The story behind the first wedding we filmed together
This particular wedding holds a special place in our hearts as it marked my (Cassie/the wife/second shooter) debut as my husband's filming partner. While my husband had already gained experience capturing beautiful moments at weddings with a previous company in Lubbock, this event symbolized the beginning of our own business venture as a married couple.
Despite the chilly and rainy February weather, the bride and groom managed to infuse the day with an irresistible warmth and radiance. Their love story, or rather their 'meet-cute,' is quite charming and involves the business owned by Michael Dean's parents. Speaking of which, our families' entrepreneurial spirit has greatly influenced our desire to start our own business, and we are incredibly grateful for this shared passion. But let's not get too sidetracked! The important point is that this lovely couple first crossed paths while working at the summer hunting camps organized by Michael Dean's parents. They proudly represent the first official 'Christian Outdoor Alliance (COA) Couple,' although it's worth noting that other happy couples have also found love and tied the knot through COA. It's quite remarkable, and if you happen to be single, perhaps consider working at a summer camp!
The wedding film we captured showcases stunning shots illuminated by the lights that adorned the surrounding trees, as well as the cozy atmosphere inside the reception hall. For the thumbnail of this blog, we opted for an SLR Magic 1.1 50 mm lens, which produces exquisite bokeh in our humble opinion. This lens happens to be one of our favorites due to its impressively low f-stop, and if you've seen our wedding films, you'll know that we absolutely adore a shallow depth of field. Another standout moment from the wedding was the heartfelt father-daughter dance. It was an incredibly special scene to capture, and the genuine love shared between the father and his daughter effortlessly translated onto film.
This first wedding experience left me feeling exhilarated and eager to film more beautiful moments. It truly ignited our passion for wedding videography!