Villa Antonia & Primizie Catering | Cocktail Hour Moments with Alexis & Kevin

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You've just watched moments from the cocktail hour of the wedding film of Alexis & Kevin, a couple who chose to have their wedding at the exotic local tuscan estate called Villa Antonia.  As you can see from the video, the setting is both romantic, old world, and very classy. 

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Alexis is a modern bride with discerning tastes, and so her combination of modern table decor & wedding colors (Pink & navy) paired with southern traditions made for a unique experience.

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These eclectic centerpieces were designed by Bouquets of Austin.  I love the way they mixed white with pale pinks and fully saturated fuschias.  Curly willows and long tendrils of flower buds are playful and modern juxtaposed against the old world charm of the wedding venue.

Catering

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The couple chose Primizie as their caterer, which is famous for its authentic use of fresh produce and vegetables to create the most amazing "Austin Italian" cuisine.  Primizie describes itself as a "combination of traditional southern hospitality, old world Italian charm and modern culinary vision." We could see why Alexis would select Primizie for her wedding caterers--she is also a bride commited to southern hospitality (did you see her bridal jewelry--a pearl bracelet & magnolia necklace?), the tuscan architecture at Villa Antonia is definitely old world Italian, and Primizie's modern sensibility fits perfectly with Alexis' modern color choices.   What a perfect match!

If you plan a party in Austin, Primizie does fantastic catering....and for those who are not local, ask your local grocer to begin providing Primizie snacks--their crispbreads will change the way you eat chips and dip.  In fact, I had to grab some from the kitchen as soon as I started writing this post.  Hand-cut, grilled, then crisped--and yes, they are that good!

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 The dance floor for the wedding was set up in the main hall.  Barbara from Barbara's Brides designed a gorgeous pink lighting setup with Howard Fletcher to create a very modern look in the reception area.

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Villa Antonia is a gorgeous tuscan style wedding or event location.  You can enjoy the breeze from their balconies and terraces while watching the sunset during cocktail hour.  Near Lake Travis, the hillsides provide a breathtaking view that is both serene and majestic.  As guests arrive, they walk beneath a stone arch entryway to view the first courtyard and fountain.  Winding in and around the building is an adventure in and of itself, with fountains and staircases beneath a canopy of trees that overlook a hilly horizon.

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If you would like to see the official photos from Anthology's wedding photography, check them out here.

You can visit the Villa Antonia for a tour, or for an evening of classical music at this address:

Address: 19039 Adrian Way, Jonestown, TX 78645

Phone:(512) 267-3509

Event Planning: Barbara's Bride's

Ceremony/Reception: Villa Antonia

Catering: Primizie

Floral: Bouquets of Austin

Lighting: Howard Fletcher

Wedding Bouquet Inspiration

inspired bouquets from real weddings

I love to garden, so seeing the floral arrangements at all of the weddings we film is one of my favorite things. The creativity of the florists we've worked with is astounding.  Here are just a few of the inspiring flower arrangements in wedding bouquets that we've seen.

ECLECTIC & TEXTURED

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I love this mixture of texture with succulents, fuzzy grey leaves, and tightly knit petals wrapped  burlap ribbon.  It was perfect for a backyard ranch wedding in the Texas countryside. Very shabby chic!

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Floral: Petal Pushers See more of their work.

UNIQUE & SURPRISING

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This gathering of lavender was carried by the maid of honor at wedding we recently filmed at Boot Ranch in Fredericksburg, TX.  The butterfly pin fit with the butterfly theme that the bride used throughout the whole day--butterflies hung from the ceiling at the reception, and little chalkboard DIY butterflies sat on the tables with each guest's name on them.

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HIGH CONTRAST

When you're painting or working on any kind of visual art, contrast is something to consider.  The level of contrast between the color and light values of two objects placed side by side can drastically affect the mood of an image.  Whether or not you realize it, as a bride, you're probably already thinking about those kinds of things even if you haven't put it into those specific terms.  "High-contrast" means that two objects are very different in the lightness/darkness and possibly in the amount of color/saturation of the objects.  It often gives a punchy, high energy, preppy or extremely classical look to an image. 

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Bright bouquets stand in stark contrast to darker bridesmaid dresses--classic and preppy.

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You can see more of Lindsay's outdoor tuscan wedding here.

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A ruffled wedding cake surrounded by bright bridesmaids' bouquets from Scooter Raney.   The wedding was a lovely mix of traditional victorian pastels and textures with selective vivid splashes of color.

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 A tropical bouquet with orchids and a hot pink satin bouquet wrap.  Having a destination wedding? Try Maui.

SOFT, SUBTLE, DREAMY

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This gorgeous arrangement was created for Allison at her rustic destination wedding by Blue Lotus Floral.

Athough the lavenders and pinks differ in saturation, they are all pale colors, which makes the bouquets seem dreamy.

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 These images are stills from our videos, but Kym Skiles of F8 photography was the photographer at this particular wedding at Rough Creek Lodge.

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A bouquet of all-white florals can be soft and whimsical when you vary the length and shape of the flowers.

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With its very symmetrical shape, this all white bouquet is modern & formal.  David Kurio Designs

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Watch the full wedding video

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This country club outdoor wedding had soft bursts of color--hydrangeas and tulips from Freytag's Florist in Austin.

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Beautiful Exotic mix of lilies and roses in a very vivid golden yellow and black.    Mandarin Flower Company

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The Wild Onion Ranch | Exotic & Intimate Texas wedding venue

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For those of you who aren't familiar with Austin, the personality of our city is often defined by an artistic expression that is simultaneously extravagant and humbly charming.  The Wild Onion Ranch is a treasure among the gems that define the look and feel of the hill country region. It is a gorgeous ranch-style location for weddings with exotic, carefully crafted landscaping, stately rustic architecture, gardens, and that true Austin casual feel.

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 It's no secret that we're huge fans of the Edgerton family (we've filmed both of their daughter's weddings there).  We've filmed several other special occasions & charity event videos there over the years, and it is consistently beautiful.  Under the artistic vision of the Edgerton family, the landscape is always evolving and becoming even more detailed.  It will certainly fill your guests with a sense of wonder as they walk around the intimate gardens.

Some of the features include:  two covered patios with a grill/outdoor kitchen/bar, a stone table where desserts are often displayed, many pathways winding through the garden, small putting greens where tables can be easily placed, a pool, outdoor pergola grandstand and dance-floor, several well-shaded porches, benches, and resting areas, and a sunlit Tuscan Hall where ceremonies can be held, or other indoor activities can be staged. It is fantastic to see.

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There are many details that still astound us--like the benches constructed entirely from driftwood, and the details in the stone pathways (there's colored glass, fossils, and marbles cemented together--so beautiful!).  You'll enjoy any event (whether it be wedding or corporate) that you choose to celebrate there.

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Is your groom this brave? A solo dance performance surprise for the bride at this wedding!

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Straight from the Austin wedding video of Whitney and Geoff, enjoy this special clip.

In recent years, it has become quite popular to among couples to fake out the crowd by starting their first dance or their father daughter dance with a more traditionally paced tune, then transitioning into something more saucy to the surprise of the wedding guests.

The first few times this made its way to Youtube, the videos went viral.  But since then, one has to ask one's self, if one wants to shock their family and friends without going too overboard, how can they do it without imitating someone else?  With the prevalence of wedding video online, their friends are certain to recall similar shenanigans and label their latest exploits as a rerun.

Whitney and Geoff obviously thought things through, and in keeping with their unique wedding style, they made a new spin on an old (in internet years) tradition.

So their challenge is not unlike anyone planning their wedding.  How do you make an event all your own when there is truly nothing new under the sun?  How do you make your event memorable without being labeled as an imitator?

As with all great wedding videos, it all comes down to story.  Start with your story, and let the style and the surprises flow from there.

In Geoff's case, begin with a toast from a groomsman, introducing a real, specific occurrence from days of yore, and then bridge that into the funny wedding tradition.

It's more about the journey, not so much the destination.

At your wedding, how did you put your own spin on something that may be familiar from other events, making it memorable in your own way?  Let us know in the comments below.

Park Cities Baptist | "Love Like Wine" Laura + John

Laura & John met by chance, despite how many years their friends had been trying to get them together.  They are both people who don't proceed in life without a clear vision for what lies ahead, and inevitably, they knew almost immediately that they were going to be drawn toward each other forever.  The overwhelming support for this relationship from such a large community of friends and family is one of our favorite things to see, and at this wedding, they had it in abundance.

We are sharing with you our favorite moments from their full wedding film--moments of tenderness, and moments of sheer joy.  With stunning performances from their friends at their wedding, and the live band at the reception, Laura & John's wedding will not soon be forgotten by those who had the pleasure to attend.

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It was truly a red-carpet worthy Dallas wedding video, and it's time to pass out awards.

Laura and John have quite a story, and their wedding guests were more than happy to contribute to telling that story at the rehearsal dinner.  Each guest had their own little bit and piece, and woven together, we found these stories to serve as a wonderful narrative thread throughout their wedding video.

So we have to thank everyone involved at the rehearsal dinner for playing their part in this wedding film.  It wouldn't be quite the same without you!  If you gave a rehearsal dinner toast, you get the first award.

 John's parents had this handkerchief embroidered for Laura with a message of their love plus her new monogram &amp; the wedding date. What a kind present to receive from your in-laws on your wedding day--especially thoughtful for the embroidery to be a "something blue" for a bride to carry.

The 2nd award goes to Dallas Event Planners DFW Events for keeping the trains running on time.  There were a lot of moving parts to make this wedding take place, and Mary Frances Hurt, Anna Staples, and many more executed the plan to perfection.

The Grammy Award goes to Think Big and the Bulletproof Brass band.  They keep getting better year after year. Every band member could have their own solo gig where they are the featured performer, but they come together to form this supergroup that knows how to keep a party going.

Let me take a moment to praise Union Station as a wedding venue.  The (Wolfgang Puck) catering is top notch, the facilities are gorgeous, and the staff knows how to get keep you fed and watered all night long.

Park Cities Baptist Church is also gorgeous--roman columns, hand-painted scripture on the vaulted ceilings, crystal chandeliers, and stained glass.  It also has a nice wide stage to accommodate larger wedding parties.

And last but not least, thank you to John and Laura.  You represent the ideals that we hope to have in every client.  While we may document your story, you are the ones that make us look good!

If this documentary inspires you to choose a Dallas Wedding Videographer, then we would be more than happy to serve your wedding videography needs.

 Laura, the bride, sent this card to John on the wedding day with the exact locations on earth where they were born and where they met, and on the other side it had the location where they got married.

White floral Wreaths on the church doors with buttercream ribbons, by DFW events