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Silver Valley Country Club - Mario + Jennifer

2011-11-11T04:31:00.000-08:00

One of my favorite couples from Silver Creek Valley Country Club.

Jennifer is totally sweet and precious and Mario is quiet and

very in love with his bride.

Silver Creek Valley Country Club is one of the most beautiful venues in the south bay.

It over looks a grand water fall, Golf Course and a ball room with glass all around it to

show off the amazing Evergreen Valley.

I loved the Tuscany ceremony area that over looks the waterfall and tree

surroundings.

Definitely worth checking out.

We shot this wedding with 2 Canon 5DM2's and 3 Canon 7D's.

Indian Wedding - Ruben & Priya - Castlewood Country Club

2011-11-05T10:35:00.000-07:00

High winds, rain and chill at this wedding couldnt over come the warmth of these two Indian families

coming to gether to celebrate an amazing hot looking couple like Ruben and Priya.

The Castlewood Golf and Country Club with its palm trees entrance was the perfect setting this amazing couple.

Jason Diavatis was their event planner that pulled off the event inspire of the conditions, perfectly.

This was our SDE (Same Day Edit) highlight movie we showed at the reception that emotionally moved the bride and groom to a whole other level at the reception.

We filmed, imported, edited and presented this movie on they're wedding day for our amazing couple.

Tons of love and cheers!

Venue: Castlewood Country Club

Event Planner: Jason Diavatis

Photographers: Kim & Niki

Nestldown Wedding - Brian & Emily - DSLR 5DM2 Feature Film

2011-10-23T14:42:00.000-07:00

This wedding filmed by AVRfilms was a classic example of emotions and family all coming

together for a fabulous day to remember for a life time.

If you want to see a couple more passionately meant to be together with true love and

the expression: soul mates...then you have to see this film that takes place in the garden

of Eden, located in the Los Gatos hills at Nestldown.

Venue: Nestldown

Event Planner: Dream a little Dream

Photographer: Daniel Gillette

Cinematographer: AVRfilms

Floral Designer: Asiel Design

Totally Exciting...New Blog and Website coming to a theatre near you.

2011-10-23T14:19:00.001-07:00

AVR films is very excited to open its new Blog and Website November 15th.

Its Premiere viewing and debut on November 15, will be exciting

with it's prestigious look and Canon 5DM2 slides and movies.

My talented website company is Rhonda Michelle Stewart of www.cedarandrose.com.

Website and Blog has been in the works but, well worth the wait.

Save the date and we will keep you all posted!

Gabriel + Victoria - SF Engagement Session

2011-02-21T21:55:00.000-08:00

I love getting to know my clients in our engagement shoots.

It's fun, exciting and the groom gets allot of touch time with someone special.

I love sharing the shots after while we get some food to highlight the evening.

Some couples I take to my secret beach were usually there is not a

single soul on the whole beach or we do the City by the bay secret spots I know for some fun urban sessions.

This couple loved to laugh and snuggle during my session with them and

cant wait to film their wedding at the Oceano Hotel.

I shot this session with my Canon 5DM2, 2.8 24-70mm, 1.4 50mm and my toy fish eye.

Our wedding photographer is Thai Mai.

Highly recommend him for your wedding!

The wedding will be May 29th this year at The Oceano Hotel!

Sakis & Elisheba - Fogerty Winery Wedding

2011-02-05T21:11:00.000-08:00

Elisheba

My fabulous Greek Bride of Fogarty Winery and her really fun new husband Sakis,

had their amazing day with fabulous weather, an amazing harvest full moon and

an amazing winery venue that brought two fabulous

families together for an incredible celebration.

I loved the day, the Greek culture and oh my, the food was the best.

Sakis is one of the owners of Dio Deka Restaurant in Los Gatos

and it makes me hungry just thinking about it again.

This wedding was full of love, emotion, laughter, warmth and celebration.

Cheers Elisheba and Sakis!

Venue and Vendors

Wedding & Reception: Thomas Fogerty Winery

Event Planner: Every Elegant Detail - Janece Shallooe

Florist: Amy Burke Designs

Video: AVRfilms - David Ethridge

Photographer: J. Perlman & R. Lutge Photography

Catering: Dio Deka

Cake: Studio Cake

DJ: Big Fun Dj

Make Up Artist: Sara Vaughn

Officiant: John Sullivan

Paper Design: Little Miss Press

Rentals: Hartmann Studios & La Tavola

Transportation: Destination Systems & Lonestar

Dress: Nouvelle Vogue

Shoes:Valentino

Corey + Jessica - Cliff House

2011-02-02T14:44:00.000-08:00

Why invest in Video?

If this movie doesn't answer the question, why get married?

Jessica and Corey, one of my favorite couples, were full of joy and laughter.

Jessica surprised his groom with an incredible long flowing red hair style.

Her amazing dress was an eye opener for her groom.

Watch the video and see the huge impact on Corey's face

during their 1st meeting at the Sir Francis Drake Hotel.

I loved the session we had on the beach with the couple and

the barracks were a fashion style shoot took place.

I loved the Cliff House and its staff too.

The view is just intense with the sound of powerful waves in the background.

Best wishes and a marriage full of love, laughter and

happy ever after.

Cheers Corey and Jessica!

Venue and Vendors

The Sir Francis Drake

Cliff House

Dress:

Photographer: Ensemble Productions Photography

Video: AVRfilms

Cake:

DJ: Sound in Motion

Eric + Nicole - Wedding Anticipation

2010-12-06T01:28:00.000-08:00

The Dress, Venue and photography is

usually the 1st things that get booked soon after

the couple gets engaged.

I love a bride who has seen the value of our video

and books us up front to make sure their video is

is amazing.

If there ever was a powerful video to truly sensed

the excitement and the intensity of the bride getting ready.

This video will reveal the real reason for video filmed and

composed to bring your wedding film all together to enjoy

for a lifetime.

Don't wait to book your Videographer at the last minute,

the good ones book 12 to 18 months out.

You need to call us before the Tsunami

of brides book us soon over the phone.

Eric and Nicole's wedding was for about 10 people

in a beautiful back yard with a view over looking Los Gatos, CA.

The emotion captured on video was as big as the

bronze valley that happened at sunset.

Check it out, you'll see what I mean.

Cozumel, Mexico - Brian & Andrea

2010-11-30T06:46:00.000-08:00

I thought I would insert a movie from last year to warm my day

on such a cold morning here in November.

Brian and Andrea were such a good looking couple and most of all

a super fun group that delivered a killer party to remember for a long time.

Would I get married in the same style leaving Florida by cruise ship,

board a bus to a great beach club the MONEY BAR,

get married in front of amazing blue ocean water,

party in warm sub tropical breezes (maybe not in a suit),

get a little tipsy,

board a bus back to the cruise ship for the 2nd party off into the sunset?

Heck ya!

Want a warm beach wedding anytime of the year,

Cozumel is a great place of golden sunrises, even better sunsets,

beaches that your the only soul making foot prints as far as you can see

and

water that is to keep you diving over and over again.

This wedding was put together by two wonderful friends and

very talented ladies I must say.

Crystal Lequang of Amazae Special Events and

Linnae of Asiel Design for Floral.

This video was filmed in 8mm and on my old Sony HVR-Z7U.

We are now a 100% HDSLR film company and we do travel

on cruise ships for weddings!

Meet AVRfilms - "A" Team for your Wedding Event

2010-11-23T02:14:00.000-08:00

I thought since we are a favorite for many Event Planners,

Wineries, Country Clubs and private estates,

that I thought I would introduce us so,

you can see the faces behind the cameras

capturing your event and making your day even more fun.

Iam David Ethridge the Owner of AVRfilms, Film Maker,

Editor and master Cinematographer for over 20 years.

Then, there is also Ryan Black who is a primary shooter,

editor and a great Cinematographer.

Completing the trio is my son Brian Ethridge, another primary shooter,

has been filming and editing for 9 years.

We are 3 very professional super nice guys who love to hang out

together for some coffee in the local coffee shop before we film a event

and its almost like we don't even have to chat to

know what each of us are thinking.

Like Mental Telepathy.

We are solely a HDSLR company and love our camera toys.

(8 and 16mm too)

Toys!

Well, yes Meg, I mean equipment,

like our Canon 5DM2's & 7D's, our Steadicam and Merlin,

our tripod sliders, Skate cam my favorite, monopods,

Gitzo Graphite tripods and heads, screen and projector,

laptops (Mac of course),

H4n and H1N Audio Recorders Sennheiser Wireless Mics,

Lenses, Oh my, never can have enough lenses:

All Canon for the best quality by professionals (Kim) LOL

1.2 50mm prime ( Reception decor/slider), 2.8 14mm,

2.8 24-70mm (my workhorse for bride prep),

2.8 16-35mm, Fish eye (love it), 2.8 IS2 70-200mm,

100mm Macro

Always looking for a another great lens!

During ceremonies we have our hand signals for who we are covering

and who to film.

In fact we have been doing it for years by the way.

The biggest compliments we get is how we captured everything for the

SDE (Same Day Edit) yet, they didn't really remember seeing us that much.

Its because we are Ninja Cinematographers and

we wear black so the only color that is reflected is your color.

We move quietly like the wind and lightly like a ...well you get the picture...OY!

Here are some shots of us in action and hope to meet you fabulous Brides someday.

Congratulations and Cheers!

Me having fun with Sherry, the Nestldown Bride.

St. Regis Hotel - Rudy & Tina

2010-11-08T01:23:00.000-08:00

St. Regis Hotel, San Francisco, CA

Rudy and Tina were on of our favorite couples this year and it was a grand affair for the renewal of their vows at St. Mary's Cathedrawal and then off to the Olympic Club for the amazing Reception designed by F. Duncan Reyes Events by Design.

The day was executed perfectly by Duncan and filmed by AVRfilms with our Canon 5DM2's and 7DSLRs.

We used 24-70mm, 70-200mm, 16-35mm, 50mm and my forever fisheye lenses for an array of great shots.

I was a 1st I have ever seen back in December while filming Mike Singletary's daughters wedding to do this spinning ring intro shot while playing around with the grooms ring thinking what could I do for something different.

While the ring spun, i looked at Ryan in amazement and said, Do you think we could do that again and film it this time? Ha!

CordeValle Wedding

2010-10-26T04:15:00.000-07:00

CordeValle is what I call the Valley of the Sun.

Amazing sunrises and even better sunsets.

The venue has great suites for getting ready in also.

We shot this wedding with 2 Sony HVR-Z7U's and one Canon 5DM2.

Floral Design was done by www.asieldesign.com

The Secret to a successful Wedding

2010-10-24T23:49:00.000-07:00

If anyone out there is thinking of having a wedding next year, My first choice will be an EVENT PLANNER for my own kids...no none of my amazing 3 kids are ready for marriage just yet.

Event Planners do so much more than just coordinate.

I think im right when I say this statement because I think the biggest impression new brides have of Event Planners are that they gather people and tell them where to go and open doors and the event just happens smoothly...so not true.

Now days mothers, married brides, bridesmaids, aunts and sisters all want to sit in the captains seat for all their friends and daughters who are getting married.

Truly, Event planners have YOUR best interest at heart when it comes to YOUR wedding.
Another saying I have heard weddings compared to in the industry is "You wouldn't plan to do your own surgery right?"

Event Planners are also very good at educating the parents and the bride onto one playing field and about what is important on the wedding day and what they know of great designs that enhance your vision.

Especially a great floral designer or two that take it to a whole other level like Asiel Design.

They keep the family in check, time in check, vendors in check and they save you $$$ by not spending to much all in one vendor and adequately giving you more money for a service that will help you relive your most important day of your life like a great movie too.

So you have Chicken instead of steak but, you have a great movie to look forward to after your honeymoon. A movie that tells your story and emotion of your amazing celebration.

Also, a planner will appropriately lay out your floor plan and decor to scale.
"Oops, we cant fit another table in this area and put the cake there too."

Photographers are important but, forgoing a Videographer because you put all of your Ka-ching into one vendor is always regretted after the wedding. (Not to mention it is also a sin, so true)

Especially a $8000 dollar photographer and having a $2000 videographer: you may be disappointed in the contrast of quality which still amazes me to this day.

Or a photographer who up sells the photography package another 3k and they forgo the videography all together. (Did happen to me)

An experienced Event Planner will give you great insight to things you never knew about the different services but, also help you find a balance in quality and help you stretch your dollar a little farther.

An experienced Event Planner will also give you the facts about yes, the big moments of the day but, also, the many "little details" that become the big panic button.

Seating, Load in and outs, table settings and cards, color mismatching, a relaxing timeline including travel time and fudge factor for late comers.

We did a event this month at The Palace Hotel in SF and my lovely Persian Bride "M" was having a huge wedding and my 1st thought was you so need a event planner.

She said she didn't really want to spend much more money on the wedding and what do they really other than coordinate.

I told her if anything, I know the Persian culture and on the wedding day many ladies will want to lead that day.

But, anyways, go see this event planner Im sure your going to have a better picture of how much stress you can be saved from.

To make a long story short: she was calling the event planner almost daily to thank him for so many details she never thought of.

Even back and forth details of the Limo between the Hotel and the park for pictures.
They didn't realize they had the wrong count for just the wedding party to all fit in the one limo.

The evening of the wedding, Bride M realized the most important person that day was not the photographer Bambi Cantrel, not the videographer (Me), not the Bridesmaids, not the venue manager, not the parents but, the event planner that personally stood by her side the whole day.

I know the best of the planners in the bay area and they all carry a EASY BUTTON...ya know like the commercial on TV...I wish I had one of those.

The brides of today are high tech, have high standards, have high expectations and most of all; they are all out of time for organizing their own weddings.

Also, most plan to work, plan their wedding, pack, buy and move into a new house all at the same time. I don't recommend it there will be better tests of your marriage later in life.

If a bride truly wants to have fun on her wedding day, a event planner will help give you that dream wedding, fun experiences and great vendors.

Seriously, I know a number of fantastic event planners and feel free to call me anytime for some great referrals and they all would love to meet you and to hear about your vision of your wedding.

Your next step then is to not focus on day of coordination but, at least month of or more and to turn everything over to them and to have fun with them for your whole process leading up to your wedding.

Here is a toast to all those event planners who work so hard and make eveyone elses life significantly allot easier.

A toast should be given at every wedding for the person who stood by her side from the start to the end of a long day, my event planner.

Now if you think this posting was interesting check out the movies on the right and my posting for the Bridal pumps of the week...my very own creation, you heard it here 1st.

Cheers!

Pebble Beach - Chris & Dena

2010-09-09T07:20:00.000-07:00

Once in a great while you hit the perfect wedding day:

Pebble Beach with divine sunshine and weather, fabulous couple,

great families, amazing decor and a magical feeling that just brings

it all together.

The Staff at Pebble Beach really love what they are doing and love to

please there couples.

Had an amazing time filming with AK Rowland Photography and

believe me, it helps to have a "A" Team capturing your event.

The whole day was how I make it my personal fun day and wow day

for shots that excite me and my clients.

We love filming with the 5DM2, sliders, steadicams and an assortment of lens.

Yes, Im a fisheye junky at times but, love my equipment on shoots.

We are so blessed to be in this business of two families coming together.

Cheers guys!

The Oceano Steam Punk Martini Madness

2010-08-13T06:24:00.000-07:00

You want to have a incredible Birthday party or wedding event?

Nancy Nehran, an incredible host and owner of The Oceano Hotel, is one of the most gracious ladies in my life and a must see in Half Moon Bay along the northern coast of California.

F. Duncan Reyes of Martini Madness, A close friend and a incredible event planner, hosted his mixer/birthday party event at this amazing Oceano Hotel and it was one not to miss.

The Grand Ballroom was turned into the most dreamy decor I have ever experienced and Jonathan and Linnae of Asiel Design gave it their personal touch beyond words.

Jonathan brought all the golden fixtures from his warehouse and Linnae debuted her Steam Punk Art.

Hartman Studios sponsored all the furniture and bar for Jonathan's Design.

It was a was a birthday part I will never forget.

Camera work was by Ryan Black and myself, Photography was by Orbie Pullen.

Enjoy and a special thanks to Nancy Nehran, The Ocean Hotel!

The Surprise Proposal - Kyle & Katie

2010-08-03T07:01:00.000-07:00

A incredible night out on the bay and a perfect setting for a surprise proposal on the HornBlower to simply put it, rock Katie's world.

It moments like this that grip your heart and to remember what life is all about...Filming weddings and proposals of course!

The Proposal - Kyle & Katie

Charlie & Meno Teaser Trailer - Golden Gate Club Wedding

2010-04-20T17:07:00.000-07:00

One incredible Bride, One super great Groom and one dream team of vendors to make a event go perfect for a evening of warmth and charm.

Here is a small teaser of F. DUNCAN REYES EVENTS BY DESIGN wedding and what you can experience on your wedding day.

We had a blast filming this wedding and capturing all the details.

This wedding was just a week ago and we love teasing our clients while they are on their Honeymoon.

Happy Wedding!

Wedding Profession

Event Planner & Designer: F. D uncan Reyes

On-site Coordinator: Michelle Barrionuevo-Mazzini

Wedding Venue: Golden Gate Club, Presidio, SF, CA

Reception Venue: Golden Gate Club, Presidio, SF, CA

Photographer: Chung Li

Cinematography: AVRfilms

Floral Design: Asiel Design

Music: Associated Entertainment

Catering: Thomas John Events

Cake: American Cupcakes

Nestldown Wedding - Rudy & Sherry

2010-02-01T10:23:00.000-08:00

This wedding was filled with so much love and emotion for a Groom that absolutely had such a devotion for his bride Sherry.

We filmed this wedding with the Canon 5D and Two Sony Z7 both onto CF Cards for intense detail.

The food by Le Pappion was Mmmmm good, including the wedding cup cakes.

Nestldown is a garden for couples who want to be surrounded by beauty, the fountain at Chapel Lake and redwoods in fern grottos. A must see...

Vendors:

Venue: Nestldown

Photographer: Kate Harrison

Video: David Ethridge AVRfilms

Floral: Karen Baba Plan Decor

Caterer: Le Pappion

Cake: Studio Cake

Saint Cecilia Catholic Church - San Francisco

2010-01-10T15:15:00.000-08:00

I loved filming this wedding of Mitch and Kelly even

with the challenging high winds and torrential

down pour we had all day.

We still got our amazing shots from under umbrellas

and wet cameras and I loved how the weather

made everything so polished and dramatic for

our cinematic touch

at the Historical San Francisco Ferry Building.

The combination of Morgan Doan Events and Linnae of

Asiel Design reflected an ambiance of warm colors

and romance.

Wedding Professional

Wedding: Saint Cecelia Catholic Church, San Francisco

Reception: The San Francisco Ferry Building

Event Planner & Designer: Morgan Doan, Events by Morgan

Photographer: Tara Arrowood, Arrowood Photography

Videographer: David Ethridge, AVRfilms

Floral: Linnae Asiel, Asiel Design

DJ: Mark Haggerty, Dennon & Doyle

Catering: Paula Le Duc Fine Catering

Cake: Jen's Cakes

Clos LaChance Wedding - Joseph + Christen

2009-11-04T11:44:00.000-08:00

Incredible wedding at the award winning Winery Clos LaChance in San Martin, Ca. Great, wonderful families and guest complimented the day of warmth, laughter and fun. I loved this wedding!

Vendors:

Venues: Clos LaChance Winery

Couture Bridal Gown: Nicolette Couture Bridal Boutique

Photographer: Deanna Graham Photography

Videographer: David Ethridge AVR

Floral: Michi's Floral Co

DJ: Good Vibrations DJ

Cake:Morgan Hill Bakery

Invitations: Michelle Shirani - Invitation Advisor

ReFrame the Collective in SF

2009-10-29T12:21:00.000-07:00

ReFrame the Collective

was a spectacular event in San Francisco hosted by

Kristen of Bliss*, Jason Magbanua, Bruce Patterson and Julie Hill.

The event was held at the Clift Hotel which by no standard was to say the least plush!

I saw allot of other great associates in video there and

made one great new friend Ryan and his wife Jada.

Got updated on new types of Cameras to shoot with,

great filters to add for editing from Red Giant Software, Canon 5D & 7D accesories by Zacuto,

saw great movies by the speakers, loved all of the speakers,

especially Leila Kahlil of Be Inspired PR| The Wedding Specialists,

amazing timelaspes by Philip Bloom whom I thought was such a kick to hang out.

Non stop playing around with his toy cameras.

Got to talk personally with all the speakers which

you dont always get to do like at WPPI in Vegas every year or WEVA.

Had dinner with the guys (funny they all have accents, UK) and fun to listen too.

I loved it all and cant wait till the next one,

I suggested San Diego?

Some fun shots!

Me having fun in this crazy big chair.

Everything was Mirrors and Chairs at the Clift Hotel.

Loved the RGB Elevators too.

The party mixer on the top floor was major fun and

the star of the Karaoke show down was

thee legendary Joe Simon and his amazing couch!

Having a killer dinner with me on left me, Steve Weiss,

Oren Arieli and on right Philip Bloom, Kevin Shahanian,

Here I took a shot with the amazing Kristen of Bliss* in my seat.

Really enjoyed getting to know everyone here!

Nace - San Francisco - Hotel Whitcomb

2009-07-15T15:59:00.000-07:00

NACE SF Chapter had a amazing mixer night at the Whitcomb Hotel with entrance tables by MB Wedding Events by Michelle Barrionuevo-Mazzini with two incredible table designs in the beginning of the movie and Nicole Ha with tables in the Dining area.

The evening was highlighted with a dance by "The Groom" Duncan Reyes and

"Fro Girl" Beverly Yip choreographed by Cynthia Glinka.

Evening Speakers: Michelle Barrionuevo-Mazzini, Brandon Cruz , Joel Nelson.

Video is highlights of the evening.

Wedding Bride Shoes - Pumps of the Week

2009-06-18T11:38:00.000-07:00

Oops, I couldnt help put this change up in the line up for Jennifer.

Nice bling for Jennifer.

Jennifer had really great taste in shoes.

Claudia had light nice slip ons for here coastal beach wedding.

Jennifers bridesmaids had great pumps.

Jennifer had pumps at Santana Row.

and a killer dress from Gabrielles Bridal Atelier.

Lauren had pumps at Byington.

Grace had pumps!

Another amazing wedding in San Francisco was Kelly and Dr. Gus Pries my amazing Greek wedding at the beautiful Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church and the reception at Fabulous Sir Francis Drake Hotel. Warm family toasts, Greek dancing and my favorite part, the money being tossed and floating down over the couple while they danced. Kelly had amazing flowers and these amazing red souled, gold spiked bright blue Christian Louboutins pumps. I have always thought that the brides pumps reflect the impression she wants to make on her day.

Jimmy Choo's once again for Pauline's beautiful wedding.

Pauline is a amazing bride from Apple and spent a pretty penny

for these pumps.

Here wedding was at Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery.

Details, details ladies, your shoes are the style of the day.

I have lately seen so many great brides shoes in San Francisco Bay area and thought it would be great to post great shoe shots of brides from my weddings. I love it when a bride has her amazing white dress but, under the dress is the real personality of every bride, THE SHOES! This post is to honor those brides who walked the extra mile to find the perfect pumps!

Each week we will post the Brides Pumps of the week!

My Bride Kari who Married Randy Ksar at the 18th hole at Pebble Beach GCC

had these Jimmy Choo Pumps. Im actually starting to see a few Jimmy Choo Pumps.

Jenny Federico, now Mrs. Lallas of the fabulous CordeValle

Wedding Saturday, had some amazing pumps that

she hinted to me at the rehearsal that where to die

for. She had something old, something new,

something borrowed and definately BLUE!

Chic Manolo Blalhnik jewel dazzled Pumps!

Make a statement, why not?

at this years weddings.

The Bride Adriana Chic B/W Pumps

Some Cole Haan Pump Eye Candy for the Camera.

It was Adriana's amazing shoes that gave me this idea of Pumps of the week.

Jennifer & Mario - Silver Creek Valley Country Club -9/2010

2009-05-15T13:44:00.000-07:00

AVR had just signed on for the fabulous wedding of Mario & Jennifer for September 18, 2010 at the Silver Creek Valley Country Club.

We are delighted to be a part of this families major event to capture the wedding to be viewed for a life time of emotion and memories.

They have selected quite the "A" team for their wedding soon to follow.

Todd Rafalovich Promo

2009-04-27T13:34:00.000-07:00

I have worked over the years with Todd at several weddings and we always have a great time.

I got some great shots of him at Kate's Wedding at Palo Alto GCC and

put together a fun Promo for him.

Todd is super nice, super good at photography and a favorite with many venues.

See his work and click here

Una Bella Sera Bridal Showcase at the Julia Morgan Ballroon

2009-04-08T19:21:00.000-07:00

Many of the top vendors from the Bay Area Wedding Network were there to celebrate the 2nd Annual Una Bella Sera by Crystal Lequang of Amaz'ae Special Events and Nicole Ha of Nicole Ha Floral Designs with the fabulous host Linda Hylen of the Merchants Exchange Grand Julia Morgan Ballroom.

What a incredible day of filming time lapse of the entire setup of the Julia Morgan Ballroom, the Grand European, the Iceland, Africa and South America Rooms.

I filmed 3 amazing models as they posed for Gene Higa, Jennifer Skog and Tanja Lippert.

Mark Stagi also worked the floor during the party with photography.

Video Soon to come...

Dinner Menu table setting of the European Room.

European Room of Una Bella Sera.

The ladies of Una Bella Sera Bridal show case.

Crystal Lequang (right) and Nicole Ha (left).

The amazing Linda Hylen of the Julia Morgan Ballroom.

Jennifer Skog during out camera session with

our amazing model below.

Great wedding Gown.

Justin Fone, Alyssia of Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery

and Dah-Veed (Me).

Michelle of MB Wedding Designs and Armando of Get your do up.

Ellie Warner of Thomas Fogarty Winery and myself, AVR!

Armando again and the beautiful

Linda Hylen of the Julia Morgan Ballroom.

Linda also has a super sweet assistant Susan Meylan.

Jonathan of Asiel Design, Janece of Every Elegant Detail and

Me, AVR!

Mark Stagi Photography, Cassie of Los Gatos DJ,

Kathleen Kilpatric of Villa Montalvo and Me, AVR!

"Pinky", Jill Johnson Photographer and Tanja Lippert Photography.

Armando and Megan Wood of Enhanced Lighting

Jonathan, Amy M Frugoli, Cassie and Me, AVR!

The impecable host for his arriving brides at Una Bella Sera,

Duncan Reyes of Duncan F. Reyes Events by Design.

Dan & Marisa - Saint Mary's College, Moraga, CA

2009-04-07T21:11:00.000-07:00

Dan and Marisa's wedding day was a killer day at St. Mary's College, Moraga, CA. Talk about a great looking couple and super cool personalities, they were awesome! I know that when I get emotionally affected by any sequence of video that the Bride or Groom are going to need a tissue.

Anyways here is some of my favorite wedding video moments of the day. David Ethridge

Destination Wedding - Cozumel, Mexico

2009-04-01T22:25:00.000-07:00

Coming soon an April Wedding

Starring Brian and Andrea of San Francisco, CA

An Amazing Couple with a destination for a

warm romantic wedding day at

The Money Bar Beach Club at Dzul Ha Reef.

They will arrive by Cruise Ship, get married,

celebrate and board the ship for another destination.

The wedding has been cast with Co-stars:

CRYSTAL LeQUANG of AMAZA’E SPECIAL EVENTS

JONATHAN & LINNAE of ASIEL DESIGN

JOSEPH KOHN of IQ PHOTO (Photo)

DAVID ETHRIDGE of A VIDEO REFLECTION *AVR*

What a fabulous wedding day!

After landing at the Cozumel Airport Meg and I cruised into town

to see the water, people and the cool shops along the way to our

Wyndham Cozumel Spa & Resort.

Great Hotel, all inclusive food and drinks!

The Hotel was very open to let the ocean breeze take affect.

This is the view from our front door of our room, thanks Brian and Andrea!

Amazing beach in front of our door.

The dock for departures of Para sailing by the hour.

Andrea's Yacht!

Amazing Photo by JOSEPH KOHN of IQ PHOTO

Under cover wedding videographer, ready to capture everyone coming down the pier from the cruise ship. Thanks guys for helping get out on the pier LISA!

Andrea and Brian's wedding was endless fun and romance in front of the ocean water at the

Money Bar Beach Club where all of the staff there are so fun and accommodating.

Highly recommend this Beach club for any event.

Jonathan and Linnae of course did a amazing display of floral Couture design

and Crystal's wedding from what I heard from all the guest was the best fun ever.

Photo by JOSEPH KOHN of IQ PHOTO

Who said destination weddings are all work?

Just one of the amazing sunsets.

Another wedding captured perfectly, ahhhhh to the last drop.

Tokyo Lounge

2009-02-24T18:26:00.000-08:00

In one of the latest issues of YWD Magazine Michelle of MB Wedding Designs teamed up with Jonathan from Asiel Design and John Wood of Enhanced Lighting for a incredible Tokyo Lounge that exemplifies both of their creativity and design for the perfect Asian flare. Pictures where shot by Tara Arrowood and video by David Ethridge of AVR.

Now in The Knot - Justin & Tori's Wedding - Santa Clara Mission

2008-12-15T05:48:00.000-08:00

Justin and Tori's wedding, what can I say, they were a dream to film on their wedding day. Beautiful couple, amazing day, incredible reception with the dream team to capture the wedding. The following vendors captured everything completely with style:

Vendors:

Venues: Santa Clara Mission

La Rinconada Country Club

Couture Bridal Gown: Gabrielle's Bridal Boutique

Photographer: Tanya Lippert Photography

Videographer: David Ethridge AVR

Floral: Asiel Design

DJ: Ron Grandia

Cake: Jen's Cakes

Invitations: Marizette Papery

Martini Madness at the Mist

2008-10-30T08:46:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite networking events in San Francisco

is called the Martini Madness by my dear friend and

event planner extraordinaire Duncan Reyes.

The Mist was a very fun new dance club in downtown SF.

The mist is the steam affect of Mist that comes down from

the ceiling for a cool affect.

Its a event that everyone in the wedding business truly looks

forward to catching up with associates and just hanging out

with friends as you see below.

Duncan on the far left, Brandon and his lovely wife of Elle Music and Events, next

to him, Andrew (MSV!) and myself on far right.

My favorite person at the event of course was

my lovely wife Meg.

Carlos & Katrina - Carmel Mission/Holman Ranch

2008-09-29T08:35:00.000-07:00

One of my favorite weddings in the recent time was good looking Carlos and beautiful Katrina at the Carmel Mission by the Sea and the beautiful Holeman Ranch that has a incredible view over the Carmel Valley.

I loved meeting the friendly owners Nick & Hunter who love hosting the weddings & celebrations

on their property.

It has a amazing sand stone courtyard and building with water flowing into a pond on one end next to a view of the vineyard.

A grass lawn over looks the vineyard for guest to view while dining and listening to toasts.

The following vendors captured everything completely with style:

Vendors:

Venues: Carmel Mission

Holman Ranch

Photographer: Lucie & Sam Silverira

Videographer: David Ethridge AVR

Flowers: Katrina Meacham

DJ: www.spencerweddings.net

Please enjoy the wedding highlight film and pictures:

The beautiful courtyard of the Mission.

The beautiful Bride Katrina in waiting.

Moments before the wedding.

Carlos and the sharp dress men.

Katrina down the isle see's Carlos for first time.

Katrina at the well in the Courtyard.

All photos by Lucie and Sam Silverira.

What a incredible day we had on Carmel Beach behind the Mission.

The sun was out, the ocean waves were full of size and color.

I personally could have hung out there all day.

Holman Ranch.

ISES Gala 2008, San Francisco

2008-09-27T11:53:00.000-07:00

The NCC ISES Gala this year was a event to compare all other Gala's.

This Gala theme Rêve was held at The Metreon in San Francisco.

Morgan Doan of EBM Events by Morgan was the chair for the charity event.

A special thank you to everyone who deigned and supported the NCC ISES event .

We had a blast filming to whole production from start to finish and the food, entertainment, drinks, music, band and speakers made it evening of pure delight.

Please enjoy the AVR Highlights:

AVR A Video Reflection

Shiloh & Katlyn - Tehama GCC

2008-09-02T10:37:00.000-07:00

What a nice sunny day we had driving through Monterey

seeing the kite festival on the beach from the highway then,

driving up the private road to Tehama at Carmel by the Sea.

Clint Eastwood has one of the nicest Golf Courses laid out on top

of the Carmel Valley Mountains, fairways that would blow any golfers

mind away and a staff that is super accommodating for weddings.

The Wedding Manager James is really great at making the families

very welcome and accommodating for someone who works directly

under Mr. Eastwood himself.

Holly ran the Rehearsal and Wedding and also was very helpful

not only to the bride and family but, even more so to the working

wedding professionals.

Jane Morba and her husband Kevin was trully amazing like her

website says: www.amazingjane.com.

Between us both we were super creative in many shot locations,

but, the shot of her standing in front of the glass doors over looking

the bay with her silhouette said it all.

I captured the bride in soft romantic 8mm movie film

after the wedding as the walked together along the back

deck and got some romantic shots while the bride and groom

posed and embraced each other

along the sand stone walls of the club house.

The Club House was beautiful sand stone walls,

shaded valet parking and solitude in the mountain air.

Here is just one side of the club house views guest

and wedding party enjoyed after the ceremony.

The Ocean view for guests during

the wedding.

The warm evening sun highlights the sand stone

of Tehama and the couple.

Katlyn had some fun name cards.

Awesome place settings.

The array of settings.

Katlyn loves Cherries.

The beautiful fountain during the evening

sends refracted light up into the stars

that night.

The evening brings out the warmth of the surrounding

lighting that charmed everyone though the evening.

More amazing archways used for photos and video.

Vendors:

Venue: Tehama

Photographer: Jane MorbaJane Morba (and husband Kevin)

Videographer: David Ethridge AVR

Caterer: Tehama

Flowers: Wendy Melrose Fionna Floral

Cake: Layers Cake

Nestldown Wedding with Ben & Gina

2008-08-06T09:55:00.000-07:00

I keep getting blessed with these wonderful weddings of great

sunshine, great lighting, fantastic sweet couple (Ben & Gina) and

one of my favorite, favorite outdoor

wedding spots, The romantic garden of Nestldown.

Brooke is the site manager and she is a sweat heart.

She was everywhere coordinating the day and on top of things left and right.

Best part about her is she is so approachable and

cheerful for whatever your needs are.

They have a wonderful crew working there from a London

taxi cab ride from the parking lot

to the grounds and use the cool cab for the bride and

groom exit at the end of the evening too.

Talk about green venue, this is the nicest garden in the

bay area with ponds, enchanted forest with super high redwoods.

The barn has a loft and is hardly a barn but, more like a lodge

with a golden glow from the lights and fireplace.

As you walk down the the path to the wedding site, you down to

stone floor amphitheater facing a amazing pond at you look through the arbor to see a fountain shooting up high in the middle of the pond.

Bubble also surface in certain areas around the edge of the pond.

The Taxi can can also bring down grandmother to the side over a small bridge.

For fun, there is a small train ride for couples and kids during cocktail hour.

Never a boring moment at this place.

Vendors:

Venue coordinator: Brooke Greene

Photographer: Deanna Graham

Videographer: David Ethridge AVR

Caterer: Cafe Primavera - Joanna

Flowers: Plan Decor - Karen Baba

Cake: The Cakery

Some of the Nestldown's wildlife.

The beautiful pond next to the barn.

Another view of the pond next to the barn.

Beautiful Gina photographed by Deanna Graham.

Beautiful flowers by Karen go with the garden.

Cute sign pointing to trail to the amazing ceremony site.

The ceremony site here is incredible.

Photo by Deanna Graham.

You can see in the background the fountain in the middle

of the pond behind the arbor.

Did you know Nicolas Cage got married here?

Couples and Kids love the train ride.

The lovely Gina and Ben enjoying a train ride

with the bridal party.

Another part of the lovely garden by the play house.

What a great day!

Mike & Adriana Wedding - Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery

2008-08-05T09:50:00.000-07:00

Michael and Adriana's Perfect wedding day!

This wedding was amazing and fun at the winery as I

worked with some of the best that day.

Adriana and Mike were such a humble,

wonderful couple both matched perfectly.

Mike was the sharp dressed groom who always checked to

make sure everyone was comfortable and Adriana

was full of grace and elegance.

Alyssia was the wedding venue manager that day and

she is a huge compliment to the Casa Real at the Ruby Hill Winer y.

She is like your best friend on your wedding day and so cheerful.

Vendors:

Event coordinators: Adrienne Marie Weddings

Photographer: Tanja Lippert photography

Videographer: David Ethridge AVR

Music: Rich Amooi "Hey Mr. DJ"

Flowers: Nona Tai Design Studio

Front entrance to the Lobby, Ceremonial wedding areas and

huge reception room with a awesome bar.

Photo by Tanja Lippert

Amazing, wonderful ceremony Room at Ruby Hill Winery.

Mr. and Mrs. Van Bijlevelt!

Photo by Tanja Lippert

Amazing Indoor Lobby shot by Tanja Lippert!

Mike & Adriana having a very romantic moment.

Photo by Tanja Lippert

Casa Real at Ruby Hill Winery has a really nice

Vineyard for Photo and Video just stepping

distance from the courtyard.

Tanja and I worked seamlessly all day having a fun time.

Can you tell?

Ryan her husband is one of my favorite friends.

Why wouldn't you have us at your wedding?

The best voice in the Music business,

Radio star Rich Amooi.

Rich is also so professional and nice to be around

all night...doesn't he look like Mr. Happy!

Adrienne who coordinated the whole day flawlessly really

made the day stress free, fun and executed on time.

Wedding planner, absolutely a must, not just a luxury!

Chris & Dena - Pebble Beach, CA

2008-08-05T09:05:00.000-07:00

I love this wedding location by the sea.

I think so far its one of the most amazing views

from the wedding and reception sites.

It is such a beautiful place and we hit the day of the year weather wise. Dena is one of my favorite brides of 2008.

She had so much grace and beauty about her which Annie Rowland captured in the pictures you see. Both Chris and Dena were quite the handsome couple but, so humble and in awe of every moment of the their day.

Daryl the Catering manager was such a delight to work to make the day run perfectly. They had amazing flowers too done by Pebble Beach Staff...amazing.

The Band, the Band. Simply put, the best band I have heard in 20 years...you gotta check out Perry Miller and the Origional Substitutes!

Vendors: Event coordinators: Daryl & Deyna-Pebble Beach

Photographer: Annie Rowland Photography

Videographer: David Ethridge AVR

Music: Origional Substitues

Flowers: Pebble Beach

Cake: Pebble Beach

Welcome to the Lodge of Pebble Beach.

The Beautiful Mrs. Dena Heinze.
Need I say any more?

The incredible wedding site next to the prestige's 18th hole of Pebble Beach.
Weather was surreal.
Wonderful guest too.

Off to the beach Club for amazing dining and views.

Front Entrance to the Reception area.

Me loving the Pebble Beach Resort.

2008-08-05T08:10:00.000-07:00

This couple, one of my favorite Celebrity weddings,
has a huge story to tell about how they met and married...to be continued I hope.

They had a warm, wonderful day at CordeValle which is in the top 10 in golf courses in our nation.

Im proud to say its in my neighborhood in the south bay area.
I love the everyone there, Bobby at the front desk, Julee, Kristi, Kim, Carla, Jill...everyone is so nice.

They 1st saw each other that morning at my favorite bride with shaded over hanging trees in delight of Rebecca's amazing Couture Wedding dress and Richard's fitted suit.

I personally captured each tender moment as they embraced each other.
I felt their genuine passion for each other and the day to unfold.

The weather was awesome as it warmed the hillside grass and trees.
The wedding was magical and so cute at times.

The reception was enhanced and turned into a floral elegance of color
by Jonathan and Linnae of Asiel Design.

Photo by: Annie Rowland

Vendors:
Venue Hosts: Julee Midden, Jill Garcia www.cordevalle.com
Day of coordinators: Amy Paris http://www.paris-designs.com
Photographer: Annie Rowland http://www.akrowland.com
Videographer: David Ethridge http://www.avideoreflection.net
Flowers: Jonathan & Linnae http://www.asieldesign.com
Lighting: John & Megan http://www.enhancedlighting.com
Music: Band
Ice Carving: Chisel-it Ice http://www.chiselit.com
Cake: Elegant Cheesecakes

Great Bride, Great Wedding

2008-07-18T10:39:00.000-07:00

Brian and Kate were such a fun couple to be a part of their wedding day.The PAGCC was shining with its view of the golf course, hillside and water falls. Kate had made to order weather and the champagne was flowing that day.

I personally took care of her filming all the ladies chatting back and fourth while they were all getting ready.

Brian was fun to film while he was anxiously waiting for the 1st sight of his bride.

Vendors:

Venue Host: LT and Lauren http://www.pahgcc.com

Event Planner: Kristina Taheri

Photographer: Todd Rafalovich

Video: David Ethridge AVR

Music: Rich Amooi

Kate glowed with warmth, charm and beauty on her wedding day.

Were Married!

Brian soon after Kate serenaded him with a song she wrote and played on the green at Palo Alto GCC along with her guitar...very tender moment.

Todd Rafalovich did some amazing shots of the couple as I filmed them

both walking along the fairway at sunset, killer moment and day!

Kristina Taheri and I after a fun, great day together

at the PAGCC.

She is a dream to work with when it comes to event planning to execute your perfect wedding day.

(The families loved her!)

Me, Kristina, The Amazing Lauren and Rich!

The Wonderful MB

2008-06-03T15:57:00.000-07:00

Well, we had a fun surprise Luncheon for the wonderful Michelle with a long last name from San Francisco.

She is not only an amazing Event Planner but, an warm hearted personal friend who gives the best hugs.

Hats off to Duncan Reyes for all the fine tuning of the surprise birthday luncheon.

So, we made it look like a fancy consultation and Duncan had the Rolls Royce waiting outside.

I pulled up with my camera to follow the routeas seen below in SF.

We then surprised here with a line up of special guest of wedding friends for great food at MOCHICA on Harrison Street.

Great food!

MB was moved by all the friends that showed.

Happy Birthday Girl

2008-05-18T05:10:00.001-07:00

How does someone tell a friend that they are someone special in your life or everyone else's life?

You throw them a surprise birthday party!!

Happy Birthday Linnae of Asiel Design.

I highly, highly respect the Event planners now.

After doing the invites, table arrangements, floating candles, balloons, appetizers, cold drinks, DJ and Linnae's

surprise gift.

You cant just have a simple birthday decor for Linnae.

Pressure was on...

We had a full line of talented star studded friends that helped me create a evening that was so fun and memorable.

Special thanks also from all our friends:

Duncan Reyes Events by Design for all his time and help.

Michelle of Wedding Design & Events, (she does have a long last name JFone) for great food and help with the great DJ.

Always yummy cake with Jen of Jen's Cakes!

Camera work by great friend Justin Fone (JFone!).

Special thanks to John Senior and Mo

nica for location and killer BBQ food.

Linnae's surprise gift!

Crystal, Me AVR!!, Linnae, John the Dancer and Meg my Lovely.

Crystal, JFone!! and Linnae.

I would be smiling too!

Cheers Linnae!

Duncan & Michelle

Wedding Videographer Award!

2008-05-17T12:19:00.000-07:00

What a great day with Ann Nola, Founder/Director of the ACPWC and Marcia Colman-Joyner , ACPWC Instructor/Event Planner (long time friend).

I was asked to speak about the importance of wedding video in every brides budget and wedding preservation and what is HD video?

I didnt know that I was being presented with the ACPWC Videographer Choice Award.

Its a award voted on by members of the association by member Event Planners for excellence in wedding videography.

Thanks Ladies, you all made my day!

Green Cake!

2008-05-12T17:45:00.000-07:00

Who said work is all work and no play?

I was surprised with a killer luncheon with some of my very special friends:

Nicole D'ambra, Gabrielle Medrano, Kristi Cannon and Kathleen Kilpatric.

All these ladies are wonderful, wonderful people

and birthdays are where it really counts!

I love my green birthday cake!