It is always so nice to get to know a couple before their wedding day!!! We had such a fun day shooting Myra + David’s {about us} before their wedding. It allowed us to see how deep their love is for each other. We learned how important their miniature pincher, Sophie, is to them, what a fantastic chef David is, and how well they compliment one another. Did I mention that Myra painted Sophie’s nails pink for the wedding?
Only a week later we spent a wonderful night at their penthouse with their friends and family during their rehearsal dinner where Myra’s mother proved that she was a very talented chef, after whipping up a terrific meal for 50 people. The night was full of laughter and many tears of joy!
The next morning everyone smiled and shared in their excitement for the day to come. The Hotel Shattuck staff was really a joy as they assisted with every need. While filming Myra’s dress suddenly we noticed a sensor still attached… Everyone had to band together to figure out how to get the sensor off with only a few hours before the ceremony. Family, friends and hotel staff worked hard and finally with a great sigh and many cheers the tag was removed!!!!
Some couples really want to see each other before the wedding in order to get some “shots” together. Whenever a couple asks us what do we think is best… being a bride I have to be honest and tell them that Chris and I didn’t see each other before hand. For us it was important to wait until the moment when I walked down the aisle. However, we did miss some opportunities for more photos one on one. In addition, it is always much more emotional when it happens in front of family and friends…. Nevertheless, cinematically speaking, it is great for us to have some creative footage to work with. So when a couple does want to see each other I suggest to do it alone, without brides maids and groomsmen waiting around for their photos. This allows for that special moment that is only about the bride and groom.
Why am I talking about this??? Well, because Myra and David had the dilemma of wanting images… but dreaming of the moment of first seeing each other when she walked down the aisle.. So the day before the wedding I awoke with a vision that they would meet.. but never see each other… I called Myra right away to see if she was game. The guys blindfolded David and we placed them in a way on the corner where we could see them and they could touch on another’s hand.. but neither one could see each other… not even in the mirror. It was amazing to feel the love between the two as they glanced down at each others hands.
When it was time for the ceremony.. It was hard to keep a dry eye in the house. I won’t reveal anymore.. You have to watch to see.
We just love love love Myra, David and their friends and family…
This is their SAME DAY EDIT
This is their ABOUT US
Enjoy!
Much love
Jennifer mae + Chris
