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Author: Alex Created: 3/6/2008 2:02 PM
This BLOG will provide general information regarding wedding photography and videography. Including, new trends, technology, wedding updates, new album designs, rants and raves, questions and answers.

By Alex on 9/24/2009 3:52 PM

Alex,

I just wanted to let you know we finally watched our wedding video, and you guys did a great job!  Thanks a lot!

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Anthony ( Reviewed on 9/22/2009) Read More »

By Alex on 9/24/2009 3:07 PM

Many couples stay with tradition by purchasing parent albums to say thank you to the people who, well, gave them life and in many cased help in some way with the wedding preparations and costs.

There are also many couples who know exactly what to get their mom and dad, and how did they come by this “top secret” information? They asked.

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By Alex on 9/15/2009 3:01 PM

Some Images Provided by Google Images

For many couples planning their wedding, the recent start of the football season, will certainly affect your wedding plans.

In past years, this type of post would be geared toward men however, in recent year there is an ever increasing number of women who enjoy and participate in fantasy football leagues and get caught up with the football season.  & Read More »

By Alex on 9/15/2009 11:02 AM

Although there is a great generational gap between Warren Buffet and the many couples who we see in our studio, his proven words and wisdom, is something we can all use to improve ourselves and our lives.

The advice in the following was e-mailed to me and can be applied to just about anything in life.

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By Alex on 8/28/2009 1:06 PM

So it’s another rainy day and frantic couples are calling the studio concerned with the days forecast and how it will affect their photographs.

Nothing new in the wedding industry and nothing to worry about for the husband and wife to be, as the show must and will go on!

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By Alex on 8/25/2009 1:59 PM

Fresh from my vacation in Virginia Beach, I had to talk about my travels and how a local honeymoon could mean great savings without any sacrifice.

When I ask most couples about their honeymoon and where they are going, most respond, “somewhere tropical”.

Destinations for honeymoons have become incredible and exotic, with locations such as Hawaii (In US but 11+ hour flight from east Coast and 6+ hours from Wes Read More »

By Alex on 8/13/2009 2:16 PM

I have a unique opportunity to see certain trends come and go however, when tradition plays may fuel a trend it will never go away and even influence new trends.

There was a time not too long ago when we were asked by couples if we can remove a tattoo in an image. We still get a few couples who still shy away from body art, and that is their prerogative however, tattoos are making a big splash in modern day society and how individuals choose to express themselves, including weddings.   Read More »

By Alex on 8/7/2009 11:06 AM

Being in the wedding industry allows us to interact with catering mangers, wedding planners and the many vendors which work hard at putting a wedding together.

As the result of our exposure and experience, we have learned a few secrets on reducing your wedding costs, without a big sacrifice.

When planning your reception, discuss top shelf liquor s. call brand. If you must have the best, see if you can mix and ma Read More »

By Alex on 7/31/2009 11:50 AM

Many couples will call the studio and ask how many videographers and photographers will be coming so that they can order them a dinner, often even given them the same choice as their guests.

There is also the phone call that will ask the questions or whether or not they have to provide the vendor a meal?

My answer to those questions is with the following comment. “If you worked at 10+ hour day would you want to st Read More »

By Alex on 7/28/2009 10:18 AM

Some tip big, some tip very little and some tip based on the services and some don’t tip at all. I often get asked the question of “how much”, which to vendors is better than, “do I have to”?

The short answer is no, you do not have to however, I am sure that most would agree that when the service you have received was above and beyond your expectation that would be worthy of something extra.

Gratuity has no cardina Read More »


  
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