World-traveling
Dutch wedding filmmaker
wedding films for couples who want to feel their day, not preform it
often found in:
Italy & Curaçao
intimate weddings
dynamic • true-to-life • natural
Imagine: it’s your 10th wedding anniversary. You’re on the couch together,
glass of wine in hand. You press play.
The laughter. Your partner squeezing your hand during the ceremony.
Your dad trying to hold back tears. Your friends completely losing it on the dance floor.
The people who made it all so special. That’s the power of video.
Not just how it looked. But how it felt.
Photo’s capture a moment, video brings it back to life. The movement, the voices, the atmosphere, the emotions, and things you might have missed on the day itself.
A Wedding Film that feels like Your Day
If you’re planning a wedding where the focus is on connection, laughter, and being fully present, we’ll probably get along very well.
My films aren’t the cliché slow-motion video’s you’ve seen a thousand times before. They aren’t about staged poses or perfect choreographed moments.
They’re about the real stuff.
I capture weddings as they naturally unfold, turning those moments into a film that feels alive, personal and true to you.
Dynamic.
Fun.
Natural.
Something that brings you right back every time you press play.
Your extra friend on
your wedding day
On your wedding day, I’m not just the person with the camera. Think of me as your extra friend for the day. The one who helps keep things relaxed and calm when the nerves start to kick in, and notices the little moments unfolding around you.
I adapt easily to every vibe and group, instinctively knowing when to step forward, when to encourage you, and when to quietly blend into the background. Always present, but never intrusive.
That way, you can focus on what really matters: living the day with the people you love, instead of feeling like you’re performing for a camera.
Your wedding should feel like your story, not someone else’s template. No awkward posing. No big productions. Just a relaxed day where you get to be yourselves, while I quietly capture everything that makes it yours.
Tuscany, Italy
North Coast, Curaçao
Springfield Castle, Ireland
Ardennes, Belgium
What couples say
“We truly cannot say enough good things about Ellen. From the very beginning, she felt warm, thoughtful, and like someone who fit seamlessly into our four-day destination wedding. By the time she arrived, it felt as if we already knew her. Throughout the weekend, she blended effortlessly into our group and captured the quiet, meaningful in-between moments we didn’t even realize were happening. The film she created is more than a wedding video, it’s an experience. Ellen didn’t just document our wedding; she truly immersed herself in it, and we are so grateful for the way she told our story.”
– Keegan & Laura
Hi, I’m Ellen
Dutch destination wedding & elopement videographer, a natural at blending in, and the calm presence you’ll barely notice. Until you watch your film and realize I captured all the magic.
I never grew up dreaming of making wedding films, but after my first wedding in 2023, I was sold. Now, I split my time between the Caribbean and Europe, filming weddings full-time.
I’m drawn to couples who want to live their day, not perform it, who embrace the wind in their hair, who follow their own path, laugh too loud, and care more about how it feels than how it looks.
On the day itself, I blend in like an extra friend, move as if I’m part of your guests, and somehow end up on the dance floor, all so I can capture your genuine moments without standing out. I notice the details you’ll love remembering and sense when to quietly fade into the background.
Because let’s face it, you don’t want just anyone present on one of the most personal days of your life. You want someone who gets it. Someone who will make sure your day is preserved exactly as it felt, every laugh, every glance, every small, perfect chaos.
Why You’ll Want
a Wedding Film (Trust me)
Let’s be real: some memories deserve more than a single frame. The quiet pause between vows, the little smirk your partner gives when no one’s looking, the way your friends’ energy fills the room, the epic dance moves. Those are the moments that actually make the day yours. No still photo can do justice.
A wedding film doesn’t just show what happened. It brings back how it felt. The sounds, the movement, the small details that make your day feel alive again, even years later.
The goal? Capture the honest moments without interrupting the natural flow of your day.
And don’t worry about “performing” for the camera. I’m there to blend in, notice what matters, and capture it naturally. So you can actually live your day instead of thinking about the camera.
What I do
I film love stories around the world, whether you choose an intimate wedding surrounded by loved ones or an adventurous elopement, the most important thing is that your celebration reflects you.
Weddings
Personal, intimate weddings that feel 100% you.
Connection with your friends and family, with a beautiful setting to match, and a day that flows naturally.
Elopements
No big guest list, no stress.
Just the two of you celebrating your love in an epic location. It’s all about your story, your way, your adventure.
testimonials
“We’re so grateful we chose Ellen, for both the result and her warm, kind presence and natural connection with everyone around her.”
“On our wedding day, Ellen was a calming presence. She worked professionally and unobtrusively, yet managed to capture every important moment perfectly. It was as if she had a sixth sense for emotions, nothing escaped her attention.”
Jonas & Birthe
“We cannot recommend Ellen enough! From our first conversation, she was warm, easy to talk to, and immediately felt part of our wedding. She was professional yet at ease, blending seamlessly with our guests. It’s a lasting connection to our wedding.”
Keegan & Laura
“Every time we watch our videos, we notice new moments we had missed. Everything is captured beautifully. We’re so grateful we chose Ellen, for both the result and her warm, kind presence and natural connection with everyone around her.”
Jos & Laura
“Dear Ellen, you were fantastic! Thank you for your eye for detail and your calm presence. You were everywhere without ever standing out, and you knew exactly how to capture the right moments.”
Raymond & Kim
“OMG Ellen, how beautiful!!! We are so happy with this! We’re so lucky to have had you with us. We’re already talking about how we’ll still be watching this 50 years from now. A thousand thanks!”
Detmar & Lisa
destination wedding videography
There’s no right or wrong way to get married,
only the way that feels perfect for you as a couple.
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I’m here to help make things easy and fun. Every step of the way.
Planning a wedding can feel overwhelming.
But working with your videographer shouldn’t.
Maybe you’ve already got everything planned to a T, in that case I’ll seamlessly fit into your already-set plans. If not, I’ll gladly share my tips & tricks. My goal is to create a film that reflects your day: naturally, dynamically and true-to-life.
Every wedding is different, and I approach each one with flexibility, intuition and attention to detail. So that when the day arrives, you can simply be present and enjoy it.
If you feel like I might be the right fit to capture your story, let’s connect! I’d love to hear more about you and your vision.