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Francis West Studios creates cinematic wedding films for couples who value storytelling, emotion, and timeless imagery.

Based in Charleston, SC, and serving the Lowcountry and beyond — including Hilton Head, Savannah, Mount Pleasant, and Summerville — we specialize in wedding films that feel personal, intentional, and beautifully crafted. With over two decades of professional experience, every wedding is approached with care, artistry, and a calm, documentary-inspired presence.

Our collections are designed to meet couples where they are, offering multiple levels of coverage — from thoughtfully streamlined options to our most immersive cinematic experiences. Whether you choose a refined essential package or a fully elevated storytelling collection, every film receives the same attention to detail, professional audio capture, and cinematic visual style.

At the heart of our work is storytelling. Through natural moments, meaningful sound, and genuine emotion, we create films that allow you to relive your day — not just watch it. From quiet glances to joyful celebrations with family and friends, your story is preserved in a way that feels authentic and lasting.

If you’re looking for a wedding film that feels honest, cinematic, and deeply personal, we’d be honored to tell your story.

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Def Video
Multi. Cameras

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
High-Def Video
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras

What primary style do you identify with?

Cinematic
Documentary
Storytelling
Traditional

Which wedding events do you service?

Ceremony
Pre-Ceremony
Reception
Rehearsal Dinner

What videography services do you offer?

Drone Footage
Highlight Video
Multi. Cameras

What final video formats do you offer?

Digital Download
DVD
USB Flash Drive

Reviews of Francis West Studios

Alesha
Alesha Sent on 12/01/2022
5 out of 5 rating

100% Recommend!!

Frank was absolutely fabulous! I was hesitant on getting a videographer due to trying to stay within my wedding budget. Some people told me it would be worth it so I stretched my budget and hired Frank. Let me just say it was the best decision I made. Frank did an amazing job capturing literally every special part of my day! Ive been watching the videos over and over reliving the day. Wedding videos are a must and I 100% recommend Frank!! Not only did he make sure he captured every moment but he asked me questions to make sure that when he put my videos together that it would be everything I wanted. He nailed it. It was everything I wanted and more. It was the best day of our lives and we now have something to watch any time we want to relive it! Thank you so much Frank! These videos are going to be forever special to us!!!
Mary
Mary Sent on 04/19/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Frank makes you feel like a friend, not a client

My husband and I planned our Charleston wedding from the Middle East, so we were really fortunate that our planner recommended Frank as he was so helpful and communicative the entire process. He takes his job so seriously, shows compassion and enthusiasm from every email to the actually wedding and even after the wedding. He is really creative and allowed us to share what our "vision" was and made it happen. I appreciated that he was happy to hear our feedback and requests and he went above and beyond to produce wonderful footage. Frank is the best and you'll be in the best hands in Charleston if you choose him as your videographer.
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John Sent on 12/28/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Frank captured our greatest wedding memories.

Frank was just a joy to work with and absolutely loves what he does. He somehow captured incredibly intimate moments without anyone realizing that he was even there with his cameras. The videos turned out better than we had hoped - and the way he overlapped the afternoon and evenings moments was just remarkable.
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Lisa Sent on 12/08/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Videographer

We were very happy with Frank’s professionalism and his ability to take videos without us even knowing he was there. We will enjoy the wedding videos for years to come. We would highly recommend Frank at Francis West Studios.
Erin
Erin Sent on 07/21/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing! Would absolutely recommend!

Frank is so sweet! From the moment we emailed to our phone conversation to meeting at the venue! Not only was he able to capture us having fun as well as having fun himself!!! He was able to send us some sneak peaks the day after!

100% recommend!
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Ryan Sent on 05/20/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Great experience!

Frank is wonderful to work with! I went back and forth on getting a videographer and I am so glad we did--our wedding was 2 weeks ago and we've watched the footage already to relive the day--he got it back to us SO fast :) Frank was great at communicating with us and keeping everything organized for the wedding day! We had to postpone because of COVID for a year and he made the transition very smooth and easy. The teaser he made of our wedding could not be more perfect. His rates are also great and allow for customization to fit your budget. I highly recommend booking Frank to be your wedding day videographer!
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Lauryn Sent on 05/05/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Videographer

Frank was beyond amazing at every step along the way. He made sure we knew what to expect, gave us great pointers to make the video amazing, and he was very professional. Frank was very quick to respond to all our messages and the turn around was so fast. He kept sending us little clips the week after the wedding which was awesome to see, and we received our DVDs within 2 weeks after the wedding. I would highly recommend Frank at Francis West Studios. He was wonderful to work with during the whole process! I am so happy we picked Frank to be our videographer!
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Margot Sent on 11/19/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best money we spent on our big day!

Frank and his team were simply amazing. It is without a doubt the best money we spent on our wedding- NO QUESTION! Frank and I met prior to the event so that he could get a feeling of what footage was most important to us. He surpassed our expectations, delivered our “wants” and so much more! It was so important to me, because I was done “planning” and hadn’t considered a videographer... until I had a dream and woke up at 3am and realized that as the bride, there was so much I would NOT see! Especially being the last to walk down the aisle, I would miss everything beforehand. Frank captured the entire thing with multiple camera angles, many microphones, and I am so grateful! After the wedding, we heard two things consistently- 1: the day was perfect and the wedding was a blast! And 2: Your videographer was amazing! He was everywhere and we can’t wait to see the videos! So we started receiving the videos on our honeymoon and our expectations were truly surpassed. Not only is the video AMAZING but the audio, too! It is remarkable, and he is so talented. We received our videos ASAP, and they will be cherished by us forever! Can not recommend him enough, he is so professional and kind. Exactly what we wanted, and then some! I truly feel that for the final product delivered, he is more than affordable. Thank you Frank
Jessica
Jessica Sent on 11/07/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Hire That Frank Guy!

We were very pleased with Francis West Studios. My daughter and her fiance thought they didn't want a videographer, so I hired Frank for myself.

It's a good thing I did, because after COVID hit, Frank was able to provide a live stream of the ceremony. Friends and family from 5 different countries were able to watch and comment in real time. It was so much fun to read their comments the next day.

Frank got the finished product to us really quickly. When I saw that my daughter was sharing it on social media, I jokingly commented, "I thought ya'll didn't want a videographer," to which she responded, "We were wrong."

I made the decision to hire Frank because I felt he offered the best combination of talent, price and packaging and recommendations. He delivered 100%.

I highly recommend hiring Francis West Studios. You won't be disappointed.

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User5420883 Sent on 10/31/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Captures everything

Frank did a great job of capturing all the special moments of the day! Love his work! So lucky we found him.
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Professional Network & Endorsements

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Artistic i Wedding - Live Painting Artistic i Wedding - Live Painting Wedding Favors

Frank has done two videos on my business (they can be found here www.myArtistici.com). They still bring tears to my eyes when I watch them. My business was my dream! He has a great personality, easy to work with, and the best equipment around. He'll make you look and sound good...even if you're camera shy! Francis West Studios captures what photographs can't. Everyone should have a Francis West video of their special day...they will cherish it always.

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