Jasmine and Jonathan came in to meet with me several months ago about their wedding. They knew right away they wanted Creative Unlimited to capture their day, but money was tight and so they started off by booking us for 2 camera raw coverage to at least have amazing raw footage. If you’re on a budget, it’s the way to go, to ensure you still get a great video.
At the meeting Jonathan joked about getting a second job so he could upgrade to an edited package. A few weeks later he surprised me with a message to say that’s exactly what he did, he got a second job as a teacher’s assistant, and they wanted to upgrade their package. He was actually very happy about it, with the extra money from the second job, he was able to take care of all of the wedding bills, and even paid us in full early. I was like “Are you sure, you really don’t have to, the final balance isn’t due until 2 months after”, but Jonathan and Jasmine wanted no bills to pay after the wedding.
We get a lot of calls from people “on a budget” lately. Of course, everyone’s still having a dream wedding, but when it comes to video they’re “on a budget”. Jasmine and Jonathan said, we’re on a budget, but we’re going to do what we can to fit you into our budget. As much as any client we book with no complaints about the cost, these two were just a wonderful reminder that if you think it’s worth it, you’ll make it work. That goes for anything in life. I feel truly blessed to have such great clients, and I mean all my clients, but I definitely appreciate Jasmine and Jonathan working hard to have us be a part of their day.
Me, Jasmine, Jonathan and Dave
The wedding was this past Saturday, November 7th. Dave started a little earlier then me with Jonathan and the guys in Newark NJ. I started with Jasmine and the girls in Woodhaven, NY. Queens baby (I grew up in Flushing). It was a flurry of hair and makeup. I got some great outtakes of “teased” hair, haha. Wow it gets big. Jonathan stopped by to drop off rings (without seeing his bride), and told me they had a lot of fun with Dave at the house, and he got some crazy shots. Can’t wait to see that footage.
The Ceremony was at the Jesus Revival Church, also in Woodhaven. I overheard the pastor telling Jonathan about how that moment was like the world series, final game, top of the ninth, bases loaded, and Jonathan could win the series with his hit. Haha, of course a baseball analogy this time of year. The ceremony was very sweet, and provided a few laughs as Jonathan shouted “YES I DOOOO!!!” when asked, haha. Jasmine replied the same, they had everyone laughing. The couple also sang a beautiful song too, with some great harmonies. Really well done actually, they’re very musical.
We stopped at the J train station after the ceremony for some really cool shots by the turnstyles and on the platform, and then we went to a nearby park. Jonathan shared about how they walked all over the city when the were dating, just walking and talking, which prompted a walking and talking shot, haha. The reception was at Il Palazzo by Villa Russo in South Richmond Hill, NY. It provided us with some unique opportunities because of a wrap around balcony for their room, which Dave used to capture some great shots of their entrances, and first dance. He ran up there for the ChaCha slide too, haha. Nothing like aerial shots of line dancing.
Instead of the garter (although she did toss the boquet), the couple played a newlywed game with their shoes. They each held one of their own, and one of the other’s, and the DJ asked a few questions like “Who’s the better driver?, Who made the first move?, Who hogs the sheets?” and they would hold up her shoe or his, or sometimes both. It was cute, my first time seeing that game.
This couple was just a joy to be around. They are very happy together and were very happy to have us at the wedding. It was just a beautiful day. I really go out of my way to make every couple feel special, and somehow my clients always make me feel special too. Thanks guys, and congratulations.
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