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The BIGGEST wedding of the year!

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Published: 02/22 | By Andrew

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The 2009 calendar is filling up quite nicely, and it’ll be another big year for 28Twenty. Though we’re scheduled to work with a lot of great couples this year, there is one wedding and one couple that we’re most anxious about. It’s a wedding that takes place here [1] on March 28 in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. Yes, we’re traveling to Arkansas for a wedding! We normally wouldn’t classify any one wedding as “bigger” or “more important” than another, but this wedding is special for several reasons. For one, the groom is my closest friend and occasional video partner, John! John and I go way back to college days in the state of Missouri, where we, along with my wife Annette, were extremely close friends. After college, in 2000, we all ended up in Ohio (my home state). Fast forward to 2006, when we came up with this crazy idea to start a wedding videography business! (Truth be told, we would credit God for giving us this bizarre “vision,” and we would also acknowledge Him as the one who’s made it go!) Life found John back in Missouri in 2007. We all understand now that John was directed back to Missouri because God had a bride waiting for him there! His friendship with an incredible young woman, Karen, took off, and now they are set to become man and wife next month! We couldn’t be more excited for these great friends of ours. Not only is this wedding special because of our close friendship with John, which gives me the honored role of Best Man, but I’ve been asked to play another significant role in the wedding: videographer! No, not really — though we’ll do what we can to give them a great wedding film (Annette may have to run solo on this one!). The role they’ve asked me to play is that of the officiant! Yes, you heard me right — I will be performing the wedding! If you don’t know anything about us, you may be surprised to know that I’m actually an ordained minister! I was once a youth pastor, which is where I started to develop some skills with the camera. This will be the first wedding I’ve ever performed, and I’m very much looking forward to it. To be asked to film a wedding is an honor. To be asked to be a Best Man is beyond special. To be asked to preside over the actual ceremony of my friends — I can’t even begin to describe it. It will be an emotional, incredible day! Plus our oldest boy, Isaiah, will be the ring bearer! Bring on the tux, little man! So forgive me, brides and grooms of 2009! We’re certainly looking forward to being a part of your big day. But this wedding, though not large or extravagant by “wedding industry” standards, will be the biggest and most beautiful wedding of the year for us! We can’t wait! Thanks, John + Karen, for letting us be a part of it! ;) -andrew- [1] http://www.thorncrown.com/ read more

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VALENTINE’S SPECIAL!

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Published: 02/13 | By Andrew

In honor of Valentine’s Day, we’re offering a special limited-time offer! Book any of our three main packages (Pearl, Gold, or Diamond) on Valentine’s Day weekend (Feb 13-15), and we’ll add a FREE Love Story to your package! Photo courtesy of Simply Timeless Photography [1] A Love Story is a 15-20 minute production that simply tells your story — from childhood to dating, all the way through to today. It incorporates interviews, photos, music, and even video clips. Filming can take place at up to 3 locations of your choice. For example: your home, another outdoor location, during your e-pic session, etc. This video can be shown at your rehearsal dinner or reception, or posted online as a Save the Date video! This production is currently valued at $425! Book with us this weekend and we’ll include it in your package at no extra cost! We realize this is short notice! So if you’re interested, but unable to book on Valentine’s Day weekend, you can still get in on the action. Book your 2009/2010 wedding during the month of February, you can still add the Love Story at 50% off! This is such a beautiful way to tell your love story to friends and family, and more importantly, to your children and future generations! Pictures are invaluable in documenting the past, but what could be better than telling a story with photos AND your own voices? Celebrate your love this year by letting 28Twenty tell your story on video! To see a sample, check out Scott + Stephanie’s Love Story here [2] (which even includes home video footage of the proposal — how cool is that?). ______________________________________ CONTACT US TODAY [3] to check availability and to take advantage of this great deal! [1] http://www.simplytimelessphotography.com/ [2] http://www.28twenty.com/2007/09/scott-stephanie-the-love-story/ [3] http://www.28twenty.com/contact read more

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Updates

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Published: 11/14 | By Andrew

Well we’re finally winding down and ready to wrap up our first full season of doing weddings full-time! It’s been a busy year, and I’m looking forward to the break. And though I’ll have a break from shooting weddings, I have no such break from editing weddings! Still a lot of catching up to do! As we enter this winter off-season, we’ll also be making some cosmetic changes to the website. A little freshening up is always good! We’ll also be tweaking our packages a little — more simplified with a slightly different price tag. [Hint: If you haven't booked for 2009 yet, now's a good time to lock in at our current pricing!] I’ve learned a great deal this year! I have so much more experience from a full year of shooting, editing, meeting with clients, marketing, networking, etc. I’m anxious to apply all the knowledge I’ve gained this year so I can be more productive in 2009. I’ll also strive to continue learning my craft more fully, pushing myself to grow in my ability and creativity. I’ve still got so much to learn! I’ve also met and worked with a LOT of great people in 2008. Thank you to ALL the great vendors we’ve worked with! As our “co-workers,” you’ve helped make our weekends enjoyable! Thanks also to my fellow videographers, who have been more than willing to share your knowledge, not to mention sending prospective clients my way when possible. It’s great to have friendships with people that the business world considers your “competition!” And of course, we’ve had an awesome collection of couples that have allowed us the privilege of participating in their wedding day! So stay tuned for more updates as we head towards 2009… read more

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An experiment in blogging

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Published: 07/28 | By Andrew

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Ok, so I've done some blogging on my MySpace page, but I'm not sure if that really counts. I truly enjoy writing and expressing myself through the written word -- always have -- but for some reason the thought of attempting a blog is a bit intimidating to me! I'm not quite sure why... Maybe it's the fear of not doing it "correctly" (as if there's a proper and improper way to do this). Maybe it's the fear of being irrelevant, having no one willing to listen. Sometimes when I check other blogs with no comments, I'm left wondering if I'm the only one tuning in? And if that's the case, will I also be a lone blogger? And yet I'm choosing to take this venture head on. I love the thought of allowing others to move beyond a simple web page to know me on a more personal level. There's something about reading a man's blog that somehow connects you with him. It's as though he's allowing you to peel open his diary and read his heart. It's a bit of a contradiction, the blog -- it seems somewhat impersonal, yet uniquely personal at the same time. It's actually much like the work of a wedding videographer. It's impersonal in the fact that you're standing behind a camera for hours, following the action as well as the actors, documenting their every move. But...this is their wedding! I've been invited to participate in this intensely intimate and personal event! The transfer of responsibility and care from the bride's father to the groom, the joining of husband and wife, the creation of a new family and home. It's a beautiful time, it truly is. And I have been entrusted to make sure these memories last forever! At the end of the day, I hope this blog gives you the opportunity to get to know me. I would love for you to know me as more than just a "video guy." I'm going to use this page to talk about my life and family, to inform of current specials on wedding packages, to share stories of recent wedding experiences (there's always plenty of these!), new video clips, etc. Whether you're a friend, partner in the wedding industry, someone who's allowed me the privilege of producing your wedding video, or just a bride, groom, or mom planning a wedding -- I hope you stop by often and share your own thoughts with me! I'd love to make this a conversation... Thanks for embarking on this little journey with me! read more

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