Our couples like to have fun
We met Steven & Jimmie early 2011 and hit it off straight away. I love listening to how people met and share the fun times that brought them together. From this, Jimmie was keen to create a love story that would be shown at the reception…oh how fun it was to spend a full day interviewing and shooting with them.

But this is not their love story – this is their wedding highlight. Keeping in true fashion, our amazing couple made our day super fun.

I’m not giving their wedding story away…you’ll have to watch it.

It’s always wonderful to meet a couple who are so in love – it gives me goose bumps each time. Watching Frank & Elianne as they shared their wedding day with their family & friends, I could see that their love brought so many tears of happiness.

I often think of what effects me most about a couple and for this new family, I feel it’s the innocence of love. This will be one of the things I will remember most about Frank & Elianne.

Francesco & Elianne’s feature film compliments their Same Day Edit. I would have to say that Frank & Elianne’s wedding was one of the most filled receptions that we have been part of. So many things were planned from the dance troupes to our presentation…it sure kept the room buzzing. It was great to work with one of our very good friend’s & talented colleagues, Peter Szilveszter to produce this fun filled feature film.

It’s always loads of fun to capture weddings that are full of culture. Steven, being from Macedonian background, celebrated in true culture. Andi looked stunning in one of the most elegant gowns I’ve seen. Yes, the day was filled with fun, class and loads of dancing.

Starting of in coast of Geelong, we celebrated their ceremony in a historic church – St Mary’s Basilica. We then headed back into Melbourne pier and finally to the Brighton International for the reception. Combining the talents of Shireen Hammond from Field of Vision, we had an amazing day and captured some beautiful moments.

Enjoy sharing this couple’s happiness & celebration of their love.

I have been thinking about what I could compose for Ante & Rowena’s feature film and somtimes I think simple is best. As I watch this clip I know how important the connections that these two people have with the people around them. They have grown up with their friends – and their friends have grown to be like their family.

One of our very distinct characteristics of our company is finding what makes our clients different. With Ante & Rowena we have a blending of two different cultures – Croatian & Chinese. Like anything in life, the scales need to be balanced and with their wedding day, balance was definitely there. With the candid and fun nature of the bridal party there was joy, tears & laughter.

I welcome you to share our feature film of Ante & Rowena

Ain’t they so cute
Lol, well I think so anyway…I love how Francesco – AKA Frank, kisses Elianne at the altar with such tenderness – and she has the most divine innocence as she smiles back.

So to their story. Elianne was referred to us by her cousin Pierre & his beautiful wife Mary. We filmed Mary & Pierre last year and it was a natural following that all the best suppliers were people that Frank & Elianne enquired about. Leading to their day was hectic and these two planned such an amazing wedding. All I can say was that it was a full reception celebration…fireworks, dancers and off course our Same Day presentation.

Celebrating their wedding day at Sacred Heart in Kew Melbourne, with their reception at the Ashton Manor.
In was uber cool to have Peter Szilveszter from Living Lens join us and photographer Jodee from Field of Vision.

Exposed | Down Under ~ a workshop for wedding producers
Starting out as an assistant to her husband Dean in their wedding video business, Sauvignon Media Creations, Rochelle has become a force to be reckoned with in the Australian video producers’ scene. As this year’s Australian Video Producers Association (AVPA) Vice President, Rochelle is also the Public Relations officer and has been dedicated in her quest to promote the industry through her AVPA work. Her commitment to the development of our industry was recognised when Rochelle was named one of EventDV 25 Top 50 finalists for 2009.

The efforts of Rochelle as a founding member of the Exposed | Down Under team brought some of the great international & local talents together in 2010. We have seen a national unity among wedding video producers with a motto of collaboration not competition. 2011 will be even greater with a schedule that has been well planned and contains as much value in learning and networking that is possible.

“I feel that what occurred in EDU 10 was breathtakingly inspiring. When I stood at the bottom of the theatre and looked up among all those who came, I could feel my heart busting with joy – not only for the success of the event but what it has achieved for all those who have attended. I am honoured to be a founder of Exposed | Down Under.” ~ Rochelle

Photo by Shireen ~ Field of Vision

Ante & Rowena ~ Same Day Edit from Sauvignon Media Creations on Vimeo.

Ante proposed to Rowena on the 10th October 2009 – one year later they celebrated their wedding day.

I will have to say that Same Day Edits are one of the most awesome and exciting experiences ever – this crowd gave us one of the best vocal and energetic reactions since our first SDE.

We have been planning this day since Rowena & Ante chose to book us for an SDE – we knew it was going to be a full on day. The day before we had been filming in Albury NSW and arrived back at 2am. With about 2.5hrs sleep we headed off to Rowena’s family home…crazy, yep but Dean’s cool editing blew everyone away. With 4 years experience in pulling this off, Dean calmly wove the stories of the day.

Having a mixture of Croatian & Chinese cultures made the day filled with fun. The groomsmen undertook the challenges with humour & enthusiasm – as Rowena’s sister said, “Ante was welcome into the home”.

Working with the talents of Josh Lamont from Moments Captured and one of my favourite photographers, Shireen from Field of Vision, we had the most amazing day.

We cordially Invite you to our
intimate Bridal Event with a difference!
(family & friends welcome)

Join us for Champagne & Hors D’ Oeuvres
When: Wednesday 15th September 2010
Between 6pm & 9pm

Where: Ballara Receptions
1435 Main Road Eltham

Exhibition
Extensive range of wedding industry exhibitors covering
all aspects of your wedding, including Bonita Couture.

Workshop
We will be picking 3 lucky brides to have a fabulous Make Over on the night!
Industry Experts to share tips & hints to ensure a relaxed & smooth wedding day.

Live Entertainment.

Amazing Prizes to be drawn and won on the night
totalling $3000

Grab your friends and family and REGISTER NOW for this fun & unique
catered event with Amanda at Ballara Receptions on 9431 1503

This is one of our first clips which has no bridal preparation in a highlight. Nicola & Stephen met us some time ago and shared their plan for the day. They were getting married at Ripponlea and at the time we saw them, they were still on the hunt for the ‘right’ celebrant. I recommended John Byrnes because of his quirky and jovial personality – it certainly was the right mix for them. I also recommended Field of Vision as the photography style they were looking for was exactly what Field does – a very stylish & polished look.

As dusk set, the beautiful tea candles were lit. Paul Grosveld, photographer and our ace hand model, helped Dean with some of the amazing shots that Dean captured. The night then rocked through with some great dancing and heartfelt speeches. Many thanks also to Marcus from Couch Media, who helped us with the evening shoot.

It’s our priviledge to share the highlights of Stephen & Nicola’s wedding day

Bringing the traditions of the Lebanese culture to life, Pierre & Mary had a most amazing wedding day.

Commencing at the beautiful church of St Mary’s Star of the Sea in West Melbourne & the night continued on at the Luxor Reception venue in Taylor’s Lakes.

The cultural dancing made for some amazing scenes as the guests danced through out the evening.

We were priviledged to film with Paul from Field of Vision who always makes our shooting loads of fun.