Question 1

What photography services does White Cat Media offer?

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Hi! My name's Adrian and I'm a photographer and videographer. I've been filming weddings for around 15 years.

I specialise in a fly-on-the-wall style with minimal posing. So, for me, it's all about little fleeting moments (which could be funny or quirky or interesting moments) that most people miss.

I think if you watch one of my videos, there's a lot packed in, and there's a lot of heart. It'll seem like you've experienced the entire day, and more than that, hopefully you'll feel something.

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Question 2

What is White Cat Media's pricing?

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Contact White Cat Media directly for current pricing information. They offer customized packages based on your specific wedding requirements and can provide a detailed quote after discussing your needs.

Question 3

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Couples consistently praise the videographer for a professional, friendly approach that feels effortless on the day. The experience is built on unobtrusiveness, relentless attention to detail, and a gift for storytelling—from candid background moments to intimate portraits—and the team’s collaboration with other photographers keeps the day moving smoothly. They note reliability, flexibility, willingness to go the extra mile (even in heat), and thoughtful planning that translates into a final video that feels cinematic yet personal. Add on options like drone footage and careful editing, and many feel they’ve captured one of life’s greatest moments in a way that’s worth the investment.

FEBRUARY 2015

Adrian was beyond amazing. He was willing to go the extra mile to get the perfect shot, even on a 38 degree day! Nothing was too hard and we couldn't have asked for a better photographer. I would recommend him to anyone!

Amy B.

NOVEMBER 2013

Amazing! Couldn't have asked for a better videographer. Adrian was so easy to work with and his attention to detail meant he didn't miss a thing. The final product was incredibly presented and so reasonably priced. My husband and I have agreed our best decision for the wedding was booking Adrian for the video. I would absolutely use his services again.

Megan Z.

NOVEMBER 2013

Perfect is an understatement - we watched our wedding video five times in under an hour with huge goofy smiles on our faces. Adrian's attention to detail is unbelievable - he manages to capture the little things you don't think about at the time, but the things you'll remember forever.

Kristy S.

MAY 2025

Adrian did a spectacular job, his team were barely noticeable yet they were there for everything and captured many precious moments of our day. Countless little glimpses of what made each person unique and funny quirks I had no idea were happening in the background, all edited into a beautiful gentle story to look back on. As his regular second shooter it's been an honour to have him cover my own day.

Stefan S.

MARCH 2016

Adrian was fantastic deal with. He was great!!

Jean P.

MARCH 2015

Adrian, the wedding Ninja, there wasn't a moment that Adrian didn't capture. From the early hours of the morning when we were getting ready Adrian was running around capturing everything, he wasn't intrusive at all, he always gave our photographer the right of way and they worked very well together which I think is extremely important. We haven't seen our final video yet but everything from the lead-up to the day, Adrian was extremely professional and we had a blast working with him. Thank you Adrian

Miss Charmaine G.

FEBRUARY 2015

Videography was a last minute decision for us but Adrian was very accommodating. His prices are very reasonable and he is very reliable. His team went out of their way the entire wedding. He even brought a drone which made my husbands day!

Amy B.

DECEMBER 2014

We are delighted with our choice for our wedding. He was flexible, enthusiastic, punctual and most of all, his passion for what he does came alive throughout the event. We were totally absorbed in our special day though it felt reassuring to hear Adrian hopping over bushes and crouching between guests to get the best shots. A very talented man - he captured each and every one of our favourite moments. He was also exceptionally patient with post-event photo editing. Five starts through and through for personality, passion and talent!

Tom H.

DECEMBER 2014

We are so happy we chose Adrian Tan. Adrian was enthusiastic, conscientious and we really felt like he cared about his work and our experience. This definitely helped us relax and have fun with the photos. He was amazing at capturing all of our favourite moments. He also took some amazing shots of just me and my husband which we now have framed in our living room - the photos are like paintings with the way he weaved us into the stunning backdrop. I highly recommend Adrian - a man of integrity, passion and amazing skill.

Lora H.

DECEMBER 2014

Adrian was fantastic! He is very friendly, he responded to every questions i had and even make suggestions which made our wedding extra memorable. His professionalism is superb and he will do the extra mile to help you. I can only say good things about Adrian and will use him again. Ladies look no further, you wont get disappointed .

Chelly H.

SEPTEMBER 2014

Adrian was AMAZING and I would happily recommend him to anyone. He was professional, friendly and couldn't do enough to help us. Most importantly, the photos are amazing and he made me feel completely comfortable!

Samantha W.

JANUARY 2014

Adrian and his team were exceptional - from planning to service on the day and right through to the end product. I must commend Adrian and his team on their creativity, professionalism, and quality. I would recommend Adrian Tan to anyone and can't wait to use him again for future special occasions!

Soseh G.

NOVEMBER 2013

Adrian beautifully captured one of the greatest moments of my life with such professionalism, we were amazed. The video footage is of great quality and done with the utmost respect and creativity. Super easy to work with and full of fantastic ideas. Use him. DO IT!

Carmel S.

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Question 4

Can we make it like 90s home video style?

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WHITE CAT MEDIA

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Yep, every video supplier could create a 90s-style video for you! And they'd probably find it fun! Some characteristics of the style:

-- Single camera (rather than multiple cameras getting different angles).

-- Shoulder-mounted. So, it's a bit shaky.

-- Single zoom lens. Whereas many people these days go for no zooming at all.

-- On-camera lighting.

-- Often, in-camera audio and interviews with guests, while most people these days lean towards less natural audio (except for speeches, etc).

-- The actual image is worse quality in a few ways. For instance, it's lower resolution, it's grainier in low light, it's interlaced rather than progressive, and it has lower dynamic range. But this is all part of the retro charm. And all this stuff are things any video editor can recreate during the edit using filters and other tricks.

So, if you genuinely like this look, you could pretty much ask any video company to do it for you, even low budget ones. Just show them the sort of thing you have in mind. For instance, the first thing I think of is the home video section of Notting HIll. Specify how long you want the video to be. Then ask them for a custom quote as opposed to just going by one of their regular packages. Very likely, it takes less work to produce such a thing than what they're used to producing, because editing was a lot trickier and therefore more minimal in the '90s with videotape rather than digital files.

As a bonus, ask them if they actually own or are willing to purchase a camera from the '90s. And as a bonus bonus, ask them if they actually filmed weddings during the '90s!

Higher-priced companies will tend to differentiate themselves by camera quality, multiple camera operators, drones, etc, but you don't need all that stuff.

Question 5

Would really love to add this element to our video as we are getting married on a beautiful private property, it's stunning. What should we budget for drone footage?

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WHITE CAT MEDIA

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I kind of think that, in 2025, it's part of the package now and shouldn't be charged for separately.

Jasmine

Question 6

Do wedding photographers/videographers charge more on New Year's Eve?

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Wondering if there are surcharges for weddings on special dates like this. We're thinking of a NYE wedding.

WHITE CAT MEDIA

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Have never heard of anyone charging extra because the wedding falls on a special day, not even if the wedding falls on Christmas Day.

But I have heard of plenty of people who will charge LESS for weekday weddings, or sometimes winter or autumn weddings.

Question 7

What should we be asking videographers that will help us choose who to film our wedding?

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WHITE CAT MEDIA

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To ask yourself

Question 8

- Is there a deposit, does all the money need to be paid upfront, how does that side of it work?

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Personality

- It's not a question as such, but just see how well you gel with the person. So, just have a normal chat, a normal conversation. If you ask camera guys about gear or technique or about weddings they've attended and funny stories they have, they'll absolutely talk your ear off. At least, I know I do! So, maybe that's a way to get them to show off what they're like.

Question 9

- What do you think is good or unique about your style, and could you give me a "DVD commentary" on one of your highlight films?

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- Now, note that everyone shows off their best work, usually in the most amazing locations, etc. So, maybe it's worthwhile to get them to show you the cheapest wedding, most low-budget wedding they've covered, and see what they made of it.

Question 10

- Do you do all the filming yourself? If not, how do you ensure the style is consistent?

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What you don't need to ask

Question 11

What's the best way to go about live streaming our wedding? How does it work? Would the videographer do it or do we need to organise an app or something?

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WHITE CAT MEDIA

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Here's five different quality levels of livestream (which means five different expense levels as well).

As to which way is the "best", well, it's a trade-off between price and quality.

1. A friend with a phone. Usually with a tripod for the phone as well. And I've seen plenty of weddings that do this.

2. Next level up: cheap livestreaming company. The cheapest companies will basically do what friend-with-a-phone/tablet does. But the big difference is that it's their job. They have to take responsiblity for the stream and constantly monitor and adjust the camera.

3. Next level: it's still a single camera, but this time it's a proper camera, not an iPad -- and probably proper audio. For instance, they might be getting audio from the DJ's desk, whereas the cheaper companies are just using "on-camera audio", and there's a difference in audio quality. On-camera is more echoey and has more background noise. Some of these single-camera livestreamers will also offer a moving camera.

4. And then the next level is multiple cameras-- for instance, one wide and one close -- with the ability to switch between them.

5. And then the most complicated setup I've seen at weddings is something like three or four cameras with a larger team. For instance, there would be one person in charge of switching between the angles and monitoring audio, and then one or two people in charge of operating the cameras.

Other considerations:

1. Definitely not all videographers offer streaming. But just ask!

2. Internet connection. This is a constant worry of livestreamers. If the venue or church has a WiFi or ethernet connection the livestreamer can use, that can help, but often the venue might charge extra for the service. People who livestream weddings don't have access to the level of equipment used by professional TV networks, so no one streaming weddings can guarantee the stream will work! But if it doesn't work, they'll still record the event, and upload as soon as possible afterwards.

3. Setup time. For the more elaborate livestreaming, the streamer could need an hour or two to move gear in and set up. It's not instantaneous.

4. Projection. If the venue has projector screens, it's not hard for the livestreamer to send a signal to them. Usually, they'd just need to set up their main desk next to an HDMI port. This can be useful for large weddings where a lot of people might not have a good view. (The only catch is the venue would charge you extra for the screens.)

5. The good livestreamers don't use YouTube, as another commenter has said. But the bulk will, because it's free. The problem is that YouTube will stop the stream or mute it if it detects copyrighted music.

6. If there are any pre-recorded videos, coordinate with the livestreamer ahead of time. Get them a copy of the video that they can play directly into the stream. (For instance, I livestream a lot of funerals, and often there is a visual tribute as part of the service.)

Question 12

What are the different styles of wedding video?

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WHITE CAT MEDIA

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To be honest, I think that's the wrong question, for two reasons.

Firstly, I don't think most people's styles are that distinct. It's not like how you can say "impressionism" or "fauvism" in art.

Question 13

What should we budget for drone footage at our wedding?
Would really love to add this element to our video as we are getting married on a beautiful private property, it's stunning. What should we budget for drone footage?

Accepted Answer

I kind of think that, in 2025, it's part of the package now and shouldn't be charged for separately.

Jasmine

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Question 14

Do wedding photographers/videographers charge more on New Year's Eve?
Wondering if there are surcharges for weddings on special dates like this. We're thinking of a NYE wedding.

Accepted Answer

Have never heard of anyone charging extra because the wedding falls on a special day, not even if the wedding falls on Christmas Day.

But I have heard of plenty of people who will charge LESS for weekday weddings, or sometimes winter or autumn weddings.

— WHITE CAT MEDIA

Question 15

What questions are important to help us choose a videographer?
What should we be asking videographers that will help us choose who to film our wedding?

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To ask yourself

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White Cat Media

do you use?

Can we make it like 90s home video style?

Would really love to add this element to our video as we are getting married on a beautiful private property, it's stunning. What should we budget for drone footage?

Do wedding photographers/videographers charge more on New Year's Eve?

What should we be asking videographers that will help us choose who to film our wedding?

- Is there a deposit, does all the money need to be paid upfront, how does that side of it work?

- What do you think is good or unique about your style, and could you give me a "DVD commentary" on one of your highlight films?

- Do you do all the filming yourself? If not, how do you ensure the style is consistent?

What's the best way to go about live streaming our wedding? How does it work? Would the videographer do it or do we need to organise an app or something?

What are the different styles of wedding video?

What should we budget for drone footage at our wedding? Would really love to add this element to our video as we are getting married on a beautiful private property, it's stunning. What should we budget for drone footage?

Do wedding photographers/videographers charge more on New Year's Eve? Wondering if there are surcharges for weddings on special dates like this. We're thinking of a NYE wedding.

What questions are important to help us choose a videographer? What should we be asking videographers that will help us choose who to film our wedding?

White Cat Media

do you use?

Can we make it like 90s home video style?

Would really love to add this element to our video as we are getting married on a beautiful private property, it's stunning. What should we budget for drone footage?

Do wedding photographers/videographers charge more on New Year's Eve?

What should we be asking videographers that will help us choose who to film our wedding?

- Is there a deposit, does all the money need to be paid upfront, how does that side of it work?

- What do you think is good or unique about your style, and could you give me a "DVD commentary" on one of your highlight films?

- Do you do all the filming yourself? If not, how do you ensure the style is consistent?

What's the best way to go about live streaming our wedding? How does it work? Would the videographer do it or do we need to organise an app or something?

What are the different styles of wedding video?

What should we budget for drone footage at our wedding? Would really love to add this element to our video as we are getting married on a beautiful private property, it's stunning. What should we budget for drone footage?

Do wedding photographers/videographers charge more on New Year's Eve? Wondering if there are surcharges for weddings on special dates like this. We're thinking of a NYE wedding.

What questions are important to help us choose a videographer? What should we be asking videographers that will help us choose who to film our wedding?