Big Weekend

Let's congratulate these amazing couples! Each so unique and loving! Our bags are ready and our videographers are ready to hit the road!

Tegan - Dave

The Highlight Reel

Love Birds: Tegan & Dave

Location: Calgary

Wedding Song: “I’ll be” by Edwin McCain cover performed by Blaine Long

Ceremony Location: Bonavista Baptist Church

First Look: Hotel Arts

Reception: Sundance Lodge

Tegan & Dave, first we wanted to thank you for choosing Parfait Productions, you guys are an inspirational couple! We hope you enjoy your film, as much as we enjoyed creating it for you.

The Wedding Day

This couple’s love for each other is like one from a romance novel. They are so deeply in love and committed to each other. You can’t help but smile when you’re around them.

It was a pleasure to have met Tegan & Dave. They contacted us within a week of the wedding!! We met them on a Wednesday and got started right away, from hearing how they met and what crazy travel adventures they had already been on, we were over the moon about their day. The video preparation all happened within days. We couldn’t have pulled this all off without the incredible help and precise scheduling from Julianne Young Weddings, Julianne and her assistant Emmylou were a blessing to work with.

The day was beyond word. From the first look, to hand written vows, love letters and surprise moments, it was like being on a cloud.  Did we forget to mention Tegan wrote a song for Dave? The tune was entitled Strawberry Whip Cream Kiss and was performed by Blaine Long during the slide show. The reception was filled with loving speeches, hand made center pieces, vintage family photos, favorite quotes, a family head table, soulful live music and lots of dancing. We never wanted to leave, the undying support and love everyone had for the couple was radiating in the room. I won’t hold you up any longer. We will let the video speak for itself. Parfait Productions is pleased to present to you the highlight reel from Tegan & Dave’s wedding. Enjoy!

Music credits: Sunshine by James Peel, Shine by Blaine Long, Strawberry Whip Cream Kiss, written by Tegan Dow, performed by Blaine Long.

 Wedding Videography & Editing: Parfait Productions

Justin Aradi

Ixchel Fernandez 

 Big thank you to the following hard working teams:

Wedding Planning: Julianne Young Weddings 

Photography: Kelsy Nielson Photography 

Flowers: Amborella 

Hair & Make up: PureForm 

Live Music: Blaine Long 

Catering: Alpine Catering 

Dj Service: Quests End  

The Premiere

We just got home from the private premiere of the highlight real with Tegan & Dave! What a pleasure it was! I contacted them early last week and told them we would love to meet for coffee at Higher Ground. This is the exact spot we had had our first meeting. They just thought we would all hang out, catch up and watch the video on our Ipad. Hanging out with our couple's by no means feels like work. Little did the couple know, we had a big surprise in store.

Tegan & Dave 2013 was posted on the Plaza Theatre’s marquee this evening. This was all part of our plan, surprise the couple with a viewing! The Plaza being the heart of Kensington was the perfect fit for the couple. It was time to meet them! They arrived across the way at Higher Ground, just as planned. I quickly explained that an Ipad viewing would not suffice for such an amazing couple and stunning wedding.

We all walked over to the Plaza. As soon as we walked around the corner, the marquee was in sight, they both gasped with excitement! I’m confident they said “ is this for us?”. I then handed them a bag of candy and a retro looking box full of pink popcorn. “Enjoy the show!” I said, as I held the main theatre doors open.

Tegan & Dave walked in, grabbed the best seats in the house, then it was time to roll the highlight reel! Our hearts were beating with excitement. The day had finally come. Fingers crossed that they love it as much as we do! We've got a few photos of the night below!

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Why Wedding Films

Bride-to-be!? I'm here to help you! You're probably wondering what I'm here for? Well I'm here to compile a few of the most heart breaking top wedding day regrets and things you should cut from your budget before its too late. Its's all about getting a wedding film, you deserve one. Then I'll show you how to get a wedding film for your day, step by step. Time and time again, I have photographers, married ladies, friends and strangers tell me they regret not having a wedding video. I don't want this to be you. They have no idea how their wedding gown moved, what was said in the heart felt memorized speech their maid of honor spent hours on and so much more. Who wants to start married life with regrets?

I'll spare you the time of reading article after article of brides expressing their single biggest wedding day mistake: not getting a wedding film. Here's what some said:

I regret not hiring a professional videographer. There were so many funny, sentimental, thoughtful, surprising, best-day-of-our-life moments that I wish were captured on video.

http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/planning-a-wedding/articles/knottie-wedding-regrets.aspx?MsdVisit=1

Wedding Do-over: I would have a videographer.

Ladies (and gentlemen maybe?), I am here to tell you that, regrettably, I do not have video footage from my wedding. 

You are crying for me right now. I know it. This is the saddest thing you've heard all day.

Trying to do as much as possible on the cheap, I thought that moving images from that day would be something I could do without. What a fool I was. I would give anything for any kind of video documentation of our wedding

http://avoidingatrophy.blogspot.jp/2013/02/if-i-had-it-to-do-all-over-wedding.html#sthash.GE0IDf3B.dpuf

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Many of you say you can't afford it. How do you know? Have you requested a quote? Did you only see wedding videographers at your third cousins six million dollar private castle wedding?

Parfait Productions is owned by real people, actually a real bride-to-be, a real couple! Let's learn more about them here. We have wallets, a fridge to fill and saving accounts. We want an amazing wedding too. We want to remember the day, we know it will be a hectic crazy busy blurry moment. Thats not all to due to the wine refills folks. Thats why we bring Calgary brides a wedding production company that is experienced, using cinema quality equipment, caring and here for you, at a reasonable price, we are Parfait Productions.

Parfait wants the everyday girl to the daddy's girl to have a wedding film. The DIYer's deserve a wedding film to show off their impressive crafting skills and amazing attention to detail. ( I know thats you!!) The couple who wants an open bar for all their guests to enjoy at a five star hotel, deserves a wedding film. The couple's with heartfelt personalized hand written vows, deserve a wedding film.  You all do!

We say wedding film for several reason. We are a team of artists, film makers if you will. We don't just shoot your wedding day and plop it on DVD. Its about carefully weaving the shots together to create a cinematic experience, your wedding film. This film features the stunning bride, her dream man and their families and guests. Its about creating a film thats showcases your love, personalities, guests and more. 

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Let's avoid the post wedding day melt down & regrets with the following steps. We're making your dreams happen!

Step 1. Set your wedding budget. Don't miss a detail. Search online for a comprehensive check list. 

Can you cut anything things from your budget? I'm serious. Let's go into the interweb and read about the things ex brides would have cut from the budget. 

http://wedding.theknot.com/wedding-planning/wedding-budget/articles/30-ways-to-save-money-on-wedding.aspx

http://www.smartmoney.com/spend/family-money/theyll-never-know-eight-hidden-ways-to-cut-wedding-costs-13918/

There are many things  that can be cut, lets cut away. You are going to make this work so you can have a wedding film.

Step 2. Budget between $3000.00-$8000.00 for your Parfait Wedding Film.This depends if we need to leave the city that is!  You will either receive the full meal deal  (hight light reel, three shooters, extended edit, ceremony and reception edit) or a lovely edited ceremony and reception depending on what you can swing.

 Step 3. Contact Parfait Productions here.  We can't wait to meet you!

We will sit and talk wedding details and figure out what package will be best for your needs, wants, budget and magnitude of wedding. Regardless of what package you choose, it will be exquisit. Promise.

 Step 4. You're getting a wedding film girl. We've got your back. Your big day deserves one. Let alone your children down the way and cousins who lives in Fiji who can't make it. 

Step 5. A few months after your wedding day, watch your film and thank us. You won't regret not having personalized pens or engraved champagne flutes.

All the best brides-to-be, 

xoxo

-Ix

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Facts

Hello Dear Bloggers!

So nice to have you
join us for this edition of The Facts: Parfait Productions & Wedding Videography.
We will be answering all your biggest questions and queries. If you have any
additional questions on your mind, feel free to contact our team at info@parfaitproductions.com We hope you enjoy this entry!

1.What do all your
packages include?

Parfait Productions
is dedicated to quality! We won’t cut corners, as we want to keep our high
standard in check at all times. Our wedding video packages all include the
following:

Two professional
cinematographers

HD
Cinema Cameras, Complete coverage

Professional
audio equipment

Fully
edited ceremony & reception

3
Customized DVDs

2. Do you offer raw footage?

Great question!  We do not offer raw footage. Parfait
Production is a full service production company. Our dedicated videographer’s
and owners are also trained editors. We take great pride in editing each wedding
film. As part of our investment, we edit your entire wedding day into a
cinematic experience. We also color correct and grade your video, for an eye
catching final film.

3. How do you get to know your couples?

We get to know our
couples the moment you contact us. It starts with the preliminary details of
your day and what your vision is for your day. We are dedicated to replying to
your phone calls and emails within 5 hours or less. When we are at a fellow
brides wedding, this is the only reason we would take longer. Once you have
discussed this investment with your fiancé, we invite you for a coffee. (Or
tea!) This is called our meet and greet! We get to know each other, how you
met, your wedding details, theme, your engagement story and vision for your
wedding film! We also send you a brief questionnaire about your day. Our
couples get to know us and ask us anything they want! Many of you find out at
the first meeting that Parfait Production is owned by a bride-to be and her
wingman is the other owner of Parfait Productions, Justin Aradi. We love this
first face-to-face meeting. Connecting with our couples is our top priority. We
want you to be comfortable with us. During your journey of planning your day,
we keep in contact and help you with whatever you need. From a great example of
an hour-by-hour itinerary or a vendor recommendation, we’re dedicated to your
day and making your vision come through.

4. Who's behind your #PinOfTheDay on Pinterest?

Ix is the mastermind behind Parfait’s Pin Of the Day via Pinterest. She truly enjoys finding fresh, relevant and inspiring pins. Want to see what she’s been pinning for her brides?

http://pinterest.com/parfaitprod/pin-of-the-day/

5. Do you offer same day edits? I’m interested in showing a montage of the morning and ceremony at my reception?

As an upgrade, we offer same day edits. We bring in a dedicated editor at the wedding to put together the footage for you. As our videographers are busy shooting your day, the
entire time with the exception of between locations and during water breaks and
a quick bite of food during the reception. This is a wonderful option for
couples who would love to show their guests a recap of the day and the behind
the scenes moments from the morning. The couple would be required to supply a
projector and laptop for the viewing. This would be very similar to our
highlight reels. A separate, fully edited, full day edit highlight reel of the
wedding will also be provided.

6.What kind of professional equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?

Our equipment list is
extensive. Our gear allows us to capture your day with the Parfait style! Here
goes! Canon C100 Canon 5D mk III Canon 14mm f/2.8 L II USM Canon 35mm f/1.4 L
USM Canon 24 – 70mm f/2.8L II USM Canon 70 – 200mm f/2.8L IS II USM x 2 Zeiss
50mm Planar T* f/1.4 Canon 24 – 105mm f/4L IS USM Zacuto Z-Finder EVF Pro
Sennheiser MKE400 Sennheiser EW112P G3 Wireless Lavaliere Mic x2 Sennheiser
ME66 Shotgun Mic Zoom H4N Recorder Sachtler Ace-M Tripod Miller DS20 Tripod
Manfrotto 561B1 Monopod x2 Glidecam HD 4000 Cinevate Atlas 10 Slider Litepanels
MicroPro LED on Camera Light Lowel Pro 3 Light Kit

7. Where do you find
the music for your highlight reels? Why can’t I use my favorite song?

We select our music
from a massive library. This unique library of tunes, allows us to buy the
rights to the music. We always license the music we us. For that reason, we can not and will not use any song. We must have bought the license.  Unfortunately, we are
not able to typically license your favorite top 40 tune. ( it's probably better that way, trust the expert right here!) However, your song
will be unique to your day, the mood and over all feel of the wedding. We
ensures a quality, honest and legal product. Parfait takes great pride in our
music selection. There are many elements that we consider when choosing the
right song for your video.

8. What
recommendations do you have for brides-to-be and their journey with Parfait
Productions?

Parfait Productions
recommends open communication with our team! We want you to feel relaxed,
confident and excited about your wedding day and film. We love love love
schedules and itineraries. This helps everyone at the wedding, stay on track
and know where he or she needs to be during the day. Having a leader or day of
planner is incredibly helpful. They will make sure things are coming together
as planned. Parfait loves having any insider info on the wedding, details or
surprises planned for the day. This helps us create the best video for you! One
last thing, we recommend being invited to your walk through rehearsal.  This is great opportunity to briefly
meet your family and wedding party. Also seeing where the groom and bride will
be standing and how they move on the podium is another handy hint for our
videographers

Thanks for reading!