Estrella Films

03/06/2024

It's in the unscripted moments where true beauty shows. At Estrella Films we are devoted to immortalizing every nuanced emotion, every shared glance, and yes, even the moments you might not think of.

From the quiet exchanges of vows to the spontaneous laughter shared between the newlyweds, I believe in crafting a cinematic masterpiece that not only reflects the glamour of the day but also preserves the authentic, candid moments that make your love story uniquely yours.

The subtle touch of a hand, the stolen glances, and the joyous tears – these are the treasures that elevate your wedding film from a mere recording to a timeless work of art.

Let's celebrate the beauty of every moment, both big and small, ensuring that your love story is immortalized in a film you family can enjoy for generations to come.

02/27/2024

02/21/2024

📽️✨ Choosing the right wedding videographer is an art in itself!

Here are some key tips to make sure you're on the right track:

1️⃣ Watch Their Films: Dive into their portfolio! Watch multiple films to get a feel for their style. If you have a specific vision, discuss it and ask for example films matching your vision.

2️⃣ Experience Matters: Inquire about the number of weddings they've shot. A videographer with at least 20 weddings under their belt brings a level of experience that ensures consistency and avoids major mistakes.

3️⃣ Specialization is Key: Opt for a dedicated wedding videographer. Filming weddings is a unique skill set, and those who specialize have a genuine passion for capturing the magic of love, unlike those who dabble on the side.

4️⃣ Philosophical Alignment: Ensure your videographer's philosophy aligns with yours. What matters most to them should resonate with your priorities. You want someone already on the same page as you.

5️⃣ Editing Expertise: If you desire a personal touch, choose a videographer who handles their own editing or has an in-house team under their creative leadership. This connection adds a unique dimension to your wedding film.

Remember, your wedding film is a timeless memory - make sure it's in the hands of someone who understands and shares your vision! 🎥💕

05/03/2022

As promised, a little background on what we were up to while we were MIA on social media. Those of you who we see in real life or who follow our personal accounts are aware, but for those who missed it… we’ve been a traveling family for the last year and a half!

In spring of 2020, weddings, along with everything else came to a screeching halt. We were stuck at home in our little duplex with our 5 year old, 2 year old, and our brand new baby. As weeks turned to months we started to go a little crazy. In July, we got our first real escape from the tedium, camping in the sierras with family. This inspired an idea, which was not the first time I (Colleen) suggested it, but was the first time David was open to it. What if we lived in an RV??

Well, long story short, we bought a 34 foot fifth wheel trailer and the truck to pull it, sold nearly everything we owned, and got on the road. California was our home base, but we did explore 11 other states in 2021. We’ll share a few glimpses into our travels soon. This year, we have a few more states on the agenda, and we do have plans to settle ourselves down again too. More on that later. 😉

Weddings picked back up in full swing last year but we managed to balance the business with our traveling lifestyle. The lifestyle change ultimately changed the way we view everything, really. It was one of the best decisions we ever made. ❤️

04/27/2022

Yosemite… you take our breath away.

04/15/2022

Oh hey 👋🏻 It’s the Estrellas. We’re getting back into the swing of things with our social media. We seem to go through phases when we do a good job at managing it, and then not so much. 🤪 We haven’t done much in the last two years so there is a lot to update about! 2020 basically changed everything for us, as I’m sure it did for many. We’ll be sharing more in the coming days and weeks about how. Business wise, 2020 was extremely slow, but on a personal level it was a big year. 2021 was the busiest year yet for our business! So we have plenty to share in both arenas, and we promise we will soon!

07/06/2020

Hi friends! Apologies for the radio silence... we’ve been a little busy. Our newest little star, Lily Kathryn was born on May 24th. We have been adjusting to life as a family of five! She is the sweetest little thing and all four of us are enamored with her. Hope you all are faring well in these extraordinary times. ♥️

04/13/2020

Happy Easter from our family to yours. ♥️ Hope you all had a blessed day!

04/01/2020

Times are so uncertain right now. We feel so deeply for our couples who are having to postpone their joyous celebrations, which we know they have been preparing for and looking forward to for months. We hope you are able to hold onto the good in this strange season, and look forward to brighter days when celebrations can resume. We can’t wait to join you.
Here is some beauty for your day. Gorgeous florals by

03/19/2020

Hope all of our friends, loved ones, clients and fellow creatives are staying safe and healthy during these crazy times. ♥️ Wishing you peace in the midst of chaos, and new ways to connect - with God, with your family, with your creativity and with others in new and inventive ways. 🙂 Sending love out to you all!

03/10/2020

Filmed in the beautiful tasting room this weekend. Look forward to creating a film for them.

03/04/2020

Some sweet moments from Anna & David’s wedding ❤️