HELLO

I’M JESS

Honey Fox Films creates heriloom films, designed to transcend time and take you back to the people you love. With a heart that beats for nostalgia and a commitment to creating magical experiences, my filmmaking style is both artistic and intentional.

I specialize in capturing those intimate moments that make your wedding day uniquely yours, blending into the background to capture every detail from the first look to the last dance, weaving them into the beautiful tapestry of your love story.

FAQs

Choosing a wedding filmmaker is both an artistic and practical decision. Below are thoughtful answers to some of the questions I’m most often asked. If you’re wondering something not listed here, I always welcome a conversation.

  • Honey Fox Films is defined by a discreet, observant, and emotionally attuned approach to wedding filmmaking. Rather than staging or directing moments heavily, I work intuitively to capture events as they naturally unfold.

  • Wedding videography pricing in 2026 varies widely depending on experience, location, coverage hours, and artistic approach. For established filmmakers serving markets like New York City and Washington, D.C., full-day wedding film collections commonly range from approximately $10,000+

    My pricing reflects nearly a decade of experience and a discreet, documentary-driven approach.

    Beyond coverage, you are investing in preservation — a carefully constructed heirloom that will outlast trends and live far beyond the wedding day itself.

    For detailed collection information, I invite you to inquire directly.

  • The ideal amount of coverage depends entirely on the shape of your celebration.

    Some couples host intimate, abbreviated gatherings. Others plan full wedding weekends with welcome parties, rehearsal dinners, and farewell brunches. Because of this, I offer thoughtfully designed collections ranging from partial wedding day coverage to full-day and full-weekend experiences.

    As a general guideline, 10 hours of coverage is often ideal for a traditional wedding day covering everything from the getting ready through the party.

    However, no two weddings are identical. I am always happy to tailor a custom collection based on your priorities and timeline. The goal is never to oversell coverage, but to ensure your story is documented fully and without rush.

  • Yes, absolutely.
    Honey Fox Films regularly documents intimate weddings, elopements, and smaller celebrations with the same level of care and intention as full-scale wedding weekends. In many ways, these gatherings lend themselves beautifully to a documentary approach because they naturally allow space for genuine connection, quiet emotion, and deeply personal storytelling.

  • Yes, being based in the Washington D.C. and NYC area, I regularly travel for weddings across the East Coast and destination weddings worldwide.

  • Absolutely! I highly value planner relationships.

    Wedding planners bring structure, creativity, and calm to a day that holds many moving parts. Their work allows couples to be present, and it allows vendors to do their best work with clarity and collaboration.

    I deeply respect the role planners play in prioritizing seamless design and coordination. From timeline alignment to aesthetic cohesion, I approach planner relationships as partnerships rooted in communication and shared intention.

    If you are seeking planner recommendations, I am always happy to share trusted professionals I admire. I also look forward to continuing to build relationships with planners who care about thoughtful, elevated celebrations.

    If you have not hired a planner for your wedding event, please consider doing so, now matter how small the event! Working alongside a strong planning team consistently results in a smoother experience and a more refined final film.

  • Every wedding is approached individually, based on the scope, timeline, and overall vision for the celebration. While I often film personally as the lead filmmaker, I frequently bring a trusted second videographer or assistant for part of the day to ensure moments are documented thoroughly and with care, particularly during larger events or multi-location timelines.

    Even with additional support, the approach remains intentionally discreet. My priority is to preserve the natural atmosphere of the wedding, not transform it into a production set. Coverage is structured to feel calm. My goal is to become seamlessly integrated into the flow of the day, allowing you and your guests to remain fully present while every meaningful moment is thoughtfully captured.

  • In short, yes. Especially if you value atmosphere and emotional texture.

    Super 8 film offers something digital cannot replicate: softness, grain, movement, and a certain unpredictability that feels deeply nostalgic. It shifts the focus away from perfection and toward essence.

    Because Super 8 does not capture sound and operates within a limited exposure range, it encourages intentionality. It enhances both the aesthetic and the experience, offering a layered result when woven alongside digital cinematography.

    For this reason, all Honey Fox Films collections include Super 8.

  • Yes! Every collection includes a ceremony and speech edit, along with unedited camcorder and Super 8 footage. Should you wish to have the remainder of your digital footage, it is available as an additional offering for purchase and is delivered digitally.

  • Once you’re ready to book, I’ll send a link to your contract and a 30% retainer invoice. Once received, your date is formally reserved.

    I also offer video call consultations to get to know you, understand your vision, and address any questions you may have, either before or after booking.

  • Yes! I’m happy to create a proposal tailored specifically to your day, timeline, and priorities.

  • Absolutely! You can upgrade your collection at any time 30 days in advance of the wedding, and I’ll work with you to ensure the enhancements fit your vision.

  • Most couples trust me to choose music that complements their taste and the energy of the day. I follow music licensing laws strictly. If you have songs you’d like me to consider, I’m happy to collaborate.

  • Wedding films are delivered within 26 weeks, allowing for meticulous editing and color work to capture your story beautifully.

  • Yes.
    Honey Fox Films is fully insured and able to provide certificates of insurance upon request. This ensures a seamless experience when working with venues, planners, and production teams, particularly at venues that require vendor documentation in advance.

Let’s create something meaningful together.

Every wedding is a convergence of stories — families, histories, and futures meeting in a single day.

If you are drawn to a discreet, emotionally resonant approach and value the preservation of memory as an heirloom, I would be honored to learn more about your plans.

Inquire to receive detailed collection information and begin the conversation.