Cairnlight Co // Catholic Expedition Production
Expedition capture
Your Story, Wherever It Happens
Some stories can’t be told from a studio. They unfold on dusty roads in foreign cities, on mountain trails before sunrise, or in the hushed reverence of a centuries-old cathedral. Whether it’s documenting a Catholic pilgrimage to the Holy Land, embedding with a mission team in the most remote corners of the globe, or capturing moments so sacred and profound they feel almost untouchable - our Catholic filmmakers bring these experiences to life through cinematic video production. Every frame is crafted to honor the weight, beauty, and spiritual depth of the story, ensuring the final film inspires hearts, strengthens faith, and endures for generations.
Why Experience Matters
Too often, production teams underestimate what it takes to film and photograph in extreme or demanding environments. They arrive unprepared for the pace, the terrain, the weather, or the human and spiritual depth of the journey itself. In Catholic filmmaking and media production, inexperience means sacred moments are missed. A lack of stamina means the camera goes down when the going gets tough. And without an understanding of both the physical and spiritual demands of these experiences, the story is never told with the depth, reverence, and beauty it deserves.
Why We’re Different
With over 15 years of award-winning Catholic filmmaking and media production experience - and a lifetime of hiking, backpacking, and survival skills - we are prepared for whatever the journey brings. Our team has filmed in temperatures ranging from -20° in the Arctic Circle to 120° in blistering deserts, never shying away from heights, harsh conditions, or long days on our feet. We understand the physical, emotional, and spiritual rigors of pilgrimages and mission trips because we’ve lived them alongside the communities we document. In every project, we stay present, we stay moving, and we don’t stop until the story is told fully, faithfully, and beautifully.
From Arctic Ice to Desert Heat
The Lens Knows No Limits
We are a team of critically acclaimed, award-winning Catholic filmmakers, cinematographers, and photographers with over 15 years of experience capturing stories for the Church and beyond. Our work spans the globe, from -20° expeditions in the Arctic Circle to 120° treks through blistering deserts, producing Catholic films, documentaries, and media campaigns in some of the most challenging environments on earth. We thrive on adventure - whether that means filming from dizzying heights, navigating unforgiving terrain, or working in fast-paced urban missions - and we bring that same fearless dedication to every project. From cinematic narratives to run-and-gun documentaries, large-scale event video production to faith-based promotional media, our passion is telling stories that inspire, endure, and point people toward the good.
Need experts? We’re your Crew.
You can’t just toss any production crew into sandy deserts, torrential downpours, or icy wilderness and expect them to keep up. In Catholic video production, you often find either a survivalist who’s “pretty good” with a camera, or a camera operator who prefers filming within walking distance of an air-conditioned lobby and bottled sparkling water. Out in the field, we’ve heard it all—“Wait… you’re bringing that camera into the rain?” “Isn’t all that dust going to ruin it?” “Are you sure you can hike with that rig?”
Our answer is always the same: this is exactly what our gear is built for, and exactly what we’re trained for. We select specialized filmmaking equipment that can withstand the elements, and we keep our skills—and our bodies—in top shape so we can deliver no matter the conditions. In Catholic storytelling, the mission doesn’t pause for the weather, the terrain, or the weight of the backpack. Neither do we.