Stonegate Mansion | "A Cowboy Hats & Cannoli kind of Wedding" Monica and Mike

Monica and Mike contacted me at the last second to create their wedding video, and I was thankful for their invitation.  Their event was a unique blend of passionate Italian and Latin heritage placed within the easygoing western tempo of Fort Worth.  Cowboy hats, bbq, and cannoli!

  

Check out their ceremony location, the Marty Leonard Chapel. If you're planning a wedding in Fort Worth, this is a place to consider.  Designed by E. Fay Jones (no relation), a protege of Frank Lloyd Wright and the designer of the famous Thorncrown Chapel in Arkansas, the Leonard chapel has Jones' signature design which allows bountiful natural light for picture taking.  Even better, it needs little to no extra decorating!

On hand to plan, entertain, and document the event was the all-star team of wedding coordinator Shari Johns, DJ Randal Stout, and photographer Gary Donihoo of f8studio.

There's plenty of B&W Super 8 Wedding film in development, so stay tuned for more in the weeks to come.

Thanks Monica and Mike for finding us!  Your spirit made us high!

jones

Ceremony: Marty Leonard Chapel
Reception: Stonegate Mansion
Wedding Coordinator: Shari Johns, As you Wish Events
Photographer: Gary Donihoo, f8Studio
Emcee and lighting: Randal Stout

Austin Wedding Video at Lakeway Resort and Spa, Alana & Brandon

I finally had the privilege of creating an Austin wedding video for an event by Austin wedding planner Dawn Earley of Your Own Fairy Godmother, and she sent me the right couple!

I've been looking forward to meeting Alana and Brandon all year.  Great, positive kids who were really excited about getting some super 8 wedding footage.  They certainly gave me a pretty event to shoot!  Take a look at some of these amazing photos from photographer Tyler Schmitt.

Alana and Brandon, thanks for having us along to be your Austin Wedding Videographer.  I look forward to showing you more of your wedding video in the future.  We've got lots of beauty to present!

jones

Wedding Coordination: Dawn Earley, Your Own Fairy Godmother
Photographer: Tyler Schmitt
Ceremony and Reception: Lakeway Resort and Spa
Reception Entertainment: The Crush Band
Specialty Lighting: Ilios
Photobooth: Say Cheese
Rentals: Marquee Rents
Cake: Simon Lee Bakery
Ceremony Strings: Arundel Ensemble
Fireworks: Austin Wedding Fireworks

Dallas Wedding Video & Super 8 Wedding Film @ Belo Mansion

It was such a laid back day at Kristen's house for her backyard ceremony that I had NO idea how energetic her guests would be at the reception.

There was one man who did a jumping split during this dance - I got the tail end of it - see if you can spot it.  My jaw hit the floor shortly after he did.

We loved shooting their wedding video both to combine video and super 8 wedding film.  It blends together nicely.

Another great couple, and another great event.  Thanks Kristen, Nathan, and family for having me along, and thanks to Shelly and Clay for the referral!  We are honored to have been chosen as your Dallas wedding videographer.

jones

Event Designer: Holly Tripp
Photographer: Paul Dyer, VIM Studio
Gown: LuLu's
Tuxedos: Mister Tuxedo
Reception: Belo Mansion
Floral: Freesia
Cakes: Frosted Art
Linens: BBJ
Rentals: M&M Special Events
Cocktail Music: Duo Renard and Mark Miller
DJ: Robbie Hazelbaker
Reception Lighting: Absolute Lighting
Valet: Gold Crown
Makeup: Shannon McCall/Kristin Colaneri

New Orleans Wedding Video and Super 8 Wedding Film, 10 of 10

Just as we began, we end with Ian's toast.  Ian had a way of finding the right words for the right time, and you can see in the wedding video how engaged the guests were in the love that poured from his heart

This New Orleans wedding has made me high.

In the future - final thoughts and some photos from Stephen Karlisch.

jones

Event Design: Van Wyck & Van Wyck
Catering: Joel
Wedding Planners: Crescent City Consultants, Pat Denechaud
Ceremony: Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church
Bridesmaid's Luncheon: Galatoire's
Rehearsal Dinner: Arnaud's
Bridal: Vera Wang, provided by Mimi's
Photographer: Stephen Karlisch
Horse and Buggy Royal Carriages
2nd Line Band: Storyville Stompers
Cigar Roller: Cigar Factory of New Orleans
Fresh Reception Taffy: The Roman Candy Man
Reception Entertainment: Jimmy Church Band

New Orleans Super 8 Wedding Mother Son Dance

Trevor's heartfelt tribute to his mother at the rehearsal dinner was only matched in emotional intensity by their celebratory dancing at their New Orleans wedding reception.

The Jimmy Church Revue laid it down, taking no prisoners for a number of sets as the guests danced non-stop until 2 a.m.  The energy was likely to blow the roof off the tent had it continued much longer.  At first, I thought the neighbors might object to such a late night celebration, but then I remembered...

...this is New Orleans!

Apart from dancing, guests could choose to go outside the tent and have a fresh cigar rolled by the Cigar Factory of New Orleans or enjoy some handmade taffy from The Roman Candy Man, a New Orleans fixture for as long as most can remember.

Next Tuesday's New Orleans wedding video clip - the finale!

jones

Event Design: Van Wyck & Van Wyck
Catering: Joel
Wedding Planners: Crescent City Consultants, Pat Denechaud
Ceremony: Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church
Bridesmaid's Luncheon: Galatoire's
Rehearsal Dinner: Arnaud's
Bridal: Vera Wang, provided by Mimi's
Photographer: Stephen Karlisch
Horse and Buggy Royal Carriages
2nd Line Band: Storyville Stompers
Cigar Roller: Cigar Factory of New Orleans
Fresh Reception Taffy: The Roman Candy Man
Reception Entertainment: Jimmy Church Band