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May 2017Drone Cinematography
Drone Cinematography has changed so much over the years. I remember starting just about two and a half years ago with a GoPro attached to my Phantom 2 drone flying my drone around Maui, Hawaii. We also had to solder wires to connect it to a transmitter so we could see what we were filming, this is called first person view, FPV. Now drones have cameras already integrated with the drone. For FPV just plug your smart phone or tablet into your controller and you can see what you are shooting and have full control over your camera settings as well as drone settings and various intelligent flight modes. The intelligent flight modes are amazing too! When I had my Phantom two there was really just 3 flight modes now there are many many more. You can do tripod mode for steady slow controlled shots, you can do tap to flight, simply tap on your screen where to fly to, you can do active track, pick a moving object and it will follow it, all pretty amazing and useful too! The quality on the cameras are getting more and more professional too. For me as a professional filmmaker I want the highest quality possible and the current Phantom 4 Pro has amazing quality. It has an impressive 1” sensor, that shoots 4k resolution at 60 frames per second with great clarity and high performance in low light conditions. This is truly a professional camera that can fly. On top of the ease of use, set up time, camera quality and flight modes the Phantom 4 Pro drone has forward and back sensors for obstacle avoidance. I tested them by flying the drone straight at me full speed where it stopped about 6 feet away! The batteries last about 40% longer too. The Phantom 2 with a Go Pro and FPV was about $2000 now, 3 years later you can get the Phantom 4 Pro with so much more for $1599. Pretty awesome!
With the power and abilities of today’s drones, come regulations. As a drone pilot you are either a hobbyist or a professional. If you make any money from flying your drone you need to get a Small Unmanned Aircraft Pilots license called a Part 107. It’s a multiple choice test, that test extensive knowledge on weather, aeronautical knowledge and reading sectional charts (maps for pilots). It’s no easy test and takes time to study. If you are a hobbyist all you need to do is register your drone with the FAA and of course follow their guidelines.
For me as a wedding filmmaker, here on Maui, the use of drones really add a high production value to my films. It gives the viewer a perspective on the location like nothing else can, especially videoing such scenic wedding venues as we have here in Maui, Hawaii. Flying my drone has given me a renewed appreciation in the beautiful place we all live. My last drone film Drone Maui was featured on KHON News and The Down Town LA Film Festival.
So in a few short years, drones have revolutionized the industry in so many ways. Drones give us a new view of the world that we never had before. With technology advancing so fast and drones still being realitvly new, I’m excited for what the future holds for these modern filming marvels.
Drone Maui as featured on KHON & The Downtown LA Film Festival
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Apr 2017Maui, Haiku Mill Wedding Film
Weddings have always been special events. As you can see in this video, Jenna & James certainly enjoyed their celebration!
The Haiku Mill, Maui is splendid and all of the careful planning is evident. What a memorable wedding day!
Weddings take a lot of preparation, from flowers to candles, and from the reception venue to arrangements for family and other guests.
There the dress for the bridesmaid and the outfits for the groom and his best man. And of course, there is the bride’s dress.
The ceremony is amazing and full of emotions: laughter and tears and smiles. The reception that follows is filled with the sounds of the guest cheering for the newlyweds. Eventually, however, the day will end the only thing the couple has are the memories.
Most newlyweds spend hours and hours, going through hundreds of wedding photos. Perhaps there was a professional photographer.
It seems that everyone has a camera on their cell phone. The selection of photos available are varied. They are shared with guests who were at the wedding and with those who were unable to attend. But while those photos serve as wonderful reminders, nothing captures the awe and joyfulness of that special day better than a professionally produced wedding film.
A high-quality video, recorded by a trained, professional video artist, will give you a lasting memento that allows you to share with others every aspect of your wedding day. You’ll also see the look in the eyes of the groom as he watches his wife-to-be coming towards him.
Through the magic of video, viewers will be able to get a sense of the emotions and wonder of the celebration. In addition to the amazing visual images, a video can also capture the sounds of each special moment. You’ll hear the bride and groom as they exchange their vows.
By having a wedding cinematographer in attendance at your marriage celebration, you can focus your attention on the important things. Your hired camera will take care of creating a beautiful video that will document every important moment. Hiring and scheduling a qualified videographer is probably one of the most important preparations you can make as you plan that special day. Make it one of the very first things you do. You’ll be so very glad that you did!
Maui Wedding Cinematography: http://www.HIFOCUSED.com
Wedding Trailer
Wedding Film
Here’s the couple’s great 5 star review of us too!
During the wedding planning process, I placed a lot of emphasis on the video. In this in age, the video is how we are most likely going to share our memories with our friends and family. I worked closely with Jordan and was very specific about how I wanted the final product.
Jordan met every request and exceeded my expectations. The video brought back all of the emotions of the wedding, captured artistic details, played with speeds and lighting perfectly. Not only is the video beautifully visually, he was able to capture the emotional aspect of the wedding as well.
I would highly recommend jordan to anyone looking for a talented videographer.
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Apr 2017Hotel Wailea Maui Wedding Film / Dahee & Chris
Dahee & Chris could have gotten married without having the video made, but then they would never have been able to enjoy sharing their special day with all of those friends and family members. Imagine all of the benefits of having a professionally crafted video of your wedding day. Sure, there are all of those photographs, but they never seem to show the wonder and splendor of the event. The bride and groom’s amazing wedding day was at Hotel Wailea, Maui.
However, a video can provide all of that and more. In fact, nothing can capture the mood of the wedding better than a skillfully made video. You’ll be able to see the bride in all of her splendor as she is escorted through the gathered crowd. Then there’s the expression on the groom’s face as he sees his enchanting bride approach. That’s something only a video can provide.
An experienced videographer will also know how to capture the beauty and splendor of the wedding venue. You’ve made special plans to be married in that location, so you will certainly want to have a recording of that as well.
Don’t forget the audio portion of the video. You’ll enjoy listening to each other as you share your wedding vows and when you here the wedding official announce you as husband and wife.
You’ll celebrate at the reception with all of your guests, so it will be important to have the videographer invited. It will bring a smile to your face as you listen to the music while you watch the two of you dancing together for the first time as a married couple. You might also enjoy listening to the toasts made by your guests. And then there’s the cutting of the wedding cake. A photograph can never capture that moment like a video will. Your wedding planner will take care of all of the preparations, but you might want to check that a videographer has been contacted and scheduled well in advance. These skilled professionals are in high demand, so don’t wait until it is too late. Put it at the top of your planning list.
All the best and congratulations to Dahee & Chris at Hotel Wailea, Maui!
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Mar 2017The Bride and Groom’s Wedding Film with HI FOCUSED
Today, couples can make their beautiful wedding day an everlasting document. Soul mates will relive their day forever with cinematic memories from a perfect wedding video. They may pass down a moving portrait of their ceremony and festivities to future generations.
Your moment of a lifetime crystallizes on film with Hi Focused. As your special guests, we appreciate your trust and are honored to celebrate with you. In respect to your big day, we hide behind experienced cinematography techniques and professional high-definition cameras.
Weddings are as unique and personality-filled as the couples who plan them. A cornerstone of our promise to you is attention to all the details that set your wedding apart. This includes the people who share your day. You will be delighted to look back to see how happy your elders, friends, bridal party and children felt on your big day.
A bride (and groom!) never forget the wedding gown and all its thoughtful touches: the neckline, intricate accents, train, veil and earrings. The dress may be heavy and multifaceted, or short and sweet. No matter what style she chooses, family and friends are honored to watch her handle herself with grace and poise.
For all the eyes on her, the bride never sees just how breathtaking she looks. From intimate closeups during her departure to a panoramic view of her entrance, a wedding video may be the first time a bride pauses to watch herself in action. She surely deserves it.
No couple arrives at a wedding venue by accident. Your right choice has meaning and purpose. Wonders of nature and a heavenly landscape accent your beach wedding by the sea. A place of worship lends a hallowed atmosphere to your nuptials. Your own home transforms into a paradise of romance, love and laughter. A novelty location tells the story of your relationship.
Your wedding day is an unforgettable forever, going until the last tearful hugs and waves goodbye to your guests. We understand how to maximize all kinds of lighting: misty dawns, sunlight, sunset, candlelight, the stars, chandeliers and disco balls too. Through our lenses, positive and powerful energy radiates from every centerpiece, bouquet and thematic accent.
We tell the full story of your wedding through a strategic mix of carefully-posed and assembled shots, with magical candid scenes. You will have the time of your life as your consecrate your union, now and forever.
Tasha & Colby, A Maui Wedding Film at Gannon’s Wailea.
Here’s the couple’s great 5 star review of us too!
Jordan and his team deserve 6 stars if that was an option 🙂 First of all, Jordan is extremely talented and uses amazing drone technology that helps to make the videos extremely personable and allows you to feel like you were there and felt the breeze from ocean/saw the surroundings, etc (you can check out the samples on his website of his work, which you will fall in love with). This was one of the biggest reasons we hired him, since not all of our family was able to make it all the way to Maui from CA and Europe we wanted them to feel like they didn’t miss out. Additionally, Jordan and team were extremely professional, and were able to capture all the special moment but not make us feel like we had someone with a camera in our face all day 😉 Also, Jordan helped to give us our wedding video within 20 days of our wedding (most would have taken a few months) and allowed us to quickly share it online – and sent us a beautiful wooden box/flash drive with our wedding film and full days coverage on a flash drive. Again, highly recommend to anyone that would like to hire a Cinematographer!
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Feb 2017Maui Wedding Videographer, Olowalu
Your wedding will be beautiful and fun, but it will pass. A wedding video gives you something to look back on and return to over the years. Relive the day. Experience laughs and joys you may have missed. Remember guests who stood by you. Hi Focused videography can share your intimate day with you and document it for you.
As you enter into a lifelong covenant as a couple and family unit, the celebrations stretch far beyond you. Your friends, family and loved ones have waited for this day with you. All have come together in a beautiful, romantic venue to celebrate all the love in your life. You will look back on your audience to see them overwhelmed with emotion and happiness.
A wedding’s smallest details add up to a powerful display of each couple’s own unique values and personality. You have spent months scouting the right venue, attire and decorations. Your wedding video gives you the chance to relive these choices of a lifetime.
The special look of your wedding is a creation of many people’s ideas and thoughts coming together. Your wedding video cinematography captures these decisions in a moving portrait. Over and over, you can enjoy your brilliant bouquets, colorful centerpieces, bridal party style and, of course, the bride’s showstopping wedding gown.
We consider the environment we shoot in when we create your professional, high-definition wedding video. Beach nuptials bring out the spectacular sky and gorgeous landscape as your two surprise guests. A ceremony under the stars transforms your wedding day into a classy, fairy-tale wedding night. A place of worship lends spellbinding architecture and ornate details to the background as you consecrate your union.
Your bridal party symbolizes the people you count on most in life. These men and women surround you in unity and loving support. We pay special attention to these people by your side, include their staged moments and capture them at their most candid. When children attend your wedding, the magic increases. Our videographers know how to come down to their levels and make sure to fit them in, too.
A jam-packed wedding video means your day will never pass. Hi Focused crystallizes the entrances, the vows, the ring exchange, the bouquet toss, the cake-cutting, your first dance as a married couple and more. Our final videos feel like a friend who walked along as you reached your wedding day milestones one by one.
Maui Wedding Cinematography: http://www.HIFOCUSED.com
Here’s the couple’s wonderful 5 star review of us too!
During the wedding planning process, I placed a lot of emphasis on the video. In this in age, the video is how we are most likely going to share our memories with our friends and family. I worked closely with Jordan and was very specific about how I wanted the final product.
Jordan met every request and exceeded my expectations. The video brought back all of the emotions of the wedding, captured artistic details, played with speeds and lighting perfectly. Not only is the video beautifully visually, he was able to capture the emotional aspect of the wedding as well.
I would highly recommend jordan to anyone looking for a talented videographer.
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Feb 2017Hawaii, Maui Professional Wedding Videographer
When I was asked to describe the one thing I loved most about Apryl & Rob’s wedding, I would say it was the beautiful, natural backdrop that only a wedding in Maui, Hawaii could provide. There were other things that were amazing, but the setting was without doubt the most memorable.
I’m sure they’d agree that the wisest thing they did regarding their wedding was to hire a real, professional videographer. This way they had someone they could trust to take all of their special memories and capture them in a video that they would cherish for the rest of their lives.
It was their wedding coordinator who gave them the idea. She explained all of the benefits of having a professional to take care of recording their special occasion, rather than relying on a friend or some unskilled amateur. She was also able to provide them contact information for one of the most experienced videographers in their area.
So as you begin making plans for your marriage ceremony, be certain to ask your wedding coordinator for suggestions on hiring a videographer. A true professional will have made videos of hundreds of weddings. He will also have the best equipment available. Because of his state-of-the-art camera and accessories, you can be guaranteed to get the best quality video production of your wedding you could ever imagine.
Of course, experience isn’t just about how to operate a camera. A talented operator also knows how to achieve the best images with the proper amount of lighting, the correct angle, and working with the client.
Perhaps some of the most interesting scenes you’ll want to share with friends and family involve the reception. It can include your first dance as a married couple, the cutting of the wedding cake (and all the fun that goes into feeding a slice of it to each other), and the throwing of the bouquet to a waiting group of bridemaids.
These are memories that you will want to share with each other for years to come. So when you’re making the preparations for your special day, be sure to include hiring a skilled, professional videographer. It will be one of the smartest choices you can make.
But don’t wait until the week before the wedding! Be sure to make arrangements with your videographer well in advance. Their schedules fill up quickly, and you don’t want to be disappointed by having to settle for second best. Put it at the top of your ‘to-do’ list. You’ll be glad you did!
Maui Wedding Cinematography: http://www.HIFOCUSED.com
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Feb 2017Big Island Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel Wedding Film
This beautiful wedding takes place in Big Island, Hawaii, surrounded by elegance and beauty. It is so touching to watch this couple, and I am so excited to have taken care of their special day!
Rina and Ervin had their gorgeous wedding in Hapuna Beach Prince Resort, and it is a truly special view! Rina is wearing a stunning gown and the groom is handsome. Feel the love in our video commemorating their special day!
Congratulations Rina and Ervin! Their beautiful wedding takes place in Big Island Hawaii, and what a sight to see!
Hi Focused is dedicated to bringing their clients the best wedding video to remember their special day. Watch as Rina & Ervin exchange their vows in the beautiful Big Island, Hawaii. Thanks for letting us spend your day with you and congratulations from us!
Watch the love in Rina’s eyes as she drifts toward her groom, Ervin. Exchanging vows at the beautiful Big Island, Hawaii, our crew is able to share the wonderful moment with this couple, and what a wonderful union! We hope your lives are great together, and congratulations!
Happy days to come for Rina and Ervin! This beautiful union takes places in Big Island, Hawaii, with their reception taking place at Big Island, Hawaii. This ceremony is absolutely stunning, and wish you both happy years together!
This video is such a fun shoot for us here at Hi Focued. Rina and Ervin look stunning on the aisle at their Big Island, Hawaii wedding! Such a fun wedding to shoot, congrats from us to the happy couple!
Watch the stunning Rina walk down the aisle towards Ervin. Such a beautiful Big Island, Hawaii wedding, this couple truly loves one another. Such a gorgeous ceremony like this deserve a big congratulations from our studio!
The future is looking bright for newly-wed couple, Rina and Ervin! This gorgeous video showcases all the love they feel for one another at their Big Island, Hawaii wedding. Best wishes from everyone at Hi Focused!
Maui Wedding Cinematography: http://www.HIFOCUSED.com
Here’s the couple’s amazing 5 star review of us too!
Having HI Focused Cinematography capture our wedding day was one of the best wedding decisions we made! Please do yourself a favor, and don’t look any further. Their work alone speaks for itself. I went through over 10+ videographers on the Big Island, and none of them offered what we wanted. Being a videographer myself in real estate, I had extremely high expectations. I finally came across HIFocused and NEEDED to have them capture our wedding. Though Jordan and the team are based in Maui, they flew down to the Big Island to join us on our special day. I’ll be honest… this was a huge investment for us, but it was the best investment we ever made! Their work is AMAZING!!! Our trailer and feature film blew us away! So STUNNING! We can’t and won’t stop re-playing them. We are saving to watch our extended documentary for our first anniversary. Jordan is VERY professional and talented. He is very responsive to your texts/emails/concerns. He and the team have so much creativity and passion. Jordan takes his craft very seriously, but they definitely made us feel comfortable during our wedding day. Even after the wedding, we had so many editing requests, and Jordan accommodated EVERY request we made and delivered our films earlier than expected. To have such a beautifully crafted film to look back on for years and to share with our family is truly priceless. Their work is ART. And to mention, we have all the raw footage they captured. Very few creatives give away raw footage to their clients. This just attests to how good Jordan and the team are. They exceeded our expectations. Please… if you are looking for high-quality, cinematic, inspiring video work produced by a highly-professional and passionate team, let HIFocused capture your wedding day. HI Focused Cinematography will certainly deliver!
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Jan 2017Sheraton Wedding Film
Maui, Hawaii Sheraton Wedding Film / Melody & Bryan / HI FOCUSED
The bride and groom had their beautiful Maui wedding at the Sheraton Kaanapali.
This was an amazing wedding with a huge wedding reception.
The decor, flowers, vows, location and everything else made for an epic wedding!
Congratulations guys!!!
Thank you so much for having us be a part of your big day!
Maui Wedding Film by: http://www.HIFOCUSED.com
Here’s the couple’s 5 star review of us 🙂
Jordan and his team are the best ever! We are so happy we went with them and every penny spent was well worth it. They made filming so comfortable and easy. Our friends and family are so impressed by the quality of the video and compares it to a movie. 😉
Jordan and his team were amazing! They are very professional yet made it so comfortable and easy to film. We are so happy that we chose HiFocused to be part of our special day. Many of our friends and family tell us our wedding film looks like a movie and are so impressed! Thank you again Hi Focused for your great work!
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Jan 2017Maui, Hawaii Wedding Film / Gannon’s Wailea
Maui, Hawaii Wedding Film / Gannon’s Wailea / Sean & Genevieve / HI FOCUSED
This was a great wedding day! The bride and groom got ready and did their first look,
with their vows at the Andaz Resort in Wailea. Following that they had their wedding ceremony and
reception at Gannon’s restaurant. This was a beautiful destination Maui wedding.
Congratulations Sean & Genevieve!
Thank you for having us be your wedding videographers!!!
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Here’s the couple’s touching 5 star review of us 🙂
I hired Jordan as our videographer for our Wailea Destination Wedding in November. After viewing numerous videos from videographers around the island, I knew that he was the best option by far. He has worked with many coordinators and has filmed at many venues around Maui, including my beautiful venue at Gannons with Sarah C. as my amazing coordinator. As I was planning my wedding, I was impressed by Jordan’s email response time and incredibly detailed information he provides. Booking well in advance is a must with this company. As my wedding date came closer he scheduled a phone meeting to review final details. On the wedding day, he was prompt and his team was on top of everything. They captured everything I requested; the accessories, bridal party gifts, first look, drone shots, all of the decorated tables and photo booth to mention a few. Jordan kindly worked with me to ensure my film was everything I had wanted. The quality and professionalism is definitely worth every penny. I love everything about the finished product! I would highly recommend Jordan and his company-you won’t be disappointed!
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Jan 2017Hawaii, Maui Wedding Film / White Orchid Beach House
Hawaii, Maui Wedding Film / White Orchid Beach House / Brittany & Mario
This was a beautiful wedding at one of my favorite locations on Maui, The White Orchid Beach House. This was a gorgeous destination wedding with their closest family and friends. The great weather, beautiful location, with family and friends made for the perfect wedding day! A big congratulations and all the best to Brittany & Mario.
Maui Wedding Cinematography: http://www.HIFOCUSED.com
Here’s the couple’s great 5 star review of us 🙂
Jordan and his team were absolutely amazing!! My wedding video they made was PERFECT!!! They captured everything I asked for and then some. The day of my wedding they were very punctual and worked very hard to make sure every shot was perfect. Jordan and I discussed the day before the wedding everything I wanted to capture and they did just that. After I received my video in the mail I realized that there were two specific clips that I wanted added into it. I asked Jordan if it was possible to still add them in and said “absolutely” without hesitation. He revised my video and I couldn’t be happier with it. It feels like I’m watching a movie! This is what I realized when reviewing company’s videos when I was choosing my videographer. When I watched other company’s wedding videos, I felt like I was watching a documentary. But watching Hi Focused videos, I felt like I was watching a movie. The videos are of the highest quality and just overall amazing! Jordan was very approachable and easy to talk to. Whenever I emailed him, he responded immediately. I have honestly watched my video at least every day since I received it! I would highly recommend HI Focused to anyone without hesitation! Again, I am so happy with everything!!