There's something beautifully intentional about an elopement. It is a choice to focus on what truly matters, each other, without the noise of a big production. Your elopement deserves to be documented with the same artistry and care as any other celebration.
Velvet Letters Cinema Co. specializes in Super 8mm elopement videography that captures the intimacy, adventure, and emotion of your day. Whether you are exchanging vows in a courthouse, hiking through the Great Smoky Mountains, or escaping to a romantic destination, I document your elopement with the nostalgic beauty of real film. As an elopement filmmaker who works exclusively on 8mm film, my goal is to create films that feel like treasured memories.
Super 8 Elopement Films
Based in Wilmington, North Carolina. Capturing love stories across North Carolina, South Carolina, & romantic destinations beyond.
Super 8mm
Elopement Videography Services
- You have chosen to prioritize intimacy over a large celebration
- You value genuine connection and real emotion
- You dream of an elopement film that feels warm, nostalgic, and deeply personal
- You want to be fully present while someone quietly documents every meaningful moment
- You're looking for a super 8 elopement videographer who understands intimate celebrations
This is for you if…..
The Elopement Experience
$4,200-$4,600
Couples typically invest
- All Travel Accommodations
- 3+ hours coverage (Full-day Flexibility)
- Full Super 8mm Elopement Film
- Super 8mm Highlight Film
- Curated Stillframe photos from the film
- Selection of Super 8 clips
- Film Assistant
- Polaroid keepsakes
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Sometimes your elopement calls for something beyond state lines; a mountaintop in Colorado, a vineyard in California, or a coastal cliff in Oregon. For couples choosing to elope at a domestic destination, my collection includes travel and 3+ hours of flexible coverage. These days are about adventure and intimacy, and I'm there to capture every moment on Super 8 film. From sunrise ceremonies to sunset celebrations, I document your elopement with the same warmth and intention I bring to every love story, wherever your romance takes you.
Destination Elopements
$3,600-$4,000
Couples typically invest
- All Travel Accommodations
- 3+ hours coverage (Full-day Flexibility)
- Full Super 8mm Elopement Film
- Super 8mm Highlight Film
- Curated Stillframe photos from the film
- Selection of Super 8 clips
- Film Assistant
- Polaroid keepsakes
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North Carolina elopements are an adventure waiting to begin: misty mountain peaks in the Smokies, windswept dunes on the Outer Banks, and waterfalls that feel like they belong in a dream. For couples choosing to elope anywhere in the state, I travel to you with 3+ hours of flexible coverage. Whether it’s sunrise vows on a Blue Ridge overlook, an intimate ceremony at a historic B&B in the Piedmont, or a barefoot beach wedding on the Crystal Coast, if you can dream it, I'm there to capture it on Super 8mm. - real film, real emotions, real memories.
North Carolina Elopements
$3,000-$3,400
Couples typically invest
- All Travel Accommodations
- 3+ hours coverage (Full-day Flexibility)
- Full Super 8mm Elopement Film
- Super 8mm Highlight Film
- Curated Stillframe photos from the film
- Selection of Super 8 clips
- Film Assistant
- Polaroid keepsakes
Includes:
For couples eloping in Wilmington, you’ve come to the right place. As a super 8 elopement videographer based here, I understand the unique magic of this coastal region. I know the quiet beach coves, the secret garden courtyards, the rooftop views to sneak away to. These elopements begin at 3 hours of coverage, but come with full-day flexibility. Just you, your partner, and the love that brought you here, all on Super 8 film.
Wilmington Elopements
$1,200 - $2,200
Couples typically invest
- All Travel Accommodations (if necessary)
- 2 hour minimum coverage
- Full Super 8mm Elopement Film
- Curated Stillframe photos from the film
- Selection of Super 8 clips
- Polaroid keepsakes
Includes:
For a more intimate declaration of love, courthouse elopements are beautifully intentional. I offer 2 hours of minimum coverage with full-day flexibility dedicated to your story. Whether you're exchanging vows in a historic courthouse in Wilmington, Raleigh, or anywhere across North Carolina, I capture the quiet moments, the nervous laughter, and the joy of your commitment with the nostalgia of Super 8mm elopement videography.
North Carolina Courthouse Elopements
Elopements are a conscious choice to celebrate your union in a truly meaningful way. My pricing reflects the same care and attention to detail that I bring to every wedding. Each collection includes full coverage with flexible hours, your finished Super 8 film, and a selection of stills and keepsakes. Collections begin at $3,000, and from there we’ll tailor each proposal to a custom package of your liking.
Super 8 Elopement Film Investment
& then you enjoy your film forever!
Your Super 8 elopement film is delivered through a digital gallery for easy viewing and sharing. You'll also receive a physical flash drive shipped directly to your home, a tangible keepsake you can hold onto forever. This includes your full Super 8 elopement film, highlight trailer, Super 8 clips, Stillframes, & Polaroids.
07. Delivery
Your film is shipped to the lab with priority shipping and AirTag tracking, in which the lab will develop and scan your Super 8 film within a 5 week period. During this time, we'll collaborate on music selection for your Super 8 elopement film. Upon delivery from the lab, I get to work crafting your final film, with a total turnaround time of approximately 10 weeks.
06. Post-Production
I arrive with my film assistant and document your elopement with a calm, unobtrusive presence, capturing the entirety of your day from getting ready to your last dance as newlyweds.
05. Your Day
Before your elopement, we'll connect through as many planning calls you need. Six weeks before your celebration, you’ll receive a detailed elopement questionnaire. At least one week away, we'll have a final call to go over everything and solidify your timeline for your 8mm elopement film.
04. Planning
Once you're ready to move forward, I'll send an email with your contract and invoice. Sign the contract and pay your 40% retainer to secure your elopement date. The remaining 60% is due one month before your elopement. Additional payments in between can be arranged.
03. Booking
We'll schedule a virtual coffee chat to get to know each other, discuss your vision, and walk through our services.
02. Connection
Begin by filling out our contact form. Tell us about your elopement date, venue, and vision. I'll respond within 24-48 hours to schedule a conversation about your Super 8 wedding videography needs.
01. Inquiry
From Inquiry to Delivery
The Super 8mm Elopement Videography Process
Chloe & Matthew
“Kiley and her team are the BEST! We loved our wedding video so much. Her and her assistant, River, were kind, responsive, thoughtful and thorough. The Polaroid's from our wedding day are some of my most prized possessions. We absolutely loved working with Velvet Letters Cinema Co., and if life ever presents us with another opportunity to book with Kiley, we will do so!”
Brooke & Anthony
"Kiley was an absolute dream to work with. She communicated early and often in extreme detail and kept us informed and feeling supported every step of the way. She showed up early (but not too early!) is incredibly kind and professional and even brought a calming presence to the wedding party as we were getting ready for the big day. And most importantly her work is top tier! Editing that makes sense, amazing song selection, and captured moments that we didn’t even see as the bride and groom. I will be recommending Velvet Letters to everyone”
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I'm Kiley Rizzo, a super 8 elopement videographer based in Wilmington, North Carolina. I specialize in documentary-style elopement films that feel warm, nostalgic, and deeply personal. My approach is grounded in the belief that the best elopement films come from couples who feel safe enough to be themselves. Every love story is unique, and yours deserves to be told with intention through analog film.
