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Henry Park Year One

January 26th, 2012 | by JulieHill | No Comments

I am SOOO excited to share this film!!  First of all, I love love love weddings.  And even though I don’t have kids of my own, I sure do love children too.  In fact, I have a Masters in Education!  Can you believe that? I taught elementary for a few years before I decided I needed to do something CREATIVE.  Teaching was definitely not for me, but I was thrilled when Carolyn Chen (fabulous wedding & party planner) called me about doing a “Year One” film for Mr. Henry Park — who turned ONE a couple of weeks ago.  And of course… I was super excited.  Especially because Henry’s parents are two of my favorite people… Emily & John.  (You might remember their Same Day Edit and Wedding Film (email for password) from the St. Regis Princeville, Kaua’i.)

So check out this film.  It was shown at Henry’s 1st Birthday Party.  I can only imagine what a treasure this will be as he grows up.  Who knows… maybe we will do a Year Two film?  Can you imagine yearly recap films?  As kids get older it would just get more interesting!  Their accomplishments of the year, funny things they’ve said, new personality traits, friends, skills, etc. etc!  OK I’m getting ahead of myself.  Check out this film!

Laguna Beach Wedding // Amanda & Jono Same Day Edit

January 16th, 2012 | by JulieHill | 2 Comments

Ever since Darian from the Location Connection told me about this wedding, I couldn’t get it out of my mind.  I had filmed a wedding at this amazing place (The Belle Palazzo Estate) several years ago, but only the ceremony.  I knew it was a rare find… I think the owners only lease it out for a few events a year and it has THE most amazing view of Laguna (not to mention fantastic architecture & grounds).

And then… I met Amanda & Jono.  Such a cool couple!  Amanda is originally from New Orleans and moved to Sydney, Australia for work – where she met Jono.  An Ultimate Runner (he ran like 100 something miles in one day — what?????) who is super nice and has a hilarious group of friends.  Together, they are the ultimate couple and decided to get married in the states.

The wedding was – in a nutshell – fantastic!  It featured a gospel choir for the ceremony and a “second line” right after (New Orleans tradition) as well as some Aussie influences.  The design was fantastic and the florals amazing (Tick Tock Florals did the fab job).  Amanda’s mom did most of the planning since she was across the pacific and everything came out beautifully. We also were lucky to work with Danielle from SkyeBlu for photography.  She rocked it as usual.

Enjoy their Same Day Edit! (oh and check out the clutch Amanda’s mom gave her! I want one!)

Music licensed through Song Freedom

 

 

One & Only Ocean Club Wedding // Leot & Vaughn

January 14th, 2012 | by JulieHill | 13 Comments

Ok… where do I start with this one.  I love love love this couple.  I’m sure you’ll fall in love with them too when you watch this film.

This wedding was absolutely an event to remember.  Not only did it take place in the Bahamas, but it brought together a great crowd of friends and family who all had a great time.  I just love how destination weddings bring people together for more than just one day.

Leot is super creative and quite the planner.  The cocktail hour decor was incredible… four different color palates with different themes.  And of course there was a “green” area complete with putting green and big letters L & V – just like a mini golf course!  The amount of time and attention to detail that went into this three day event was just mind boggling.

Love you to pieces Leot & Vaughn!!  Thanks for allowing us to be part of your wedding weekend!!

Notables:

Venue: One & Only Ocean Club – Paradise Island, Bahamas

Photographer:  Shane Macomber (Absolutely loved working with him!)

Floral Designer:  Cacique International

All three wedding gowns:  Monique Lhuillier (the last dress was completely re-designed by the bride and so fun!!)

Bride’s shoes: Christian Louboutin, Jimmy Choo, and Jerome C Rousseau

Groom’s Tux & Evening Jacket:  Tom Ford

 

New Mexico Wedding // Rachel & Rush

December 25th, 2011 | by JulieHill | No Comments

I’ve been meaning to blog this one for awhile – and of course I finally get a chance when I have some time to rest on Christmas Day.  Do you think I need to go to work-a-holics anonymous??

Anyhoos… this one is super gorg and a must watch.  A very beautiful and traditional Jewish wedding in beautiful Albuquerque.  Check out the photos by Jasmine Star.  Congrats Rachel & Rush!

Ceremony Venue:  Casa Rodena Winery

Reception Venue:  Hotel Andaluz

Wedding Planner:  Angel Swanson

Photographer:  Jasmine Star

Cinematographer:  Elysium Productions

Music licensed from The Music Bed

 

Montage Laguna Beach Wedding // Kristin & Rishi

December 25th, 2011 | by JulieHill | 1 Comment

Ya’ll have to check out Kristin & Rishi’s highlights from their SECOND day of wedding festivities (yes… I said second).  You can see the gorgeous photos from day one and two on Braedon Flynn’s blog.  Enjoy!

Venue:  Montage Laguna Beach

Cinematographer:  Elysium Productions

Wedding Planner:  Brooke Keegan

Photographer: Braedon Flynn

Music licensed from The Music Bed

One & Only Palmilla Wedding // Cynthia & Gil Highlights

December 8th, 2011 | by JulieHill | 1 Comment

Paradise.  It’s a word that’s often visualized but not often realized… until you visit this property.  For some reason every time we shoot at the One & Only Palmilla in Los Cabos, Mexico, it allows us to escape and truly be embedded into their relaxing environment and the vibe of the wedding we are there to film.  It’s the perfect place for a wedding because it makes you feel like there is nowhere else in the word to be except for right in that moment at that place.

Cynthia & Gil’s wedding was a stunner.  We love working with the fantastic Palmilla staff and Elena Damy Floral & Event Design who always do an outstanding job.  Most most of all, we loved working with this lovely couple and their little girl.  Cynthia & Gil are super romantic and we had a blast filming their three days of festivities.  Here are the highlights from just the wedding.

Music licensed through The Music Bed

Tribeca Rooftop Wedding // Kate & Matt

December 5th, 2011 | by JulieHill | No Comments

I had such a great time with Kate & Matt on their wedding day!  It was a bit rainy in the morning but that didn’t stop them from having a fantastic time… they couldn’t wait to get married!  We started the day at two respectively cool locations:  Tribeca Grand Hotel where the girls were getting ready, and John Allan Tribeca where the guys got ready.  Then it was off to St. Francis of Xavier for the Ceremony (crazy gorgeous church).  After a short photo session outside the fab venue (Tribeca Rooftop) it was time for their reception on the top floor – complete with city views and rooftop access.   Such a beautiful and fun day!  Congrats you guys!

Wedding Coordinator:  Rebecca from Just About Married NY

Photographer:  Wolfgang Freithof

 

 

Happy Holidays! Mendy & Tom’s Feature Film

December 5th, 2011 | by JulieHill | No Comments

Well it’s been a 3 week blogging drought due to our insanely hectic schedule, so to help get into the Holiday Spirit I thought I’d post a wedding from last year about this time.  This is one of the last weddings we shot on our trusty EX1′s but it was a goodie with bagpippers and a firetruck!  enjoy!

Venue:  San Diego Firehouse Museum

Langham Pasadena Wedding // Abigail & Oscar’s Same Day Edit

November 12th, 2011 | by JulieHill | 1 Comment

Yep… I have another awesome Same Day Edit to share!  Abigail and Oscar are super cool and their wedding at the Langham Pasadena was absolutely beautiful!  Check it out here (and love the track they picked!!!)

Collaborators:

Wedding Coordinator:  Naomi Takahashi

Photographer:  Victor Sizemore

Church:  San Gabriel Old Mission

Reception Venue:  Langham Pasadena

Floral Designer:  Creative Floral Design

Photo Booth:  Sparkle Photo Booth

Other Details:

Bride’s Gown: Monique Lhuillier

Bride’s Shoes:  Jimmy Choo

Rings: Tiffany & CO

 

 

St. Regis Princeville Wedding // Emily & John’s Feature Film

November 3rd, 2011 | by JulieHill | 4 Comments

OMG… been dying to share this wedding for like forever! You already saw their same day edit, but here is there full film! Carolyn Chen – the awesome wedding coordinator, designer, and um… travel agent & concierge (and now their “go-to” for any family party) did a little write up for this post. Here it is:

“Instead of having a large wedding with potentially 500 guests or more, Emily & John loved the idea of having a destination wedding with only their closest family & friends, and so that’s what we did. We decided on the North Shore in Kauai, at the St. Regis Princeville Resort, and Emily & John hosted 100 of their dearest & nearest. The multi-day festivities began with a welcome luau poolside at the St. Regis Princeville Resort where guests were welcomed with kokui nut leis – and included John doing the hula, guests enjoying local Hawaiian cuisine and some of the guests jumping into the pool after having lost a game bet. For the wedding day, it was a gorgeous day though rain clouds came and went sporadically (after all it’s Hawaii, and the area has microclimates) – but the best word to describe the day was Ethereal. The ceremony at Kamani Cove, was set to a backdrop of the Na nou Makana mountains & breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean in Hanalei. Emily had wanted circular seating to create a very intimate ceremony – with a circle of love made with flower petals. All of the guests were again greeted with floral leis, and we incorporated traditional Hawaiian leis for the bride & groom, and their parents.  Emily’s father, who is a Pastor, officiated the wedding – which made the ceremony all the more personable and meaningful. At the wedding reception, there was just a plethora of white flowers everywhere. With hanging candles & candles galore that created a magical atmosphere for the guests while they dined to a 5-course wine pairing dinner. The day after brunch was a reflection of how much all the guests enjoyed the wedding weekend. A lifetime of memories were created in Kauai at Emily & John’s wedding, and watching the feature film again will surely bring back smiles & laughter!”

Also don’t forget to take a look at their feature in Grace Ormonde!

More details:

Photographer:  Aaron Delesie

Floral Designer:  Martin Roberts

Wedding Gown:  Vera Wang