WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER
FRANCE
CALLENES FILMS
FRENCH WEDDING FILMMAKER
AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE
"My obsession is to step out of the frame and shatter the conventions of traditional wedding videos, creating unique and captivating images."
Welcome to my Wild & Epic world!
Mathias Callènes - Alternative Wedding Videographer
I'M NOT JUST A
WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER
Allow me to present my manifesto, outlining my distinctive approach as a wedding videographer.
To introduce myself, I invite you to take a moment to watch my presentation film. It truly captures my essence, philosophy, and how I approach my profession as a wedding videographer. This film is the result of months of deep reflection and represents my profound desire for personal growth. I poured my heart and passion into every frame.
This is my approach as a wedding videographer.
In an era where videos have become mass-produced commodities, where instant and disposable images prevail, and the pursuit of popularity and likes takes center stage, it is my mission to swim against the current.
My work is not confined to fleeting trends. Instead, I aim to create timeless artistry that will be cherished for years to come. My films serve as a timeless legacy passed down through generations. As a privileged witness, I dive deep into the heart of customs and intimate moments. I immerse myself in a social event that holds tremendous significance in people's lives and within our society. Marriage stands as one of the pillars of the family unit and the bond between couples. It is a joyous and unifying occasion, symbolizing unity and cohesion. During this suspended moment, people come together, sharing and celebrating love through shared values. My mission is to capture, immerse myself in, translate, and immortalize these foundational moments…
My name is Mathias Callènes, and I am more than a wedding videographer.
I am a storyteller of our collective history, customs, traditions, and deepest affections.
CHECK OUT MY WEDDING FILMS
While all my wedding films bear the distinctive mark of "Wild & Epic," each creation is a unique masterpiece. It is a skillful fusion of your world and mine, an alchemical blend, a magical formula. I weave together our distinct perceptions of life and love. Through my lens, my sensitivity, and the inspiration you evoke within me, I narrate your story.
MY CAREER
“ I’M THE ACE OF SPADES “
I am a true child of the mid-80s! A few years ago, I exchanged the frenetic energy of the Mediterranean beaches for the enchanting serenity of the Auvergne mountains. With its untamed spirit, this adopted land has become a sanctuary of tranquility and an endless wellspring of inspiration for my wedding films. Here, I live happily alongside my wife Emilie and our two children, Lissandro and Olivia.
My career has taken a nontraditional path, filled with unexpected twists and turns. In my youth, I had the privilege of joining the Rugby Club Toulonnais training center, and I had the honor of playing a few matches in ProD2. Although it was a brief stint, it instilled in me the values that continue to guide me today: solidarity, personal growth, respect, integrity, and sharing. I hold dear the visceral memories of the roaring crowd, the collective emotions that permeated the air. The pursuit of capturing and conveying this profound thrill drives me when I create my wedding videos.
In 2014, I embarked on my journey as a wedding videographer, a field that allows me to fully express my creativity while remaining intimately connected to my greatest passion: cinema. As a self-taught artist, I find inspiration in music, cinema, art, nature, and the complexities of human beings. With an unyielding love for travel and the great outdoors, I have been fortunate to direct over a hundred wedding films across France and beyond. Today, I stand in awe of the incredible opportunity to practice this captivating profession, traveling the world to encounter extraordinary lovers and tell their unique stories. It is an honor to leave an indelible mark on their lives and those of their cherished ones.
Since 2018, my wedding films have garnered approximately twenty international awards. I have also been honored with consecutive nominations for the esteemed "Golden Lens," known as the "Oscars" of wedding videos held in Brazil, in the categories of "Wedding Videographer of the Year" and "Wedding Film of the Year." Finally, in 2021, I had the privilege of winning these prestigious accolades !
The rest will be written thanks to and with you...
WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER
“ WILD & EPIC “
Throughout the years, I have crafted, nurtured, and refined my own artistic identity as a wedding videographer. Drawing profound inspiration from the realm of cinema and the vastness of open landscapes, I have aptly named my distinctive style "Wild & Epic." My approach to filmmaking is inherently cinematic, characterized by warm hues and striking contrasts. I constantly seek out impactful compositions that imbue my images with a sense of power. Above all, I hold a deep affection for the grain and textures reminiscent of classic films shot on celluloid. Silhouettes and monochrome aesthetics also hold a special place in my heart.
In my creative process, I am undeniably captivated by light—the breathtaking spectacle it unveils and the myriad ways in which it can be captured and explored.
Perfectly intertwined with the essence of their time, your wedding films serve as poignant markers of an era while possessing the ability to transcend decades, leaving behind an enduring emotional legacy for generations to come. Throughout the creation process, I find immense pleasure in defying conventions, skillfully navigating through a range of emotions while staying true to the central theme. These films emanate sensuality, authenticity, love, and all that connects us as human beings. It is your unique enigma, your personal truth, that I strive to capture through the lens of your wedding. Lately, fueled by a profound contemplation of the symbolic role of a wedding videographer, I have infused a little extra soul into my creations. My greatest aspiration is to make your hearts resonate, to evoke profound emotions that linger long after the final frame. At the core of my work lies an unwavering fascination with the concept of time.
The fleeting nature that we ardently attempt to grasp, to hold onto at any cost...
WEDDING VIDEOS
CINEMATOGRAPHIC & INTENSE
I'm not just a wedding videographer. I strive to bring a fresh impetus and an artistic dimension to my images. It's a true commitment, a quest for capturing every moment. My montages are rhythmic, intense, and above all, deeply personalized. This is the cornerstone of my mission as a wedding videographer. Starting with the couple, their story, their wedding, and their unique perspective on the world, authenticity holds immense importance to me. Whether you're wild, passionate, romantic, modest, or encompass all of these qualities, I make it my duty to faithfully capture your wedding day, infusing it with my own touch of soul. On your big day, I'm there with you, immersed in the midst of the action, never intrusive. This approach enables me to capture your most beautiful emotions in the moment. You can fully embrace the experience, surrounded by your loved ones, without concern for how you appear on camera. I become a part of your inner circle, fully engaged and immersed. It is my utmost desire for your film to be filled with intimate, precious moments that evoke intense emotions every time you watch it.
DESTINATION WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER
I have journeyed across France for nearly a decade, capturing the essence of your wedding moments on film. However, fueled by my passion for travel and the beauty of the great outdoors, I have also ventured beyond the borders of France, accompanying couples throughout Europe and around the globe. At heart, I am an adventurer—a quality I often share with the couples I work with. So, wherever your love leads, I am ready to follow! The more exotic the destination, the greater the inspiration it brings! And just between us, my favorite places to film are the Moroccan desert, the Swiss mountains, the the great outdoors of the Nordic countries, the French overseas territories, such as Reunion and the West Indies.
I’m a WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHER with a "wandering heart,”!
TESTIMONIALS
I'm incredibly fortunate to work with the most amazing couples in the world !
Their satisfaction is my top priority, and it fills me with joy, emotion, and pride to hear their kind words...
Jessie & Cyrill
"A heartfelt THANK YOU to Mathias for capturing our wedding day.
Choosing a videographer was crucial for us, and we are thrilled that we chose you.
You are not only incredibly talented and professional, but also so down-to-earth... It felt like spending the weekend with a friend!
We were initially nervous about being filmed and feeling self-conscious... But you made us feel at ease, and I barely noticed your presence. When I saw you, it was like having a friend capturing our special moments!
Your dedication, guidance, and attentiveness have always been exceptional.
From the very beginning, I fell in love with your videos, and choosing you was the best decision we made - our video is simply perfect! Everyone, from the youngest to the oldest, agrees... We shed tears and shared countless moments of laughter. No one else could have created such a beautiful and accurate representation of our special day.
You captured every emotion, every intense moment.
Thank you for being a part of our wedding, making it timeless, and crafting such stunning videos.
A thousand heartfelt thanks to you, a truly remarkable videographer and, in our eyes, the very best!"
Charles & Myriam
"Mathias' work is pure talent, beautifully simple. That's how I'd sum up his work.
He is approachable, easy to work with, and exceptionally talented. In just a few hours, he gets to know a couple, understands their history, unique qualities, and expectations. And he has the remarkable ability to capture all of that in a few minutes. No matter who you are, he brings out the best in you and creates something uniquely yours, without you even realizing it. We didn't know him before our wedding, but he made us feel at ease while remaining discreet on the big day, and the result is simply amazing...Many thanks and immense respect for his dedication and big heart."
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