You know what they say about weddings in June! Wait, let me Google that.. According to Google June was typically thought of as a high wedding month because of Juno- the Roman goddess of marriage. I'm not sure about gods and goddesses but this wedding was definitely blessed!

Nick and Lex's wedding was certainly a picturesque June Wedding! The weather was beautiful, the ceremony went off without a hitch, there was a puppy present,  and the people surrounding this couple were loving and fun. All of that coming together to form a perfect June wedding in the Saint Louis. 

Not all weddings have a big reveal to their bridesmaids but when it happens it can be a real tear-jerker. Watch the big reveal caught on film and try to not get out a tissue when Lex's sister goes in for a hug!

Thank you to the couple and to their family for allowing me to come in last minute to document such a perfect day!

Special thank you to my colleague EJ for being my second shooter during this event! She's super talented at bringing in a creative edge to her shots!

Full highlight video is below!

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Sometimes your work takes you on some really cool adventures! In April I had the privilege of following Ashley and Michael on their special day through the Saint Louis Zoo! 

I didn't even realize that you could have a wedding at the STL Zoo! The wonderful Zoo provided a couple of people movers for the wedding party so we could move easily throughout the park during the photo session.

Half of the fun was seeing the wedding party just enjoying themselves in this environment! After we wrapped up pictures, Ashley and Michael were able to walk down the aisle right inside the gates by a beautiful fountain and then have a little party by the lake! This was definitely a memorable wedding! Many thanks to Ashley, Michael and their wonderful wedding party.

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Favorite moment caught on film!

Second favorite moment!

Huge shout out to Amy Herrick Bush our amazing photographer! Check out her wedding photography at the Saint Louis Zoo right here. The images in my blog are screenshots taken from my footage. Amy's photos are amazing!

For more information on renting the STL Zoo for special events check this out.

Please note that video was shot by myself (Holly) but was not edited by Silver Autumne Media. Video belongs to Complete Weddings and Events

One of the phrases I hear a lot when I film weddings is "I wish I would've had a wedding videographer at my wedding!"

I just had this conversation a few weeks back with the maid of honor as the bridal party were getting pictures by the St. Louis Arch. She went on to explain that they had one camera set up during the ceremony but no one was attending to it and the results were almost unwatchable.

So I'm gathering all my favorite timeless shots from the weddings I've filmed in 2017 (so far) to have a list of moments that might have been forgotten if it weren't for the camera rolling at the right time.

This is number 14 from a long list I'm compiling. No, they're not in any particular order at the moment! For now we start in the middle.

Today's highlighted moment is from a few weeks back. It's what I call the "Disney Princess" dress movement. What added to the Belle-like swish of Kelsey's dress was the Disney tunes that played throughout the night! There were elements of a fairy tale all throughout Kelsey and Tony's wedding without it being too heavy handed. It was truly a beautiful wedding. Congrats to these two!

Earlier this month was my first Prom. Not only my first time filming a Prom as a videographer but it was my very first Prom!

There just aren't many formal occasions to attend when you're home-schooled!

I wasn't too sure what to expect but after a few conversations with the organizers on the timeline of the evening I began to feel comfortable.

I feel confident in the footage that I gathered however I did note a few details that may be helpful during my next prom shoot.

1. As goofy and as fun as teenagers seem to be.. they do tend to shy away from a surprise camera. In retrospect I'll need to announce my presence and intent a little more clearly next time!

2. Use the overhead camera more. For this shoot I packed my second camera on a monopod just in case I needed some more creative and mobile shots. After viewing that footage, I wish I had spent more time using it. The overhead shots were a nice break from my straight on footage. Next time I'll spent more time gathering on that POV.

3. Don't be alarmed at the overheard bathroom conversations. Ok, this is was more entertaining then alarming. I'm just surprised at the plots and how these kids think they can get away with it. Definitely made the night more interesting!