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Isle of Skye elopement film. Explore Studio Lester's vintage production of Rui & Joseph's Isle of Skye elopement film. Captured using super 16 and super 8mm footage by Studio Lester, the double award-winning elopement videographer.
Capturing Love in Motion: Meg & John's Wedding Film at Woodlands Hotel Leeds. Experience the enchantment of Meg and John's wedding day as their love story unfolds through the lens of a talented filmmaker. Discover the timeless charm of Super 8 footage, seamlessly blended with modern cinematography, as it brings their romance to life
Join me as we look back on Sophie & Rob’s amazing wedding at Howsham Hall, one of my favourite venues here in Yorkshire. This celebration radiates warmth and joy as two hearts intertwine in eternal unity. Witness tender glances, heartfelt vows, and joyous laughter, all preserved in the artistry of film.
Kimberley & Marco's elopement film, filmed on the beautiful Isle of Skye in Scotland, is the perfect inspiration for couples considering an intimate and romantic elopement. The film captures the stunning landscapes and natural beauty of the island, as well as the special moments and emotions shared between the couple on their special day.
Glencoe is a truly breathtaking and unique location that makes the perfect setting for an elopement. Renowned for its rugged beauty, dramatic landscapes, and rich history, Glencoe is a truly special place to exchange vows.
When it comes to nailing down a date for your elopement, it can be understandably tricky to know exactly when the best time to tie the knot is. In this guide, we’ll detail everything you need to know: from understanding when to expect the best weather, to avoiding tourists and those pesky midges.
When it comes to identifying the best spots to elope to on the Isle of Skye, there are a number of locations that leap from the page. In this article I’ll detail some of the best elopement locations on Skye, and what makes them so special.
As an Isle of Skye elopement videographer, Chelsea & Hunter’s stunning elopement ranks as one of my favourite ever shoots. Working alongside the supremely talented David Conaty photography, this day had it all - moody weather, a stunning bride and groom - all set within the dramatic mountains of Skye.
This year’s wedding season has been incredible. With over 40 weddings captured across Scotland and the UK, it’s easily been my busiest season yet - and I still can’t quite believe some of the amazing places I’ve worked and the incredible people I’ve met along the way. Amy & Mark are two such people. From the moment Mark and I started emailing I knew their big day at Cambo House, located on the coast of Fife, would be one to remember.
We love a good elopement story here at Studio Lester, so if you’re thinking of throwing caution to the wind and heading off for a super intimate, secluded ceremony, we’ve got more than a few reasons to stick in that ‘pros’ list. From saving money to arranging something that truly encapsulates you as a couple, check out our top 5 reasons to elope in this extensive blog post.
If there’s anything our clients love, it’s drone videography - which is why we’ve taken the decision to upgrade from the Phantom 4 Pro V2 to the DJI Air 2S. In our latest vlog, Creative Director Alex Lester explains this decision, offering expert insight as to why our latest drone makes the perfect partner on wedding shoots.
In this blog we discuss how to live stream a wedding or event, offering top tips for anyone looking to set up a live stream themselves, as well as professional wedding photographers or videographers looking to add live streaming to their existing product line-up.
Primed and ready for action ahead of the 2021 wedding season, we’re proud to announce that we’ll now be working with one of the best movie cameras on the market - Black Magic Design’s Pocket Cinema Camera 6K. Read all about it in our latest blog.
Over the past three years alone we’ve introduced audio-recording, aerial videography and 4K video capture to our offering, and looking ahead to 2021 and beyond, we’re super excited to introduce documentary weddings to our existing packages. Discover more about this amazing offer right here on our blog.
When it comes to marketing your business online, video content is a must. In this blog we take a look at a recent case study where we delivered ten social media assets to a luxury bridal boutique.
At Studio Lester, we hate the thought of our couples stressing over the details of their big day, which is why we’ve put our heads together to offer our own take on what makes a perfect wedding.
The best wedding venues in Yorkshire. Thinking of tying the knot here in God’s own county? Here’s just a few of our favourite Yorkshire wedding venues to consider. From rustic barns to Victorian mansions, check out the full article on our blog.
Introducing the best 4K cameras available for under £500. Perfect for budding pros and amateurs alike, here are our top picks to help you kickstart your career as a filmmaker, YouTuber or Instagrammer.
Struggling to find the perfect wedding videographer to capture your big day? In this guide, we’re offering eight essential things to consider when booking a wedding videographer. Covering everything from style through to skillset, prices and portfolio, you’ll find everything you need right here.
With research showing that video consumption continues to rise by up to 100% each year, if you’re not sharing video-based content to promote your business online, chances are you’re already falling behind. In this article we’ll run through five statistics to bolster this claim, highlighting the rise of video marketing and its place within the post-lockdown world.
It’s official - we’re giving away a full day’s photo AND video shoot for one lucky couple currently working in the NHS with plans to get married in 2020 or 2021! Read on to discover more…
At Studio Lester, we see it as our duty to ensure all our clients feel relaxed, happy and above all else, safe during a shoot. That’s why, in light of the COVID-19 outbreak, we’re offering a free live streaming service to all our clients with weddings booked throughout 2020.
Thicket priory wedding photography and videography by Studio Lester. In our latest blog post, we celebrate Rachael and Kyle’s big day at Yorkshire’s most exciting, luxury wedding venue.
Earlier this year our love for Scotland reached new heights when we were booked to capture Hazel and Keir’s wedding in Lerwick - with the big day booked for September 21 at the town’s historic Shetland Museum and Archives. Share in our adventure today.
In this blog we’ll take a closer look at the PfCO while answering some of the most common questions would-be pilots have when it comes to drone operations. So if you’re thinking of buying yourself a drone or maybe asking for one for Christmas, be sure to give this article a read first.
Taking a peek behind the lens of Yorkshire wedding photographer and videographer, Alex Lester and the team at Studio Lester. In this article, Alex reflects on some of the summer’s best weddings, including a spectacular gig overlooking Loch Venachar in the highlands.
In our latest adventure up north, we were booked to capture Sue and Alfie’s big day at Glasgow’s House for an Art Lover - a wedding venue that we’d love to work at again in the future.
Shot in February 2019, Amy and Sam’s wedding went down on a sunny afternoon, with Studio Lester commissioned to capture video throughout the day. From my first meeting with the happy couple, I knew their big day would be something special. And as the final edit shows, I wasn’t wrong!
In March 2019 Studio Lester was commissioned to capture Leanne and Taz’s awesome Leeds Town Hall wedding. Interested to see how the shoot turned out? Take a sneaky peek at the preview gallery in this blog.
Shooting both video and photography with a professional team of three – Paige and Jack’s big day took place in August 2018. Throughout the entire shoot the weather was unbelievably kind, with golden hour providing a particular highlight.