LAUREN AND ANDREW - MICRO WEDDING DURING QUARANTINE

I’ve done small weddings, intimate weddings, weddings at restaurants, some that were basically cocktails parties with nuptials, backyard weddings, town hall weddings and even an elopement. None of those were as small as Lauren and Andrew’s though. In the middle of quarantine Lauren and Andrew had an extremely secret ceremony with only 8 people in our friends backyard. This day was incredible for a couple reasons, first off Andrew is dear friend of mine and I couldn’t have been happier for him. Secondly, I almost can’t describe the happiness of just feeling normal for a day. This was about the point when we all hadn’t left our homes for two months. Everyone involved was responsible, adhered to social distancing and quarantining guidelines so after months of not seeing anyone we all got to spend some time together, laugh and celebrate the love of our friends. We all did what we had to do so Lauren and Andrew could have their wedding and they’ve thanked us a million times already but I want to say thank you to them for having their wedding, giving us some hope and reminding us how incredible our friends are. I love you guys and I can’t wait for the real deal wedding!

I was incredibly happy to be involved in their amazing wedding. Big thank you to Matt Branscombe of BSC Studio for offering his backyard and Bryan Avigne of Bryan Avigne Photography for offering his home for the bride prep and being an incredible JP.

Cheers - Will

Will Talamelli - Cinematographer Director DP

Founder/Owner Will Talamelli Films

Rye Ballet Conservatory

Promotional piece for Rye Ballet Conservatory with commentary by owner and prodigal ballerina Ashlee Stewart (Knapp). Ashlee was actually my first bride when I started Will Talamelli Films in 2015 and when she started her own studio she contacted me for a company video.

I know what ballet means to Ashlee and how much of her life has been dedicated to the art so I really wanted to showcase that. I wanted the viewer and potential client to understand that with Rye Ballet Conservatory you aren’t just getting ballet lessons, you are getting a developmental experience from one of the greatest to ever do it. I wanted Ashlee to discuss what ballet can do for a young dancer, what it did for her and the emotional connection she has to the art which really highlights her dedication.

Technique/ Cinematography:

Shot in 4K60 on the Black Magic Pocket Cinema Camera using the incredible Sigma 18-35 f/1.8 lens on a Ronin M. There is movement in every scene and I intended it to be that way. I wanted slow steady movement that went with the dancers and replicated their gestures. Which was tricky because I’m not a dancer lol. Thankfully Ashlee was next to me like a producer would be, explaining and demonstrating the moves ahead of time to prepare me.

Stylistically I wanted it to look like her instagram photos, it had to be on brand with what she puts out. Very bright, full contrast, true tones. That meant soft light and a lot of it. Using 2 Aputure 300Ds and 2 Aputure 120Ds for lighting with China balls and soft boxes I was able to fill the studio with very complimenting, soft, even light.

For more information vist ryeballet.com

Will Talamelli - Cinematographer Director DP

Founder/Owner Will Talamelli Films