ALL of the credit for this video goes to a guy that has worked with us for years behind the scenes.  He shoots with us, edits for us, talks tech to John when I could care less.  Justin is a great guy, who happens to have loads of talent.  He shot and edited this wedding for Main Street Productions.  He is starting to have his own following among MSP brides! 

When Leigh Ann and Josh were planning their wedding at Rosewood in Pinson, Alabama, Renee (the owner) told them how important video would be.  Thankfully they listened.  Just a short time after the wedding, Leigh Ann's beloved grandmother passed away.  We all know our loved ones won't be with us forever but something about them leaving us unexpectedly makes it harder.  Not only do they have wonderful memories of grandma dancing at the wedding reception, but they also have a wonderful video to watch.  Thanks Justin!

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

    205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions

For some time now, I have been debating on whether to publish this post.  But I think I am to the point now where I hope that it will do a lot of good. 

Wedding vendors are a tight knit group.  We work hard, put in more than our fair share of hours and then get up and do it all over again.  We also socialize with each other.  When you don't have normal co-workers to complain to, be excited for, you look to each other for valuable information or reassurance.  The good ones realize what an important day your wedding can be and are excited about being a part of it.  

But what we are hearing is disturbing.  Brides are talking with each other about how to get discounts from vendors, or how to yell and scream to get something for free. I even saw a chain of posts on The Knot's forums on this very thing.   The advice consisted of being dishonest in talking with her vendors, using cut-throat tactics, all just to get some small percentage off. 

I would just like to say that this is not the best approach.  Here is a little known secret in the wedding industry. 

Be really nice to your vendors.  Treat them as an artist of their craft.  Treat them like real people.  Respect them. 

You might be suprised what you get for free.

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

    205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions

I LOVE this couple!  They are beautiful on the inside and outside, with a whole lot of fun mixed in.  Alicia and Evan live in Montgomery with the cutest pooch around!  Evan plays for the Toronto Blue Jays (I'm told this is professional baseball, sorry sports fans, I can't keep up!!) and I bet he is good at his job.  From my first conversation with his mom, I could tell how proud she was of him. It was an honor to be able to document this FUN wedding for their families.    

This highlights video makes me smile, all 4+ minutes of it.  I love the flower girl's subtle reaction to the bride and groom's first kiss. I really love the way this charming groom takes off the bride's garter.  It was hilarious! Oh and look for the clip of the bride's father wheeling across the dance floor.  Priceless.  

Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

    205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions

One of Birmingham's best hidden gems is a place in Chelsea called Autumn Ridge.  It is a beautiful home that serves as a fantastic place for a wedding.  The ceremony area overlooks a massive open sky that is instantly calming.  Check out more details from this new venue by watching Liz & Nick (and Luke's) wedding highlights. 

Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

    205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions

Family and friends - This is the place hold for the live streaming of Millicent and Steve's wedding ceremony on Saturday, August 31.  The link will become active about 30 minutes prior to the ceremony start time. We are "off air" now, but when it comes time you will see a play button below.  Just click and watch!  

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Angela S. Deaver | 

Main Street Productions

 | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

    205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions 

Hello family and friends!  This is the place that you will be able to watch Michelle and Greg exchange their wedding vows on Saturday, August 10, 2013 at 6:00.  You will see a video box below that around 5:40 will become active.  Just click the play button and watch their beautiful ceremony!  Editor's note: UStream had a little bit of a hiccup during the ceremony so the broadcast was divided into two links.  

Video streaming by Ustream

Video streaming by Ustream

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions 

Who doesn't love a great surprise?  Especially when you get to surprise an entire room of people, including the bride and groom.  

When Rachel's sister-in-law, Stephanie came to us looking to do a Same Day Edit, we were thrilled! We first met Stephanie many years ago through her company (Engaged, A Wedding Library)/PWG Birmingham and instantly became friends.  She is a savvy business woman who loves her family dearly. 

Rachel arranged an all-star team for her wedding.  You hear if often but sharing a wedding day with a family is an honor, no matter how many times you do it.  

Take a look at this SDE highlights of their special day!  Thanks to Ginny Au with Bits and Bobs, Stephen DeVries Photography, Event Rentals Unlimited, Dreamcakes Bakery, Molly Stilley (bride's hair and makeup), Prince of Peace Catholic church, Happy Catering, The Club, Rare Transportation and HotHouse Design Studio.

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer | 205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions 

If you could only give one word to describe this wedding and couple, it would be fun! It was the kind of wedding that you just fell apart of the wedding party. They had known each other for so many years and they just welcomed us right in.

Thanks to Alene Gamel with I Do, I Do Weddings, Kim Box Photography, and the Capitol City Club for making it all perfect!

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

   205-669-1421 | 205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions 

For the past few years, we have seen the popularity rise for Same Day Edits (you can read about them here), but recently the Next Day Edit appeared on the wedding scene.  As a vendor, I am not sure that they are any easier than a SDE; they actually might be harder to produce (because you are tired from the wedding already but still have to stay awake and edit throughout the night).  But the impact is still very high.

For this clip, our family wanted a little entertainment for their Farewell Brunch at ALOFT Hotel on the Sunday following the wedding.  We created this piece to not only help everyone to remember all of the details that came together to make a fabulous wedding but it also gave their family and friends (that were absent) a way of feeling a part of the celebration.

It was delivered that morning and our wonderful editor, John, came home and promptly went to bed!

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

   205-669-1421 | 205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions 

I just received these kinds words from our mother of the bride from this past weekend. Her daughter, Abbie, was married at the always gorgeous Shoal Creek Country Club.

"Just wanted to send you hugs and kisses and thank you for sharing your weekend with us.  You were so sweet and I love sweet, sweet people.  Can't wait to see what you and your husband captured.  I know it's going to be great.  So glad we were told about yall.  You both were wonderful and so delightful to work with.  You seemed like one of my girls."

Some families stand out more than others.  This family is one of those families.  I LOVED the way the dad looked at his baby girl as a bride.  You could see how proud he was and how much he loved her.  We created a special time for the FOB to see his daughter and it was filled with emotion.  Dad was crying, Abbie was crying, Stacy Richardson (photographer) was crying, I was crying; we were all boo-hooing.  I can't wait to see the footage from this part of the day.  

I was so honored to receive this email; I just had to share.  The feeling was mutual. 

And now a few quick iPhone photos that I took during the day.  

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Wedding Videographer

   205-669-1421 | 205-612-9574

"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." - John Deaver, Main Street Productions