A LITTLE BIT ABOUT ME.

Below is a compilation of images, set to music, which showcases my passion for documenting funerals through heartfelt videography and photography.

My Journey Into Funeral Videography and Photography

My name is Shaun, and for the past 15 years, I’ve travelled across the UK and Europe, filming and photographing a wide variety of events. My filming journey began unexpectedly when a close friend asked me to film their wedding. I was captivated by the experience and the creative freedom it allowed, which sparked a passion that led me to leave my job as a youth worker and focus on developing my skills in storytelling through videography.

Over time, I found myself filming not only weddings but also a diverse range of projects, from NHS medical operations to health and safety videos for corporations like Cadbury, Severn Trent, Bombardier, and Arriva Trains. However, my heart always lay in capturing live events, where I could transform moments into cinematic films that families could treasure for generations to come.

It All Started with a Vibrant West Indian Funeral...

About eight years ago, I was approached to film a West Indian funeral for a family who had struggled to find a videographer willing to take on the task. Without hesitation, I agreed, unaware that this would mark a pivotal moment in my career. I had attended my grandfather’s funeral as a teenager, so I had a small idea of what to expect, but nothing could have prepared me for the profound impact that filming this particular funeral would have on me.

Having filmed weddings from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds, I was familiar with faith-based ceremonies and enjoyed the unpredictability that came with them. However, the passion, appreciation, and celebration of life at this West Indian funeral moved me in a way no other event had before.

When I delivered the finished film to the family, using the storytelling techniques I had honed over the years, they were overwhelmed with the quality and attention to detail. Word quickly spread, and within a short time, I found myself filming and photographing funerals regularly. In just 18 months, I had filmed nearly 100 funerals across the UK.

Now, eight years on, I’ve documented over 2,200 funerals, offering not only funeral videography and photography services but also live funeral streaming that has connected hundreds of thousands of families and friends worldwide. During the pandemic, when restrictions limited in-person attendance, my work became a vital lifeline for grieving families, helping them find closure through virtual connections.

My journey into Funeral videography began when a friend asked me to film their wedding. I was immediately captivated by the experience and the creative freedom it offered. This newfound passion led me to leave my job as a youth worker and dedicate myself fully to honing my storytelling skills through videography.

Before soon I was travelling across the UK and Europe, filming weddings and everything from medical operations for the NHS to health and safety videos for corporations like Cadbury’s, Severn Trent, Bombardier, and Arriva Trains. However, my true calling was always in capturing live events, transforming moments as they unfolded into cinematic films cherished for generations.

A million thank you’s to this amazing man!

To us this is such a natural thing to do. It is the last time we will see his body and we will always want to remember him 💙 This lovely man shaun made that possible for us to have many more times to remember him.

I highly highly recommend Shaun, he was very kind, sympathetic, discreet and respectful.

Thank you shaun from the bottom of our hearts ♥️ Jai & Family

Here are a Couple of Images from the
first Funeral I ever Filmed.

“Shaun did an incredible job filming our family funeral. This was so important to us as we wanted to share the service with our families in Jamaica, Barbados, and the rest of the world.

From start to finish, Shaun was incredibly easy to work with. His availability during out-of-hours and late at night was a pleasant surprise. The finished video he produced exceeded our expectations. He captured all the culturally significant aspects of the funeral, ensuring nothing was missed. He worked tirelessly throughout the day, filming the family home, the church, the open coffin, the burial, and the wake. He wasn’t intrusive, but worked diligently and with the greatest respect.

The crisp quality of the video and audio was beyond anything we or our family had ever seen before. We are absolutely thrilled with our choice and feel lucky to have found him. We cannot recommend him enough.”
— Winston & Family ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Funerals Are My Passion and Focus

Funerals are deeply moving events filled with raw emotions, heartfelt tributes, and a shared sense of love and compassion. Each one is unique, some very sad due to being sudden, while others are celebrations of a long and happy life. Capturing these moments feels incredibly meaningful to me.

Although I occasionally cover weddings and commercial projects, my true passion lies in funeral photography and videography. Working alongside incredible families during these incredibly sad times and contributing to their journey makes every effort worthwhile. This is more than a job to me; it's a privilege to honour and preserve the legacies of those who have passed.

My Values When Capturing Funerals

Funerals are deeply personal events, and it is my honour to capture them with the utmost respect and sensitivity. I believe in the importance of:

  • Respect: Treating every service with the dignity it deserves, understanding the significance of each moment.

  • Sensitivity: Being unobtrusive and considerate, ensuring that my presence does not interfere with the intimacy of the ceremony.

  • Empathy: Connecting with families on an emotional level, appreciating the depth of their loss, and the importance of the memories being created.

  • Professionalism: Delivering high-quality videography and photography services, maintaining a standard of excellence in all my work.

  • Discretion: Ensuring that all captured moments are handled with privacy and care, respecting the wishes and boundaries of the families I serve.

These values guide my approach to every funeral, ensuring that the final product is not just a recording, but a meaningful tribute that honors the legacy of the departed.

Get in Touch

Please explore my site, view the videos and photos, and get a feel for what I do. I am always available until 10pm in the evenings any day of the week so always feel free to give me a call and I would be happy to chat about your ideas and questions.

Warmest Regards,
Shaun

Telephone: 07772 509101