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Maria and Joe's Full Length Wedding Video

Hi Dave,

We've watched it MANY times now and we love it. You did such an awesome job. I can't thank you enough for the amazing work. You captured everything. It is so fun to be able to watch it now whenever we want! You have an incredible gift for what you do...thanks for sharing it with us!

Thanks so much!

Maria

Cinematography: DVideography
Photography: Magestic Images
Catering: North Hills Country Club
Entertainment: The Heartbeats Dance Band

Elizabeth and Judd at St. Augustine's and The Union League

Good morning, Dave.

Thank you for the wonderful wedding video. Elizabeth and Judd were up from D.C. on Christmas Day and we were all so excited to watch it that we decided to postpone Christmas Dinner until the next day and it was well worth it! Ward and I as well as Catherine, Edward and Conor laughed, cried, pondered and overall enjoyed seeing this precious keepsake. Needless to say, Elizabeth and Judd took their copy of the video back to D.C.

Thanks, Dave.

Colleen M. (Mother of the Bride)

Videography: DVideography
Photography: Cliff Mautner Photography
Catering: The Union League
Entertainment: Jump Street

Jonathan Bass Philadelphia Bar Mitzvah Video in HD

Click HERE to play in HD

Dave:

Wow! You have just blown me away. I loved it. We have such great memories of that day, and those few minutes of video brought it all back.

The funny thing is, I was just talking about you tonight, because I insisted that my good friends, Elaine and Barry, hire you to do their daughter's Bat Mitzvah in May. I was thrilled to hear that they have signed a contract with you, and I am going to forward your email to them to provide a preview of what they have in store. You're the best!

Best regards to you and Sheryl,

Diane

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HD Videography by DVideography
Planning by Table Art
Photography by Phil Kramer

Liz and Eric's Same Day Edit at Eagle Oaks Country Club

Just 90 minutes ago, Liz, Eric, and all of their friends and families were treated to one of our Same Day Edits. The wedding reception isn't even over yet! You gotta love technology!

Dave,

We just wanted to thank you and your team for such a wonderful day. Your on-site crew was so friendly and professional. They asked all the right questions and were in all the right places, we are certainly looking forward to see the final product.

The Same Day Edit was such a success for all of our guest, just about everyone at the wedding was blown away with the quality of the video and the beautiful love story.

We are leaving for our honeymoon tomorrow morning and will be back on 11/22.

All the best,
-Eric & Liz

Reaction Photos by Jordan Oplinger
Catering by Eagle Oaks Golf and Country Club
Wedding Photography by Contemporary Image
Entertainment by Elite Entertainment

A Bride's Blog: "The Magic of Video"

The Magic of Video
November 7, 2008 by tamarar82
When Carter and I first met Heather Fowler, we weren’t planning on hiring a videographer. We felt that professional photos would be all that we needed to preserve our wedding day memories. Plus, we wanted to budget our money towards really great photography, so we didn’t think we it was reasonable to spend more money on videography.

I think one of the most unique, most unforgettable, and most profound parts of our day was our same day edit . . . I had to try hard not to bawl during the showing of the Same Day Edit. Carter and I didn’t see it until the day of the wedding, so it was extremely emotional. (Photo by Heather Fowler)

Heather asked us if we were considering videography and explained to us that video could complement photography very nicely, and vice versa. She shared a few videographers’ web sites with us, and we delved into the web sites when we got home. Then, we met with a few of our favorites, and DVideography blew us away. Suddenly, videography wasn’t a frivolous extra, but a necessity. [read more]

Adam Segall's Day Off - Youvie: You're the Movie

At this moment, Adam is being introduced into his Bar Mitzvah party with one of our "Youvies" on Blu-ray DVD, distributed to four large plasma screens throughout the venue. The Segall family loved the idea of celebrating Adam's light and mischievous personality by borrowing a page from 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off'. Tonight's Youvie was designed to introduce Adam into the room and open up the party with a laugh.

The Segalls were great sports and fun to work with as we made their Youvie in two days of principal photography and about a week of post-production.

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Dave, hi! I am writing this to let you know what a HUGE hit the youvie "Adam Segall's Day Off" was at the Bar Mitzvah on Saturday! People are STILL talking about it.

Also, many people commented on the montage and how professional your guys were who were at the party that night.

I really enjoyed making this happen with your team, and loved it all!

Thanks again! Hope to be in touch soon, though it is 6 years until Jordan's!!!

Caroline Segall

What's a Youvie? A Youvie is a custom concept video we produce for our clients. DVideography began producing "Youvie Trailers" in 2002 as a way for wedding couples to 'Save The Date' and send out video 'Wedding Invitations'. Since then, we have created Youvies to celebrate bar and bat mitzvahs, birthdays, and anniversaries. We've even created Youvies to spice up several corporate or social events with large screen and plasma displays. The possibilities are only limited by imagination. Contact DVideography toll free at 866-989-0158 for more information.

Same Day Edit at the Ballroom at the Ben Philadelphia

Hi Dave,

Sorry we have not written yet, things have been very busy since the wedding. I think they are starting to get back to normal now.

The same day edit was unbelievable. People are still coming up to us and telling us how amazing it was. It was definitely my favorite part of the reception. We can't thank you and your editor enough. It really was perfect.

Also, besides the quality of the video, I wanted to let you know that you were a lot of fun the entire day. You really just went with the flow and made it easy and fun. A lot of people from the bridal party commented on that as well.

I hope all is well with you guys.

Thank you so much!!!
Becky

Becky and Mark enjoy their Same Day Edit last night at the Ballroom at the Ben in Philadelphia. Yes, that's yours truly, sitting in the middle of the dance floor, shooting their reaction. The crowd gave a standing ovation at the end of the seven minute presentation. Thanks to Jordan for another great edit.
Photo by Jordan Oplinger

Catering: Finley Catering
Entertainment: Midnight Hour

Voicemail: Tammy and Carter's Reaction

What a sweet ending to an already perfect day. I will blog about tonight's Same Day Edit, but before I do, I want to share this voicemail from Tammy, who picked up her full-length DVDs today. Thanks for the voicemail, Tammy!

Perfect, Perfect, Perfect, Perfect, Perfect!!! I love it!!!!

How can you do this to me? I am home alone. Carter is away for a few nights on business . . . it's the first he's been away since we've been married. And here I am, all alone, sitting on the couch watching the video, bawling my lonely little eyes out.

Dave, you were there from day one. You did our save-the-date video, our love story/same-day edit, our amazing wedding video. You became a part of our lives and you documented the beginning of our life together so perfectly. Gary, you did an absolutely tremendous job editing everything. Thank you for taking the time to go through everything and make it absolutely perfect. We appreciate it from the bottom of our hearts.

DVideography is the best. I feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to get to know all of you and to work with all of you.

Thank you. Now I have to go cry some more.

Love,
Tammy

Denise and Chris' Same Day Edit at The Merion

Last night at The Merion, Denise and Chris enjoyed their Same Day Edit over the main course. As you'll see in this production, Denise and Chris opted for a love story that was pre-produced and used in the Same Day Edit. For your own Same Day Edit, contact DVideography toll free at 866-989-0158.

Before the wedding, Denise and Chris 'leaked' this "Coming Soon" trailer to their guests:

Coming Soon: Same Day Edit from Dave Williams on Vimeo.

Dave,

DVideography was the very first vendor we booked, even before our church and our reception hall!! We wanted to make sure that we booked YOU before we had anything else!!! And we are so so thankful we did!!!

We watch our love story and same day edit DAILY. NO JOKE. We absolutely love it!! We get so many amazing compliments from the people that were at our wedding and requests to email the link out again so they can also watch it over and over again!

You and your team are FABULOUS! You are professional, kind, and nothing short of absolutely amazing! We literally can not wait the recommended time to get our full length video back! We are going to have a huge party at the house to show it and everyone can not even begin to imagine how you will even top what was shown at the wedding, but we know you will!!

Thank you so much for all your hard work and to Jordan and everyone else who I don't know by name! You captured so much in so little and we are so thankful for the memories that we will have for a lifetime!! YOU ARE THE BEST!

Love Denise and Chris West

Same Day Edit by DVideography
Catering by The Merion
Entertainment by Steve and Company
Photography by Marrero Photography

Erin and Matthew's Director's View Movie at Congress Hall, Cape May NJ

HD Cinematography by DVideography
Catering by Congress Hall Hotel
Event Production and Design by Melissa Paul, Evantine Design
Photography by Images by Berit
View Erin and Matthew's Brides.com Article
Entertainment by CTO Tribeca

Dear Dave,

My sincerest thanks to you and your fine team for such a beautiful production. It's not just the memories that have been so magnificently captured, it's our ability to share the day with loved ones who were too frail to make the trip that makes your outstanding effort so special to me. You folks have memorialized one of the best and most important days in our lives and for that we are forever grateful. The professionalism and artistry of DVideography has exceeded my most optimistic expectations. Anyone looking to get the job done right, then look no farther than DVideography!

Sincerely,

Kevin 'Father of the Bride' Kelly

Our Director's View Theater is an optional production and allows our clients to view the wedding highlight reel online, days after the wedding.

Same Day Edit at The Crystal Tea Room in Philadelphia

Same Day Edits truly excite us as much as they excite our clients. Here's what the guests at the Crystal Tea Room watched during the main course on Friday night. Thanks to my editor, Jordan, for pulling through once again.

Hi Dave,

Well, I should be on my honeymoon right now, but it got cancelled…so I wanted to take this time to thank you.

I know that my father was beyond impressed and already called you regarding that.

I believe the blog of my same day edit has now probably been viewed by around 500 people at this point. You just really can’t imagine all the feedback we’ve received. Everyone has been so excited about the same day edit and I’m SO glad we decided to go with it. It surpassed all my expectations. I think I might’ve cried through the entire thing, but it’s all a blur so I’m not sure. I’ve watched it a million times and each and every time I’m more impressed.

Thanks again for everything. Your relaxing personality helped me keep my cool during the stressful times of the day! I just really can’t express my gratitude for everything. We really can’t wait to see the finished product…but until then- we will just continue to watch the same day edit over and over again!!!!

Kara Miles
(The Bride)

For your own Same Day Edit, call DVideography.

Katie and Mike at Congress Hall in Cape May, NJ

Listen to Mom's Voicemail

Dave,

I am so happy to hear from you! We just got back from our honeymoon about 3 days ago, and you were first on my list of people to contact. Before telling you how much we are in awe of your amazing video, I will take this opportunity to thank you for all of your hard work on our wedding day. I truly loved having you as a part of our day - you were energetic, fun and professional, and we were so lucky to have you! I still can't believe how truly blessed we are.

Now, I must tell you how blown away we both are by this video- it is truly the most incredible thing we've ever seen! It's not like every other wedding tape- it is different and unique, and really captures the whole spirit of the day, and us. I hope you enjoyed the night- it is somewhat of a blur for me, as it all went by so quickly. It's so amazing to see all of the things that I missed, as well as re-live the points I remember. You did an exceptional job, and we thank you!! If we ever need a videographer in the future, we have your number. Thank you again Dave for everything- we are forever grateful. Hope you are well, and I hope to hear from you soon!

Best,
Katie and Mike

Dave, we really love the video of Katie and Mike's wedding - such a huge departure from every other wedding video we've ever seen, and certainly head and shoulders over every other one we looked at when we were trying to decide who to go with for the wedding. We're so happy that we chose DVideography - the video was a joy to watch, and I'm sure we will be watching it over and over again. I know Katie and Mike are thrilled also - as are Mike's parents, who received the third video and who cannot get over how beautiful your work is.

Thanks for capturing the spirit of the day, Dave - you're the best.

Marti Robb

Behind the Scenes: Liz and Eric prepare for their 11-7-08 Same Day Edit

Today we shot the interviews and the b-roll for Liz and Eric's Same Day Edit, to be shown on November 7, 2008.

We have been producing Same Day Edits for over 5 years. A Same Day Edit includes highlights of the day presented at the reception. Same Day Edits allow us to offer some really exciting options to our clients, including a pre-produced, polished 'Love Story' that personalizes the Same Day Edit and truly allows our couples to tell the story of the beginning of their lives together.

Here's a 'Coming Soon' movie trailer for Liz and Eric's wedding this fall. Enjoy!

Just got the trailer for our wedding video 'same day edit'. OK, I was impressed with the pictures from the day of the shoot. This trailer blew us away. Dave sent the trailer to us at night when Liz was sleeping. I literally woke her up to watch the trailer. We watched it four or five times before being able to close our mouths in pure amazement. What a remarkable job. With this 2 minute video, he has managed to put a smile on not only our faces, but all of our family that have already seen it.

Thanks again, Dave. We're can't wait to see what comes next. Keep up the great work!

Liz and Eric

Wow! What a great day. Liz and I still can't stop talking about the excitement we are feeling for the big day and how this video is going to turn out. Dave and his crew were SO great and helpful in getting the job done. It sure helped that we were treated like royalty from the Jenkinson's Boardwalk staff.

It was truly a day that both Liz and I will remember forever and this was just a photo shoot!

We were told great things about Dave and DVideography, but actions always do speak louder than words and this experience was wonderful.

Thanks Dave and we can't wait to see you at the wedding and how this "Same Day Edit Love Story" turns out.

Liz and Eric

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Thanks to Jordan and Josh for their help on today's shoot. Production photos by Jordan Oplinger

Behind The Scenes of a Love Story In The Making

Dave and Jordan,

These look great! You guys did such an amazing job!

We are so excited to see the Love Story and Same Day Edit on the actual wedding day! We know it will be fabulous!

You both were so professional and you did everything that we wanted done for the Love Story and more and we really appreciate it! Jayda loved you too!! Thanks so much!

Denise, Chris, and Jayda

YOU WERE MADE FOR THE MOVIES!

YOU WERE MADE FOR THE MOVIES!
by Sarah DiCicco

The most memorable day of any girl’s life has now become positively unforgettable. For the first time ever, wedding photographer Sarah DiCicco (www.sarahdicicco.com) has made it possible for newlyweds, along with their family and friends, to relive the love, laughter and emotion of their wedding day in the grandest of fashion offering an exclusive photo presentation of their special day on the movie theater big screen.

With the help of Dvideography (www.dvideography.com), DiCicco compiles the wedding day photos, while DVideography does its magic by conducting interviews with the bride and groom and family and friends to seamlessly accompany the images allowing clients to relive the wedding day as if it were happening all over again. The bride and groom take home their wedding photographs after the movie premiere allowing them to experience their wedding day again and again and to pass on their special moments to generations to come. The photo film premiere is exclusively available to DiCicco clients.

Often, wedding photographers present your proofs in a small thumbnail proof book, on CD or with watermarks over your images which are seldom retouched. With Sarah DiCicco, your wedding experience is vastly different with proofs that are final images consisting of up-to 900 to 1200 4 x 6 custom retouched prints displayed in three leather albums. After all of the planning and time that you put into your wedding, the images are what you have to remember your special day.

The photo film premiere is an extraordinary experience for any couple, but it’s an ideal answer for couples whose friends and family weren’t able to attend their destination wedding. The premiere will allow them to experience the couple’s wedding day as if they were guests at the actual wedding.

“I am thrilled to be the first wedding photographer to offer this unprecedented new way to see your wedding day photos,” said wedding photographer, Sarah DiCicco. “This is so much more than simply pictures put to music. This is truly a production worthy of the big screen.”

Erin Elizabeth Conroy of Newtown, PA and Thomas John Welling Jr. of Bronxville, N.Y recently experienced this star treatment. They were married February 2, 2008 at St. Vincent Ferrer in New York City, followed by a reception at Manhattan’s Capitale. On June 1st, the couple were greeted by their names displayed on the marquee at the Anthony Wayne Cinema and poster images of the couple inside the theater lobby. Friends and family were on hand to feel all the emotion of the newlywed’s wedding day all over again.

Dave & Sheryl,

I can't even begin to say how over the top the movie premier was!!! The reason I tell everyone that you are the best because it is true! Your high level of quality and unwavering ability to create a true piece of art is priceless. Thank you for not just taking the time to work with me on this, but also your friendship and your ability to take it a step further! Simply Amazing!

With all of our love, Sarah & Tony

Blog photos by Sarah DiCicco, Tony DiCicco and Jordan Oplinger
For a pictorial history of the Anthony Wayne movie theatre, click here.

Table Art Wins ISES Best Table Design and Best Event Decor

by K. Patty
ISES
International Special Events Society
Dozens of local florists and event planners worked tirelessly all year to be able to enter their best designs in this prestigious competition. The awards ceremony was held at the Society Hill Sheraton on June 25th. TableArt attended knowing a few of our events were nominated in the categories of "Best Table Design" and "Best Event Decor". We brought home an award for our Flower Power party for "Best Table Top", and our Floating Candles party, designed in coordination with Brian Toner from Eventions Productions, and Dave Williams from DVideography won an award for "Best Event Decor".

Flower Power [WATCH VIDEO]
Ice crystals, crystal chandeliers, and flowers were the focal point of this awesome party at the Naval Yard in Philadelphia. Chocolate brown velvet linens, glass vases filled with mango calla lillies, cherry brandy roses, mokara orchids, glass and crystal table top chandeliers won "Best Tabletop Design"! The marriage of traditional velvet and flowers with the modern white water glass and white glass charger was a WOW!

Floating Candles [WATCH VIDEO]
Floating candles and video wallpaper were the focal point of this amazing party at the Crane Art Center in Philadelphia. Kathy Patty of TableArt, Brian Toner of Eventions, and Dave Williams of DVideography worked together to produce this event which won "Best Event Decor" of Philadelphia. Hundreds of candles floated above the guests' tables, video imagery brought the walls alive, and the tables were covered in grass wallpaper and were centered with Lucite ponds filled with riverrocks, orchid blooms, and floating candles. It was spectacular!

Mailbag: Tina's Reaction to Photo-Video Collaboration with Faith West

Hi Dave,

What a great start to our day!! The video clip is amazing...We wouldn't change a thing:)

I've passed it on to all my friends and they are all raving about it!! I've prob received 20 emails after forwarding like this one:

Tina,

This is unbelievable. So beautiful. Looks like a movie. I loved it. You looked gorgeous. I am sending this to my cousin to watch.

Paula

Dave thank you so much for capturing our day so beautifully!!

Tina

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South Jersey Wedding Video in HD: DVideography - Philadelphia, PA
Photography: Faith West Photography - Philadelphia, PA
Venue: Congress Hall - Cape May, NJ
Entertainment: The Heartbeats - Philadelphia, PA

Mailbag: Misha and David at The Baldwin School

Dave,

Thanks for your hard work...I knew you would do a good job. Thanks so much... By the way, I just came home from a wedding of near 70-year-olds, and it never stops being engaging, enthusiastic, and hopeful. It is a pivotal occasion in the lives of individuals.

Important. And you captured it.

Thanks, Carol (Misha's Mom)

Edith Turns 100!

A short time ago, Lauren called us about creating something to celebrate her grand- mother's 100th birthday on Saturday the 7th. Lauren and the family had gathered over 400 photographs, documenting her last 100 years and the generations of children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren that have blessed her life.

Happy 100th birthday, Edith, from all of us at DVideography.

Here's the email we received within hours of the screening at the party:

Thank you so much, everyone loved it - lots of tears, but in a good way! Thanks again for all of your hard work, you are very talented & good at what you do! Many, many thanks.
Lauren

Mail Bag: Philadelphia Bar Mitzvah Same Day Edit

Credit goes to Jordan for a great Same Day Edit.

Mail Bag: Pittsburgh Wedding Video

Dave,

Mike and I got the video in the mail yesterday. We got to watch it last night. We LOVED it! You and your staff did an amazing job! We were so excited to watch it. We especially liked how you edited parts of the ceremony, reception..etc. for it not to be too long, but not leave out important details of the day. We felt like we were starring in our own movie! The video will be one of the most memorable reminders of our wedding day. I think we are going to watch it again this weekend! :)

Thanks again for making the trip to Pittsburgh on such a tight schedule. You and your staff's commitment truly showed on that day! Thank you for being a part of our special day and making it one we will never forget!

-Heather & Mike Zieziula

Venue/Catering: Marriott Pittsburgh Center City

On the way to Cape May . . .

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Hi Guys,

We had a really busy (all fun) weekend, and I finally got time to really watch the movie and give it the time it deserved.

We are just in awe at how awesome you guys are. I don't even think you can classify these as wedding videos the way there is so much thought that goes into it.

I was watching the video thinking "Oh it was pretty cool that I caressed Jenn just then or kissed her at a special moment", but then I remembered.... Dave directed me to do that, and I was just being an obedient groom. But it really is impressive how you have the vision of how it will look in the final video, or to us our cinema masterpiece. We love all the panning and just great shots.

Danielle, you had me and everyone else tearing up.........ok I shed a few tears. Once I finally truly watched it, I felt like I got what you were doing with the different scenes and the way they transitioned from one another. I really loved the tribute to Jenn's mom, just enough to feel it, but then it transitioned into my mom welcoming her as a daughter. Awesome job. I was so attached to that other song, but it was a great call to use this music, it fit perfect.

EVERYONE says oh its like your watching a real movie, not someone's wedding.......which you guys must here all the time.

Just wanted to let you know that we really did notice and appreciate all the work you put into it.

Thank you very much.

Chris and Jenn


Videography: DVideography - Philadelphia, PA
Venue/Catering: Congress Hall - Cape May, NJ
Photography: Paula Cella Photography - Absecon, NJ
Entertainment: Sound Choice - Lawrenceville, NJ

Mail Bag: Ellen and Anthony

Hi Dave,

I finally had a chance to watch my wedding video. It was hands down the best thing I've ever seen in my entire life. Being a bridesmaid 10 times, I have never seen a video quite so professional and movie-like. Thanks again for everything. You really out-did yourself!

Ellen and Anthony Capodanno

Venue/Catering: Crystal Tea Room/Finley Catering - Philadelphia, PA
Photography: John Tannock Photography - Cherry Hill, NJ
Entertainment: Dinardo Brothers - Sewel, NJ

Mail Bag: Morgan and Matt

Hi Dave and Sheryl

Thank you so much for the most amazing video we've ever seen. We knew when we hired you for our wedding you would produce nothing less than spectacular. We watched the video last night with my parents in absolute awe and with so much gratitude. We laughed and cried throughout the whole thing and were able to relive the incredible day that was our wedding. Please tell all of your production staff thank you and that we appreciate the hard work and effort that was put into the video. The editing alone was unbelievable. Thank you for fixing our introduction into the ballroom. It sounds a lot better to be married to Matt rather than his brother, Mike and thank you for cutting the Ave Maria part short. I remember standing there thinking, "why are they still playing." You knew exactly how to re-create the evening and make it better and more perfect.

I know that you were still working on it as of yesterday morning and when I received the call from my dad say he was coming home with the video I literally jumped out of my chair at work and yelled, "YES!" After watching the trailer about 1000 times and showing it to all of our friends they've been waiting with anticipation to see the rest of the video. Even my office wants to have a wedding movie lunch break so they can see it. I'm sure I'll be watching the video everyday for at least the next month. It'll definitely become a fixture in my dvd drive.

The out-takes were hilarious and I'm so happy that you put the part with you and me in there. I would certainly want to remember you as a part in my wedding day rather than someone behind the scenes. Even though we've only spoken a few times and spent a couple of hours together I felt an immediate connection as I know my father has as
well. I hope that in years to come we'll stay in touch and you'll be there to capture future events and milestones in our lives.

Have a wonderful weekend!
All the best,
Morgan and Matt Palmedo

Venue/Catering: Fairmont Hotel - Washington, DC
Planner: Capital Decor and Events - Beltsville, MD
Photography: Richard Greenhouse Photography - Rockville, MD
Entertainment: Heartbeat Dance Band - Easton, CT

Two Bar Mitzvahs and a Bat Mitzvah

When I first met Dave Williams, he impressed us as the ideal professional-combining skill & expertise in his field with a personal warmth & ease that made him a pleasure to work with. That was five years & three shared projects ago. The initial impression was surpassed.

To be honest, I approached having a videographer with some ambivalence & saw it as an expendable extravagance. But now we see the opportunity to relive these precious moments in our family life as priceless. We cherish having them. The landmark events in our lives fly by us in a whirlwind of emotions, but Dave artfully captures the heart & spirit of these occasions. We are grateful to him for going the extra step to produce an extra special product. He is the best.

Barb and Bart Mellits
Mom and Dad to Josh, Sam, and Zara

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Philadelphia Area Bar Mitzvah and Bat Mitzvah Videos by DVideography

Here's a look at Josh in 2002, Sam in 2004, and finally, their little sister Zara in 2007. It has been an amazing journey. With this 90 second trailer, we flash back over the last five years of producing movies for this fantastic, loving family.

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Bat Mitzvah Video: DVideography
Photography: Jordan Cassway Photography
Music: Ken Ulansey Ensemble

Mail Bag: Michelle and Michael. Tarrytown, NY

Dave,

We just spent the day preparing for Thanksgiving, sat down on the couch with a glass of wine and checked our email to see that our trailer was waiting for us in our inbox! Michelle's parents were here with us and we all watched it ten times already, it was just phenomenal! From the first day we saw your work to the day of our wedding, you and your crew have been top-notch. Especially after driving five hours from a previous wedding to ours the next day, you guys were refreshed, energetic, and so much fun! Now we receive an email at 9:30pm the night before Thanksgiving letting us know our trailer is ready to be viewed, you guys are incredible!

As a professional in the wedding industry myself, I knew I wanted to hire only the best to film our wedding and there was always only one choice, DVideography! It's funny, my clients always say that we capture things that they forgot about or things that they can't even remember happening. It's hard to impress me and exceed my expectations because of my own experience, but wow! You guys were everywhere yet nowhere and captured some incredible footage, most of which flashed by extremely fast on our wedding day! With just our trailer, you guys have proved how valuable a videographer truly is! We can't wait for more! Michelle and I wish you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving and want to thank you for EVERYTHING!! Please keep in touch.

Warmest Regards,
Michelle and Michael DiChiaro
Creative Video Editing

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Reception Music: The Infernos Band - Bloomfield, NJ
Catering: Joseph and Fabulous Foods - Tarrytown, NY
Venue: Lyndhurst Castle - Tarrytown, NY
Photography: Shay Stephens Photography - Middletown, NY
Design: Ali Barone - New York, NY
Florist: Diana Gould Ltd. - Elmsford, NY
Ceremony Music: The Gramercy Arts Ensemble - Manalapan, NJ
Guest Accomodations: The Tarrytown House Estate - Tarrytown, NY

Mail Bag: Marla and Alex

Dave- We received our DVDs yesterday!! We were out of town for the weekend!! Watched it last night!! It brought tears to my eyes!! It was awesome!! There was so much that I didn't get to see that day or had forgotten about, but you captured it all!! We love it!! Thank you so much for everything!! And thank your amazing crew also!! Keep in touch!!
Alex and Marla

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Photography: Cliff Mautner Photography
Reception: Cescaphe Ballroom
Entertainment: Jellyroll/Brandywine Valley Talent
Ceremony: The Physick House

Mail Bag: Mom's Favorite Part Was The Outtakes

September 26, 2007

Dear Dave,

After speaking to your wife last week, I decided to write to tell you how pleased we are with the wedding video. Had the decision to have a video been mine, it would never have happened. I had no desire to have it for posterity. It was very important to our Dave, the groom. We figured it was a good project for him, along with picking the band. He did all the research and decided to go with DVideography. Just as he picked the band because he was impressed with its’ leader, Dave picked another Dave who impressed him, to do the video. We’re so very glad he did!

I have seen the completed video several times now and I cry every time! I can’t believe how much I would have forgotten! Until I saw the video, I was certain I had not seen the cake cutting, but there I am! However, my favorite part is the Outtakes! As you remember, we had some unique challenges! How many wedding videos have unintentional fire trucks! And the footage in the elevator is priceless. The procession from the Sofitel to Davio’s and the bridal party walking through downtown were both events we had not seen and would not have seen if not for video.

The biggest compliment I can give is that you were invisible. Yet you managed to be everywhere and capture everything. To me, that is the sign of a highly skilled, talented videographer. Not once were we aware of you doing your work! You were so unobtrusive that I don’t think I would recognize you!

As you can tell, I am a video convert. I now know that my previous experiences with “wedding video” was based on less professional work. I know several brides-to-be and will be recommending that they have video. Not just any video, but DVideography.

Thanks so much for an incredible finished product and flawless work the day of the wedding. We’ll recommend you to anyone who’ll listen.

Sallie Robinson

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Planner: The Wedding Planner, Gina Sole - Philadelphia, PA

Photography: Cliff Mautner Photography - Cherry Hill, NJ

Venue/Catering: Davios - Philadelphia, PA

Entertainment: Eddie Bruce Entertainment (EBE) - Philadelphia, PA

For Stephanie's 50th Birthday - A Youvie!

Chuck wanted to create something very special for his wife, Stephanie. Her 50th Birthday was approaching. Stephanie had always loved musicals. So the party was planned as a Broadway Musical to be held at the Rittenhouse Hotel in Philadelphia. We worked with Chuck and the kids to produce a Youvie (our speacial brand of concept video) to open up the show - one she and her guests would not forget.

Don't forget to view the outtakes. They are hilarious.

Special thanks to Brian Kappra of Evantine Design for putting the party together. The room was gorgeous and everything ran flawlessly.

From Chuck:
I can't thank each of you enough for all of your hard work and dedication to make Stephanie's party the most magical night ever. Our friends and families have not stopped raving about the ambiance, food and entertainment. The video is the talk of the town, and the broadway show was spectacular. Most important to me was that Stephanie felt the night was the best in her life and she loved every part of it. Your professionalism was beyond belief and you should be very proud of the impact you have made on so many people. WOW!!!! Chuck

From Stephanie:
Dear Dave,

Well, what can I say? The video was truly a highlight of my life. The time, effort and love that you and my family put into it was heartwarming. The story was written so well, along with the original scores that we are all singing! I have watched this over and over and over again, and can't wait to watch it again, and so have all of my friends & family.

Your entire team is truly professional and I can feel the passion in their work. The editing was phenomenal. It came across so well with my family's personality, you even turned them into actors and actresses. The outtakes were awesome. I was so happy to be able to see the process. How you all pulled this off while I was gone is beyond me!

The entire evening was SPECTACULAR! Chuck really knew how to shock me! It was such a beautiful night, and one that will fill me for a lifetime. It was magical!

Thank you, thank you for everything. You are absolutely the best! Stephanie

Stephanie

Mail Bag: Wedding with Clydesdale Horses

Dave,

Bill and I watched our trailer over and over last night when we arrived home:) It is so emotional in the minute you captured and having my younger sisters voice on there, what can I say, you heard her speech, she is my best friend! We can not wait to see the whole video come together!!!

Thank you so much,
Danielle DeNato

PS Let us know if you need anything from us!

7/7/07

Reactions on Hidden Camera

Nicole and Brian were so excited to hear we were shipping their DVDs that they asked if they could drive over to pick them up. They wanted to see some of the video right away. Knowing how fun they were, I decided to turn my little consumer palmcorder on them from the corner of the room. Here's their reaction.

Thanks for being such good sports and allowing me to share this Nicole!

Production Notes: Nicole and Brian ordered our 8 hour coverage, a Same Day Edit, and 16mm Wedding Film Vignettes.

Mail Bag: Letters from the bride, groom, AND Mom.

From the bride:

Dave,

We went away and just returned. I had to pick them up so that's why there's been a delay. Mom and Madison are out of the country so you'll be hearing from them I'm sure later this week as I'm off to the post office to mail them their copy right after I send this to you.

It's really incredible. Tom, the girls and I watched the video together and we laughed and cried and went crazy. It's so beautiful and the music is perfect. It's so special words can't express our feelings. What a treasure. I'm going to go crazy until Mom and Madison get home to see it. For Tom and I it was like being there for the first time. You're so talented I could go on and on.

Thank you so much again for your creative and hard work. We will let all our friends and family know that they can purchase a copy through you. We'll be in touch.

Angie

From the groom:

Hello Dave, Long time no hear sir….

Well I have to tell you, Angie and I were so excited to hear that the video had been completed, she made me promise that we watch it together, and we just recently watched the video with my 2 daughters since it was my week with the kids….

We are absolutely blown away by the video, it turned out so well, words cannot express how we both feel at the moment. We now know all the details, those things Angela and I had missed while we were caught up in the moment, feels like the day just blew by and we felt we missed so much, the video really brings out the joy, the beauty, and the moments that are etched in our memories for ever.

Thank You so much for your hard work, you and your staff have the gift of talent as the end result is nothing like we expected, it was so much more!
Angela and I want you to know, we are so very grateful that Jo and Madison picked you to do our video, and we Thank You from the bottom of our hearts. This is very special to us, and we will cherish this video for the rest of our lives.

When my daughters decide to wed, I know who to call!

Thank you for everything Dave, you guys are the Best!

Tom Torres

Dave,

We went away and just returned. I had to pick them up so that's why there's been a delay. Mom and Madison are out of the country so you'll be hearing from them I'm sure later this week as I'm off to the post office to mail them their copy right after I send this to you.

It's really incredible. Tom, the girls and I watched the video together and we laughed and cried and went crazy. It's so beautiful and the music is perfect. It's so special words can't express our feelings. What a treasure. I'm going to go crazy until Mom and Madison get home to see it. For Tom and I it was like being there for the first time. You're so talented I could go on and on.

Thank you so much again for your creative and hard work. We will let all our friends and family know that they can purchase a copy through you. We'll be in touch.

Angie

From Mom:

We are flabbergasted by your work. We have shown it to many friends and as they watch they invariably oooh and ahhhh over you! Everyone is blown away by the videography, editing, and music. It looks like a beautiful feature film. Yesterday I showed it to an actress friend of mine who said it sounded as though it had been scripted ... now that's good editing. And to think we don't even remember you being there! It boggles the mind, you are amazing. It has such a natural beautiful seamless flow that captures the day in perfect detail. Your sensitivity shows in every frame. To watch is to be served up our most intimate feelings by a master craftsman who understands the delicate subtleties of his task. The music choices are dead on. They carried us through every turn underscoring the journey in perfect harmony. It was especially wonderful to hear a string version of Beauty and the Beast played under the footage after Jeannne finished the song. Your choice of sound bites over the perfect footage is both thoughtful and beautiful. The rehearsal dinner prayer by my brother-in-law and so many other choices that took real thought and care. There is so much attention to detail that we know will hold even more meaning for us as the years go by. Words are not enough to express our appreciation for such immense care. Thank you, thank you, thank you without end.

In Deepest Gratitude and Respect,

Jo and Madison Galbraith

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Photography: John Shetron - Huntington Valley, PA
Event Design: Evantine Design - Philadelphia, PA
Coordinator: Bud to Blossom - Maple Glen, PA
Bride's Gown: Bridal Reflections - New York, NY
Alterations: Nicole Bridal & Formal Shoppe - Jenkintown, PA
Catering: Max & Me Catering - Doylestown, PA
Entertainment: No Macarena - Philadelphia, PA

Mail Bag: Newtown, PA Wedding

I must tell you that I brought my DVD up to my family this weekend and everyone loved, loved it. They loved the editing, music and voiceovers. You/Gary had everyone crying!

Also, everyone told me that they thought your version of the 3 minute wedding recap video was the best by far! And so do I! --I visit the site regularly to reminisce and I always want to end on your version because it is my favorite.

I hope all is well with you. And thank you for everything!!! You are video artists.

Warm regards,
Jackie Jolly-Smith

Bar Mitzvah Montage at Temple Beth Shalom, Cherry Hill, NJ

Dave,

First of all, we considered ourselves to be genius, that is, to give free license to you, to do whatever you wanted on the montage. Can I tell you, we had over 50 people Sunday morning for brunch, and we played it over and over again all day long, to everyones delight.

You and your group are truly talented at least and artists at best. We cannot wait to see what your finished product will be on Drew's DVD of his bar mitzvah.

Just wanted you to know everyone kept asking who did the montage. We have taken lots of credit for having the foresight to hire you and believe me, we will sing your accolades forever.

Warmest regards,

David, Daryl and Drew

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DVideography specializes in unique Philadelphia Bar Mitzvah Videos and Bat Mitzvah Videos, including Bar Mitzvah Parties, Bar Mitzvah Montage, and Bar Mitzvah Concept Video productions.

Mail Bag: Internet Slow in Mexico

Hi Dave,

I just wanted to let you know that we are on our honeymoon in Mexico (with a horrible internet connection) and I sat here waiting for the video to load for an hour. I just wanted to tell you that it was totally worth it. I absolutely love what you have done so far. Im sitting here with tears in my eyes and I am blown away. You guys are amazing. Thank you for getting that out so quickly. Cant wait to see the rest.

Thanks!
Amanda



Videography: DVideography - Philadelphia, PA
Coordinator: Innove Events - Philadelphia, PA
Photography: Laura Novak Photography - Wilmington, DE
Lighting: Eventions Productions - Aston, PA
Catering: Conroy Catering at Knowlton Mansion - Philadelphia, PA
Entertainment: The Heartbeats - Blackwood, NJ

Mail Bag: Stephanie and Ken's Reaction

Hi Dave (and Sheryl)

Thank you so much for doing such an amazing job with our wedding video. We barely had it a week and had already watched it more than 20 times. It was great to be able to relive the experience together and to see moments of the day that we didn’t get to experience(Kenny enjoyed watching the girls get ready and I loved seeing everyone come down the aisle while I was waiting outside).

The whole thing was just put together unbelievably in a way that made it fun and engaging to watch – you can see everyone’s emotions, reactions and excitement, and the sound quality is flawless.

We been enjoying sharing the recap with our California friends who couldn’t make it out for the wedding, but our favorite part is definitely the outtakes. We were doubled over with laughter. I don’t know how you caught some of that footage -- you are a master and you captured everyone’s personalities perfectly.

Thanks you again, Dave. It was a pleasure working with you, Sheryl and your crew. We felt confident in your expertise, comfortable with your unobtrusive approach and knew that you had our wishes at the forefront of everything you did. You delivered customer service that exceeded our expectations – especially that Christmas Eve video delivery that made my parent’s year!

We wish you all the best in 2007 and hope our
paths cross on a project in the future.

Best,
Ken & Stephanie Tomei

Anything for the Shot

Hi Dave,

So I saw you the other week at the ASTRO meeting
zooming around the Accuray booth filming their launch of the 2006 Cyberknife. I was in from CA to attend the meeting with my client, Philips. I wanted to say hello but could tell you were busy. I swear you are EVERYWHERE!

Attached to the left is a shot Heather Fowler took of you strapped to the back of the golf cart. She also has one of you on top of the limo bus -- you go to great lenghts to get your shots! In fact, I saw the one on your blog when you went up in the bucket. So funny.

Anyway, I hope all is well with you and Sheryl. Take care.

Best,
Stephanie

Same Day Edit at Ballroom at the Ben, Philadelphia

What's a same day edit? Click here to learn more.

Here's a wonderful voicemail we received from the mother of the bride after this past Saturday's 10-Minute Same Day Edit at the Ballroom at the Ben in Philadelphia.

LISTEN TO THE VOICEMAIL

Kudos to Gary for editing the same day footage, to Kris for most of the pre-production, and to everyone on the crew for helping to make this a very special production for this family.

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Videography: DVideography
Photography: Gerard Tomko Photography
Catering: Finley Catering/Ballroom at the Ben
Entertainment: The Heartbeats

Bat Mitzvah Montage with Voiceover

Dave, the video montage is wonderful. We are very happy with it. We made it for us and Laura to have for a lifetime and it will serve those needs well. We will start our son's Brian's WAY sooner than we did this one.

Thanks for a beautiful production.

Susan Weiss

Angela and Tom - New Hope, PA

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Listen to the Parents' Voicemail

This was just one of those magically beautiful weddings. A perfect autumn day in a very colorful New Hope, Pennsylvania.

A little over 70 family and friends helped celebrate Angie and Tom's day. This had to be one of the most loving families we have shot.

It all began at the rehearsal dinner on Friday night at the Stockton Inn. Then the ceremony on Saturday at Thompson Memorial Presbyterian Church. Then off to a gorgeous event at the parent's home and barn, designed by Evantine Design with a delicious presentation catered by Max & Me.

Congratulations 'Gigi' and Tom! :-)

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Photography: John Shetron - Huntington Valley, PA
Event Design: Evantine Design - Philadelphia, PA
Coordinator: Bud to Blossom - Maple Glen, PA
Bride's Gown: Bridal Reflections - New York, NY
Alterations: Nicole Bridal & Formal Shoppe - Jenkintown, PA
Catering: Max & Me Catering - Doylestown, PA
Entertainment: No Macarena - Philadelphia, PA

Karen and Amin at Appleford

Dave,

Your editing of the video is amazing! It is gorgeous. Anyone viewing it would be amazed.

Your capture of the ceremony is wonderful. The speeches, first dance, and cake cutting are great. We loved the shots you got of people hanging out together at the tables. We LOVED how you came upon our friend Bill telling the story about Amin.

The recap was beautiful. Everyone that has watched it has needed a box of tissues.

Karen

P.S. I thought I’d include some of the reactions we had to the recap…

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Oh My Gosh.....This is so beautiful. I am totally speacheless. What a wonderful job they did on this....you too look so happy. I was so caught up in the actual moment that I missed out on the close ups. This is such a neat was to revisit that special day. Thanks for sharing!

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That is the most beautiful wedding video I have ever seen. I can't believe I just cried here at my desk! I can only imagine how touched you and Amin are to have something so special. Your kids, God willing, are going to love watch that.

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I know I'm preggo and emotional blah, blah, blah but that video left me blubbering like an idiot. I loved it.

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This is absolutely fabulous!!! What a great way to remember your special day.

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That was the most beautiful video. It was done so well and professionally, like no other wedding video I've seen. Thanks for sharing. Olivia got a kick out of watching it too.

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Catering: Jeffrey Miller Catering - Philadelphia, PA
Entertainment: Frederick Hart Entertaimnet - Cherry Hill, NJ
Venue: Appleford Estate - Villanova, PA
Photography: Kelly Gilbert - Lamb & Drake Photography
Florist: Flowers by Priscilla - Paoli, PA

Chuppah-Cam

Hello Dave ---

It's Billy Katz, from the Marshall-Katz wedding on September 3rd. Dave, I am so blown away by the Director’s View Recap of our wedding! I am completely amazed by how many highlights you were able to pack into four-and-a-half minutes --- everyone that has seen it has just raved. I myself have watched it over and over in the two days since we received it, and I get choked up every single time I see it. The voiceovers by the little kids are at once precious and poignant. The editing is seamless, and the whole video builds so beautifully from beginning to end. Even the music is just right!

And we weren't sure how you would work in the Chuppah-cam, but that lone shot of Megan and me embracing just after I smash the glass is so effective and dramatic! We really made the right choice of videographers, that's for sure. Everything about the video is so professional and perfect.

Dave, I can't thank you and your team enough for such attention to detail, and for helping us relive our event in such a joyous presentation. This is truly something we will treasure for years to come.

With Warmest Regards,

--- Billy

Shooters: Glen Elliott, Nancy Baysinger
Assistant: Jordan Oplinger
Audio: Tamer Tewfik
Editor: Gary Hanna

Media Wave Video Productions and DVideography Support the Gift of Life Donor Program

Thank you so much for the "Gift of Life/Donors are Heroes DVD". It is a wonderful example of the event and will be very helpful in selling it. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. We will be in touch in reference to getting this onto the Gift of Life web site as you suggested.

Thank you all once again for your gift.

Renee Freeman
Gift of Life

Just another Bat Mitzvah photo montage? Not a chance!

Dave,

No less than 80 people told me "Grandma Mortar" was the best video they'd ever seen. A few confessed that they were dreading yet another boring bat mitzvah montage and then raved about how incredible and professional this was. Leah says the kids from school were still talking about it and they all want copies. So too do several out-of-town relatives who want to show it to friends they told about the video. Congratulations!!!

Regards,

Carol Benenson Perloff (Mom)

Camera/Audio: Dave Williams
Lighting: Nancy Baysinger
Editing: Kristopher King, Dave Williams

Same Day Edit at the Crystal Tea Room

Dave...
Damian and I enjoyed the video very much. Thank you so much for the little details that were addressed during the video. i.e. the prayer for Damian's dad. I also would like to thank you for all the little bits of footage of my niece, even though she was just there in the beginning of the day. i.e the limo ride, the lighting of the candle and the spins at the hotel. Seeing the video each time makes me remember what a extremely special day November 25 was. Thank you so much to you and your crew for all of your hard work. People are still talking about our same day edit and how wonderful it was. This video is something that Damian and I will watch for many years to come. It has been a pleasure working with you.
Thank you again!
Sincerely
Krista and Damian
Married 11/25/05

Videography: DVideography
Photography: Timothy D. Joyce Professional Imaging
Entertainment: Cutting Edge Orchestras: Heat
Venue/Catering: Crystal Tea Room/Finley Catering

CN8’s Ultimate WeddingIt's Your Call with Lynn Doyle

November 17,2005
Philadelphia, PA – Prior to VIP Magazine and CN8 Ultimate Wedding in November, Dave Williams of DVideography was invited onto the show to give contestants tips for creating their contest entry video.

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