Book with us by 12/31/25 (for weddings through the end of 2025 and beyond) and receive 10% off your customized videography package. Call, text, email, or send us a message through our website to learn more.

10% Off Wedding Videography Services

Our style is documentary at heart.

We capture the day as it naturally unfolds, without staging or interruption.

Then we carefully edit those real moments into films that are crafted, personal, and timeless.

No templates. No scripts. Just your story, told honestly and beautifully.

Maurice & Carrie Barnes, Owners, Firefly Productions

Why Videography?

We get it. You already have a photographer. They’ll capture gorgeous portraits & your key moments. Do you really need more people behind a lens? Is it worth the extra cost for what seems like the same shots?

Our answer is yes.

Photography is essential, but videography gives you something photos can’t: Movement and sound.

When we got married, we didn’t prioritize video. While our photos were beautiful, we soon realized what we had missed. We lost people very close to us, much sooner than we had expected. We realized that even though we loved that photo of them giving a speech, we wished we could hear their voice again & remember what they said. We looked at the photo of them giving us a huge hug, and we wished we could see it in motion & hear their loving words. We realized that as much as we cherished our photos, it wasn’t a substitute for the professional video we had decided not to get.

That’s why we do what we do. We don’t want other couples to miss out the way we did.

We aren’t there to duplicate your photographer. Their focus will be on your photo shoot & portraits, as well as getting stunning shots of your key moments. Our focus is on the life happening around those moments. The movement before, in-between, and after the shot, and the audio gold that is often captured that you will likely forget or not even hear. We stay in the background, working quietly with minimal gear, capturing the vows, the laughter, the whispered “you look so beautiful,” the parents trying to secretly wipe their tears away, and all the moments you don’t see — or can’t quite remember — from a day that flies by faster than you can imagine.

We understand that budgets can be tight, and that’s why we try to be reasonable with our pricing & flexible with our options. We invite you to take a look at our work, read what former couples (and their parents) have said about us, and if you feel we might be a good fit for what you’re looking for, we’d love to hear from you.

Since 2014, we’ve filmed nearly 400 weddings — from rustic barns to elegant ballrooms, historic estates to backyard celebrations. Our work has taken us all across Kentucky, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Michigan, and West Virginia; wherever your day takes place, we’ll be there capture every moment as it happens.

Our Wedding Videos

Wedding Full Feature Videos:

Wedding Videography Services

Our pricing starts at $1,400 for a minimum of five (5) hours, and includes highlight and full feature videos, uploaded for digital download. Each additional hour is $250.

NEW! Ceremony-Only Videography

Have a tight budget but really want your ceremony captured? We can definitely do that. Pricing starts at $475* & includes a fully edited full feature video & digital download.*

NEW! Reception-Only Videography

Did you already tie the knot & want the celebration captured? Or are you on a budget & really want a video of just your reception? We can definitely do that. Pricing starts at $475* & includes a fully edited full feature video & digital download.

*Pricing based on length of ceremony or reception. Subject to black-out dates.
There will be an upcharge if the venue is more than 90 miles from Union, KY.

Add-Ons

Custom-designed DVD/Blu-Ray with case & artwork, which includes the highlight, full feature, & any extras you have purchased

Price: $35/each

Video guestbook (here are some samples). This often happens after all of the key reception events, & includes any extra time we stay to complete it.

Price: $250

Drone coverage. Availability may be limited due to air restrictions or bad weather.

Price: $400

10% Off Wedding Videography Services

As a little gift to newly engaged couples, book with us by 12/31/25 (for weddings through the end of 2025 and beyond) and receive 10% off your customized videography package. Call, text, email, or send us a message to learn more.

Terms: A signed agreement and non-refundable $300 deposit must be received by 12/31/25 to qualify for the discount. The 10% discount applies to the total package price and will be deducted from your final payment (not from the deposit). Offer valid for all new bookings made between 10/15/25 and 12/31/25, for weddings taking place through 12/31/27.

We’re Maurice & Carrie, a husband & wife team who met while working at a movie theater in the suburbs of Chicago when we were just 19. We stayed best friends across states as we followed different paths, ultimately finding ourselves living in Cincinnati, Ohio, reunited (and eventually married in November 2020).

Firefly Productions grew out of a passion to do something that was positive & meaningful, and we named it after the fireflies we loved chasing & capturing as children on those hot, summer Illinois nights. Since 2014, we’ve captured almost 400 weddings across the Midwest.

We’d love to get to know you, but it’s probably fair we share a few things about ourselves so you can get to know us, too:

  • We love road trips, whether it’s for a day or a couple of weeks. We enjoy the small towns & we’re obsessed with all things history. We also avoid Interstates; we’re all about the back roads.

  • We admit, we’re not coffee people. Maurice is naturally high-energy; Carrie needs her Accelerator energy drink.

  • In our spare time/late night hours, we’re usually working on our side projects. Maurice is creating an animated series & Carrie is creating history videos for YouTube.

Our Story

A smiling woman with reddish brown hair and a black man with glasses taking a selfie together on an indoor balcony at the West Baden Springs Hotel in French Lick, Indiana.

What Our Clients Say

It was so great working with Firefly Productions. They were professional, kind, & we are so happy with the final product. Maurice did a great job capturing the moment and essence of our wedding day.

- Grace S. (Bride, 2025)

Maurice was absolutely amazing. He was so polite and accommodating. We hardly had to give any direction and he was there to capture every detail. We received a video guestbook as well as a video recap of the entire day. His prices are also very reasonable for the quality of work performed. I would highly recommend his services for any event, especially a wedding you have.

- Victor V. (Groom, 2024)

What I like about Maurice & Carrie is you barely notice that they are there. They try hard to not interfere with what is happening during the wedding but somehow capture every moment beautifully.

- Maryann P. (Mother of the Groom, 2016 & 2021)

Maurice and Carrie are a great team to hire! They were able to capture moments that pictures just don’t do justice. If your in the fence on whether you need a videographer or not- HIRE THEM ANYWAYS! Our wedding pictures did not come out at all from our photographer we hired- so our video is all we have of our wedding day and we honestly couldn’t be happier. They seriously do amazing work!

- Maya S. (Bride, 2021)

Our daughter hired Firefly Productions for her Sept 2024 wedding, & it was a terrific experience. Maurice & Carrie are super easy to work with & very professional. They captured precious moments we wouldn't have thought of, and through expert editing, seamlessly weaved each of these moments into a beautiful story.
I also highly recommend adding the pre-wedding day interviews. We will cherish these memories of family and friends sharing cute & funny stories about the couple in their own words & unique perspectives. I learned a lot! Hire this vendor for your wedding videography! You will be glad you did.

- Donna B. (Mother of the Groom, 2024)

I would highly recommend getting a videographer and using Firefly Productions! A videographer wasn’t in our original budget but I am so thankful we got one. We chose the package for getting only the ceremony and I wish we would have paid for full coverage! They did a wonderful job of capturing our day. It was especially sentimental for me as the bride to see all the moments I wasn’t able to see in person while I was hidden before the ceremony. The audio and visuals were phenomenal. I would highly recommend!

- Marina L. (Bride, 2024)

Maurice sure does know his angles. From walking down the aisle to dancing in the after party, this team captured every moment. Devoted to getting the perfect shot, sprinting if they have to, they made sure to capture it. Now that’s dedication! If you want personable, this team is it. From planning on video calls to the big wedding day, they executed to perfection! Thank you Maurice and the team for all you did for my wife and I!

- Bryce H. (Groom, 2025)

We love that our video gave us a front row seat to our wedding.

- John B. (Groom, 2015)

Ok the first thing I thought of when I got on The Knot to review the incredible job Firefly Productions Inc did on capturing Annie and Wesley's wedding day was 5 stars is not nearly enough to rate their work. We just watched the 7 minute summary of the day. We had an expectation of what it would be like. Maurice and Carrie soared past them!!! The video encapsulated every precious moment, every scene from church and every highlight of the reception so beyond what we hoped for. There are so many moments that even though you are there, you don't get a chance to appreciate them. Firefly has given us a gift of being able to relive that day for the rest of our lives and appreciate every little detail. The video put to music & the spoken words of those during the ceremony and reception are absolutely PERFECT. I thought the emotions of that day would disappear with the stoke of midnight like Cinderella. But the emotions of that day come to the forefront every time we get to watch the spectacular artistry of Maurice & Carrie. The reason we hired a videographer was because so much happens that day that our daughter Annie wouldn't get to see. We couldn't be happier that she gets to see and feel what happened on that day as if she was there. I know this sounds weird, but there's so much going on that day that you don't get to enjoy like you dreamed you would. The videos by Firefly allow us to enjoy it even more than we did living it. We get to now relive it & the only emotion is pure joy, not worrying about everything going right. We had musicians, flowers, DJ's, limos, hair and makeup which were all wonderful. I think hiring Firefly Productions was the best thing we ever did.

- Mark W. (Father of the Bride, 2023)

Let’s Work Together

We’re ready when you are to start the conversation. And if you’re not sure what to ask, we’ll help with that, too.

Firefly Productions, LLC

PO Box 1216

Union, KY 41091

859.955.0760 (call or text)

captureyourfire@gmail.com

Based in Northern Kentucky, but we also capture weddings in Cincinnati / Dayton / Southern Indiana / Louisville / Frankfort / Maysville / Lexington / Berea, and everywhere in between.

We serve most of Kentucky, Ohio & Indiana, along with parts of Illinois & West Virginia.

Beyond the Tri-State (KY/OH/IN)
We love to travel, so if you’re in one of our often-visited areas, we’d love to capture your day!

Our wish-list destinations include:

  • Gatlinburg, Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains (TN/western NC)

  • St. Louis, Missouri

  • Washington D.C.

  • Richmond, Virginia

In the fall/winter, we are often drawn south - places like Baton Rouge (Louisiana), and Biloxi, Natchez, and Vicksburg, Mississippi.

With our trusty Corolla - that we affectionately called Blu - we keep travel costs to a minimum. Great stories happen everywhere, and we’d love to help capture yours if you’re having your wedding in one of these regions.

Frequently Asked Questions

We know choosing a wedding videographer comes with a lot of questions. And we’re happy to answer every single one.

Do you charge extra for multiple locations the day of the wedding (e.g. different prep, ceremony and/or reception venues)?

In short, no. We understand most wedding days include multiple locations. We don’t limit how many places we’ll film, but travel time between them does count toward the total hours you book us for.

Do you film at churches?

Yes, absolutely! We know many churches have specific guidelines about where cameras can be placed, and we’re always happy to follow their rules. We’ll ask for a contact at the church so we can coordinate ahead of time about camera setup, audio access, and other details so everything goes smoothly on your big day.

We don’t know how many hours we’ll need, can we still book the date?

Absolutely! To lock in your wedding date, all we need is a signed agreement and a $300 non-refundable deposit. You don’t have to know your exact hours yet — you can finalize that up to two weeks before your wedding, when the remaining balance is due.

What’s the best way to decide how many hours of coverage we need?

We know figuring out coverage can feel overwhelming. That’s where we come in! We’ll walk through your timeline and wish list with you, then help you choose the perfect amount of coverage so you get everything you want - without paying for time you don’t need.

Do you charge for travel?

We’re based in the Northern Kentucky / Cincinnati region. Weddings within a three-hour drive have no travel fee. For events beyond that, there may be a small charge to cover mileage and travel time. We’re road warriors at heart and happy to go anywhere within the continental U.S.

Do you also provide photography?

No - and that’s by design. Photography and videography require different approaches, and we want to give our full attention to capturing your day on video. We have some great photographers we can recommend if you’re still looking for one!

Please know that we go out of our way to work well with photographers on your wedding day. We don’t see them as competition — we see them as teammates who share the same goal: making sure your day is captured beautifully. If your photographer has any concerns about working alongside a videographer, we’re always happy to connect with them in advance to make sure everyone’s on the same page. That way, you’ll get the very best results from both of us.

How many videographers will be on-site for our wedding day?

Maurice will always be your lead videographer. Depending on your timeline and locations, Carrie may join as a second shooter to capture prep, decor, and extra details. We also set up multiple 4K cameras for different angles, but we’re careful to stay unobtrusive. Our goal is to capture your day naturally, not become part of it.

Will you be the ones editing our films, or do you use an outside editor?

Every edit you see, from the highlight to the full feature, is done by us personally. We believe the best edits come from the people who were actually there, hearing the laughter, feeling the energy, and knowing what moments truly mattered. We don’t use templates or outsource editing. Each film is hand-crafted to reflect your day, just as it happened.

What will be included in our highlight video?

Your highlight video is a 5–10 minute film that tells the story of your day in a beautifully condensed way. It will include a mix of visuals and audio — vows, speeches, cheering, clapping — set to a song that fits your day perfectly. We save plenty of special moments for your full feature film, so you’ll have both short and complete versions to enjoy.

What will be included in our full feature video?

Your full feature video includes your complete ceremony (from processional to recessional) and all key reception events such as introductions, speeches, cake-cutting, and first dances. You’ll also see extended highlight sections from prep, first look, cocktail hour, and open dancing. The average length is about 90 minutes, though it varies depending on your day (especially your ceremony). Everything is shown in chronological order — complete, but still watchable.

How do you select music for our videos?

We choose music that fits your day — emotionally, lyrically, and energetically. While some songs can’t be used due to copyright, we carefully select ones that reflect your “musical footprint” — the style and feeling of your wedding day. The right song ties every moment together, helping you feel your day all over again. Many couples tell us the song we chose becomes their new “our song.”

Is there a deposit fee?

To secure your date, a non-refundable deposit of $300 (applied toward your total balance) is due along with a signed agreement. The remaining balance is due two weeks (14 days) before your wedding day. You’re welcome to make additional payments toward the balance at any time before it’s due.

What if I need to cancel or reschedule?

If you need to reschedule, we’ll do our best to accommodate your new date at no extra charge. If we’re unavailable for the new date, we’ll refund any payments you’ve made minus the $300 non-refundable deposit within 7–10 business days. If you need to cancel completely, it’s the same refund policy.

Why is the deposit non-refundable?

A non-refundable deposit is standard in the wedding industry. Once we reserve your date, we turn away other couples who inquire about that same day. If you cancel or reschedule for a date we can’t take, we lose the opportunity to book another event. The deposit helps cover that loss and ensures we can keep our pricing fair for all couples.

Do you have a contract or agreement?

Yes. To secure your date, we ask for a signed agreement and deposit. This confirms that your day is fully yours; we only film one wedding per day, so if you need us earlier or later than planned, it’s never an issue.

Do you use all of the audio you capture during the day?

We’re always recording, since we never know when something meaningful will be said. But don’t worry, we’ll only use audio that adds to your story. You’ll hear heartfelt moments from your vows, prep, and speeches, not random or off-topic chatter.

What cameras do you use? Do you shoot in high-definition or 4K?

We primarily use two Sony FDR-AX700 cameras, along with extra cameras depending on the venue or space (GoPro 12, Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, and iPhone 17 Pro). We film everything in 4K for maximum quality. We don’t set up additional lighting, since we never want to interfere with your photographer’s setup or the natural lighting you’ve chosen for your day.

How do you capture audio? Will you put microphones on the couple?

We capture audio in several ways to make sure your vows, speeches, and special moments sound clear. We use small shotgun microphones attached to our Sony cameras during prep, first looks, ceremonies, and receptions. We also use a Zoom H5 audio recorder, usually connected to the DJ’s or venue’s sound system. We also utilize a discreet Bluetooth lapel microphone for the ceremony (that can also clip to a collar, pocket, suspenders, etc.). Our microphones are for recording only and are not used to project sound through speakers during your event.

Will you provide all the raw footage you captured?

We totally understand why couples ask this. There’s a lot of advice online saying you should get your raw footage. In some cases, that makes sense. Many videographers only deliver a short highlight film, which means a lot of great moments never make the final cut.

That’s not how we work. Our full-feature videos are complete, story-driven films that include everything worth watching: Your full ceremony, key reception events, and all the good stuff in between. You’re not missing out on any meaningful footage.

Raw files themselves aren’t really “watchable.” They come from multiple cameras and audio recorders, out of sync and unedited. There’s no color correction, no sound mixing, just hours of disconnected clips that would take professional software (and a lot of patience) to view properly.

We’d rather give you something you can actually enjoy for years to come: polished, complete videos that tell the whole story of your day, beautifully edited and easy to relive.

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