Connection that stays.
Small gestures and the closeness between people take centre stage.
Wedding films by Lukas Cheng
Your day. Your voices. Your film.
Personal wedding films from near Cologne, shaped by your voices and the moments in between. For celebrations in NRW, across Germany and throughout Europe.
Cologne · Germany · Europe↓
01 / Visual stories
Moments that stay
Connection, light and the joy of being together — these visuals express what draws me to weddings.
In the light of the moment.
Light, space and subtle details shape a quiet visual language.
The joy of being together.
Movement and lively encounters give the visuals their rhythm.
02 / Behind the camera
I’m Lukas, the filmmaker behind ZQ Films.
I document your wedding day with care and without taking over. I’m drawn not only to beautiful images, but also to your voices, small gestures and the people closest to you.
I offer guidance for selected shots. In between, I leave room for moments to unfold naturally.
Lukas ChengTell me about your wedding03 / The experience
How your film comes together
Before the wedding
We talk about you, your plans and the people and moments that matter most to you.
On your wedding day
I coordinate with your other suppliers, offer guidance when needed and leave room for natural moments.
After the wedding
Images, voices and atmosphere come together in your five- to eight-minute wedding film, delivered within four weeks of the wedding. All captured raw footage is also available to download.
My approach
What matters to me
A thoughtful presence.
Leaving room for the moments that unfold between you and your people.
Clear communication.
Discussing your wishes, plans and the scope before booking.
A personal story.
Bringing images, voices and atmosphere together in a distinctive narrative.
04 / Made around you
Every wedding is different.
Coverage is usually ten hours, shaped into a five- to eight-minute cinematic wedding film. Your film is delivered within four weeks of the wedding, and all captured raw footage is also available to download online. Your personal quote sets out the schedule and agreed services.
Wedding films in Cologne and NRW
Whether you are celebrating in Cologne, Bonn, Düsseldorf or elsewhere in NRW, tell me where and how you picture your day. I am based near Cologne and also cover weddings across Germany and Europe. Travel and coverage are agreed around your plans.
From €2,199 · Additional hours: €200/hour · Travel and accommodation charged separately according to the wedding location.
Enquire about your date
Before we first talk
A few things to know.
How do we enquire about our date?
Send your names, date or timeframe and planned location. I will reply personally to discuss availability and the next steps.
Do you film weddings in Cologne and throughout NRW?
Yes. I am based near Cologne. For weddings in NRW, including Bonn and Düsseldorf, and elsewhere in Germany and Europe, we discuss the location, plans and travel together.
How long do you cover our wedding, and what does extra time cost?
Coverage is usually ten hours, allowing time for the moments that matter most to you. Additional hours are charged separately at €200 per hour. We agree on the planned coverage before your wedding.
How long will our wedding film be, and when will we receive it?
You will usually receive a five- to eight-minute cinematic wedding film, bringing together your voices, the atmosphere and the moments that make the day yours. Your film is delivered within four weeks of the wedding.
Will we also receive the raw footage?
Yes. All footage captured during your wedding will be available to download online, so you can keep the original recordings alongside your finished wedding film.
Can our film include drone footage?
Yes. With permission from the property owner, drone footage can be included when flying and weather conditions allow. We discuss the possibilities for your venue in advance.
Will we need to pose?
I offer guidance for selected shots while leaving room for natural interactions and genuine reactions.
How much does a wedding film cost?
Wedding coverage starts at €2,199 and usually includes ten hours of filming and a five- to eight-minute wedding film. Additional hours cost €200 per hour. Travel and accommodation are charged separately according to your wedding location. Your personal quote sets out the services and costs before you book.
Are travel and accommodation included?
Travel and accommodation are charged separately according to the wedding location. Once your venue is confirmed, these costs will be clearly listed in your quote.
Will our film be shown publicly?
Please share your preferences. We will explicitly clarify with you whether and how public use is wanted and permitted.
05 / The start of your story
Tell me about your plans.
You do not need to know every detail yet. Your names, a date or timeframe and the planned location are a good start.
Or email me directly.zq.cheng666@gmail.com