Behind The Scenes

Stories and insights from Milwaukee weddings — told through the lens of a filmmaker.

Filming an Engagement Session at the Milwaukee Public Library

The Milwaukee Public Library is one of the most popular spots in the city for engagement photos — but until this past week, I had never shot there myself. Natalie Rose (from Natalie Rose Collective) invited me to tag along to capture some video content for myself, for the couple, and for her socials. We worked together once over the summer (she was wonderful), and with my wedding season slowing down, I reached back out to see how we could collaborate again. This year, I’ve ha

Nov 163 min read

Wedding bride holding her bouquet, captured by Jamison Borden Films Wedding Videographer

Is a Wedding Videographer Worth It? Here's What to Consider.

Photos freeze a moment — video lets you relive it. From your vows to your parents’ speeches, a wedding film captures sound, movement, and emotion in a way nothing else can. Here’s why more Milwaukee couples are choosing to have their day filmed.

Weddings & Couples | JBF

Nov 93 min read

How My First Wedding Film Took Me to Mexico (and Changed My Life)

At 18 years old, I booked a flight to Mexico to film my very first wedding — with no audio gear, one camera, and a lot of hope. What started as a leap of faith turned into the moment I realized this was what I was meant to do.

Oct 264 min read

Lilly & Alejandro’s Wedding at Birch | Milwaukee Wedding Videographer

One of the most beautiful couples I’ve ever had the privilege to film — and hands down, the best wedding speeches I’ve ever heard. This July 2024 wedding was a major creative milestone for me, pushing me to raise the bar for my storytelling and cinematography. Lilly and Alejandro were referred to me through a friend, and quickly became one of my favorite couples I’ve ever worked with. The love they share for each other is incredibly strong (you can feel it in the vows in t

Weddings & Couples | JBF

Oct 173 min read

Discover The Wildwood Barn: A Hidden Gem Wedding Venue in Rural Waterloo, Wisconsin

Most of us probably remember late June of 2025 — some of the hottest, most humid days of Wisconsin’s summer. June 21st, in particular, was one for the books. That’s the day I filmed Erica and Jared’s wedding out in Waterloo, about 20 minutes east of Sun Prairie. Barn weddings have so much character. As someone who enjoys being out in nature just as much as shooting in the city, I love the greenery that Wisconsin barn venues are known for. The Wildwood Barn sits beneath some

Favorite Wedding Venues | JBF

Oct 142 min read