Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding Videography Partner in Naperville, IL
Blink Of An Eye Productions was founded in 2001 by Thomas Hartmann, a graduate of Columbia College with a degree in Cinematography and Editing. With over two decades of experience in wedding videography, we specialize in creating cinematic narratives that capture the essence of each couple's unique story. Our team combines technical expertise with artistic vision, utilizing advanced equipment like 3-axis gimbals and aerial drones to deliver high-quality, emotionally resonant films. Having documented weddings across the globefrom Sydney to Napa Valleywe pride ourselves on personalized service and meticulous attention to detail.Our post-production process includes custom DVD packaging with professionally designed graphics and direct-to-disc printing, ensuring a polished final product. Thomas's background in feature-length documentaries and corporate film projects further enhances our ability to craft visually stunning, narrative-driven wedding films that exceed client expectations.
Services
Wedding Videography
Drone Footage
Blu-ray Production
Custom DVD Packaging
Cinematic Editing
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of wedding cinematography expertise since 2001
- Our team uses professional 3-axis gimbals and aerial drones for dynamic shots
- Custom DVD packaging with direct-to-disc printing and personalized graphics
- Global experience filming weddings in diverse locations from Chicago to Cabo
- Personalized narrative editing that tells your unique love story
What people say
Cinematic quality
Personalized storytelling
Professional equipment
Global experience
Creative editing
Services
Wedding Videography
Our comprehensive wedding videography captures every moment with dual cinematographers, wireless audio systems, and multi-camera setups. We document pre-ceremony preparations, ceremonies, receptions, and special events using professional-grade equipment including 3-axis gimbals and aerial drones. Our team coordinates seamlessly with photographers to ensure unobtrusive coverage while maintaining cinematic quality throughout the 10-hour package.
Drone Footage
We incorporate aerial drone footage to capture sweeping venue vistas and unique perspectives of your wedding events. This service includes drone coverage of pre-ceremony locations, ceremony sites, and reception venues, providing dynamic establishing shots that enhance the narrative flow of your wedding film. Our FAA-certified operators use advanced stabilization technology for smooth, cinematic aerial sequences.
Cinematic Editing
Our editing process transforms raw footage into a cohesive narrative featuring two versions: a 20-minute short-form edit highlighting key moments and a full-length documentary-style edit exceeding one hour. We integrate client-selected music, interview segments, and creative transitions while maintaining natural storytelling flow. The final product includes professional color grading and audio mastering.
Custom DVD Packaging
We provide premium DVD packaging featuring custom-designed cases with printed graphics and personalized content. Our studio uses professional disc publishers to create durable, high-quality labels directly on discs. Clients receive printed photo paper inserts with wedding day narratives or personal stories, presented in double-disc cases that match the cinematic quality of the video content.
Wedding Trailer
This 3-minute trailer distills your wedding day into a shareable format perfect for social media. The trailer features key moments set to music, with cinematic transitions and professional color grading. Designed as a teaser for the full film, it maintains the same production quality standards as our longer edits while providing immediate post-wedding gratification for sharing with friends and family.
People
Thomas Hartmann
Owner & Creative Director
Columbia College graduate with 20+ years of wedding cinematography experience. Former documentary filmmaker and Notre Dame alumnus. Specializes in narrative-driven wedding films using advanced production techniques. Developed unique post-production workflows for cinematic editing and custom media packaging.
Questions
What's included in the Director's Cut Package?
The package includes 10-hour coverage with 2 cinematographers, aerial drone footage, wireless microphones, 3-axis gimbal shots, and both short-form and long-form edits.
Do you offer international wedding coverage?
Yes, we've filmed weddings in Sydney, Cabo San Lucas, Napa Valley, Oaxaca, and New York City, with experience navigating diverse venue requirements and cultural traditions.
How are the DVDs packaged?
Custom-designed double-disc cases with printed graphics, personalized narratives, and direct-to-disc printing using professional-grade equipment for a cinematic presentation.
Can we request specific music in our video?
Yes, we collaborate with couples to select music that reflects their personal style, incorporating chosen tracks into both short-form and long-form edits.
What equipment do you use?
We use professional HD cameras, 3-axis gimbals, aerial drones, and wireless audio systems. Our gear includes the Movi M4 stabilizer and FAA-certified drone equipment.
Do you offer additional filming hours?
Yes, we charge $150/hour for additional coverage beyond the contracted 10 hours, with no maximum limit on filming duration.