In this episode, Susan sits down with Rick Whitehead of Bass is Loaded! Mobile DJ to discuss the the reasons couples should hire a professional DJ for their wedding. Rick shares some tips for hiring a DJ and expresses his passion for being a DJ.

You can view the complete series here.

We really enjoy the melding together of these 2 great mediums (cinematography & photography) and look forward to capturing couples weddings like this in the future.

music: “You Got Me” by Tristan Prettyman

For us, it’s about knowing what lens to use when that makes our films so powerful. Each lens changes the way to tell the story. I won’t get into too many details, rather just show you a simple example of 2 different lenses, shooting the same shot, each creating a very unique feel.

In this episode, Susan sits down with Brittany Whitman from the Valley River Inn to discuss the steps she recommends taking when choosing a venue for your wedding. Brittany also talks about some tips for couples on a budget and what sets the Valley River Inn apart from other wedding venues in the Willamette Valley.

The Valley River Inn offers 15,000 square feet of function space with natural light, high ceilings, and river views, accommodating 10 to 600 guests for your wedding, and more than 250 guest rooms for friends and family attending your wedding from out of town.

Look for more in the ‘Your Day in Focus’ series on our blog soon.

In this episode, Susan sits down with Karen Stott of Avayah Photography, based in Eugene to discuss the importance of connecting with your wedding photographer, Avayah’s engagements sessions and a new service they offer, custom wedding websites .

Look for more in the ‘Your Day in Focus’ series on our blog soon.

The trip was life-changing for both Susan and I. Our perspective was completely changed, after seeing the amount of poverty in that country. We HAVE SO MUCH here in the United States. So much that I take the little things for granted. Our time in Haiti forced us to realize how fortunate we are.

Seeing the images on TV these past couple of days – seeing places we’d been in 2004, now completed demolished – has been tough. We were glad to find out that our host while there in 2004, Pastor Delamy, and his family (who live in Port-au-Prince) are okay, but thousands of others were not so fortunate. While it’s tough to see people is so much pain, I must remember that God is in control and has a plan. Please continue to pray for the people of Haiti.

Here is a post written by my cousin Carrie, who has been to Haiti multiple times. Here’s a column that my dad wrote today about Haiti. Find ways to give to a Northwest-based organization, Haiti Foundation of Hope. Or give to the Red Cross.

I produced this video after returning from the trip in 2004.

We’re already booking up for 2010 pretty quickly so if you’re interested in ‘10 dates, contact us soon.  Remember that we’re also offering 10% off any packages booked by the end of January.

We’re super excited about the couples we get to work with this year!

-Ryan

Contributors:
Photographer: Paul Thompson of Huntington House House Photography
Coordinator: Mindy Roderick
Florist/Decorations: Kim-Erin Justice
DJ: DJ Kris of DJFX Entertainment

Here’s also a look at their Love Story, which we filmed in Santa Monica. It played at their reception night, 2 days later.

Thanks to Heather, Johnny and both their families for making this a fun trip for us. Hope you enjoy the film!

In this episode, Susan sits down with Shelly Kane of  Shelle’ Wedding & Event Planning, based in Eugene to discuss the importance of understanding a couples sense of style and personality, “planning to celebrate” as well as some of the latest trends and money saving tips.

Look for more in the ‘Your Day in Focus’ series on our blog soon.

If your in the Central Oregon area stop by the Central Oregon Wedding Affair. Ryan and Susan will be manning the Vivid Wedding Films booth at Sunriver Lodge this Saturday Jan 9th. We’ll be in the ‘Heritage 2′ Room.

If you are in Eugene come by and say hello to Todd and Lorrie at the Oregon Wedding Showcase, at the Lane County Fairgrounds.

Visit either of us, in Sunriver or Eugene for the latest trends in high quality wedding filmmaking.

Contact Ryan for discounted rates into the Central Oregon Show in Sunriver.

In this episode, Susan sits down with Catherine and Q from Sweet Life Patisserie, based in Eugene to discuss what makes them different from other bakeries, wedding cake trends for 2010, and getting a great cake while working under a budget.

Look for more in the ‘Your Day in Focus‘ series on our blog soon.

Here’s a quick look – a wedding day teaser – from Heather and Johnny’s wedding yesterday at Calamigos Ranch in Malibu, California.

Again, it was great meeting and working with photographer, Paul Thompson of Huntington House House Photography, their event coordinator, Mindy Roderick, Kim-Erin Justice, their florist and their DJ Kris of DJFX Entertainment.

Here’s also a look at their Love Story, which we filmed Friday. It played at their reception last night.

Thanks to Heather, Johnny and both their families for making this a fun trip for us. Hope you enjoy the trailer.

It was great meeting and working with photographer, Paul Thompson of Huntington House House Photography (Huntington Beach), their event coordinator, Mindy Roderick, Kim-Erin Justice, their florist and their DJ Kris of DJFX Entertainment (it was a kickin’ party to be sure).

For now, here’s the Love Story that played this evening at the reception. We shot it Friday in Santa Monica and finalized the edit on Saturday.

The Vivid Crew: Todd, Ryan W, Erik, Ryan R, Susan, Lorrie and Jay

We both learned so much during the 4 days and are exciting to putting those things into action as we move ahead into 2010. More than anything though, we were encouraged by all the relationships we built with other filmmakers around the world. We’re also very thankful to the 4 filmmaker who founded the Re:Frame Collective: Kristin Bliss, Bruce Patterson, Jason Magbanua and Julie Hill.

Here’s a few photos from our week in San Francisco.

- Ryan W.

A view from the roof of the Clift Hotel in downtown San Francisco.

Todd helping Jason Magbanua during our shoot-out. Jason was demonstrating how to get the ring shots.

We had 3 models to shoot during our shoot-out at a SF park.

Todd and Ryan after the shoot-out.

One of the models we had the chance to shoot.

I loved the outfits that Whitney and Wes picked out. Fit the fall colors beautifully.

To finish up the shoot, we headed down the mountain into Leavenworth, which is a Bavarian-themed town with tons of character. Here’s a few snaps from the shoot. Thanks, Whitney and Wes for a great time….

Sunday morning we flew out to the Re:Frame Filmmakers Conference in San Francisco. We just finished out first day of classes and have been so impressed by what we’ve learned in just one day. It’s been invaluable to learn from the industry’s best and to chat and share stories and ideas with others around the world doing what we’re doing. Below is a short video done by a couple of our fellow filmmakers. It highlights the beginning of the conference.

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