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KIND WORDS

“The class is a shortcut. It is a way to access Philip’s years of experience without having to go through years of trial and error to gather the know how. The class gives you the tools immediately to improve your processes dramatically.”

FABRICE TRANZER

“We would highly recommend the Masterclass to everybody working in the wedding industry. Philip is both a great photographer as well as a great videographer. However, beyond that, he is also a fantastic teacher.”

KARO & JENS

“There is a misconception of how video should be approached and to follow certain rules. This masterclass proves those rules wrong. You’ll find that the learning curve is simple and the teaching is straight to the point without any fluff.”

ALEX RICHARDSON

// THIS HAS BEEN A LIFE-CHANGING/CAREER DEFINING MOMENT FOR ME IN TAKING THIS JOURNEY THROUGH YOUR MASTERCLASS. GETTING AN INSIDE LOOK AT YOUR APPROACH ALONG WITH GOLDEN INSIGHTS INTO EVERY FACET OF WEDDING FILMMAKING HAS SIMPLY RESULTED IN A PRICELESS EXPERIENCE FOR ME.

YOU JUST GAVE ME THE LICENSE TO DIVE DEEP INTO THE PURSUIT OF CREATING AND DELIVERING FILMS THAT I TRULY LOVE AND FEEL MOVED BY, RATHER THAN TRYING TO BE LIKE EVERYONE ELSE. THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL OF THE TIME AND WORK THAT YOU’VE PUT INTO THIS AND EVERYTHING THAT YOU’VE SHARED HERE…. IT HAS ALL RESULTED IN AN ABSOLUTE TREASURE FOR ANYONE LOOKING TO EMBRACE AND PURSUIT THE CREATIVE.

RYAN REPASH

// THE VIDEO MASTERCLASS GAVE ME INVALUABLE TOOLS TO ADD TO MY VIDEOGRAPHY COMPANY. I FELT INCREDIBLY EMPOWERED BY THE SIMPLICITY OF PHILIP’S APPROACH, AND REALIZING THAT I HAVE ALREADY IMPLEMENTED SOME OF THE THINGS THAT HE HAD MENTIONED. THE CONCEPTS PRESENTED ABOUT BLOGGING TIPS, PRICE PDFS, AND SIMPLIFYING YOUR WORK WERE SO HELPFUL! I AM SO EXCITED TO BUILD SOMETHING THAT IS SUSTAINABLE, AND UNIQUE TO THE INDUSTRY! I WOULD 10/10 RECOMMEND THE COURSE IF ANYONE IS INTERESTED!

CHLOE VILLANUEVA

STUDENT FEEDBACK FROM SETH / LOS ANGELES

// THIS WAS ONE OF THE BEST INVESTMENTS I MADE (IF NOT THE BEST) IN MY CAREER. THERE WERE SO MANY THINGS I TOOK AWAY AND STARTED IMPLEMENTING, AND MY FILMS HAVE DRAMATICALLY IMPROVED. NOT ONLY THAT, MY WORKFLOW IS MUCH FASTER AND I’M MORE CONFIDENT IN MY ABILITIES AS A FILMMAKER. ONE OF THE BIGGEST TAKEAWAYS FOR ME WAS THE ETHOS YOU DISCUSSED. I THINK IT’S IMPORTANT FOR EVERYONE TO HAVE AN ETHOS THAT THEY CAN FOLLOW, OTHERWISE YOU’RE CONFUSED AND NOT CONFIDENT IN YOUR STYLE.

OVERALL, THIS COURSE HAS MADE ME A BETTER FILMMAKER. I WOULD RECOMMEND THIS COURSE TO ANYONE AND I’LL DEFINITELY BE WATCHING IT. THANK YOU.

MATEEN MANEK

// PRICELESS TO ME. IT’S WHAT I HAVE BEEN NEEDING!

BRIAN QUALLS

// WELL, YOU GAVE US THE ALPHABET AND NOW WE CAN WRITE WORDS AND PHRASES. THIS MASTERCLASS IS A POWERFUL TOOL, DETAILED AND COMPREHENSIVE.

YOU WERE VERY GENEROUS AND HONEST,THANK YOU!

YIANNIS VAROUSIS

// THIS HAS TO BE THE BEST INVESTMENT I HAVE EVER MADE. I’M AT THE BEGINNING OF MY JOURNEY AND I HAVE MY FIRST WEDDING COMING UP IN A WEEK… I’M NERVOUS, BUT I HAVE THE TOOLS IN MY BELT TO PERFORM. I’M SO THANKFUL FOR THIS COURSE, I COULD NOT MAKE IT TO THE UK TO COMPLETE A FACE TO FACE COURSE, BUT AFTER COMPLETING THIS COURSE WITH THE WORK GROWING I MAY JUST BE ABLE TO AFFORD TO

BRENDAN LISTER

“Investing in this Masterclass has proven to be the best decision and given us the confidence needed to venture into wedding cinematography.”

ELINE JACOBINE

“Having this masterclass was like having you in my home, sitting across from me, sharing with me all of your years of experience. I am so grateful to you. There is a lifetime of knowledge crammed into one course. It’s pure, honest, no holds barred, and it proves making amazing films is within everyone’s grasp.”

PAUL ROTTMAN

“I recommend the masterclass to every filmaker that is unhappy with their approach and never feel confident. It is for every one that want to swap point of view . So they later can adapt this new simple approach to their style.”

HELMUT

// FANTASTIC COURSE, WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT TO ANY FILM MAKER WANTING TO UP THEIR GAME

DOUGIE FARRELLY

// THIS HAS BEEN AN AMAZING MASTERCLASS. I’M THE KIND OF PERSON THAT’S VERY SKEPTICAL ABOUT ANY ONLINE COURSES OR MASTERCLASSES. I QUESTION THINGS LIKE THESE A 1000 TIMES BEFORE HITTING THE PURCHASE BUTTON. WITH PHILIP’S MASTERCLASS IT WAS NO DIFFERENT.

HOWEVER, JUST AFTER A FEW LESSONS INTO THE CLASS I WAS BLOWN AWAY. PHILIP DELIVERS EVERYTHING IN A VERY CLEAR AND FRIENDLY WAY (YEAH, NOW I’M SAD THAT IT’S OVER, CAUSE I EXPECTED TO GO FOR BEERS AND HAVE A CHAT). EVERYTHING IS STRUCTURED AND ALL THE PROCESSES ARE BROKEN DOWN INTO LITTLE PIECES.

IT’S ALL ABOUT EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE THAT PHILIP IS HANDING OVER. AND IT IS WORTH EVERY SINGLE CENT.

DAN

// IN THE PAST, I FELT THAT I HAVE NO STRUCTURE AND OFTEN FELT CONFUSED ABOUT WHAT AND HOW TO MAKE A MOVIE THAT DOESN’T TAKE FOREVER TO CREATE IT, TO SATISFY CUSTOMERS, AND TO MAKE ME FEEL HAPPY ABOUT MY FILMS. AFTER YOU DISCOVERED THE FILMING AND EDITING TECHNIQUES, THE APPROACH TO FILMMAKING, IT HELPED ME TO PUT A LOT OF THINGS INTO THEIR PLACES. BUT THE BEST THING IS THAT I FEEL REFRESHED, MOTIVATED TO MAKE CHANGES AND IMPROVE MY FILMING, EDITING AND SELLING SKILLS. HUGE THANKS FROM LITHUANIA!

DOMAS PESTENIS

// AMAZING COURSE! THANK YOU VERY MUCH, I REALLY FOUND WHAT I’VE BEEN LOOKING FOR. JUST LITTLE DETAILS THAT HELPED ME TO TAKE A STEP ONTO ANOTHER LEVEL. I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS COURSE TO ANYONE, BECAUSE IT TEACHES WHERE YOUR MINDSET MUST BE, TO BECOME A BETTER VIDEOGRAPHER.

SERGEI KOROTKOV

“Thanks to Philip’s Masterclass, I’m now equipped to produce quality films under any conditions a wedding day will throw at me. Not only did it simplify my filming and editing process, it drastically upped the production value of my work!”

JAKE FOUNTAIN

“Whether you are a novice or have been working in the industry for years there will more to learn than you thought. There is a wealth of information from the important foundational aspects through to the most advanced details. Philip has a particular talent and skill set, which you don’t come across very often. He is a great teacher, who imparts knowledge in a very kind and understanding manner. The lessons are laid out in very a practical and intuitive way, which makes the learning process very enjoyable.”

JONO SKINNER

“The masterclass has changed the way I approach film and given me the tools to carve my own path.

It has given me more tools in the box and more confidence to go into my next shoot. It has also given me some solid pointers on how to avoid getting backlogged with edits, which will save me time and money in the long run for sure.”

SEAN BELL

// REALLY INTERESTING COURSE. ESPECIALLY THE EDITING SECTION THAT HELPS SPEED UP YOUR WORKFLOW AND THE BUSINESS SECTION ABOUT PRICING AND SEO STRATEGIES.

EMANUELE BOSCO

// I JUST WANTED TO SAY THANKS FOR THE COURSE. IT HAS BEEN TRULY INVALUABLE FOR ME. I HAVE GONE FROM ZERO WEDDING EXPERIENCE TO LAUNCHING MY OWN BUSINESS, WHICH IS NOW TAKING REGULAR BOOKINGS, IN LESS THAN SIX MONTHS. THIS IS DOWN ENTIRELY TO THE KNOWLEDGE I LEARNED IN YOUR COURSE. MY SHOOTING STYLE AND ETHOS HAD COMPLETELY TRANSFORMED AND IT HAS TRULY BEEN LIBERATING.

JAMES SMITH

STUDENT FEEDBACK FROM NATHAN / HAWAII

// THANK YOU FOR A GREAT MASTERCLASS, IT WAS A GREAT EXPERIENCE AN AN EYE OPENER FOR SOME SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE THINGS. THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

VITALY

// I can not thank you enough for this course. I would have spared so much investment and effort if I had done that earlier. My work has benefited so much from your recommendations! I get so much positive feedback and my work is more fun than ever. I am on a journey, step by step, I use more of the learned and I use the course again and again, this is not a one-off watching

ULRICH SCHWIENBACHER

“Philip has always been a huge inspiration for me. I remember starting out and thinking if only I could produce this kind of work… Then after getting to know Philip and attending his workshop, I realised how humble and generous he is. With his time, his knowledge, skills… everything! I cannot recommend him enough. All I can say is, the approach and material I learnt from Philip has revolutionised my business, career and even changed my life!”

GIONE DA SILVA

“What’s so remarkable about Philip is the fact that he demonstrates not only mastery in his cinematography but he don’t hesitates to share all his knowledge, from shooting, editing tips to business aspects. He is open, helping, and very professional. It’s a pleasure and an honour to recommend Philip to anyone who wants to take his masterclass.”

KRISTIAN

“After a full wedding season I was feeling close to burnt out so this was just the thing I needed. Philip shared loads of useful information about the business side and the technical side to running a wedding film business.

Each person should have their own style and approach but some of the ‘secrets’ that Philip shared would make a real difference to anybody producing wedding films.”

RICKY

IT’S ALL ABOUT EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE THAT PHILIP IS HANDING OVER. AND IT IS WORTH EVERY SINGLE CENT.

DAN

// AS SOMEONE NEW TO THE INDUSTRY, I WAS A LITTLE HESITANT TO INVEST THE MONEY IN THIS COURSE. HAVING NOW FINISHED IT, I AM INCREDIBLY GLAD THAT I DID. I NOW NOT ONLY FEEL CONFIDENT IN HOW TO APPROACH WEDDING FILMMAKING, BUT TRULY INSPIRED TO SHOOT.

TIM

STUDENT FEEDBACK FROM PAUL / CHICAGO

// CREDIT WHERE CREDIT IS DUE, THIS HAS BEEN A WORTHWHILE EXPERIENCE/INVESTMENT FOR ME.

I DON’T DO MANY WORKSHOPS OR MUCH ON-LINE TRAINING AND THIS IS THE FIRST (IN 12+ YEARS!) THAT I HAVE SIGNED UP FOR.

SO THANK YOU PW FOR PUTTING THIS COURSE TOGETHER. IT WAS PERFECT FOR ME AND MY NEXT WEDDING IS ONE WEEK TODAY SO I’M LOOKING FORWARD TO IT WITH A MUCH CLEARER FOCUS IN REGARD TO WHAT I AM LOOKING TO CAPTURE AND HOW I AM GOING TO PRESENT IT.

THANK YOU.

SIMON W

// THE FILMING SECTION WAS VERY HELPFUL, AFTER SHOOTING MY FIRST FEW WEDDING FILMS I FOUND THE WHOLE EDITING SECTION TO BE EQUALLY SO. I NOW HAVE A CLEAR MINDSET WHEN IT COMES TO EDITING & FILMING – HERE’S TO HAVING ZERO BACKLOG IN THE FUTURE… REALLY PLEASED I MADE THE INVESTMENT

LEE MEEK

“This isn’t a refresher course, it’s a transformer vessel for your business – get on board!”

CRAIG

“Philip is completely honest and open about his workflow and how to get the best out of your business. He’s the most genuine guy with a big heart and it’s clear that he really cares about others success. Not only have I come away filled with inspiration for my own work, I’ve also made great connections and brilliant friendships that I know will push me to be a better filmmaker. I can’t wait to see everyone grow together!”

CHLOE

“Being able to learn about Philips complete approach to weddings from shooting, through workflow to marketing and time management was invaluable in seeing how a successful filmmaker has risen to the top while retaining his love for his work and the striving for taking it further.

You don’t have to adopt every aspect of Philips approach to take away many valuable tips and ‘light bulb’ moments away and apply them to your own individual style of filmmaking, but his complete openness in discussing very aspect of his filmmaking forces you to reassess your own business decisions from shooting right through to pricing.”

MICK

// EXCELLENT COURSE PHIL, LOVED IT. HAVING DONE THE BEATING HEARTS WORKSHOP I WAS A LITTLE HESITANT TO SPEND OUT ON THIS FOR FEAR IT WOULD JUST BE REPETITION – BUT I TOOK LOADS FROM THIS TOO. ITS GREAT BEING ABLE TO PAUSE, GO BACK AND CHECK LITTLE BITS HERE AND THERE. YOU’VE COMPLETELY CHANGED THE WAY I APPROACH FILMING WEDDINGS, AND IN THE SHORT TERMS ITS DEFINITELY PUT ME BEHIND AS IM TAKING THE TIME TO LEARN AND IMPLEMENT NEW THINGS, BUT IN THE LONG RUN IT’LL SAVE ME HUNDREDS OF HOURS IN THE OFFICE

EDD HARRIS

// THIS HAS BEEN FANTASTIC – FROM START TO FINISH – EVERYTHING YOU HAVE DONE HERE, THE WAY YOU BROKE EVERYTHING DOWN INTO THE FINEST DETAILS HAS BEEN MIND BLOWING – I’VE JUST BEEN THROUGH IT ONCE, THINK I BINGED WATCHED IT IN LIKE TWO DAYS 🙂 BUT WILL BE GOING THROUGH IT AGAIN AND AGAIN. FOR SOMEONE LIKE ME WHO IS STARTING OFF, FOR YOU TO OPEN UP TO THE DETAIL THAT YOU DID, I CAN’T THANK YOU ENOUGH.

GERARD CREIGHTON

STUDENT FEEDBACK FROM FRAUKE / GERMANY

// WOW! THIS HONESTLY GOT ME ALL FIRED UP TO SHOOT WEDDINGS WITH A FRESH PAIR OF EYES. I’VE IMPLEMENTED A LOT OF YOUR TECHNIQUES OVER THE YEARS INTO MY FILMING AND IT’S WORKED AMAZINGLY WELL. SO MANY GOLD NUGGETS IN THIS COURSE, BUT BY FAR THE MOST INSPIRING FOR ME WAS THE TUTORIALS ON EDITING EVERYTHING IN 1 DAY (OR 2). I’M ALMOST OUT OF MY BACKLOG AND MY GOAL IS TO HAVE ZERO BACKLOG IN THE NEXT 6 WEEKS. THANKS FOR ALL THE HELP! IF YOU’RE EVER OUT HERE IN MAUI I WOULD LOVE TO CONNEXT. THANKS!

NATHAN STRUBHAR

// FINALLY REACHED THE END OF THE COURSE AND IT’S BEEN WELL WORTH THE INVESTMENT I CAME LOOKING FOR SOME GOLD NUGGETS BUT I DISCOVERED A GOLD MINE! THE FORMAT FELT VERY MUCH LIKE A PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AS IT WAS JUST A TWO WAY CONVERSATION WITH THE ABILITY TO ASK QUESTIONS AT ANY STAGE AND GET FURTHER CLARITY. IT WAS FULL OF JUST HONEST TRANSPARENT ADVICE AND KNOWLEDGE. I LOVE THE SIMPLICITY OF YOUR APPROACH THIS REALLY STOOD OUT FOR ME AND GOING FORWARD DEFINITELY WILL ONE OF MANY THINGS I WILL IMPLEMENT

NAZ AHMED

“As a corporate videographer I was completely new to the wedding filming industry but to be able to see how Philip runs every part of his operation was invaluable. Some of his tips could save you days, if not weeks, of work alone.”

SEAN

“What I had hoped for and more in film course. All aspects of your course were delivered perfectly, showing your unique style of filming, yet how others can apply these areas to their own work, but how it can work with their own brand.

You work is an inspiration and I’m sure like me, your course has provided people with a fresh mind of how to film & edit and given them and me a new load of energy our film career.”

GEMMA

“Being one of the leading videographers in the wedding industry, he disclosed his secrets of the trade and the way he does things – from the very start to the delivery of the videos. What impressed me most is that he addresses all the questions – no matter how basic – with the same clarity and patience.

This workshop is really useful for videographers in any stage or their careers or even photographers wishing to do both or make the jump to videography, as Philip’s work is all about simple but beautiful images. You come out of the two day workshop ready to tackle the pile of edit you have sitting on your desk with a new attitude.”

PEDRO

// FINALLY REACHED THE END OF THE COURSE HI PHILIP! I’M SO THANKFUL YOU MADE THIS MASTERCLASS. AND IT’S COMPLETE WELL DONE. I ADMIRE YOUR HONESTY AND YOUR HUMANITY! IN MY OPINION, THIS IS EXACTLY THE RIGHT WAY TO GO – KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! THAT’S INSPIRATIONAL BEYOND MEASURE. I AM AN ABSOLUTE BEGINNER – DIDN’T SHOOT A SINGLE WEDDING YET – AND I LOVED IT! I COME FROM A COMPLETELY DIFFERENT INDUSTRY AND I HAVE LEARNED SO MUCH, MUCH MORE THAN IN ALL BOOKS OR TUTORIALS ON YOUTUBE BEFORE. MANY THINGS BECAME SO CLEAR. IN PARTICULAR REGARDING THE WORKFLOW. HAVING CHOSEN THE WEDDING VIDEOGRAPHY FOR MY FUTURE, NOTHING HAS BROUGHT ME SUCH AN INSPIRATION AND ENTHUSIASM AS YOUR MASTERCLASS. AND EVERYTHING SEEMS TO BE WITHIN REACH. I’M REALLY GRATEFUL FOR THAT! HOPE YOU CAN READ EVERYTHING, SINCE I’M FROM GERMANY, MY ENGLISH MAY NOT BE THAT GOOD. AS A FINAL FEEDBACK, I HAVE TO TELL YOU THAT YOUR FILMS HAVE JUST THRILLED ME – THERE ARE MANY GOOD MOVIES OUT THERE, BUT YOUR FILMS HAVE TOUCHED ME DEEPLY FROM THE START. REGARDS

FRAUKE

// I DON’T KNOW WHERE I CAN BEGIN. THIS IS REALLY INSPIRING. THIS COURSE MAKES ME FEEL EXTRA SPECIAL AND I FEEL LIKE I HAVE YOU ALL TO MYSELF WHICH IS THE BEST WAY TO LEARN FOR ME AS CLASSROOMS CAN BE DISTRACTING. THANK YOU FOR BREAKING IT DOWN SO SIMPLY AND FOR HELPING ME VALUE MYSELF, MY TIME, AND MY CRAFT. I HAVE YET A LOT TO LEARN AS WE ALL DO, BUT THESE LESSONS FROM YOU ARE JUST WHAT I NEEDED TO A NEW APPROACH, A SIMPLER ONE. I ALSO FIND IT AMAZING THAT YOU MADE ME FEEL AS IF I AM NOT DUMB. I AM RUNNING OUT OF GREY HAIR SPACE AND THIS COURSE IS REFRESHING AND EXCITING. CAN’T WAIT TO GET STARTED. THANK YOU!

BARBARA JACQUELINE

” I had a real itch for the last few years to start a videoing service along side my photography. So stumbled across Philip Whites course and work, what can I say the best investment I have made in years. I’ve already booked 6 wedding to video since the course, and I’m now armed with the knowledge of story telling, editing and the big bonus was the mantra of minimum kit”

DAVE PACKER

“There was many eureka moments throughout the two days on how Philip works and I’ve taken on board so much of what he talked about, both in terms of filming and also my business.I cannot recommend it highly enough.”

EMMA WILSON

“I took this knowing that I would learn a thing or two for my own business but I didn’t imagine that it would be that much! Phil really doesn’t hold back and tells all his ‘secrets’ “

ALPER TUNC

// I CAN HONESTLY SAY, HAND ON HEART, IT COULDN’T HAVE BEEN ANY BETTER.

AFTER HAVING MY WORLD TURNED UPSIDE DOWN IN MAY, HAVING BEEN MADE REDUNDANT FROM A JOB I HAD DONE FOR THE BEST PART OF 25YRS, I HAD TO MAKE DECISION, FIND A FULL TIME JOB OR FOLLOW MY DREAM OF SHOOTING VIDEOS. I CHOSE THE LATTER. A DECISION I STILL WAS UNSURE ABOUT, RIGHT UP UNTIL I COMPLETED YOUR AMAZING COURSE.

THE SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES YOU HAVE PASSED ON TO ALL OF US ARE INVALUABLE. YOUR PROFESSIONAL BUT FUN DELIVERY MADE MY WHOLE EXPERIENCE ONE I WILL NEVER FORGET AND FOR THAT I THANK YOU.

DOMINIC YULES

// I’VE ALWAYS THOUGHT THAT IF YOU WANT TO BE THE BEST, OR ASPIRE TO BE THAT, THEN LEARNING FROM THE BEST, FROM THE REAL PROFESSIONALS WHO ACTUALLY SHOOT FOR A LIVING IS THE WAY TO GO. WHILST YOU DO INDEED FACILITATE WORKSHOPS AND COURSES PHIL, IT’S YOUR CONSTANT IMPRESSIONABLE AND VERY REAL WORK AS A FILM MAKER EARNING MONEY YEAR ON YEAR FROM THE SKILL, THAT DRAWS ME TO SPEND TIME AND MONEY WITH YOU.

NEALE JAMES

// AFTER COMPLETING THE COURSE I REALISED THERE WAS SO MUCH I DIDN’T KNOW, LITTLE THINGS THAT NOW HELP ME EVERYDAY SUCH AS WORKFLOW, SHOOTING TECHNIQUES, SEO, WEBSITE, BACKLOG AND TONS MORE. I WALKED AWAY A LOT MORE CONFIDENT NOT JUST SHOOTING & EDITING, BUT RUNNING MY BUSINESS TOO. 100% RECOMMEND THE BEATING HEART WHETHER YOUR PRO OR JUST STARTING OUT.

STEFAN

// I WAS GOING TO GIVE UP FILMING WEDDINGS BEING FRUSTRATED WITH MY STYLE AND NOT KNOWING WHAT TO DO. THI CHANGED MY MIND AND INSPIRED ME TO CONTINUE. I HAVE DOUBLED MY BOOKINGS THIS YEAR AND HOPE TO DO THE SAME NEXT YEAR TOO.//

BRUCE

// THIS GAVE ME THE INSPIRATION AND MOTIVATION TO HELP TACKLE THE COMING BUSY YEAR OF WEDDING FILMING. IT WAS HELPFUL TO LEARN DIFFERENT WAYS TO DO THINGS QUICKER, FROM ADMIN TO EDITING. I GOT A BIT MORE OF MY LIFE BACK THIS YEAR!

ANNEKA IRELAND

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