Business Details
Timeless Wedding Films & Brand Videos in Springfield, IL
Lydia Stuemke Photography was founded on the belief that wedding films should transcend fleeting trends to become cherished heirlooms. Initially hesitant to enter the wedding industry due to its chaotic reputation, the founder discovered her passion for capturing meaningful, story-driven moments that outlast the event itself. With a focus on emotional authenticity, the business prioritizes building genuine connections with couples to create personalized films that reflect their unique relationships.Operating from a philosophy that values intentionality over superficiality, the team emphasizes creating timeless narratives that resonate across generations. Their approach combines technical expertise with a commitment to helping couples refocus on what truly matters during their wedding journey. Based in Springfield, Illinois, the business serves clients throughout Central Illinois and beyond while maintaining a limited annual booking capacity to ensure quality and personalized attention.
Services
Wedding Videography
Brand Films
Ceremony Edits
Archival Edits
Drone Footage
Full-Day Coverage
Photo Services
Raw Footage
Mentorship
Small Business Videos
Highlights and features
- We offer FAA-licensed drone footage for cinematic perspectives
- Our full-day coverage includes all key wedding events without scheduling stress
- We provide archival edits that preserve uncut wedding moments
- Our team collaborates seamlessly with Kate Spencer Photography
- We shoot every wedding with maximum flexibility for post-event editing
What people say
Chills every time
Best friend vibe
Refocus on what matters
Obsessed with results
Seamless team collaboration
Services
Wedding Videography
Creating emotionally resonant wedding films that prioritize storytelling over trends. Our approach captures authentic moments through personalized planning and cinematic techniques. Couples receive professionally edited videos that preserve their special day for future generations.
Brand Films
Producing high-quality brand videos that help small businesses connect with audiences. Our films highlight unique stories and values through professional cinematography and strategic editing. Starting at $1,200 with customizable options for different business needs.
Ceremony Edits
Specialized ceremony editing services that preserve vows and officiant words in high-quality format. Ideal for couples wanting to relive their ceremony moments through professionally curated video segments.
Archival Edits
Comprehensive video documentation capturing all wedding day moments. This service provides extended coverage beyond highlight reels, preserving spontaneous interactions and emotional sequences for future viewing.
Drone Footage
Professional aerial videography using FAA-certified equipment. Enhances wedding films with cinematic perspectives of venues and events, included at no extra charge when appropriate for the story.
People
Lydia Stuemke
Videographer
Award-winning wedding filmmaker specializing in emotionally authentic storytelling. With FAA drone certification and years of experience, she creates timeless films that prioritize meaningful moments over trends.
Questions
What areas do you serve for wedding videography?
Based in Springfield, Illinois, we serve Central Illinois and surrounding regions while remaining available for travel to special events.
Do you offer both wedding and commercial video services?
Yes, we specialize in wedding videography and also create brand films for small businesses seeking professional visual storytelling.
What drone capabilities do you offer?
We have FAA-licensed drone operators on staff to provide cinematic aerial footage at no additional charge when appropriate for the event.
How many weddings do you film annually?
To maintain quality and personal attention, we limit our bookings to 12 weddings per year with advance booking typically 12-18 months.
What payment options are available?
We require a $1,500 retainer with remaining payments split into two installments. Digital payment processing available for convenience.
Can we add services after booking?
Yes, we offer flexible add-ons like ceremony edits and archival footage even after initial bookings, with post-event editing options available.
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