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Tuckahoe Plantation Wedding VideographyRichmond, Virginia

I am SO excited to finally share Anu & David’s wedding film! There was so much anticipation leading up to Anu and David’s big day. For starters, they met all the way back in elementary school and started dating towards the end of high school, so a total of ELEVEN years together. That in itself leads to some major anticipation! But that’s not all that made me giddy in anticipation about their wedding day.

When I first spoke to Anu and David when they were booking us, they explained they were going to have two ceremonies, one Hindu and one Jewish, and they would have a Hindu celebration the day before. We created a custom package that consisted of coverage of the day prior, as well as a lengthier short film. I am so glad we were able to expand coverage to include so many more moments and events. Their wedding weekend EXCEEDED my greatest expectations…and here’s why!

First off, the wedding day took place at Tuckahoe Plantation, one of my all-time favorites for its history and beautiful gardens. The entire wedding was outdoors – the two ceremonies and the reception. No roof or tents, just beautiful summer foliage and bright, sunny skies. The Hindu ceremony started with the Baraat – the groom processional. David drove down the treelined driveway in an antique Rolls Royce, with dancers leading the group of family and friends. It was such a beautiful celebration that wowed the guests waiting at the ceremony site.

One of my favorite parts to the Hindu celebration were the outfits. The gorgeous bridesmaid dresses and Anu’s accessories were out of this world. They then had an outfit change after the Hindu ceremony to move into the Jewish ceremony, which was located in the crepe myrtle grove. They signed the Ketubah, shared about their story, and broke glass. It was such a joyous, beautiful ceremony!

I don’t think I had ever experienced a wedding that was so diverse. It was the most beautiful thing to see people come together and have such a happy, wonderful day together, even though they had never met. I think that in itself made for the most unique day we’ve ever had the chance to shoot, and I will never forget it! The entire celebration was such a unique expression of marriage, and it was truly a joy to put together the many pieces of their story into one film. I hope they forever can better remember the amazing day it was through their film!

We wish the best for the happy couple and can’t wait to see where the future brings them!

Vendors:
Venue: Tuckahoe Plantation | Wedding Planner: The Blush Events | Photographer: Nicole Colwell Photography | Videographer: Rachael Curry Films | Florist: A. Morgan Event Floral Design (previously Amanda Veronee) | Hair & Makeup: Ave 42 Style Studio, Regan Wolfrey Makeup Artist | Dress: Tony Ward for Kleinfeld Bridal Dress | Alterations: Claudia of Seams Alterations | Groomsmen Suit Rentals: Generation Tux Groom Custom Tux: Hong Kong Custom Tailors | Band: Moonshine (East Coast Entertainment) | Guest Vocalist: Tanya Melamed (from the Melamed Band in Chicago) | Musicians for Indian Ceremony: Shashank Fadnis Music | Linens: Glamour Linens | Rentals: Paisley & Jade, Party Perfect, Rent Equip, Classic Party Rentals | Mandap Rental & Design: Gulmohar Weddings | Vintage Car Rental for Baraat: First Class Limousine | Acrylic Lettering: SA Style & Design Caterer: Mosaic, | Indian fare: Anokha Cuisine of India, | Russian fare: Baku Delicious, European | Deli Desserts: Shyndigz, Whisk, Pearl’s Bake Shoppe, Sugar Shack Donuts, Proper Pie | Lighting: Lighting Professors | Officiants: Rabbi Patrick Beaulier and Priest Kannan Subramanyam | Wedding Paper: Every Little Letter

Anderson House Wedding VideographyWashington, DC

I had the pleasure of working with some amazing vendors for a wedding styled shoot this past spring, and it was published on Wedding Sparrow! Hope you enjoy the film, and also the lovely photo work by Vicki Grafton!

Upper Shirley Vineyards Wedding VideographyRichmond, Virginia

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Recently graduated and bright-eyed for the future, they had no idea when they started their first job out of college in 2010 they would be meeting the person they would spend the rest of their life with!

Cass and Dave both graduated in the same class at the University of Mary Washington, but didn’t actually meet until their first day at their new job together. At work, Dave was the silly one, and Cass was the organized one who, as they put it, “actually got the work done.” Quickly, they became great friends and grew closer together as the years went on. When they were dating, Dave’s friends nicknamed Cass “The Rock” because she always balances his silly side. In turn, Dave inspires Cass to be more carefree – making them the perfect match together.

Driving up to Upper Shirley Vineyards on the wedding day had me feeling excited. Bright and clean pea gravel roads surrounded by crops and vineyards led the way to the venue, and with a warm-but-not-hot, breezy day – August doesn’t get much better than that in Virginia!

We were so excited Cass and Dave requested aerial coverage because this place is BEAUTIFUL from above! Upper Shirley Vineyards is situated on the James River across from a beautiful wildlife refuge site with lush greenery. It’s such a private, romantic, and peaceful setting for a wedding. With clean lines and southern architecture, Cass and Dave’s aesthetic perfectly matched the setting.

The ceremony was outside overlooking the water, with subtle acoustic instruments playing as guests started to arrive. Looking back, the ceremony was my favorite part of their wedding day because it matched them so well. They had fun quotes spoken by their aunt and uncle, one of which was from “When Harry Met Sally.” The officiant told the story of how they met, and then spoke a few words Cass and Dave had written about one another. Lastly, they wrote joint vows which they recited together in unison, which was SO fun and unique.

Everything about their wedding was carefully planned and put together. It felt like there were little bits and pieces of surprising entertainment that matched their personality in each part of the day. Best surprise of all – Dave’s band came out to play a set during the reception! Everyone loved it and it was a great performance at the end of the night.

We were honored to be a part of Cass and Dave’s celebration and to contribute a film that commemorates the exciting day it was! Special thanks to all of the amazing vendors involved that made their day so special 🙂

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Tuckahoe Woman’s Club Wedding Videography

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Kelsea and Brian were ALL smiles on their wedding day (and probably all the time)! They were bubbling over with laughter and joy–the rain showers couldn’t even stop them from smiling! When it’s the day to marry your favorite person on the earth, I don’t think anything could have held back their joy. And that’s what I loved so much about these two.

What also stuck out to me about Kelsea and Brian is how great of friends they are together. They are seriously madly in love, but at the same time, they are silly together. There’s a child-likeness about the two of them that I love – the joy, the laughter, it’s freeing and contagious!

The story of how Brian proposed to Kelsea gives me such a happy feeling! They live in Richmond, VA , and they like to take walks around the Museum District, and always stop to hang out outside the VMFA. This is special to me because my husband and I used to do the same – evening walks around the VMFA just enjoying each other’s company and the cute little city. Brian planned a sweet picnic with just Kelsea at the VMFA. He also hired a photographer to take photos of the proposal. She was completely surprised when he bent down on one knee!

We had the opportunity to make a Documentary Feature Film for Kelsea and Brian that focused in on their love story – in longer length. We loved incorporating details about their journey – pulling from the amazing toasts that were made by the Best Man, Maid of Honor, and Father of the Bride (total tear jerker toast by the way). Their vows were also a genuine addition to their love story!

We couldn’t be happier for Kelsea and Brian, and are overwhelmed with joy that we got to work with such a sweet couple to tell their story. Enjoy the film!

VENDORS:

Ceremony: River Road United Methodist Church
Reception: Tuckahoe Woman’s Club
Wedding Coordinator: Debbie Miller with Sunshine Events
Photographer: Shelley Bordner
Cake: The Mixing Bowl Bakery
Florist: Flowers by Zoie
Caterer: Garnish Catering
Organist: Ed Schutt
DJ: Steve Mueller
Officiant: Rev. Bill Jones
Dress: Bridal Elegance
Suits: Joseph A. Banks
Bridesmaid dresses: Bridal Elegance

Seven Springs Wedding VideographyManquin, Virginia

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When I found out Nena and Tre were high school sweethearts, I knew this would be a very special day. There’s something about meeting each other when you were kids and sticking it out into adulthood that’s incredibly endearing.

They were the most adorable, beautiful couple themselves, and their wedding day was more dreamy than I could’ve imagined. All of the days surrounding Nena and Tre’s wedding were cloudy, rainy or cold. Not only was their wedding day 75 degrees, but it even had a light breeze (perfect for video!) AND a beautiful sunny glow. It doesn’t get any more perfect! Could’ve been the buried bourbon they dug up for good luck’s sake 🙂

Driving up to Seven Springs made me feel like I was in some kind of charming 1700s picturesque scene with the tree-lined driveway and slate roofed manor house. It was a cinematographer’s dream! There were meticulously groomed box woods and bushes surrounding the estate creating distinct pathways to travel. You could even hear sheep in the distance baa-ing in their sunny little pastures!

Moving along into the bridal suite, Nena and her bridesmaids were getting ready and the emotion of Nena, being ready in her wedding dress with veil and all, made for a surreal moment. There was so much happiness and tears of joy that day!

The ceremony took place among trees in the shaded lawn. Nena’s aunt (who is the same age as Nena!) was the officiant, so it made for an extra sweet and personal ceremony for Nena and Tre. Can’t forget to mention the cutest ring bearer and flower girl running down the aisle holding the “Here Comes The Bride” scroll!!

There was never an unplanned moment because their coordinator, Christine from Wood Grain and Lace, had everything covered to a T. The entire vendor team, including their photographer, Meredith Ryncarz, made their day even more perfect. The floral arrangements by Amanda were overflowing with eucalyptus and rununculus, I just couldn’t get enough!

The party was started under the pavilion where friends mingled about and played lawn games before dinner. There was never a dull moment surrounding their day because there was so much genuine excitement for this sweet couple.

I’m honored to have been a part in capturing their day and I hope this film serves a reminder of how sweet the beginnings of their little family was that day! Cheers to Nena and Tre!

VENDORS

Venue: Seven Springs

Wedding Planner: Wood Grain & Lace

Photographer: Meredith Ryncarz

Floral Designer: Amanda Burnette

Hair: Katia Ocampo

Dress: Bridal Elegance RVA

Dress Designer: Willowby by Watters

Shoes: Badgley Mischka

Bridesmaid Dresses: Show Me Your Mu Mu

Groomsmen Attire: Vera Wang

Invitations: Epoch Designs

Rentals: Paisley and Jade

Rentals: Rent-e-quip

Catering: Champagne Taste Catering

Cake: Arley Cakes

Videography: Rachael Curry Films

DJ: Cam DiNunzio

John Marshall Ballrooms Wedding VideographyRichmond, VA

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Kelsey and Nick met through mutual friends in Tulsa, OK while going out with friends. He was in his first year of law school, and Kelsey was in a Teach for America program. At first he didn’t seem interested and then out of nowhere, he asked Kelsey on a date! Two years later, out of surprise once again, Nick proposed to Kelsey!

The first time I spoke with Kelsey on the phone about wedding videography, I couldn’t get over how sweet this girl was! It’s such a joy to make work with two people so in love with each other and so excited to have their day filmed! We later had a Skype session with both Kelsey and Nick before the big day, and my goodness are they the most adorable couple! I knew their big day would be something special 😃

The day of the wedding, Kelsey and Nick were both nervous and incredibly excited to see each other. We were able to get them to speak (separately) to the camera right before the first look, to say what they would like to say to each other in that moment. It was SO sweet! And then the first look happened — !!!! Nick was over the moon for Kelsey. They both cried, laughed and had a sweet moment together. In times like those, I love giving the couple a second to actually be together as opposed to flooding them with the camera. It’s such an exciting moment that they deserve together!

Centenary United Methodist church was such an inspiring piece of history. The vaulted ceilings and detailed architecture was breathtaking. I love when couples get married in century aged churches because there’s just SO much history there.

Following the ceremony was their reception at The John Marshall Ballrooms where they celebrated with family and friends. I felt like I was in the roaring 20’s with all of the glamorous features of that building left and right! We were able to find the John Marshall Hotel sign at sunset to get a quick timelapse of the clouds. I went to college in Richmond, VA (VCU, woo!) and always loved that sign. I knew I wanted to incorporate that into the video because it’s a great feature of the hotel that they will always remember.

Back inside they were dancing the night away with family and friends. Their marriage was such a happy occasion, the joy was contagious to all who came! We were incredibly honored to have been there to capture it all.

Congrats to the happy couple!!!

VENDORS:

Reception Venue: John Marshall Ballrooms
Ceremony Venue: Centenary United Methodist Church
Wedding Coordinator: Amy Loving at the John Marshall Ballroom & Vicki Brock at Centenary UMC
Photographer: Leigh Skaggs
Cake Baker: Incredible Edibles
Florist: Black Creek Flowers & Sweets
Caterer: Homemades by Suzanne
DJ: Music, Music, & More Music – Christian Lane
Stationer- Minted
Officiant- Pastor Matthew Bates of Centenary United Methodist Church
Dress- Annalise Bridal, Brand is Blue Willow by Anne Barge
Tux- BlackTux.com

Bridesmaids Dresses- Azazie.com

Videography: Rachael Curry Films

Virginia Museum of Fine Arts Wedding VideographyRichmond, VA

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Last year, Ashley reached out to me about wedding videography. As soon as I saw her email pop up in my inbox about her wedding, I started to get EXCITED! Ashley is an incredible artist, has great style, and loves good FOOD! So I knew her wedding would be a dream to capture and participate in!

As if she wasn’t already the sweetest creative bride who couldn’t get any better, she then went on to tell me the details of her day. Specifically that she would be having her ceremony at the church she grew up going to (St. Peter’s Parish Episcopal Church in New Kent, VA), which was also the church George Washington got married at! How cool is that?! It was so fun looking around at the historic details and architecture, all being lavished in beautiful garlands of magnolia they strung for the big day!

Not only is Ashley an artist, but Taylor is too! So the fact their reception was at The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts in Richmond, VA was a perfect fit for them! Every detail about their wedding was thought out in such detail.

One of my favorites were the wedding favors: oyster shells painted gold that held Ferrero Rocher chocolates and a small pearl! The backdrop of paintings and sculptures surrounding the wedding guests made for a sophisticated, classy, and yet intimate wedding.

As if the wedding day couldn’t have gotten better… Ashley and Taylor came out for their First Dance at the end of the cocktail hour, unannounced, and performed their well-rehearsed Tango Dance!! Ashley had told me they were doing a special dance, but I didn’t know the extent of how amazing it was going to be until they started! It was quite the surprise to the wedding guests to have such an entertaining, theatrical show as the start to an eventful evening!

We loved being there to witness and capture all of the memorable moments of their wedding day on film. The grandness of their wedding will stay in my memory for a long time. We hope this wedding video will serve as a unique reminder of the day they came together as husband and wife!

Danielle and Jordan | The Dominion ClubRichmond, Virginia

I hadn’t seen Danielle and Jordan together until their wedding day. I had heard rumors of how in love they were, so I was pretty excited to capture that on their big day. They chose not to do a First Look, which can sometimes be a bummer not getting extra footage of them together. BUT after seeing the look on Jordan’s face as Danielle walked down the aisle changed my entire perspective on First Looks. There could not have been anything more heart wrenching and adorable about that moment of him seeing her. I would urge you, if you are planning a First Look to consider the moment of seeing each other for the first time at the alter. It’s so beautiful!!
We worked with some really great vendors including Courtney Morgan Photography who was perfectly laid back and great to work with, as well as the entire staff at The Dominion Club. All in all, it was such a blast shooting their wedding and wish all the best to the newly wedded couple!!

Bolling Haxall House Wedding VideographyRichmond, Virginia

There’s truly nothing like filming two people genuinely in love on their wedding day. Their vows are so sweet I couldn’t hold back the tears while editing! They wanted to honor God on their wedding day; there couldn’t have been anything more beautiful to capture. If I could have described the day in two words it would have been (this may sound cheesy): magical and heavenly. There had been a lot of rain this past spring, but on their wedding day it was clear blue skies, and sunny with a breeze. How does that not sound heavenly?

We got to work alongside some amazing vendors including Jillian Michelle Photography who was fabulous to work with and had a great eye for shots! The day ran smoothly and stress free because of Taylor from Alyson Taylor Events. Brett and Kate really struck gold with choosing The Bolling Haxall House in Richmond, VA as their venue. This place is INCREDIBLE and loaded with antiques! The managers were extremely welcoming and joyful to be around. All in all, their wedding and marriage was definitely a magical thing to witness and create into a film. We will never forget it!