Entertainment

The White Tree

Melbourne, Victoria

About The White Tree

The only Melbourne company offering live music, film, and photography under one roof since 2010.

The White Tree offers a complete creative package from live musicians to cinematography to photography.

Services offered

  • Professional wedding photography with multiple cameras and coverage throughout the day
  • Cinematic wedding videography and highlight film production
  • Live musician booking and coordination for ceremonies and receptions
  • Event cinematography capturing corporate functions and milestone celebrations
  • Post-event video editing and color grading services
  • Photography editing, retouching, and gallery delivery
  • Multi-camera event coverage for large-scale celebrations
  • Couple's portraiture and pre-event creative sessions
  • Live performance videography and audio recording
  • Event day creative direction and artistic styling consultation
  • Drone footage and aerial cinematography for venue and celebration overviews
  • Photo booth operation and instant guest entertainment services

Planner's guide

PART 1: PLANNER INSIGHT

Best For: Weddings with live entertainment components, corporate events requiring multi-format content capture, upscale celebrations needing integrated creative direction, milestone events where cinematography and photography coexist

What planners usually like:

  • One-stop creative solution reduces vendor coordination and communication overhead
  • Integrated approach ensures visual consistency across photography, video, and live entertainment elements
  • Cinematography teams familiar with live musician coordination can capture performances authentically
  • Bundled services often provide better timeline flexibility than managing separate vendor schedules

Things to clarify before booking:

  • Confirm which specific services (photography, videography, live musicians) are included in your event package and associated costs
  • Establish whether they provide raw footage/unedited content or finished deliverables, and what turnaround times look like
  • Determine team size for your event scope—clarify how many photographers, videographers, and musicians are allocated to your booking
  • Discuss backup plans for live entertainment (weather contingencies, technical failures) and whether equipment redundancy is built into their service model

Common questions

How do photographers and videographers typically coordinate on the same event to avoid conflicting coverage?

Most experienced teams use pre-event briefings to map out key moments and assign primary responsibilities. Videographers often capture wide shots and movement while photographers focus on detail and candid moments. Discuss shot lists and positioning with The White Tree before your event to ensure they have a clear coordination strategy.

What's the typical turnaround time for edited wedding films and photo galleries from Melbourne-based videography teams?

Turnaround times vary significantly based on footage length and editing complexity, typically ranging from 4-12 weeks for full edits. Contact The White Tree directly to confirm their specific timeline, as rush services may incur additional fees.

Can live musicians be positioned so videographers capture their performance without audio interference in ceremony recordings?

Yes—this requires advance planning. Musicians can be positioned strategically, and videographers use directional microphones or separate audio recording for ceremony sound. Discuss your ceremony audio requirements with The White Tree to determine the best setup for your venue acoustics.

How should we plan timeline and positioning when photography, videography, and live entertainment happen simultaneously?

Create a detailed run-of-show document that specifies which creative services operate during each event phase. Identify must-capture moments (first dance, toasts, key speeches) and communicate these to the entire creative team beforehand to ensure nothing is missed.

What equipment backup protocols should we expect from a full-service creative vendor?

Professional teams carry backup cameras, lenses, and audio equipment as standard practice. When booking with The White Tree, specifically ask about their backup equipment policy and whether backup team members are on standby for critical events like weddings.

Are there Melbourne-specific venue considerations for live musicians combined with videography setup?

Yes—Melbourne venues vary widely in acoustics, power access, and space constraints. Discuss your specific venue layout with The White Tree early so they can assess stage positioning, wireless microphone feasibility, and how lighting setups will impact videography angles.

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