have complimented the quality of the video and editing. We highly recommend Ebullient Memories Films to any couple looking for a high quality and personable videography team.
Karina S., 8 months ago
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A Beautiful Union 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

Hire one team for photography and videography! We are a wedding studio based in Portland, Oregon. We strive to capture timeless, heartfelt, and sincere imagery for couples in Portland and across the West Coast.

From the moment we booked A Beautiful Union, the videography team was a dream to work with. Their communication was prompt, clear, and they took the time to truly understand our vision for the day. The quality of their work was top-notch - exquisite, pristine, and preciously detailed . On the day of our wedding, Daniel from A Beautiful Union was an absolute pleasure to have by our side, capturing all the special moments in a way that felt natural and unobtrusive. The final video was more beautiful than we could have imagined, allowing us to relive our wedding day over and over again. I can't think of a better person to trust with preserving the memories of your special day than A Beautiful Union. Highly, highly recommend!
Caitlyn H., 7 months ago
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Weddings by LDF 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA
  • Offer

Weddings by LDF specializes in documentary wedding films that place an emphasis on real, authentic moments. By preserving natural tones you're getting a film that looks classic and true to life. Owner Ray Lewis has been in business for more than nine years. He and his team film more than 300 love stories per year, and each celebration moves and inspires them all over again. Ray and his team don’t just enjoy what they do; they feel blessed to share in something truly extraordinary. They love making connections with their clients and witnessing moments that touch the heart.

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LDF films is AMAZING! They are so professional and so friendly. This was a part of the wedding day I did not need to worry about because Ray and his team had everything flowing great! I could not recommend them more!
Mary Fogleman N., 9 months ago
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SevenDC Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

At the heart of my business lies a deep-seated passion for storytelling. I believe that every couple has a unique and compelling narrative waiting to be told, and it's my privilege to bring that story to life on screen.

SevenDC Films was an excellent choice for our wedding videography. From our initial consultation to the final delivery of our wedding film, their communication was efficient and informative. The team was professional and responsive, ensuring we felt informed and confident throughout the process. The final video they produced was absolutely beautiful - it perfectly captured the emotion and joy of our special day in a moving and honest way. We are thrilled with the final product and would highly recommend SevenDC Films to any couple looking for talented videographers who will beautifully preserve the memories of their wedding!
Kendra, 6 months ago
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Wild Light Films 

4.2

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

Welcome to Wild Light Films, an elevated-modern wedding videography team specializing in non-posing and fresh wedding videos and authentic Super 8mm films! As a married person myself, I understand how important it is to be mindful when searching for your wedding dream team. To me, it should feel like assembling a group of friends for a laid-back weekend. We are here to bring that fun and friendly energy, capturing every moment with warmth and authenticity.a

Awarded Best of Zola
Wild Light Films was an absolute pleasure to work with from start to finish. Steven worked with our budget to create films that really impressed my wife and I, as well as our families and friends. Special shoutout to Scott for being so easy to work with on our wedding day and capturing great footage. We highly recommend Wild Light Films for couples to capture their wedding day.
Mary and J., 10 months ago
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Finisterre Visuals 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

So what does finisterre mean? Finisterre is Latin. If you know some Spanish, you’ll recognize two words squeezed into one: “fin” and “tierra,” essentially meaning the world’s end. Don’t worry, not in an apocalyptic sense of the word — it’s actually a place. It’s where the Romans once stood in modern-day Spain. They looked across the vast Atlantic Ocean, and thought to themselves “is this the end of the road?” Finisterre is an ode to that majestic feeling of unknown. Getting married is one of those unique experiences.

I cannot recommend Ryan and his team enough. 100/5 stars. He was absolutely AMAZING on our wedding day at the Hideout. Our wedding video is hands down, one of the greatest memories we have from our day. Ryan was able to capture the whole day without shoving a camera in our faces. My husband and I were able to actually enjoy the day and visit with everyone without having to miss any major moments for a film shoot. He blended with our crowd so effortlessly while capturing all the detailed moments throughout the whole day. Not only that, but Ryan and his team had to be adaptable during our wedding day. We had rain and hail which altered all of our plans for the ceremony and reception, but Ryan was able to shift and still capture the day beautifully. He was very communicative with editing our video and checked in to make sure we were happy with the final result. The care and detail he put into our video was so reflective of us - I can't thank him enough.
Avery B., 5 months ago
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Éterna Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,990
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA
  • Offer

HONEST STORIES ABOUT LOVE. We capture raw emotions, unexpected moments, and the little details that make your love story your. Decades from now, when you press play, we want you to feel it all over again—the joy, the laughter, the love.

From the moment we first spoke with Ivan and the Éterna Films team, we knew we had made the right choice for our wedding videography. Their thoughtful attention to detail, seamless and unobtrusive approach, and professional, amazing, and creative work exceeded all our expectations. Ivan and his team arrived early to scout the venue and went above and beyond to ensure our day was truly special. We can't stop watching our wedding video and photos, which allow us to relive the joy, laughter, and love of our celebration. We highly recommend Éterna Films to any couple looking for a talented and dedicated videography team to capture their special day.
Emma R., a month ago
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Cook Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $1,750
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

Hi there, my name is Caleb but most people call me Cook. I spent almost 13 years in the southeast filming weddings, events, corporate gigs and commercials. I moved to California in 2012 and pursued a different career. A couple years ago I decided to get back into event videography and started Cook Captures. When shooting events I have a very hands off candid style. I love to capture people naturally having fun, enjoying the day and creating memories. Every event I film is unique and each film ends up with it’s own story and narrative that fit the couple, venue, guests and overall vibe of your wedding.

Awarded Best of Zola
Cook is super easy going and easy to get along with. His work also speaks for itself, it’s high quality and exactly what you want! He captures people in the entirety and a good turn around time. I would highly recommend him to everyone!
Tessa, a year ago
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BENJAMIN THOMAS FILM 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

My name is Ben. I am a LA-based Wedding Filmmaker who runs on emotion-driven films that tell the story of you as a couple. The wedding day for sure! - But lets be honest, the wedding day is only whatit is because of who you are together before and after the day is done. Let's get some of that. That's the stuff that lasts longer than a few years after your wedding. The stuff your kids will pull out and watch.

Awarded Best of Zola
Ben is such a talented videographer! We are super happy with the film and had a great experience working with him. His artistic take on editing and music makes the film an emotion triggering art piece. We also really appreciate his support during the pandemic. We had to reschedule twice during the whole process, not only was he flexible, he didn't even raise the price after two years and flew all the way to Seattle for our wedding. Thank you, Ben!
LIXIN & X., 3 years ago
Love and Wine Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

My films are custom made cinematic experiences, reminiscent of 90's and early 2000's era romantic movies with soul. Similar to features like Brown Sugar, Love Jones, and Love and Basketball, my style is tailored to capturing genuineness and encompassing real people experiencing their most beautiful moments. With this in mind, I make sure to apply cinema level techniques to make your most precious event seem like an independent film or documentary.

We had the pleasure of working with Veno, and the experience was amazing. From start to finish, everything about the process was fantastic and I couldn’t be happier with the sneak peeks he has provided. His work was breathtaking and glad we had him film our most important day! From day one, Veno was so passionate and dedicated to create something truly special for Julio and I, and you can see his love for what he does through his work. I can’t wait to see our final wedding video!
Julio O., a month ago
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Sea Monstrosity Pictures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

Hey there, I'm Sea Mo! I'm a video artist and an indie film director. I started making movies and videos when I was a kid because I was extremely sentimental. I think video is the most important tool we have for posterity and preserving memories.

Awarded Best of Zola
Chelsea is an absolute pleasure to work with! Always kind, friendly and super easy to work with! Her work is beautiful and creative and has a unique edge to to it which is representive of her as an artist! She's a great team player and a joy to work with as a Wedding Planner! I highly recommend Sea Monstrosity Pictures to all my couples! 3
Calla Lily Event Planning, 2 years ago
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Jones Media | Videography 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA

Jones Media is a wedding photography and videography company that is dedicated to capturing the love, emotion, and joy of your special day. Founded by a team of passionate and talented photographers and videographers, Jones Media strives to deliver exceptional quality and service to every couple they work with. With years of experience in the wedding industry, the team at Jones Media understands the importance of capturing the intimate moments that make your day unique.

Jones Media - Videography was a wonderful choice for our wedding video. From our first interaction, their communication was quick, amazing, and kind. The quality of their work was beautiful and fun, perfectly capturing all the special moments of our day. Their team was so sweet to work with and they were amazing in every aspect, from the office staff to the videographer. I would highly recommend Jones Media to anyone looking for a top-notch wedding videographer.
Lexi C., 2 months ago
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Allyamore Visuals 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,250
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

* $250 off remaining Spring 2025 dates! * A close knit team of photographers and filmmakers lead by me, Ally - specializing in preserving the moments of your day in a creative intentional way! I believe no matter who, what budget, where, and when - your day deserves to be captured beautifully. • 60+ 5 star reviews on Google • Close team of 6 photographers, videographers and content creators with no outsourcing ever - and all editing done by Ally herself to maintain consistency • No travel fees for USA full weddings • Afterpay Accepted

Awarded Best of Zola
I got married this spring, and Ally provided videography services for us. She did a fantastic job! She was super professional from our very first contact all the way through the final deliverables. She was able to roll with unexpected changes on the day of. She also collaborated super well with our photographer, which is always so nice to have. I also appreciated that she gave us all the raw, unedited footage to save for our memories. Her prices are incredibly reasonable for the quality and quantity of deliverables. Thanks to Ally, I can relive my favorite day over and over - and as any bride knows, that is a priceless feeling :)
Taylor T., 6 days ago
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Motel Cinema 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

Fueled by nostalgic recalling we aim to create a film that is timeless and authentic. Motel Cinema is based out of San Diego, Ca and our approach to weddings is inspired by the untraditional travelers before us, who hit the road in search of adventure into the unknown. We don't like boxes and we don't want wedding films that fit into one. If that tickles your fancy let's get weird.

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One of the best decisions we made for our wedding was to hire Motel Cinema! As an entertainment marketer, specifically for documentaries, how our wedding would be documented was top of mind for me and I met with quite a few videographers. Brandon completely exceeded my expectations with the moments he caught on film, the editing, the music, the vibe. I really felt like he saw us and reflected it all back to us in the most special way which we will cherish for the rest of our lives. He was an absolute joy to work with through the entire process- easy to communicate with and quick, but also a relaxed energy that fit seamlessly into our wedding weekend. I cannot recommend Motel Cinema enough and I’m so so grateful that we were connected.
Joelle, 10 months ago
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Purple Thistle Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees
  • Offer

*Please note, I live in Rhode Island! Beyond 3 hours away I ask for a travel fee.* Hi! I am a wedding filmmaker and award winning documentary filmmaker, shooting digital and Super 8 film. I consider wedding days exciting opportunities to step into communities and make something beautiful that reflects who people are and their experience. Get in touch if you are in search of a documentary artist with great instincts who can encapsulate your day authentically, reflecting the spontaneity of the moment. Love all love.

Awarded Best of Zola
Amanda was very thoughtful, kind, and communicative throughout the entire wedding planning process for us. She worked with our budget, schedule, venue, and guest list, and delivered heartwarming footage that we will cherish for decades to come! She helped make the day go smoothly, she expertly navigated a complicated wedding day schedule, and we loved working with her. We highly recommend Purple Thistle Films for all of your videography needs!
Prateek and J., 10 months ago
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Enchanted Captures 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

Wedding videography is my side hustle. I love capturing peoples days and making them a product that they will have for years to come. I work in the entertainment industry full time and freelance video edit on the side. I also do photography as well. I do photography, videography and content creation.

Awarded Best of Zola
She did an amazing job capturing our day. What we wanted was a video that showed exactly what it was like to be at our wedding, and we felt that the video we received did exactly that. Her edits tied in speeches with some of the fun happening at the wedding seamlessly. She even included footage that corresponded to what was being said in the audio. We felt our video came out very special and it is something we will cherish forever.
Cecilia, 2 years ago
Mawaddah Productions 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,700
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

Mawaddah Productions a women-owned videography company who has been dedicated to artistic and authentic storytelling worldwide for years. Specializing in wedding cinematography, Mawaddah Productions delicately crafts documentary heirloom films for romantics.

Awarded Best of Zola
I cannot thank Saja and Mawaddah Productions enough for producing the wedding film of my dreams! Saja was a joy to work with. She is exactly the type of person you want around you on your wedding day: calm, kind, and professional. Saja was proactive about communicating with my husband and I during the planning process and made an effort to get to know us and understand our hopes for our wedding day. The final film reflected that intentionality by showcasing the feelings and details of our day beautifully and authentically. Saja made us feel valued throughout the process of working with her, and went above and beyond by including some surprises with the delivery of our film. We will treasure our wedding film for decades to come.
Freya & Z., a year ago
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Dianna Nguyen Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $4,950
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

When inviting me in to tell a part of your story, you are letting me into your relationship. No matter the session, elopement, or wedding, I will capture without reserve everything from the smallest details to the greatest landscape; so when you return to this story you will feel everything. From the last light on the horizon to the messy and playful love, your film will hold memories, not just videos.

Awarded Best of Zola
I recommend Dianna to literally every single couple that books a photography package with me— if you’ve inquired with me, you’ve heard of her! She is the absolute best person to work with. She is incredibly professional, creative, and kind. We have so much fun working weddings together and I cannot wait to work more in the future. Seriously couldn’t recommend her enough!
Haley Wilde, 3 years ago
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Stamper Films LLC 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

Stamper Films has been capturing and editing videos since 2014. Our goal is to tell the story of your wedding in a thoughtful, creative, and genuine way so that you and your guests can remember and relive this special day for years to come.

Yan was a great videographer! We couldn’t have asked for a better experience with Stamper Films. They captured the spirit of our wedding so beautifully and we will enjoy our video for years to come. The day went by so fast, so having all the important moments captured on film is wonderful. Yan and his team were very professional and easy to work with from start to finish and produced a very high quality video. Highly recommend!
Veronica Z., a year ago
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Food & Cake Wedding Films 

5.0

  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

HEYYY! *waves hands* We are Leandra & Clinton Cunanan, owners and lead videographers of Food & Cake Wedding Films. We are huge advocates for doing exactly what you want on your wedding day. We had the most epic wedding of all time (ask us about it!), but we didn't hire a videographer. And now this why we do what we do. It's the best feeling knowing each one of our couples will be able to relive their wedding day for the rest of their lives. We didn't have that, and now we get to give that to you!

I am so blown away by not only the quality of Clint and Leandra's work as videographers, but also what wonderful people they are! Not even halfway through our first zoom with them to talk about what packages they offer and our vision for the day I knew they were the perfect fit for us! Being with them on the wedding day felt like hanging out with old friends, they were amazing at blending in to the crowd to capture candid moments while also giving us prompts that created some of our favorite memories of the day. They worked so well with our other vendors and I don't think our day would have been complete without them. They are masters at what they do, and also the perfect people to have during a busy and, at times, stressful day (Leandra was able to bussle my dress when no one else could get the loop on the buttons AND snagged me some appetizers when I was resting my feet after the receiving line, she was a lifesaver!) My husband and I both teared up watching our trailer and highlight reel, and then happy cried getting to see our whole ceremony, private vows, speeches, and first dances. I know this is footage we’ll be so happy to look back on in the years to come, not just of my husband and I but of our whole families as well! I'm so happy we found Food Cake, you will not regret hiring this fantastic couple!
Megan + T., a year ago
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Hevesi Journal 
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $5,850
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

Hello, my name is David, and I am a wedding filmmaker based in Atlanta, Georgia. While I call Atlanta home, I love to travel and capture beautiful stories across various destinations. My passion lies in crafting films that truly reflect the authenticity of each couple, bringing their unique story to life. Traveling allows me to explore new places, helping me find the perfect settings to enhance every couple's big day. I look forward to creating unforgettable wedding films that showcase the emotions, moments, and love that make each wedding day truly special.

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Films By Caleb 
  • Documentary style
  • Starts at $2,750
  • Serves Palo Alto, CA for additional fees

Hi! I'm a 22-year-old videographer from Stonington, CT! I love capturing moments and experiences and I am so so happy I can do this as a job. I have been working in weddings for the past 3 years and have loved every minute of it. There's no story that I don't want to tell!

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About wedding videographers in Palo Alto, CA

How much do couples typically pay for wedding videography in Palo Alto, CA?

In Palo Alto, CA, wedding videography ranges from $410 to $10,000 and averages at $3,000. The cost reflects the videographer's ability to capture and edit the footage of your special day.

Do most videographers capture drone footage?

95% of videographers in Palo Alto, CA have Drone capabilities!

Which are the most popular videographers in Palo Alto, CA?

Some of the most popular videographers in this area include Ledd Lens LLC, Photo and Film (Video Listing), Eivan's Photo & Video and HEARTS in FOCUS.

What's the most common type of deliverables for videographers in Palo Alto, CA?

Most videographers offer a Highlight reel or Short feature deliverable.

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