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The Woodlands At Algonkian Wedding Videography

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It started with a humble prayer when Ruth was 14 years old. She asked her Sunday School teacher to pray with her – that she would find a godly husband when the time was right. As she waited patiently through the years, she wrote letters to her future husband. Little did she know there was a boy who’s parents in Barbados were praying for a godly wife for their son. 14 years later on March 5th, 2015, that same Sunday School teacher was led to introduce her to Jamaal. That day, God spoke to Jamaal’s heart that Ruth would be his wife. Fast forward two years and here we are – the day they are married!

A quiet Tuesday morning on the river with a light drizzle of rain, but not just any day…. The day that 14 year-old Ruth’s prayer was fulfilled for good! There were deer grazing the forests and sounds of crickets as I pulled up to the park. Even though it was lightly raining, I rolled my windows down as I drove in because there was something beautiful about the mist, fog, air. I spent some moments just walking and enjoying the scenery to capture. Later I came to find the beautiful Ruth getting all ready for the ceremony!

In the hallway, Jamaal waited with his friends before the ceremony. He never stopped smiling as he was waiting! I caught a moment with Jamaal to speak to the camera about how he was feeling, and he spoke from his heart as if he were talking to Ruth. Ruth did the same when she was done getting ready, it was such a beautiful moment!

But the moments that inspired me most were the speeches given by both sets of parents. Each described how God led them to pray for their son/daughter’s future husband/wife. They also spoke of the work of God in each Ruth and Jamaals life growing up. What great testimonies!

It was such an honor being able to capture the story of Ruth and Jamaal. I can only imagine the places they will go and things they will witness in their journey as husband and wife. Congrats to Ruth and Jamaal!

VENDORS
Reception Venue:
The Woodlands at Algonkian
Photographer: Brittany Drosos
Videographer: Rachael Curry Films
Cake: Tysons Cake
Caterer: Great Blue Heron
Band: The Original Moonlighters
Dress: Befitted Tailoring
Linens: CC Linens

Mount Ida Farm Wedding Videography

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I knew Marie back in high school and when she reached out to me about doing wedding videography for her and Kyle’s wedding, I was so excited! She’s such a sweet person, and a fabulous artist herself! She also does wedding photography, so she knew the name of the game when things started to roll on her wedding day! 😃

Their wedding took place at Mount Ida Farm, with the reception in the Event Barn. The ceremony took place overlooking a beautiful pond surrounded by rolling hills of vineyards – it was so picturesque! I loved the little ring bearer and flower girl holding the “Here Comes The Bride” sign – since Marie is also a school teacher, it was sweet having small children there to celebrate with her and Kyle. All of the details and destinations chosen for their day matched Marie and Kyle so well, it was a joy to capture!

They had a great vendor team that made their day incredible!

Venue: Mount Ida Farm and Vineyards
Photographer: Kacie Deale
Videographer: Rachael Curry Films
Florist: Hedge Fine Blooms
Coordinator: Logan Powell
DJ: 20 South Productions- Mark Allen
Cake:Patricia Slebonick
Dress: Ava Laurenne
Tux: Tuxedo by Sarno
Bridesmaids Dresses: Adrianna Papell

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

Poplar Springs Inn Wedding Videography

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Kati and I were serendipitously connected back in June, just ONE month before their big day! Kati is an amazing artist and actually knows my sister which is how we were connected! One day I was on Instagram and saw my sister post a picture of a painting that one of her friends made for her. I thought it was lovely and started following the artist that had created it, and lo and behold, it was Kati! When Kati saw that I was a cinematographer, she reached out right away because she had actually been praying for God to lead her to someone who could shoot their day! Isn’t it crazy how God brings people together in just the right time?!

Kati and Josh first met at a friend’s wedding rehearsal (I love when people meet through weddings, it’s kind of ironic!), where they got to know each other and begin their relationship. Four years later, July 22nd, Kati and Josh were married!

With Kati being an artist, you can only imagine the goodies she planned for their gorgeous wedding day. She handmade all of the gold leafed name cards, designed everything herself (invitations, seating chart, table numbers, etc.) and had huge canvas wrapped paintings on display at their reception. What a treat to attend such a momentous, meticulously crafted event!

Holly Chaple designed all florals and when you watch their film, you may just be blown away when you see the ceremony site!! I know I was! The veil of white curtains nestled between rows and rows of pine trees that leads into the ceremony site was absolutely magical. The altar located in front of an arbor filled with peonies, dahlias, and everything heavenly and gorgeous was all set as the center focus where they would say “I do”.

Poplar Springs Inn in Warrenton, Virginia, is one of those places hidden away that everyone should make a trip to visit (they also have a spa and restaurant with amazing food!). The landscape is beautiful with long stone walls and archways shaded among gigantic century-old trees. The setting perfectly matched Kati and Josh because they both exude a sense of timelessness in their character and relationship. What better place than a romantic historic Inn to celebrate the marriage of these two!

VENDORS:

Venue: Poplar Springs Inn & Spa
Photographer: Abby Jiu Photography | Lisa Ziesing
Videographer: Rachael Curry Films
DJ: Make It County Entertainment
Floral and Design: Holly Chapple
Stationary: Sara Kate Couture
Makeup: Makeup by Kevan
Hair: Styled By Anna Fazio
Wedding Story: Wedding Story Writer