READING TIME: 3 min 55 sec
PUBLICATION DATE: 12/14/2025
UPDATED: 12/14/2025
KUDRYASTUDIO beginnings were far from cinematic. Growing up “in a small city in the heart of Siberia, where every building looked like a grey, identical box,” they learned early that visual beauty wasn’t something you waited for — it was something you found. With no dramatic landscapes to rely on, they turned inward, focusing on people, gestures, relationships, and emotional nuance.
Old Hollywood films — especially Breakfast at Tiffany’s — shaped their early imagination. They were drawn to how those stories unfolded, how characters guided the narrative, how emotion moved the frame. Those impressions stayed with them long before they ever picked up a camera.
What they didn’t know at the time was that this quiet observation would become the foundation of their style years later. Every family celebration, every small gathering, every moment of watching how people interact prepared them for the work they do today.
When they eventually transitioned into wedding filmmaking, their narrative instincts came naturally. They approached the day like a film director approaches a script — identifying the main characters, the supporting ones, the emotional arcs, and the moments of stillness that often say the most.
“We focused on crafting a strong narrative,” they share.
We created a synopsis, highlighted the main and secondary characters, and captured genuine feelings.
Their move to Spain expanded their possibilities even further. The textures of Mediterranean architecture, the interplay of old and new Europe, and the warmth of natural light all layered beautifully onto their documentary heart.
The result became a signature blend: deeply human storytelling with artistic, cinematic atmosphere.
For Alisa and Sergei, defining their style with a single label feels impossible — because no two couples, no two families, and no two emotional landscapes are ever the same.
They describe their work as documentary storytelling infused with artistic cinematography. Weddings unfold differently for every couple. Sometimes the day moves quietly, gently, inviting them to become invisible observers. Other times the energy is vivid and electric, and they step right into the movement to film from within.
Their goal remains consistent:
to create a sincere, emotionally rich story that reflects the true essence of each family.
Their equipment list is thoughtful and functional — always chosen to support the story, never overshadow it.
For over nine years, they’ve worked with Sony cameras, upgrading their gear annually to maintain clarity and reliability.
Their toolkit includes:
two primary cameras for dynamic storytelling
a stationary tripod camera for uninterrupted ceremony moments
stabilizers for fluid motion
lavalier microphones
on-camera mics
additional recorders for ambience, vows, and speeches
portable lighting for sculpting atmosphere
“Sound is incredibly important to us,” they explain.
We always record several layers of audio to make the film feel alive and immersive.
More than anything, Alisa and Sergei love stepping into the emotional worlds of different families. Every wedding reveals its own universe — shaped by culture, history, and deeply personal dynamics. This is where they find meaning.
“What we love most is the opportunity to step into different worlds,” they say.
They see weddings not as timelines, but as experiences, relationships, and interwoven stories.
For them, a wedding film is not just about the couple. It’s about the people who raised them, shaped them, love them, and celebrate alongside them.
Weddings are stories about family — first and always.
Authenticity is impossible when people feel observed or directed. That’s why Alisa and Sergei avoid templates entirely. They adapt their communication and approach to each couple’s personality, expectations, and emotional rhythm.
“What matters most is creating a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere where the couple feels free to be themselves,” they explain. “When there is trust and joy, we can reveal the full potential of both the couple and our filmmaking.”
Trust, for them, isn’t an accessory — it’s the foundation of storytelling.
Their recommendations for future brides and grooms come from years of watching emotions unfold through the lens:
Prioritize lighting — it shapes the entire atmosphere of the film.
Don’t hide your emotions — tears, laughter, pauses all matter.
Invite only the people closest to your heart — intimacy shows on camera.
Choose only what you truly love — authenticity translates into beauty.
And finally, a small but unforgettable detail:
“Choose a perfume for your wedding day and wear it only then,” they share. “Later, whenever you want to revisit those memories, just smell it again — it will become your personal anchor to the moment.”
Yes, they film destination weddings — and with immense joy.
Not because of the travel itself, but because new cultures, environments, and atmospheres push their creativity in fresh directions.
“We still have so many places we haven’t discovered yet,” they say with bright optimism.
Their curiosity is endless, and so is their love for new emotional landscapes.
After more than 13 years of marriage, Alisa and Sergei often look back at their own wedding with a new perspective.
“When we were preparing for our wedding, we thought choosing a videographer or photographer wasn’t that important,” they admit. “We believed we would remember everything.”
But on the wedding day, they remember seeing only each other — nothing else.
Now they understand what they missed:
a father’s trembling hands,
a mother rehearsing her speech through tears,
a younger brother playing under the table,
friends laughing in the pool before the ceremony.
“All these moments are the real story,” they say.
Couples often miss them because they live inside the emotion of the day. And this is exactly what we try to capture for every couple we film.
This is the heart of KUDRYASTUDIO — preserving not just how a wedding looked, but how it felt.
