Timeless films, made to be kept.
Cinematic wedding films for couples who want to remember how it truly felt, crafted in Door County and wherever your story takes you.
The Approach
Not staged. Noticed.
The moments that matter most rarely announce themselves. A glance across the aisle. A laugh between old friends. The hush before the first kiss. I film with a calm, unobtrusive presence so you can stay fully in your day, and your film can hold onto every bit of it.
THE WORK
Featured Films
DOOR COUNTY, WI
Jacqueline & Casey
A summer lakeside wedding on the shores of Egg Harbor. Planned by Carrie Baldwin of Door County Event Planners and photographed by Erin Fox Photo.
HORSESHOE BAY, DOOR COUNTY
Kate & Meg
A fall lakeside wedding at Horseshoe Bay. Planned by Carrie Baldwin of Door County Event Planners and photographed by The McCartneys.
MAXWELTON BRAES, BAILEYS HARBOR
Conner & Natalie
A summer wedding on the grounds of Maxwelton Braes Lodge. Planned by Morgan of Pearl Events & Design and photographed by Lindsey Cole Photography.
THE FILMMAKER
Meet John
For more than nine years and over 100 celebrations, I've made films that couples return to for a lifetime. Door County has been part of my story since childhood, and now I get to tell other love stories along its shorelines. Every film is made with care, intention, and the belief that your day deserves to be remembered exactly as it was.
KIND WORDS
"John at Valley Films captured our wedding day so beautifully. It is such a special way to remember our day. We cherish the video and we have gotten a million compliments on it."
— JACQUELINE S., DOOR COUNTY WEDDING
Some days are meant to be felt again.
Your story, kept for generations.
Films start at $5,000.
Now booking [2027] weddings in Door County, across Wisconsin, and beyond.