This is how the proposal went down :

“We came across a local theatre called Film Bar in Phoenix AZ that was playing a documentary following Mumford and Sons that we had been wanting to see. So we finally got to go and we fell in love with the fact that we could enjoy a glass of beer or wine with our film. We came back to visit many times and shared very nice moments there with different friends. On January 13, the idea of proposing to her at the venue came to mind and I contacted the owner. She directed me to Jeremiah who was very helpful in answering some questions for me when I called him on Jan 15. I created a slide show with pics of Ana and I all moving around while a remix of one of our favorite Lykke Li songs played “Tonight.” I had some technology issues and on top of that Ana and I share the computer where I was creating the slideshow, so secrecy was very difficult and I had to move fast whenever I did have the computer. Finally it was completed and sent to the venue on Friday Jan 18, and I never heard back from Jeremiah until about 2pm on the day of the proposal. That was nerve wrecking but I continued with the plan. So I got the sister in law to throw her off with a white lie that the proposal was going downt he following weekend. I invited her out to see a movie that started at 8:10pm but wanted to arrive around 7pm for some drinks. Our friends met us at my home at 6:45pm and everyone was aware of the plan. We arrived and I suprised her with a gift she had been wanting for awhile, not the ring. It was a table topic game and we got lost in them. They are really great. All of a sudden an employee approaches us to ask if we would be nice enough to give our opinion on a new trailer they created to play before the movies promoting the theatre, we all agreed. Once in the theatre, lights go out and the slideshow begins. Starts of with a quote from Song of Solomon 8:7, followed by pictures of us. It actually took her a bit to catch on that the last 10 seconds of film where pictures of us, once it hit her it was great. She looked shocked, followed by some tears. I got down on my knee and said some words blah blah blah “…. will you marry me?” and she says….I quote ” I dont know, lets ask Siri” Made me laugh and relax and I thank her for that, followed by a “YES!” and a sweet kiss. We walked out officially engaged with a congrats from our friends and away we went to take pictures outside the venue. Then home to our family and friends waiting with a delicious chocolate cake, fruit bar, glasses of champagne and of course, some Little Ceasars Pizza.”

Vendors:

Photography: Wendy’s Wedding Studio
Florist: Anna Starkey
Caterer: Vivian Deaton

We truly hope you enjoy their story:

Costa Mesa, California

Here is the story of how Daniel proposed to Jessica (from her viewpoint)

“Well Daniel Tricked me for most of the day. Took me to breakfast at one of our favorite spots, Beachcomber Cafe. It was romantic and right on the beach but he didn’t propose there. We went to my favorite place, Disneyland, and he didn’t do it there either. The day progressed and we ended up at my parents house. When I approached the house, our families walked out with signs that spelled out “Jess will you marry me?” 3 and a half months in to our relationship, my best friend got down on one knee and asked me to be his wife. And I couldn’t be happier! When I walk down the aisle to meet him on our wedding day it will be 1 year to the day that he asked me to be his girlfriend”

Please share in this story with the amazing photos of California Wedding Photographer Closer to Love Photography here

Vendors:

Venue – Heritage Park in Fountain Valley http://www.fountainvalley.org/visitors/parks/

Photography – Closer to Love Photography http://www.closertoloveblog.com

Hair – Mary Johnson (949) 874-4248

Make-up – Allison Escalante (714) 356-1501

Centerpiece flowers – Costco wholesale in Fountain Valley (714) 434-0515

Bouquets/boutonnieres- Jennifer Mcgee – Saddleback Flower Shop - www.saddlebackflowershop.net

Bride’s Dress – Mariposa Boutique www.mariposabride.com

Bride’s Shoes- Girl Mia

Bridesmaid Dresses- Alfred Angelo www.alfredangelo.com

Groom and Groomsmen – Friar Tux www.friartux.com

Bride’s Earrings – David’s Bridal www.davidsbridal.com

Wedding Cake – church friends

Food- Adolfo Robledo (626) 256- 8416

Sweet heart/ bride & groom sign overlay and burlap – Shinoda Design center /www.shinodadesigncenter.net/

Invitations- wedding paper divas www.weddingpaperdivas.com

Chairs and Lamps – Baker Party Rental www.bakerpartyrentals.com

So we are extremely excited. Why, you ask? Here is why:

#1. Im moving into my first home ever. Crazy scary experience, but also super exciting. My wife Gaby and I prayed for a home where she can be closer to family and I can be closer to, well, just closer to everything else. We found a beautiful place in northwest Glendale and are super pumped to move in. Right now we are in the process of painting so we should get some pics in next month.

#2. Our wedding season is booked! For the first time I can say I am a full time videographer. I have always been praying to have a job in cinematography full time and it seems that now may be that time. I have always wanted to invest everything I have, including all my time, into my work and by the grace of God I am finally able. We are slammed this year, which means more great videos to show you all! It also means I get to grow and learn even more, which I am most excited about.

#3. My second shooter, Andrew, has grown into an amazing videographer and also an editor. I am hoping he will be able to step on board to edit some shoots with me so that we can work on twice as much stuff and have twice as much fun. If you haven’t had a chance to meet Andrew, you are missing out. One of my best buds and an all around amazing person. Plus, he’s got the surfer vocab so it makes it fun for me to try to decipher what the heck he is trying to say

#4. As I move more and more into video, I move more and more into different avenues of creativity. This year I plan to put in a lot more work doing philanthropy work for the church, my church, Harvest Bible Chapel, as well as promo work for companies and individuals. I know there are so many stories out there, I need to share them all! Or at least try. You may see an upswing of shares from me for videos that share stories of sufferings and trial, because at the end of the day these are what God uses to really grow us all as indicuduals and as a community.

So excited to see what this new season will bring, cant wait to share with you.

We are getting back into the swing of the season and we have a LOT to do this year! Other than being extremely packed for the year we have a lot of new ideas for our packaging concepts. We are gonna begin packaging out designs and DVD’s in cases for all of our great clients! Here is a taste of what is to come:

On a side note, we are also going to focus a lot on some family events and philanthropy videos this year, which we cant wait to share with all of you!

Russell and Marilyn have been dating for 8 years (met in undergrad) before they got married. He was a long distance groom because he was in the Coast Guard and pharmacy school, away from Marilyn. Eventually they both moved back to AZ where they belonged! They got engaged in March, and this is how Marilyn said it happened: “After a day of hiking & picking wildflowers, we were setting up camp at around sunset, Russell was picking wildflowers, asked me to open up a book we had been using to press flowers with (Harry Potter lol) at the bookmark he had cut a hole in the book and put the ring inside, he got down on one knee and asked for my hand in marriage.” Being a huge Harry Potter fan I have to say Im very proud!

Enjoy

Scottsdale, AZ

Geoff works as a player/commentator for E-sports. E-sports is a community of players who compete in online video games such as Halo, Call of Duty, Starcraft, and more. Geoff specializes in Starcraft 2 and has been a huge impact of mine in the community. Yes, I am a nerd. I play Starcraft, and I love it Anna is also a nerd, on top of being a PR specialist for team Evil geniuses and the former Ms. Oregon. Yeah, all of that. Makes for a very special wedding.

Anyways, when I found out that they were getting hitched I reached out and let them know Im in town and would love to shoot their special day. They were so very gracious to allow me to come out and film their amazing wedding, and it did not dissapoint. Set in one of the most beautiful churches I have ever seen, they shared their vows and time with friends and family. Geoff has one of the best senses of humor that I have ever been around, and Anna really brings out the best in him.

I am so happy to share this video with you, as well as the experience to share in their wedding. Enjoy!