Heather & Justin – 6.5.10
 July 2, 2010
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This was no ordinary wedding day for Heather & Justin – motorcycle accident injury, jet ski joyriding, heavy rain, groom’s entrance by boat, bride’s entrance by Cinderella carriage, traffic citations and a blacked out reception among other crazy happenings – it was “for better or worse” all in one day.  But Heather & Justin, who are clearly built to last, weathered it all with a great attitude.  The skies cleared up just in time for a most memorable lakeside ceremony and fun & sexy shots with photographers Brandy & Sticky Rammel.

The reception at the snazzy Philmore on Broadway in Fort Wayne was the picture of perfection…until the whole neighborhood lost power right before the first dance.  Thankfully, the very resourceful band Naked Karate Girls hooked up their bass to their van parked outside and used a prop megaphone for a mic, delivering an unplugged (and unlit, other than my camera light) set of party songs with amazing energy that had the crowd fired up and oblivious to the darkness and heat.  All this while Leah & Adrienne of Eventfull Planning scrambled behind the scenes to deliver as much of a “reception” experience as possible.  In the end, everyone had a blast, and Heather & Justin will have some great stories to tell – AND the video to prove it!

Photo by Brandy J Photography

(Check out the slideshow from Brandy J Photography!)

Six Weddings, One Crazy Weekend
 June 29, 2010
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My friends at Circle City Planners had been anticipating this weekend with excitement and some nervousness all year with good reason – six weddings, with FIVE on June 26! I spent a couple of hours running around guerrilla-style to each of their reception venues (Crowne Plaza at Historic Union Station twice, Laurel Hall, Scottish Rite Cathedral and two residences) to capture some of the preparations and decor behind the scenes. It was a little crazy, but Team CCP pulled it all off with style to spare.

Kaitie & Richie – 5.22.10
 June 26, 2010
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With the Indy 500 just around the corner, Kaitie & Richie brought plenty of Race Day cheer to their wedding at St. Mary’s Catholic Church and reception at the Westin.  Coverage started with a rehearsal dinner fiesta at Adobo Grill, then continued the next morning as the guys gathered for some old school shaves & cuts at Red’s Classic Barber Shop, while the gals got ready at the Westin.  After a sweet gift exchange in which the firefighter groom scored a cool new helmet, everyone headed to St. Mary’s for the beautiful ceremony.

After photos on a classic firetruck, we headed to Monument Circle for some photos with Kevin & Alicia Monahan, then returned to the Westin (who referred Kaitie & Richie to us), where some incredible race-themed decor by Kathy’s Kloset awaited us.  A bagpiper led guests into the ballroom, and the band Living Proof took over from there, tearing it up with some killer rock/R&B while the guests hammed it up for Indy Photo Booths.

Liza & Nick – 5.15.10
 June 4, 2010
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Liza & Nick enjoyed a Hoosierific wedding and reception on the Indiana University campus, starting with a beautiful ceremony at St. Charles Catholic Church, and finishing with a bang at the new Henke Hall of Champions at Memorial Stadium, all captured beautifully by videographer Laurie Foster.  From the rehearsal through their first meeting and photo moments around campus, and even during the ceremony, this was a hilarious couple who truly loved to make each other laugh. Special thanks to Cathy Teeters, who referred this amazing couple to us, and whose staff provided the superb decor while keeping the show running flawlessly.

Kim & John – 5.15.10
 June 1, 2010
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After a first meeting at the Renaissance Hotel, Kim & John enjoyed a fantastic wedding and reception at the Bridgewater Club.  Kim looked fabulous sporting makeup by Kiralee, and Anthony Wilson of On3 Photography was on hand to capture the first meeting as well as some fun shots around Carmel.  The ceremony was performed “in the round” by Dr. Scott Toussaint as the couple exchanged vows under a stunning floral chandelier created by designer Jim Holland.  Jim also helped transform the crystal-filled reception room alongside consultant Gloria Boyden (who referred this wedding to us), Evans Audio/Visual and the mother of the bride, who handled much of the amazing stationery and paper products herself.  I got to enjoy seeing Dave and Rae rock the Bridgewater for the second time in a month, while the guests hammed it up for Chad Franz and his Freezeframez photo booth.

Photo by Freezeframez

(See more fun photos on the Freezeframez Photobooth Blog!)

Lauren & Val – 5.2.10
 May 9, 2010
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Lauren & Val’s enjoyed an intimate wedding in the chapel of Meridian Street United Methodist Church, followed by a fun reception at the Indianapolis Museum of Art.  Val and the guys started the day with some competitive soccer at Sports of All Sorts, and I was in the perfect spot to capture one of the groom’s goals. After the ceremony, everyone hopped on a trolley as we headed out to the IMA and dodged the rain for some photos with Morgan Matters.  The Deer Zink Pavilion was beautifully decorated by Circle City Designers, and Kahn’s Catering (who referred this wedding to us) provided their usual outstanding service throughout the evening. Wes Adkins of Event One DJs had no trouble keeping the dance floor packed despite the smaller crowd.

Photo by Morgan Matters Photography

(See more photos from this wedding at Morgan Matters’ blog!)

Keelin & Brad – 4.24.10
 May 1, 2010
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Keelin & Brad found me at the top of the IndyChannel.com A-List, and I’m so glad they did. This super-spunky couple exchanged vows at Tabernacle Presbyterian Church before celebrating at the Sheraton City Centre. Katie of Katie & Kristin Photography was great to work with, and I loved their photo booth setup. The decor provided by JP Parker Flowers was wonderful as always. And DJ Greg Binder (a.k.a. Dr. Dance) gave the couple’s colorful sneakers as well as the rest of the crowd a good workout on the dance floor. As I type this, Keelin & Brad are honeymooning in the very same St. Lucia resort where I filmed a wedding a few weekends ago. Lucky them!

Photo by Katie & Kristin Photography

Tracy & Jeff – 4.17.10
 April 24, 2010
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Tracy and Jeff brought a laid-back attitude as well as a great sense of humor to their wedding day, which included a ceremony at St. Luke’s United Methodist Church and reception at the Bridgewater Club. Photographer Maya Laurent was right there (on a broken foot, no less) along with me for preparations at their home, their first meeting at the church, and some fun shots at the clubhouse. Consultant Leah McFarland of Eventfull Planning, who referred the couple to us, did a spectacular job throughout the day, with amazing decor by Sweet Pea Floral to work with. Dave & Rae rocked the house with their full band with an emphasis on 80’s rock music.

Photo by Maya Laurent Photography

(More photos at Maya Laurent’s blog!)

Asha & Tyrone – 4.16.10
 April 19, 2010
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Just days following an epic wedding weekend in St. Lucia, Asha & Tyrone celebrated their union once again at the Conrad Indianapolis. The extended highlight clip of our big weekend that I put together in two days was planned as the focal point of the evening’s entertainment, and we couldn’t have been happier with the crowd’s reaction to it.

It was a treat to see everyone again, and to work for the first time with great vendors like makeup artist Abby Prather, Megan W Photography, DJ Indiana Jones and Yanni Design Studio out of Chicago, who executed Asha’s stunning event design. I’ve seen many incredible room transformations at the Conrad, but this one will be nearly impossible to top.

Asha & Tyrone – 4.11.10
 April 18, 2010
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I don’t know how I can keep this short and do this spectacular event justice, but suffice it to say that Asha & Tyrone’s wedding weekend in St. Lucia was truly an experience of a lifetime. Thursday was spent traveling with Tyrone and his family from Chicago, meeting up with Asha in Atlanta, and settling in at the Windjammer Landing Resort in St. Lucia. Some of our Friday activities got rained out, but we still enjoyed a superb breakfast to start the day and a fun fish fry dinner in the streets of Anse la Raye. Saturday was especially fun, as we took an all-day cruise around the island, making stops to explore a waterfall, volcano, plantation, swimming & snorkeling.

Sunday was the big day, with “big” being the operative word here. There were over 150 guests, including the Prime Minister of St. Lucia, seated for the ceremony under a huge private tent on the resort’s beach, with fantastic decor and plenty of time devoted to music, readings and other formalities involving the couple’s many loved ones. After some photos with Dianna Hart, the four of us hopped on a boat ride to the reception at The Edge Restaurant, where we were greeted by more amazing decor, mouthwatering food, lively music and lots of happy faces ready to help the Asha & Tyrone celebrate in style.

I arrived back in Indy on Tuesday morning, but my work was just beginning, as I now had two days to assemble the previous four days’ worth of footage from four different cameras into an extended highlight video to be shown to the couple Thursday, and then their guests at the local reception on Friday. I’m not usually around to see our clients’ reactions to our videos, so Asha & Tyrone’s stunned, tearful response was a moment I’ll never forget. The reception at the Conrad provided a chance for many friends and family members who could not travel to St. Lucia to celebrate with the couple, and for me to work with Megan W Photography, DJ Indiana Jones and event designer Yanni Design Studio for the first time.

A special shout out goes to the Omni Severin’s Rebecca Raymond for referring this adventure of a lifetime to me. Thanks as well to the couple’s guests for the hospitality, companionship and ample helpings of laughter while in St. Lucia. Finally, a huge thank you to Asha & Tyrone for letting me be part of your incredible week, and for your military service to our country.

Photo by Dianna Hart Photography