A Creative Retreat for Wedding Filmmakers
14 and 15 October 2025 - Zandvoort, Netherlands
Let yourself be moved
This is not just another workshop.
It is a moment to pause. To feel again.
To shoot from your gut, not from your checklist.
Talk about what really matters, the stories we tell and the lives we are building.
Nami 波 means wave in Japanese.
It captures the spirit of this experience, constant movement, quiet power, and the kind of transformation that comes from going beneath the surface.
We’ve grown. The industry has changed. And so have you.
With over 15 years of experience behind us, including building Maru Films into an internationally recognized brand, we’ve learned how to adapt, stay inspired, and keep growing. From creative direction to business strategy, and now AI and ChatGPT, we bring a fresh perspective grounded in real-world experience.
Nami is where we share that.
Not just to inspire you, but to give you the clarity and tools to move forward, creatively and professionally.
A space for creativity, connection, and clarity
Yes, you’ll leave with new work for your portfolio.
But more importantly, you’ll walk away with a clearer vision for your films, a stronger connection to your
voice, and a renewed sense of purpose in your craft.
This is for filmmakers ready to
- Reignite their creative spark
- Shoot with emotion and edit with intention
- Build a wedding film business that feels sustainable and aligned
- Connect deeply with others who truly understand this path
- Step into their next chapter, with clarity and confidence
The Location
Bloemendaal, a gem on the Dutch coast
Just 40 minutes from Amsterdam, yet it feels like another world. Endless dunes. Rolling hills of golden grass. A wide beach that fades into the horizon. The sound of waves and the soft rustle of dune grass in the wind.
It’s one of the most cinematic places in the Netherlands. A place to slow down, sharpen your eye, and reconnect with your story. This is where we’ll shoot, reflect, journal, connect and create.
The Experience
Two days of movement, emotion, depth, and light
- Portfolio-Enhancing Shoot: Participate in a guided session with a real couple, designed to elevate your portfolio and refine your creative vision.
- In-Depth Discussions: Engage in meaningful conversations covering creative direction, pricing strategies, setting boundaries, and envisioning a fulfilling wedding film business.
- Hands-On Learning: Dive into practical sessions on storytelling techniques, emotionally resonant editing, authentic marketing approaches, and building a client journey aligned with your personal values.
Reasons to join
Learn From Experts
With over 15 years of experience in wedding filmmaking and creative business strategy, we’re here to share everything we’ve learned.
Hands-On Shooting
Practice your skills in stunning landscapes. Learn to adapt your storytelling and shooting techniques to challenging and inspiring environments.
Global Connections
Meet like-minded wedding filmmakers from around the world, share experiences, and grow together.
Personal Growth
Reignite your creativity, find your unique voice, and gain new perspectives on both your work and your business
What Is Included
Sessions, shoots, and shared experiences designed to inspire and challenge.
Shot in the dunes or on the beach, focused on capturing real emotion in natural light.
A behind-the-scenes look at our full Maru Films process, from camera to timeline.
Talks that go beyond the technical, helping you find clarity in your voice and direction.
Connect in a close-knit circle of fellow filmmakers for honest conversations and real support.
Nature, space, and light to breathe, create, and reconnect with your creativity.
coffee, snacks, lunches
Who It’s For
This isn’t about how many weddings you’ve shot. It’s about where you are now and where you want to go.
Nami is for wedding filmmakers who are ready to do things differently. To create more meaningful films. To build a business that actually reflects who they are. To reconnect with the reason they picked up a camera in the first place.
Whether you’re just starting or ten years in, if you're craving:
- More depth in your storytelling
- More alignment in how you run your business
- More connection with like-minded creatives
Then this is the reset you didn’t know you needed.
Schedule
A 2 full-day workshop consisting of sharing knowledge on our approach in Zandvoort, The Netherlands.
DAY ONE - Create With Intention
- Welcome and Coffee
- The Stories We Tell (Talk and film breakdown)
- Group Exercise (The Film That Moved Me)
- Beach Walk
- Lunch
- Dune Shoot (Natural light and guided moments)
- Edit With Intention (Edit breakdown)
- Break
- Shared Dinner (optional)
DAY TWO - Build With Purpose
- Morning Coffee
- Running a Wedding Film Business
- Rebuild Your Client Journey
- Lunch
- Marketing That Feels Honest
- Guided critiques
- Closing Circle (What Is Next)
- Final Walk and Goodbye
Testimonial
Ready to Join Us?
Zandvoort, The Netherlands
14+15 October 2025
- Full access to the two-day Nami Workshop for 1 person
- All sessions, shoots, talks, and guided reflections
- Delicious lunches, snacks, and drinks each day
- A creative space shared with likeminded wedding filmmakers
- A shoot with a real couple to boost your portfolio
- Maximum 15 attendees
- Investment*:
€1399 - Early bird: €1299
- Sign up
*excluding vat, but vat exempt for businesses outside the Netherlands
Practical info
Getting There
Location
Parnassia aan Zee, Overveen, Netherlands a peaceful and cinematic coastal setting surrounded by dunes and sea
By car
Free or nearby parking available directly at the venue
By train
Travel to Overveen Station
From there it is a 15-minute walk or an easy bike ride to the venue
From abroad
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport is 35 minutes by train or car.
Nearby towns like Haarlem, Bloemendaal, and Zandvoort offer lovely places to stay
What You Will Need
- Your camera gear
- Laptop with editing software (optional)
- Comfortable shoes for walking in the dunes
- Journal or notebook
- Warm layers and clothes for the beach
- An open heart and a curious mind