It’s always wonderful to have the opportunity to shoot a wedding, and then get to go back and revisit the footage later on during editing and see all the good stuff you missed! This wedding was full of that good stuff. But most interesting was Colleen and Sean themselves… demure and unassuming for most of the day, then awesome, hardcore partyers! Adding to the party were Eric and Amber from Raw Photo Design. Their shots from the day are amazing (I know, ‘amazing’ is way overused, but sometimes it’s necessary)!
The Greentree Country Club in New Rochelle was a great fit for this party crowd, as was DJ Ronnie with Musically Yours cranking out tunes. Congrats to Colleen and Sean!
Ohhhh my! Where to begin? I guess with Nora… she’s beautiful, she’s sweet, and über talented! A former contestant on Project Runway, you know she’s bringing all kinds of style to the table. Of course my first question was whether Heidi Klum would be in attendance… but no such luck ;-(
Flowers were by Datura: A Modern Garden. I can’t even comment on their work… it’s beyond beautiful. Check out the film and photo links and you’ll see what I mean. Speaking of photo, Megan LaBarbera of Creative Image Collections shot some amazing stuff from the day, and continues to be someone we look forward to working with. We can’t say enough good things about her… so why try? Just check her out here.
The ceremony and reception were both held at Chamard Vineyards in Clinton, CT. They blew us away with their beautiful grounds and buildings, as well as their hospitality. And perhaps the highlight of the day… the opportunity to FINALLY meet and work with Event Design and Planner Extraordinaire Sarah True, of True Event. She pulled the day together in such a beautiful way, and kept her composure even when the best man decided that a late night, fully-clothed swim in the pond was a good idea! She’s awesome, and definitely on our ‘gotta work with her some more’ list.
Enjoy the film, and congratulations to an awesome couple!
Somedays all the little wedding tumblers click into place and it’s really, well… easy. I guess maybe easy isn’t the word. Easier?
Stunning couple, amazing venue, great crowd. Oh and don’t forget some of the best light we’ve ever seen cast down on a first dance! Allison literally ‘glowed’. Making things even more enjoyable was the presence of Studio-mates Eric and Amber from Raw Photo Design. They are pros in every sense of the word, made evident by Allison & Joe’s photos here.
Thanks to Allison and Joe for letting us capture such a beautiful wedding!
Nora and Tyler’s big day at Eolia – The Mansion at Harkness Park was really something special. For starters, they are two of the most genuine, real people we’ve worked with. Once every so often you actually feel love in a room, and it was there. Usually a foggy day is kind of a bummer… but not today! It came off the water and created this beautiful, ethereal backdrop for photos… captured perfectly by Danielle Fuller of Beyond the Lens Photography. If you can’t get enough Nora and Tyler, go check out Danielle’s work that day here.
Congratulations to a wonderful couple.. and their special families.
Everyone likes praise. Nothing brightens our day more than knowing we’ve made someone really happy with our work. And having them share that with the world… well that’s even better! With that in mind, when I read what Mary Dinneen (Mother of photographer/bride Alissa Dinneen) wrote to me after viewing her daughter’s wedding film (June 9th), I… I… well, just read on and see what I mean:
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Dear Thomas,
In the hotel room the morning of Alissa’s wedding I wondered why you were taking pictures. SURPRISE NUMBER ONE…you weren’t. You WERE film-ing.
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From 5th grade when Alissa carried my bags till she was 24 and the main photographer for Photography by Mary & Alissa Dinneen, we planned her wedding day. The dreams were perfect. SURPRISE NUMBER TWO…reality isn’t. You WERE film-ing.
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The final months before The Day brought relentless winter storms and challenges. John and Alissa’s wedding was a blur, a silent movie in my mind. I watched as the slides flickered. SURPRISE NUMBER THREE…The camera of my mind was out of focus. You WERE film-ing.
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My only memory of you is in that hotel room. I saw another man at the reception. He must have been with you. Time passed. Life marched on. I forgot you were ever at the wedding. SURPRISE NUMBER FOUR…the morning Alissa sent me your Video Highlight of their wedding. You WERE film-ing.
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Like the force of the violent storm and rain that struck last night, emotions pelted through me as I watched the dreams that were a blur unfold. I am so overwhelmed by the force of what you created in that highlight. SURPRISE NUMBER SIX…Vantage Point Films captured the heart and soul of the wedding and the future’s promise for our families. You WERE film-ing.
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I am lost for words to express the magnitude of the effect the video has had on me. I spent twenty five years doing wedding photography for others, treating each one like my own. It is so different being on the other side of the lens and Alissa being the bride. SURPRISE NUMBER SEVEN… LUCKY SEVEN. You WERE film-ing.
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With deep gratitude and respect I thank you, for the visual of JOY that unfolded dreams and plans of a lifetime for Alissa’s wedding day. “Images the Heart Remembers” (my tagline) to cherish the rest of our lives.
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Appreciate-ing,
Mary Dinneen, Mother of the Bride
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I never imagined dedicating an entire blog post to one testimonial/thank you, but after reading that, I’m sure you get it. Thanks Mary… you made our year!
In late April we took our show on the road to The Garden State. Who knew the state known for Bon Jovi and Snookie would prove to also give us one of our classiest and most beautiful weddings of the year?
Corinne and Matt chose the ridiculously beautiful Mallard Island Yacht Club on Long Beach Island for the ceremony and reception. We see a lot of gorgeousness, and this place was right up there with the best of them! Also making the trip south were photographers Eric and Amber from Raw Photo Design. This wedding was tailor-made for their style, made obvious by some of their fav shots here. You’ll say ‘wow’.
Here are some more talented folks who lent their skills to the big day: Caterer: Merri Makers Catering / Makeup: Magnifique Makeup by Dominique / Hair Styling: Aqua Blue Salon in LBI / Floral Design: MDS Floral Design / Stationary Design: Stephanie Somodi / Gown designed by Ines Di Santo via Bridal Reflections / Bride’s shoes by Benjamin Adams / DJ: Craig Scott Entertainment
It’s always an honor to be chosen to film someone’s wedding. A couple is trusting you with their biggest day, knowing you’ll produce a visual history that tells their story in a creative way. So when a respected and talented wedding photographer like Alissa Dinneen chooses you to film their wedding, it means even more! It was also an opportunity to work with Laura Pineda from Alternate Angles. Along with her husband Ricardo, they created some stunning images. Check out some shots of the day here.
Here’s some of the All-Star group of vendors Alissa and John included in their big day: Coordinator/Stationary : Talia from Sixpence for Your Shoe; Photographer : Laura and Ricardo – Alternate Angles; Florist : Jessica’s Country Flowers; Caterer : Emily’s Catering Group; Cake : Something Sweet by Michelle; DJ : Butch Gray DJ; Ceremony Musicians : Wild Wood Groups; JP : Rev. Victoria Burdick; Lighting : Shindig Lighting, LLC; Hair and Make-up: Naomi and Angela for Naomi Martinez Salon and Spa; Wedding Site : Connecticut’s Old State House; Wedding Gown and accessories, MOB Gown, Girl’s Dresses : The White Dress by the Shore
Melissa and Peter’s wedding was one of our favorites from 2010! Check out their highlight film and you’ll see why! It was also just featured on Style Me Pretty’s Little Black Book Blog, which is a HUGE deal for us because SMP is highly regarded as a source for the top vendors. Working alongside us that day were Candice from Jubilee Events, Katie Slater from Carla Ten Eyck Photography, and Tony from Datura, A Modern Garden. And a huge congratulations to Melissa and Peter, who not only threw one hell of a party, but were fantastic to work with too!
In the first of what we hope will be a weekly post, we’d like to introduce you to some of the vendors who we have found to be at the top of their industry. If you’ve spent any time researching wedding vendors, you know there is a huge range of talent out there, and an equally wide range of prices. It can be a little confusing for the couple who are doing this for the first (and the last!) time. Hopefully this will serve you as a resource… to help you find not only talented people, but also those who play nice with others. Every weekend, we see these people in action, and each of them can bring something very special to your day. That’s why we work with them, and that’s why we refer them with confidence…
Today’s inaugural post highlights Ronnie Mazal of Musically Yours Premiere DJ Services. Most of us have been to a wedding where the biggest buzz kill in the room was the guy who was supposed to keep the party rockin’. Well have no fear! We’ve seen Ronnie in action, and no one is better at keeping people up and dancing. Of course, some think that’s best accomplished with beach balls, inflatable saxophones, and glowing plastic roses. Blahhh! Musically Yours needs no such cheese.
When I sat down with Ronnie, and asked him what set him apart from his competition, his answer was, “The ability to adapt… all weddings are different, as are all couples, so the DJ who has one set style regardless of the situation is really doing his clients a disservice. By getting to know the couple’s musical tastes and style ahead of time, we can provide services that best suit the couple.”
Musically Yours can be reached @ 203.653.2877 or by e-mail @ ronnie@musicallyyoursonline.com
P.S. Let ‘em know Vantage Point Films sent you!
Patrycia and Marcin are one of those couples who, after the wedding, you’re just really happy for. Happy that the wedding went off without a hitch, and they just seemed so happy to be together and to be getting married. I wish there was more to write about it… but why drag something that simple out more than I must? After the ceremony in Stamford, it was off to the popular Water’s Edge at Giovanni’s in Darien, where we’ve always been impressed by their great staff.
We were also part of an all-star cast that helped make Patrycia and Marcin’s wedding day such a great event! Makeup was done by Stacey from Blush Couture, and Naomi from Naomi’s Studio & Salon was the hairstylist. We teamed up with Eric and Nicole from Raw Photo Design, and as usual, their creativity is just beyond words. Check out Patrycia and Marcin’s photos here. And this was our first time working with Ronnie from Musically Yours. We were so impressed with him, we’ve since invited him to join the Studio. If you’re looking for a DJ who rocks, Ronnie is your boy!