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There's no such thing as a June bride
Photo courtesy of Breanna Fogg Photography

Photo courtesy of Breanna Fogg Photography

Being the wedding industry, we have to remember that not everyone lives and breathes weddings and events like we do.  Sometimes we have moms of the brides that haven't planned a wedding in over 20 years.  

A couple of months ago, I was chatting with a MOB that had called about using us for their wedding videography. The bride was getting married in May of this year.  After telling the mom that we were not available, she made a comment that I had not heard before.  She said, "I guess there is no such thing as a June bride anymore." Although I was raised in the South, I don't know a lot of the typical Southern phrases.  So I consulted Google.  

According to folklore, "The goddess Juno was the protector of women in all aspects of life, but especially in marriage and childbearing, so a wedding in Juno's month was considered most auspicious."  Well there you go.  

Wedding season, here in the South, can range from March until October, and many brides choose the cooler months to have a Winter Wonderland-themed wedding.  We don't find that June is the only month that people want to get married.  Some months are so busy you forget to eat (almost!).  To get the pick of the vendors you want, plan on booking them a year out. It's not always necessary, but remember June is not the only month that brides want to get married.

 

 

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Michelle and Donnie | Sunday afternoon wedding at the Sonnet House | Birmingham Wedding Video

Michelle and Donnie have a beautiful love story.  We were so thrilled to be a part of their Sunday afternoon wedding at The Sonnet House, in Leeds, Alabama.  

"Michelle chose soft, neutral colors for her wedding. For her bridesmaid’s dresses she handed out paint chips to her girls with the color palette she wanted. The result as each bridesmaid wearing a beautiful dress {in the proper color scheme} that was perfect for her body and most likely a dress they will wear again. The flowers were romantic, whimsical blooms and garlands perfect for a fall day." - The Sonnet House.  To read more, click here

Birmingham Wedding Photographer: Leslie Hollingsworth Photography | Venue: The Sonnet House, Birmingham | Wedding Dress: Marisa from Bella Couture with Badgley Mischka peep toe heels | Bride's Cake: Olexas | Groom's Cake: Edgar's Bakery | Entertainment: Feel the Beat Entertainment | Extra treats: Steel City Pops | Birmingham Wedding Videographer: Main Street Productions | Music licensed by The Music Bed

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Alabama Wedding Video |

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And for a quick 15 sec #Instagram clip of the day, 


Burying the Bourbon | A Southern Tradition
Rachel and Scott

Rachel and Scott

Occasionally I see posts from our brides and grooms where they have a shovel in one hand and a bottle of bourbon in the other.  They are carrying on the Southern tradition in the hopes to have perfect weather for their wedding day.  There are a few guidelines that you are supposed to follow. 

  • Bury an unopened bottle of bourbon (upside down) exactly one month before the wedding day
  • Towards the end of the night dig up the bottle and enjoy it with your guests 

I have to say burying it on the site of your wedding venue might reduce your deposit, so don't blame me!  Maybe you can just bury it in your backyard and hope for the best!

Heather Durham Photography had a great post recently on this same topic.  Love her pictures!

So Grandpa buried the unopened bottle of bourbon one month before the wedding, at the exact time of the wedding, at the...

Posted by Heather Durham Photography on Saturday, April 18, 2015

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

angela@mainstreetav.com

205-612.9574

North Carolina Engagement Session Video

Cupcake and Pooky (Stacie and Tyler) wanted their engagement video to be filmed in the mountains of North Carolina. It had become a special place to them over 8 years of them dating.  How could we say no to this gorgeousness! 

This video debuted at their rehearsal dinner last Friday night in Atlanta, GA.  Watch and see who the real star was for the day....His name is Oakley.  

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Angela S. Deaver | Main Street Productions | Birmingham Engagement Video |

angela@mainstreetav.com

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We've been keeping a secret....
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For two months now, we have had to keep a secret from everyone.  It's a secret that we are so excited to announce!!!! It's a secret that will not only help Main Street serve their clients in an even better way, but also allow us to collaborate and grow as film makers. 

Officially beginning today, well March 1, we are so proud that Main Street Productions is aligning with Bill Wilson (of SunDolphin Productions)!  Fedora and all.  Bill brings a decade of experience creating perfect wedding films for brides, grooms and their families.  He has raving reviews from both his couples and the vendors that he works with. Plus he wears a mean fedora.  Have I mentioned he loves fedoras?  And we love Bill! In the next couple of days, you will be able to read more about Bill and his passions.  Please join Chris, John, Amanda and myself in welcoming Bill! 

To reserve Bill for your date, contact us today!  

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

angela@mainstreetav.com

205.612.9574

 

Kara and Josh | Aldridge Gardens | Hoover Wedding Video

We've adopted Kara and Josh.  Technically they were one of Chris's last weddings with his own company so it is not a Main Street film.  But John did help Chris film this beautiful Fall wedding at Aldridge Gardens in Hoover, AL.   

So we adopted them! One look at Kara's smile and you are instantly in love with her and her little family.  Their wedding vows were so sweet to each other. Take a peek and see if you don't fall in love too!

To check out the photographers images from the day, click here! 

Wedding Planner: Becky Baker, Becky's Brides | Photographer: Sweet Julep Photography|  Ceremony and reception venue: Aldridge Gardens | Flowers: CeCe Designs | Linens: Decor to Adore | Caterer: Imperial Catering | Cake artists: Christian Terrell of Pen and Pastry and Whisk | Entertainment: Feel the Beat  | Bridesmaids Dresses: Bella's | Groom's Attire: Mr. Burch Formal Wear | Music: Licensed through Music Bed

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

angela@mainstreetav.com

205.612.9574

Beth and Jason | Hiking Ruffner Mountain to get married

It was an early, V E R Y early, November morning when one out-of-shape videographer (and a lovely assistant) climbed Ruffner Mountain to capture two love birds saying I do.  It was also V E R Y cold!!

When Beth and Jason first told me that they wanted to do a two-part wedding, I was intrigued.  We love our out of the box couples and this was definitely something unusual.  A sunrise ceremony with just their photographer (Allison Lewis Photography), us and a hand full of people. The reception would come later in January.  Perfect.

This video was shown at the January wedding reception so the guests could witness the couple exchanging their wedding vows. I love the organic feel to it.  I love how the couple shared hot coffee before starting the hike.  I hope you enjoy it too!

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

angela@mainstreetav.com

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LaShay and LaDarrius | Birmingham Botanical Gardens

On their 7th anniversary, LaShay and LaDarrius were married in the beautiful Birmingham Botanical Gardens in Mtn. Brook, Alabama.  The two didn't know that when they met as young teenagers that they would end up being husband and wife years later.  What an awesome story!

Wedding Planner: Courtney Wolf, Invision Events | Photographer: Robert Norris Photography|  Ceremony and reception venue: Birmingham Botanical Gardens | Flowers: CeCe Designs | Caterer: Kathy G| Cake artist: Jan O'Donnell| Transportation: | Music: Licensed through Song Freedom

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

angela@mainstreetav.com

205.612.9574

To watch our 15 sec Instagram clip, see below! 


Jenn and Chandler | Woodrow Hall and Regions Field | Alabama Wedding Videography

It's not everyday that we hear that the bride's family set the bride and groom up on their first date, but that is what happened with Jenn and Chandler.  Jennifer's parents were having some banking done by this nice young gentleman named Chandler.  In just a short time, the two met (to sign some "banking-related" papers) and then started dating.  The rest is history!!!  

Thanks to Chris for helping John shoot this wedding!

Wedding Planner: Anita Kanellis, AK Wedding Planning | Photographer: Allison Lewis Photography |  Ceremony venue: Woodrow Hall | Reception venue: Regions field | Bride’s gown: The White Room | Hair and Makeup: Maryjane Clements | Flowers: Hothouse design studio | caterer: Parkview Catering | Cake artist: Olexa’s | Gourmet pops: Steel city pops | Entertainment: Tux Shop Hero | Transportation: Apex valet | Music: Licensed through The Music Bed

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

angela@mainstreetav.com

205.612.9574

Leunika and Kendrick | Woodrow Hall | Birmingham Wedding Video

A wedding video is always a direct representation of the bride and groom.  Chris's couple, Leunika and Kendrick wanted him to capture their beautiful wedding at Woodrow Hall in Birmingham, AL.  It received great reviews from the bride and groom so we hope you love it too!

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

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