August, 2011 Archives

There are couples that you work with and after meeting them and shooting their wedding you just know that you are going to develop a friendship. Jane and Kyle are one of those couples. We have had the pleasure of not just shooting Jane and Kyle’s wedding but also Jane’s awesome sister Anna and Rex’s wedding film. This is a pair of sisters that I will always hold near and dear to my heart. They single handedly have helped us grow our business in California. This time though it was Jane’s wedding day and it was perfect. Jane and Kyle wed in Los Angeles at St. Timothy’s Church and then headed to the luxurious Century Plaza Hotel to celebrate the night away. Jane is a Graphic Artist so her wedding as you could imagine had fabulous details. In true “Jane” fashion the decor was fabulous, elegant and classic. From the raised glass vases that were packed with with a bushel of fresh flowers to the uplighting that added a to the warm ambience of the room to the menu cards designed by the lovely Jane herself it was all so perfect. Jane and Kyle were meant to be. The start of their romance will remind you of a school yard crush and got off to a somewhat stilted start. Jane’s sister Anna tells the story perfectly in her speech. There is also a “surprise” performance by Kyle for his new bride but before I give to much away just watch their film. I know you will love Jane and Kyle as much as we do!! Congratulations Jane and Kyle. Thank you for allowing Serendipity the opportunity to document your love.

Ceremony: St. Timothy’s Catholic Church

Reception: The Century Plaza Hotel

Photographer: En Pointe Photography

Florist: LV Floral Events

It all started over a pair of sneakers, “Roos” to be exact. Remember “Roos”? You probably wore them in Kindergarten just like Samer. Jamie and Samer both work in healthcare and had spotted each other walking the halls of the hospital that they both work at. To shy to just go over and talk to one another they exchanged smiles and glances for weeks until one day Samer thought that complimenting Jamie’s sneakers would be a good way to break the ice. Shortly after that one of Jamie’s co-workers set them up on a date to go hiking. Avid outdoors lovers Jamie and Samer hit it off immediately and as they say the rest is history…. Being lovers of all things outdoors it only seemed appropriate to have their wedding at one of the most authentic and beautiful outdoor venues that Arizona has to offer the Desert Botanical Garden. All of the details of their wedding paid homage to the spectacular outdoor setting. From their color scheme to their florals to their cake. Each detail is bright in color yet native to our Arizona desert. Jamie and Samer’s wedding was truly designed around who they are as a couple and what they love most when spending time together. Congratulations to Jamie and Samer. May your marriage be filled with love, laughter and happily ever after.

Wedding Planner: A Day To Cherish Weddings

Venue: Desert Botanical Garden

Photographer: Kimberly Jarman Photography

Entertainment: Groove Merchants

Florist: Wendall Florist

Rentals: Classic Party Rentals

Susan and Chris are head over heels for one another. In their appointment with me they were snuggling and holding hands and all smiley and cute with each other. They really enjoyed the wedding planning process because to them it truly was a celebration sending them off into their life together as man and wife. These two are two peas in pod. They are both educators. They are both from the midwest and have similar morals and values so it was no surprise that the blind date that brought them together lasted for hours and a few short months later they knew that this was it!! They say when you know you know and that couldn’t be more true for Susan and Chris. So when it came time to plan the wedding they decided on an intimate Destination Wedding at The Sanctuary. Susan and Chris and 50 of their closest friends and family made the journey to watch them take their vows. These two just couldn’t wait to get down the aisle. Susan at one point in the film says “Let’s rock!!”. One of my favorite parts of their film is all of the interviews. Their guests gave the most heartfelt well wishes to the newlyweds. You could tell that this couple has all the love and support that they will need to get through this journey called life. Congratulations to Susan and Chris. We know that you will have a beautiful marriage!!

Venue: Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain

Photographer: Artisan Photography

Entertainment: Got You Covered

Florist: Petal Pushers

Classic, elegant and down right stunning are the words I would use to describe this formal affair at the Paradise Valley Country Club. Everything about Tyeler and Zach’s wedding was perfectly pretty. But nothing was more perfect than Tyeler and Zach as a couple. These two just “get” each other and have so much fun together. In their interviews they are just so candid about what moves them about one another. You will catch a glimpse of their playfulness as a couple during their photo session. They are serious yet fun and have total and complete devotion to one another. You are in the presence of  true love when you are around these two. Although Zach liked the “serious” parts of the day you can tell he was ready to get the party started and celebrate the start of their life together with his new bride. Tyeler was enjoying each and every moment being a bride and trying to take it all in as the moments flew by. Now on to the girly details…. Their are uber cute details at this wedding that will make you swoon. From the splendid paper products to the fabulous florals to the ice sculpture. Get ready to be wowed!! This is one wedding I will remember forever! Congratulations to Tyeler and Zach. Thank you for allowing Serendipity Videography document your most important day!

It was a dream team of wedding professionals that day. We were in heaven working some of our very favorites!

Venue: Paradise Valley Country Club

Event Design and Wedding Coordination: Victoria Canada Weddings and Events

Photographer: Jennifer Bowen Photography

Entertainment: The Groove Merchants

Strings: String Serenade

Cake: Julia Baker Confections

Paper Products: Celebrations In Paper

Rentals: Tri-Rentals

Photobooth: The Arizona Photobooth Company

Florist: Events By Showstoppers

DJ: Chris Henson Productions

Transportation: Ollie The Trolley

Linens: Wildflower Linens

Elizabeth and Matthew’s wedding looks like a Style Me Pretty wedding. For those that don’t know what Style Me Pretty is it is only the most fabulous wedding blog out there giving brides stylish and chic wedding decor and design tips. Style Me Pretty is what determines wedding style and Elizabeth and Matthew’s wedding had that flair. So saying their wedding looks like a Style Me Pretty wedding is a HUGE compliment. From the mason jars to the chalk board table number signs to the “just married” sign to the brides green flats and the grooms striped socks. These two are adorable and their wedding was the perfect depiction of who they are as a couple. Their interviews were my favorite part of their wedding film. The down right love, adoration and respect that they have for one another is unmatched. They are the real deal. There is no doubt that this couple truly will live “happily ever after” as a terrific example of what marriage should be. Congratulations Elizabeth and Matthew. Thank you for allowing Serendipity Videography to document your love.

Venue: The Arizona Inn

Photographer: Jennifer Bowen Photography

Entertainment: DJ Butterfly

Florist: In Full Bloom