Meet Robert Schwieger

Today we’d like to introduce you to Robert Schwieger.

Every artist has a unique story. Can you briefly walk us through yours?
I was basically that kid in class that was always drawing on my classwork and gravitated towards any creative or artistic. I started filming weddings in 2002. Prior to starting my own business, I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Digital Media. My focus was Art History, Graphic Design, and Editing. This really helped with having a strong foundation with the creative disciplines. I still study the masters of cinema and incorporate those lessons into the world of wedding film making.

Please tell us about your art.
Like most artists I have a lot of different interests and ways to express the things that I’m passionate about. I enjoy photography, fine art, playing music and film making. One of those outlets just happens to be wedding film making.

Videography has really grown in the last few years and couples are putting more value in it as the quality has risen. My couples really value the cinematic experience that I provide. They value strong storytelling techniques, a blend of spoken audio with the right musical selections and a timeless visual quality.

We often hear from artists that being an artist can be lonely. Any advice for those looking to connect with other artists?
This is definitely true, especially when it comes to editing and being stuck in front of the computer for hours at a time. Here’s a few things that I’ve been doing that have really helped me.

Be expensive. If you charge a premium price for a premium product or service than you can put your best effort into each project and not be overwhelmed with a large volume. This will allow for time off to re-charge between projects and allow you to work “on your business” and not be stuck “in it” constantly trying to play catch up.

Diversify. Whatever your niche is, get out there and do a wide variety of projects. Challenge yourself to do things you haven’t done before and seek out people to collaborate with. For example, lately I’ve been shooting a lot of film photography. Even for weddings. Just to work a different part of my brain and to have less time in front of the computer. Get off the internet. Social media can be an easy way to connect with people but it always leaves me feeling empty. Noting beats getting together and working in person with someone else or a group of other talented creatives.

How or where can people see your work? How can people support your work?
Most of my wedding work is client work. Work that I’m commissioned to create and deliver for their private viewing. However, I do display samples on my website and Instagram. I’m also hired for commercial projects. These have varied from music video, corporate work and lately a lot of commercial projects. Being that I have a recognizable brand in the wedding industry I’ve been working with resorts, dress designers, etc., that want a commercial director with an understanding of what will connect with their audience.

Contact Info:

• Website: www.robertmichaelfilms.com
• Phone: (805) 222-0014
• Email: [email protected]
• Instagram: @robertmichaelfilms
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/robertmichaelfilms
• Twitter: www.twitter.com/robertmfilms

Image Credit:
BTS photo by Jeremy Chou Photography.

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