Anna Lord is a destination filmmaker who creates a moment in time that encourages you to sink into a dream.
A moment in time for Anna is observing as couples are given a chance to slow down & take it all in, watching the way the sun is setting & hearing the songs the birds are singing in the trees. Whether she is giving brands a voice to tell their story through a unique perspective of beauty or capturing love, Anna seeks out organic emotions & the beauty that surrounds her subjects, then shares this experience with those on the outside looking in. She invites you to peer through the camera with her as she creates artful works of motion that are authentic and timeless, allowing time to linger & highlighting each personal detail. This lover of languages understands the unspoken language of dreams & story-telling. She is a night-owl who reminisces on the people & places she has encountered through her travels as she makes her way to the next place on her list.
Following the years she spent in Northridge to get her degree in Fine Art & French, she lived in many cities in the United States & the South of France — both of which greatly influenced her work. The way she captures beauty has also been shaped by traveling, as she has been introduced to people in diverse places & cultures. Over the course of the twelve years that Anna has been working as a visual artist, her work has been featured in The Knot, Elle, The New York Times, Brides & Over the Moon — platforms that show her unique style & expertise.
Do you book multiple weddings on the same date?
No. I value getting to know your love story & vision for your special day. I want to be able to capture it as closely as you’ve dreamt it and what is true to the both of you. Of course, in any case of emergency, I have very talented Cinematographers who can take my place in filming your wedding day. However, I will still be the one editing your film.
How many weddings have you filmed?
I have worked in this industry since 2013 with over 150 weddings captured.
Can we customize the collections?
Yes, all proposals sent to inquiring clients are customized from the information provided during our consultation. Every wedding is different & every couple have different needs. All is customizable whether that be adding coverage, length of edits, etc. Please let me know if you have anything specific you’d like to talk about.
When will we receive our film(s)?
My turnaround time is 15-18 weeks from the wedding date.
What are the Ceremony/Toasts/Dance Edited Films?
These moments of the day are captured with multiple cameras (from different angles) and carefully edited together for the best perspective. The film will have high quality audio and covers the full moment. For example: the Ceremony video begins at the Processional and ends right when you & your spouse have walked down the aisle.
Do you have a preferred vendor list?
Yes! I have many artists in the wedding industry that I can refer to you; photographers, florists, invitation designers, etc. The biggest reason I’d refer them is not only for their expertise in their craft, but that our work compliments one another very well.
Do you pick the music?
Yes, I pay to copyright music from several sites. The music process is very involved as I take the aesthetic & pace from your day into careful consideration when choosing a song. I typically choose cinematic & ambient songs (with no vocals) that bring a sense of romance and nostalgia. I also edit the film to your song, so every editing decision is very intentional. If you do have specific songs or opinions about the song chosen for you, we can chat more about it prior to your event.
CLIENT REVIEWS
Christina & David - Married in Palm Springs, California
We love Anna! We didn't originally plan on having a wedding video, but when my father-in-law became unwell & couldn't make it we decided to do the video. She was quick to jump in & help. She's really friendly & asks a lot of great questions to make sure you get what you want. She made sure to come with the right equipment to capture audio, which not every vendor does, she's really on top of things. She was like a fly on the wall at the wedding, you hardly noticed her there which was exactly the vibe we were hoping for. We'd highly recommend her.
Nora & Dean - Married in Sonoma, California
I searched for weeks trying to find someone I felt would capture my wedding in a way that was natural & breathtaking. I didn’t realize how picky I was until I started looking. I found Anna via Instagram where she filmed a mutual acquaintance’s wedding. She was the gold I was looking for. Anna has such a talent with film & photography & a talent to truly capture the most genuine moments of her client’s day. I received many compliments from my family & guests on how she was barely there but was always there & so kind & graceful with her directions.
Melina and Austin - Married in La Romana, Dominican Republic
We can't put into words how grateful we were to have Anna there on our wedding day. Her poise and professionalism were beyond anything we could have ever asked for. We had to cancel our day multiple times due to the pandemic. Anna was flexible, empathic, and stuck by our side the entire time. During our wedding weekend she was so personable, kind, and had a calming presence that made us comfortable in front of her camera. Anna is a true artist and anyone would be lucky to have her!
Katherine & James - Married in Santa Monica, California
If you are looking for an artistic point of view, quick turn around, & amazing scene captures in your wedding film, then please stop here - you found her! Anna is incredible. I worked with her once before when she filmed my best friend's wedding. Once I saw all of her films on her website, I knew I had to book her for my own wedding. Anna has a way of capturing the sweet moments throughout your event - the laughter, the tears, & all of the beautiful light! She's also just so sweet would answer all of my questions & reassure me that the day would go smoothly. She came on time on the day of & was so easy to work with. The turnaround for my film was also so quick! She did such an amazing job. My husband & I couldn't stop re-watching it over & over.
If I had to point out the one thing that I loved from our film, other than the perfectly captured moments, & the beautiful light, I would have to point out the great recording of our vows. The sound was perfect. I noticed with other vendors, the sound can be choppy & a little weird. But with Anna, it was flawless. She mic'd my husband for the ceremony & it captured perfectly. I will definitely be recommending Anna to all of my friends. Thank you Anna!
Jamie & Jeff - Married in Merced, California
Anna was wonderful to work with. From the first time we met her, through the day of our wedding, she was responsive, professional & took into consideration our wants & needs. She did a phenomenal job capturing our wedding day, & we are so grateful to have a beautiful video memory. The sound quality is great, she chose the perfect background music, & the composition of the video is exactly what we hoped for. Anna went above & beyond by coming out to the venue the day before to understand the layout, & scope the lighting. I would highly recommend Anna to future brides!
Chaise & Michael - Married in Traverse City, Michigan
Oh sweet Anna- I don't even know where to begin! She is just all around amazing! We booked her for our wedding in Michigan. She was so flexible & understanding with us throughout the whole process as we had a lot going on with our move across the country & planning a wedding. When it came time for our wedding, she made sure to get every shot we asked for & then some. She is an absolute genius & has such attention to detail & her lighting is always on point! She captured every moment & every emotion that I wanted to see & now I can look back at them always. She is just the sweetest & although our wedding wasn't the most traditional, she worked around any & every obstacle to make sure we were happy & I can tell you with 100% certainty, I would book her again & again. Don't look any further, she's your girl!
