We’ve made a few changes…

I’m excited!   Over the past few months I’ve really wanted to change a few things about the company I started and I’m excited about implementing a few of them.   I think after you read about them, you’ll be excited too.

New Name

“Watson Videography” was a great name for our company for many years but I felt it was time to have a company name that really represents what we do.    Aside from shooting video, we are also known for our sophisticated cinematic editing style.   We felt this important part of our business got a little short changed with the “Watson Videography” name.   Also, since we’ve moved to DSLRs as our main cameras, I don’t know if “video” really does the footage justice.    So it just made sense to come up with a name that really reflects what we’ve always been about and that name is “Chris Watson Studios”.  Hope you like the new name as much as we do.

New Philosophy

Every couple has specific needs for their wedding day.   That’s why instead of having arbitrary coverage packages, I’ve decided to go to customized packages.   The way it works is you tell me a little bit about your wedding day, the kind of wedding film you’d like to have, and how many hours you need me for.   Within 24 hours I will come back with a  wedding package that is made just for you.   We’re excited about this new pricing philosophy and can’t wait to discuss our ideas for your perfect wedding film with you.

New Low Cost Wedding Video Division

Every bride deserves a video of their special day.   That’s why we founded “Kendi Films”.    Kendi Films offers brides a quality low cost option for a simple but professionally produced wedding film starting at $1000.   We’re still working on the website for the newest member of the Chris Watson Studios family so in the meantime, feel free to get in touch with Barbara at barbara@dallasweddingfilms.net for some sweet deals!

Two Clips Sections

For those couples who want to see our latest clips, you can click on “The Screening Room”.    There, you’ll see some of our clips from the 2010 wedding season.    In addition we added a “Classic Clips” section to our site.   Why show clips from as far back as 2006?   Simple.   We believe a wedding video should stand the test of time.   That’s the goal at Chris Watson Studios.   To produce a wedding film that’s just as fresh today as it was 4 years ago.  What better way to show that timelessness than to show the clips themselves?   I hope you like them!

Enjoy the new site and thanks for stopping by!

Chris Watson
Chris Watson Studios
www.dallasweddingfilms.com
817-989-1691


Trailer: Amaka and Azubuike’s Wedding Story

As promised, here’s the second of two trailers that I’m debuting this week.

On July 31, 2010, we had the honor of filming Amaka and Azubuike’s wedding. When I heard the wonderful speech Azubuike gave his wife at the reception, I knew I had to use it in their trailer. I think you’ll understand why when you see the clip. Enjoy!

Trailer: Amaka and Azubuike’s Wedding Story from Chris W on Vimeo.

Chris Watson
Chris Watson Studios
www.dallasweddingfilms.com
817-989-1691

Trailer: Megan and Zeid’s Wedding Story

As promised, here’s the first of two new wedding trailers we’ll be debuting this week.

On July 24, 2010, we had the honor of documenting the wedding of Megan Rihani and Zeid Rihani (no relation). We had so much fun once again shooting for the Rihani family and can’t wait to revisit this wedding in a few short months. In the meantime, here’s a short preview of their upcoming wedding film. Hope you like it!

Trailer: Megan and Zeid’s Wedding Story from Chris W on Vimeo.

Trailer: Megan and Zeid’s Wedding Story from Chris W on Vimeo.

Chris Watson
Chris Watson Studios
www.dallasweddingfilms.com
817-989-1691

Our upcoming seminars

For those who are interested in learning more about Vintage Lenses, you have two opportunities to do so.   On Thursday, August 5, 2010 we are going to speaking at the DFWPVA at Staybridge Suites at 7pm.   The address is 2220 Market Place Blvd., Irving TX.   Be sure to bring your Canon camera as we’ll let attendees try out these classic lenses for themselves.

Later this month, we’ll be heading out to WEVA EXPO in Orlando Florida on August 26th where we’ll be bringing our expertise in Vintage Lenses to the national stage.   Here’s a trailer we put together for it…..

Trailer: Vintage Lenses for DSLR: Low Cost is Only the Beginning from Chris W on Vimeo.

Next week we’ll be debuting TWO trailers from our July weddings so make sure you stay tuned for that.    Have a great day and stay cool!

Chris Watson

Chris Watson Studios

www.chriswatsonstudios.com


Glass from the Past

First of all, it is my great honor to write this next post.

One of the best comments I’ve heard for Chris was  “for someone so techie, it’s amazing how much emotions Chris’ videos have”. However, techie is an understatement to describe Chris. When we upgraded to DSLR cameras for our videos this year, one of our main concerns aside from going over board with the budget was how to give our videos a distinctive look. The number of hours that Chris spent researching for the best lenses has led him to the old manual focus lenses. I will not got through the details of why these vintage lenses are awesome, you’ve probably already seen some of our trailers. If I may romantically say it,  the DSLR cameras with vintage lenses is a match made in heaven.

All the hours spent on research (and forums) has paid off and Chris has came up with a great write up. It is the cover story for the July issue of EventDV magazine. It is my honor to post about this article … and because Chris is too polite to write about it himself. Please click on the image to read the article.  Enjoy and have a great day everyone! ~Barbara

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