Videographer – Gabriela Villegas

Where are you from?

I'm from Guadalajara Jalisco, tierra del mariachi, tequila and tortas ahogadas.

How did you get started as a videographer?

I actually started as a photographer back in 2010, and then a friend of mine introduced me into video and motion graphics and I absolutely loved it.

How long have you been a videographer for?

I've been doing this for about 3 years.

What is the most rewarding part of being a videographer?

It's really satisfying when people come to us at the end of the events and thank us with a big hug and smile in their faces, but also when reading the comments about their experience with us.

What does videography mean to you?

For me it’s like a game where you´re able to tell a single story in so many different ways. Being a wedding videographer has taught me to be at the right place at the right time.

What is your favorite style of videography?

I love documental/ musical videos.

Where is your favorite location to video?

I love nature, and I'm always willing to jump into the water to do some underwater shoots!

What is your preferred piece of video equipment?

I love the 35 mm & 85 mm lenses

What is your favorite part about working with Adventure Photos?

Adventure Photos has pushed me in a way any other place has ever do it, It's rewarding to me to see how much I've learnt working here.

What was the most memorable wedding you have captured?

I loved working with Abas & Stephanie, they were such a beautiful couple and everything went just fine. Most recently I worked with Alexa & Brian and had so much fun doing the photoshoot in the spa !

What is your favorite wedding video and why?

I loved doing Lauren & Luke cause it was located in Cozumel and I just loved the material we got there.

How did you begin working with Adventure Photos?

A friend of mine helped me get in.

If you could give advice to clients looking to book a wedding video, what would it be?

I'd say to just be natural and enjoy their moment cause that’s what we want to capture in video.

How do you make clients less nervous during a shoot ?

Distracting them by asking them about how did they meet, or what do they love most about their partner. Making them dance or walk is another way to get them to relax.