There was just something about Laura and Adam during our 1st meeting.  I loved their love.  They weren't planning this "let's party way into the evening wedding with lots of drinking and dancing."  We are very familiar with this type of wedding and they are great for lots of couples.  But not this one.  I have to tell you, their wedding was a refreshing change of pace.  I would love to see the return of the 2:00 wedding.  As you will see in one of the pictures below - just look at the way Adam looks at Laura.  You can read the love on his face.  

This couple was focused on their love that they share.  That's why I loved them so much.  Ok, it probably didn't hurt that they loved photography and videography so much that we could do as many photo shoots as we wanted... Three was the total!!!  These clips below were taken from the video.  THE Jerrod Brown had some amazing shots that I can't wait to see!  And it was fun that his Gretchen Birdwell (Gretchen B Photography) was assisting him that day.  We all had a blast!

I loved the biscuit bar, all of the hand painted signs - great details throughout.  The flowers were gorgeous and were actually from one of our former brides Amy Hurst Dyle (Ann's Balloons and Flowers).  It was a perfect October day!

She said.....

 

Yep, this is us.  After years of John harassing me to do this, I finally gave in.  The final product is exactly what we wanted, and more than we were expecting.  Our goal is to help clients - past, current, and future - get to know what we are about.  We work so closely with our couples that we get to know their love story and how they work.  Not we are letting you get to know us on a more personal level.  

 

You will not find any fancy camera work here.  This is just about the love that two people share and what they have created from that love.

 

He Said....

 

1) It's not hyperboly when she says it took me years to get her to do this.

 

2) This was a lot of fun to edit, and it was one of the most difficult edits I've done in years as the uncut interview is well over an hour long.  There was a lot of content that was funny and special to us that didn't make the cut. Mostly because you had to be there or because it was a little too incriminating.  

 

3) I was talking to a great wedding industry friend yesterday about this piece of video and explaining that this was the beginning to a new direction and focus for myself and the company.  Don't get me wrong we love love, we love creating beautiful imagery and fancy camera work.  And we can do, and will continue to do exacly that. But, it cannot be the focus of our work.  People and their stories must be the focus of the work.  As stated elsewhere on our website...

 

"It’s a beginning and an ending, it’s glorious and sad, and it’s intimate and public. In your lifetime there will be few milestones that will change the course of your future more than your wedding day. Main Street Productions understands and believes in the emotions of life. We bring these emotions to our art and look forward to presenting you a glimpse into your own past...."

 

 

Special thanks to our "camera crew", Kerri Burson and Anita Kanellis. Makeup artist, Laura Eason. Paparazzi, Daniel Taylor Photography. And to the great folks at Woodrow Hall for letting us use their space.

There is no greater feeling in this business than when a bride refers you to a newly engaged friend, except when they are family members.  It is a better feeling!  Brittani's brother (Brandon) was married last March at the Sonnet House to his beautiful bride, Mandy.  They had a wonderful wedding.  And we fell madly in love with their families.  

 

This past weekend it was time for Brittani and her handsome beau, Ryan to exchange their wedding vows at The Reserve at Oak Bowery.  The weather was perfect.  The house was beautiful.  It was the most awesome Fall day to enjoy the outside.  

 

But let me tell you who stole my heart, Rylea.  Rylea is Brittani and Ryan's 9 month old daughter.  She is beautiful!  And her little personality is perfect.  She held up on the long wedding day better than some 7 year olds that I have seen.  You MUST look at her picture below.  You will fall in love too!

 

I really loved the unique decor that Brittani and her mom had arranged.  One of the pictures below has a shot of her unusual bouquet.  Pumpkins were also used as decorations throughout the area.

 

One final thing to point out is the wicked lens flare that you see in the last picture.  LOVE it!

This past weekend we were honored to be a part of the marriage of true love, originally set up by a Greek Matchmaker.  Alene Gamel with I Do, I Do Wedding Planning recommended us to this couple and we are so glad that she did.  We had so much fun all day!  

 

These images were taken when Jerrod Brown, John and I kidnapped the couple for an excursion, much to the dismay of both the church director and Alene!!!  (The church was undergoing construction and we had to find a place to play!)  JB found the perfect place!!!  Imagine the emotion that we have in the video - can't wait!

 

Sure this was my most memorable part of the day, but there were so many facets to the wedding.  Beautiful ceremony, fun dancing at the reception.  Beautiful flowers by J Ross with Norton's. Delicious food by Kathy G. Yummy cake by Olexa's!  Az-Izz rockin' Ted's Garage.  James Meredith from Coats Classic Cars picking the couple up.  

 

And the best thing, is that everything ran smoothly and to a self-proclaimed control freak bride, that made the day!  Go Alene!

 

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When I first met with Kenny and Temeca, I just knew there was something about this couple. Temeca has such a wonderful demeanor and a beautiful smile to go with it. Then I find out that she is a model. Yep, she is THAT beautiful.  

The wedding was beautiful too.  It was our first time working at the Doubletree Hotel and the ballroom was gorgeous!  It was also our first time working with Shelia Dickson with Protocol and the photography couple of J & M.  

The best part of the wedding, hands down, was when the bride was walking down the aisle on her father's arm.  The groom was barely able to contain himself.  He was visibly excited and you could tell that he felt that he was the luckiest guy in the world.  

I love dimples.  I especially love Lindsey's dimples.  She doesn't exactly feel the same way, but she is wrong.  When combing through her wedding footage, I was just drawn to her face, her smile, and her dimples.  She is beautiful!  Mark is not so bad himself.  Together they make a great couple!

We were fortunate to get to know Lindsey in her former life in the wedding industry.  I was so excited for she and Mark to be married this September.  It is my favorite month and the weather didn't let us down - it was gorgeous for their wedding day at the American Village.  

Here are some shots that I pulled from the video footage.

Earlier this year we were approached by a romantic gentleman who wanted a unique way to proposal to his sweet girlfriend on Valentine's Day at the Alabama Theatre. John created the ultimate romantic movie, ending with Bill telling Ali how much he loved her and how he wanted to spend the rest of his life with her.  This was all shown on the big screen at the Theatre and when it was over, Bill was on one knee with her ring. It was beautiful!  And the best part, she said YES!  

So fast forward several months to a beautiful day in September.  Bill and Ali's wedding day.  Held at the always lovely Canterbury United Methodist Church, the ceremony was so touching - one I will never forget.  The guests danced the night away at the Vestavia Hills Country Club.  We had a hidden camera at the reception (this is not unusual), but when it was discovered, the bridal party had a great time dancing for it!  I might even have a shot of the groom bending down and kissing it!  Wow!  That is a MUST shot in the final video!!!! 

Please take a look at Ann Wade's images from the day. Fabulous photographer!!!  Here is her blog post.  

Our friend and Fit2Eat chef, Bob Vaningan has entered a contest to win a large amount of money to grow his business. We were honored to do this video for him.  If you don't know Bob, Darlene, or their kids (who all work for them), you are missing out.  Great family.  Great story.  

Check out the contest video below!  

WOW. Wow. and wow.  This wedding was definitely something to write home about.  The ceremony was beautiful with a full mass and a beautiful sounding choir that filled the church with melody.  The Club (although very beautiful) had never looked better all thanks to Jill Sampson, with Weddings by Jill and lighting by AG Designs.  

 

The entire event was under the careful instruction of Alene Gamel with I Do, I Do Weddings.  Alene is a perfectionist and perfection is what Jenna and Mark were given.

 There are so many details that I could talk about.  Pink draping everywhere!  The 7 tiered (or more!)cake by Jan O'Donnell, delicious!  The many food stations.  The fireworks display that was out of this world!  And then an extra treat!  The guests came back in from outside and saw the newly formed cheesecake station!  Perfection, I am telling you. 

 

And then you have the little details that most people might not see, but mean so much.  My favorite was the vintage broach on Jenna's bouquet.  It was her grandmother's.  What a special way to honor a loved one. 

The band!  Hands down, the BEST!  The Atlanta Show Stoppers.  They were show stoppers!  I love the snapshot photo below of our couple dancing and singing on stage with the band.   Wonder what they are singing?  Never fear, we have the video that goes along with this picture.  They will be able to relive the day over and over!

I know that Greg Hawkins with Studio G captured some beautiful and fun photos!  His assistant for the day was Marsha Perry!  What a great team!

As I look back on my original notes from my meeting with Jenna.  Her vision was to have an inside garden with pinks and greens.  Well, this garden was fit for a queen! 

This couple - what a delight they both are to be around.  I fell in love with Jennifer the moment we met!  We were so honored to be a part of her wedding.  The day started at Trinity United Methodist Church and ended with a lively reception at Pine Tree County Club. 

The beautifully orchestrated day was the result of the months of planning and organizing by Catherine Franklin with Engaging Celebrations.  Gorgeous floral arrangements on all of the tables provided by Carol Riley of Lillies.  And the day wouldn't be complete without the photographers - Charles and Amber Ford, who always keep the day filled with laughter.  

Let's not forget Barnaby.  He served as the ring "bear"er that the flower girl escorted down the aisle. If you haven't already guessed, Barnaby is Jennifer stuffed bear that goes everywhere with her!  He even went on their honeymoon.  But no worries, he had his swimsuit packed.  A REAL bear wouldn't go to a tropical paradise in a tuxedo.  I mean, really.