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VHS to Digital Transfers

Posted on December 10, 2010

Preserve You Memories. If you’re like me, you probably have hundreds of home movies stuck on VHS tapes.  Over the years those tapes have started to deteriorate and some may not even be viewable any longer.  Or perhaps your old VHS player has been broke for months and you have found that good VHS players just aren’t being sold any longer. That’s because they are obsolete.

So your plan of action has been to transfer these tapes to DVD disc, but you just haven’t found the time to do it or you don’t have the proper equipment to do it right, or you just keep putting it off thinking you’ll get it done some day. While in the meantime, those tapes are deteriorating even more and eventually won’t play at all.

Well I have a better idea. Instead of transferring all of those home movies to DVD which before long will be just as obsolete as your old VHS player, you should have them transferred to a digital format while you still have a chance. Once in a digital format, you can be assured that those precious memories can be preserved not just for a lifetime, but forever so generations to come can view them no matter what future media format is in existence.

We can do all the work for you and save you time and money in the process. We’ll transfer those old analog tapes to an H.264 Quick Time movie format that can be viewed on your computer (Mac or PC) as well as your smart phone, iPod, iPad, or you can even upload them to YouTube for family and friends to view at their leisure. Additionally these H.264 digital files  can be viewed directly on your HDTV via the new Apple TV entertainment center, or your Playstation, or XBox.

If this is something that you may be interested in doing, just send me a message via my contact page on the website.  Let me know approximately how many tapes you have that you would like to have transferred and I’ll give you a written quote. Or if you simply have questions and want to discuss the possibilities, let me know I’ll be happy to answer your questions.

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Our Packages and Pricing

Posted on December 8, 2010

You’ve only got one chance to do this right. You’ve carefully budgeted for everything else, don’t make the mistake of cutting the budget short on your wedding video. It along with your photos are the only things that will last after the cake is eaten, and the last dance has finished.

Are you on a tight budget? Do you dream of having a glamorous wedding video but are forced to stick to a shrinking budget that just won’t allow it? Ask us about our interest free payment plans which allow you to continue making payments for up to 12 months after your wedding day. You might be pleasantly surprised just what you CAN do on a tight budget!

All weddings are different, some need little coverage, while others need lots of coverage. That’s why we no longer use the “traditional package” approach in our marketing. If you’ve done any shopping around at all for a videographer, then you know what I’m talking about. Some  have so many different options thrown in this and that package, that even they get confused.  Additionally, I can’t really give you an accurate quote on a package, until I know more about what it is you need.

Package Structure: We provide 3 levels of coverage.  Our basic level consists of two packages, the Ceremony Only, and our Basic Package. The intermediate level of coverage is found in our Bonze Package. Then we have additional packages in our Extended level which not only provides additional hours of wedding day coverage, but they also offer Enhancement Credits ranging from $500 to $2000 depending on the package purchased. These Enhancement Credits are then used to purchase add-on options of your choice giving you total control over customizing your package to best fit your budget.

Packages from $995 To inquire on our availability, packages and pricing, please call 270.312.9760 anytime between 9:00 am – 9:00 pm EST Monday – Saturday, or send us your contact information with your wedding date using our Reservation Request Form and we’ll get back with you ASAP.

Product & Services Descriptions: You can find a full description of any specific product or service in the article titled “Product-Services Descriptions” located under the Investments tab on our website, or just click HERE.

Booking Procedures: To learn more about our quick and intuitive Online Booking Procedures, please see the article titled “Online Booking Procedures” also located under the Investments tab on our website, or just click HERE.

All Weddings are shot with 3 High Definition (HD) cameras, and 2 videographers, the footage is then edited and mastered in HD to insure the highest quality exist when we down convert the HD master to Standard Definition (SD) for delivery on DVD and encode the HD master for authoring to Blu-ray as required, depending upon the package you’ve purchased.

The HD Blu-ray Upgrade is also provided with all packages consisting of 8 or more hours of coverage. You’ll receive 3 Blu-ray copies with customized pop-up and static menus as well as customized labeling and packaging.

Thanks for your time.

Ron Priest

270.312.9760

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Morgan & Kyle

Posted on August 17, 2010

Morgan and Kyle were married at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour, IN. while their reception was held at Pines Evergreen Room in also in Seymour, IN.  Morgan is the twin sister of Megan who’s wedding we also had the privilege of shooting.  Some of Megan and Justin’s video clips can also be found in our video gallery, on our website.

Below I’ve posted Morgan & Kyle’s Highlight clip, Bridal Prep and First Look Video. You can view more of their clips in our video gallery on our Flash Website.Morgan and Kyle were married at the Immanuel Lutheran Church in Seymour, IN. while their reception was held at Pines Evergreen Room in also in Seymour, IN. Morgan is the twin sister of Megan who’s wedding we also had the privilege of shooting. Some of Megan and Justin’s video clips can also be found in our video gallery, on our website

Morgan and Kyle’s Wedding from Ron Priest on Vimeo.

Morgan’s Bridal Prep from Ron Priest on Vimeo.

Morgan & Kyle’s First Look Session from Ron Priest on  Vimeo.

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Melanie and Jason

Posted on July 29, 2010

Melanie and Jason’s Wedding

Melanie and Jason were married at the Holy Family Catholic Church in New Albany, IN and their reception was held at the Grand in New Albany, IN.  I was fortunate  to have the pleasure of shooting Jason’s sister’s wedding (Ashley and Jonathon) a couple years ago thanks to Jason’s parents. Below I’ve posted a couple of Melanie and Jason’s video clips. You can view more of their clips in our video gallery over on our  website .

Melanie’s Salon Prep from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

Melanie and Jason’s Highlight Clip from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

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Stream Videos Directly to your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad

Posted on March 16, 2010

iPhone/iPod Touch and iPad Viewers

You can now stream our clients wedding videos from our  BlogSite directly to your iPhone, iPod Touch or  iPad as long as you have a 3g or WiFi connection. Since Steve Jobs in his great wisdom (and I’m NOT being facetious) has decided to NOT allow flash content to playback on Apple’s mobile devices,  and since my clients videos on my flash-based website can not be viewed by anyone via their selected Apple mobile device, I’ve made a command decision.  I decided to provide links to those same videos here on my my BlogSite to accommodate the iPhone, iPod touch and iPad viewers.

Keep in mind, the headers of my BlogSite also display flash content however, if you’re viewing my blog with an iPhone, IPod Touch, Android, or BlackBerry Storm, you do not see these flash headers due to the incredible WPtouch plug-in Im using on this WordPress  based BlogSite.  What WPtouch does is it automatically transforms a WordPress blog into a web-application experience similar to a dedicated iPhone application.   So when surfing my BlogSite with your chosen Apple mobile device , simply tap on any text link labeled iPhone/iPad Video to stream the QuickTime (h.264) video directly to your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad.  This may also work on the Android or BlackBerry Storm, but I haven’t tested it, so I don’t know.  If you have one of these non-Apple devices, please post your comments to the bottom of this post to let us know if it works or not. Make sure to tell us which non-Apple mobile device your using.

Here’s how it works.  While surfing the web with your selected Apple mobile device, come here to my Blog-Site and access any of the associated blog-posts containing QuickTime h.264 videos.  Any posts under the category of “Weddings”  will contain videos. In the paragraph heading describing the video, you’ll see  a text link that says (iPhone/iPad Video) simply tap on the link and the video will stream to your Apple device.  In most cases if you have a decent 3G  or WiFi connection, the video will stream uninterrupted.  Below are some example links you can test out, or you can simply tap on the image above and it will stream Courtney & Brandon’s Highlight to your device.

1. To view Courtney’s Bridal Prep Video tap on the following link: (iPhone/iPad Video)
2. To view Courtney & Brandon’s Highlight Video tap on the following link:  (iPhone/iPad Video)

So  tell me, just HOW COOL is that!?!  Come on, you know it’s cool!  The outstanding quality of an  h.264 QuickTime movie beats flash playback hands down, and it does it on your iPhone!.  You know what?  I’m starting to think Steve Jobs is a pretty smart man, what do you think?  Add your comments below, let me know how it’s working for you.

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Courtney and Brandon

Posted on March 13, 2010

Courtney and Brandon’s Wedding

Courtney and Brandon had a beautiful wedding!  It was a lot of fun to shoot and edit.  I was fortunate enough to have the pleasure of shooting her sister’s wedding (Colleen & Kyle) a few years back which also took place at St. Paul’s Catholic Church while the reception was held at 300 Spring in Jeffersonville, IN. Courtney’s parents Sheila and Roy are fantastic to work with, thanks  Mr. & Mrs Smith!

Courtney and Brandon’s Screen Shots + Blog Post

A very cool feature of this WordPress blog template is that it displays a flash header.  If your viewing this blog with a flash enabled browser, you’ll see a menu item above labeled “Screen Shots” Move your mouse over it and it will open up a drop down menu where you can then select a slideshow of shots extracted from Courtney’s Bridal Prep and Photo Shoot.  Additionally, this blog post will continue to be displayed beneath the slideshow header.

Viewing Our Videos on a Flash Enabled Mac or PC

If you’re viewing this post on your flash enabled computer (Mac or Pc), Android, or iPhone, you can view Courtney & Brandon’s videos directly from our Vimeo links below or you can go to our flash based website and view their personal video gallery .  You’ll also find an enormous amount of our work presented in other galleries specifically designed for our couples.

Attention iPad Users

If you’re viewing our blog on an iPad you may need to tap on the Vimeo text link below the image to view the video on Vimeo’s site.

Courtney and Brandon’s Wedding Day Highlight from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

Courtney’s Bridal Prep from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

Courtney’s Photo Session from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

Courtney AND Brandon’s Grand Entrance from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

Courtney and Brandon’s Childhood Montage from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

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Inclusively HD – We Survived the Move!

Posted on February 25, 2010

We Survived the Move from Standard Definition (SD) to High Definition (HD)

Midway through our 2008 wedding season I decided to make the move from SD to HD.  I’ll have to be honest, it wasn’t the easiest or cheapest move I’ve ever made, but it was by far the smartest!  I basically had to purchase all new equipment.  Everything from new HD cameras to computers and software that was able to handle editing ProRes 422 High-Quality HD.

Nothing is free, there’s always a cost!

Shooting, editing, and mastering everything in HD and then delivering the content to both SD DVDs and HD Blu-ray disc not only involved additional finances, but an additional investment in time.  Initially there was a steep learning curve required perfect the best workflow. Additionally,  it takes twice as much time to transcode HD video footage for delivery to both SD DVDs and HD Blu-ray disc. However, the resulting quality is breathtaking and now that the transition is over, it was well worth the move.

SD Delivery of your HD mastered video

I understand that everyone doesn’t yet have a Blu-ray disc player.  Therefore,  once mastered to HD, the footage must be transcoded down, or down-converted to the standard definition (SD) widescreen format which will enable our clients to watch their videos on their standard DVD player. It’s important to note that even though your video will be in the widescreen format, it will still look just fine on a standard 4:3 television set. However, it will be displayed in a letterbox format which means you will see some black space at the top and bottom of the screen just as you do when watching a widescreen Hollywood movie on a standard TV set.

Viewing SD on an HDTV:

If you’ll be viewing your standard definition (SD) DVD’s on a widescreen HDTV, you’ll see a noticeable benefit in picture quality if playing your videos on an up-scale (or up-converter) DVD player or a Blu-ray disk player since it will up-convert your SD DVD’s for a more enjoyable viewing experience on a large widescreen TV. Now don’t misunderstand me, an up-convert DVD player will not make your SD DVD’s play back in HD, that’s not possible, but it will enhance the SD playback to give you a sharper picture on a widescreen LCD TV screen.

How does all of this benefit the client that doesn’t want HD?

You may be wondering; What are the benefit’s of shooting, editing and mastering in HD if the client is not asking for final delivery in HD?  First of all, your video will be of a much higher quality when shot and mastered in HD versus SD. In other words, SD originating from footage of a higher resolution source (HD camera) is better than SD from a SD source (SD camera) because it doesn’t loose any quality in postproduction.  Another benefit to shooting your wedding in HD is the fact that it allows us to re-author your wedding video at a later date to HD Blu-ray disc when your ready.   In other words, If it’s not shot in HD now, it CAN’T be delivered in HD later, so there’s no turning back.

HD delivery on Blu-ray disc and in the Apple TV format.

Since all of our weddings are now shot, edited and mastered in HD, you can now have your cake and eat it too!  In other words, we can deliver your video in full HD on Blu-ray disc and you’ll also receive your wedding videos in SD delivered on standard DVDs to watch using a standard DVD player, so no worries there!  If you purchase a Silver or better package, HD Delivery on Blu-ray disc is included in the package at no additional cost.  Also, it makes no difference if your getting the Blu-ray disc upgrade or not, you still receive digital copy files which can be played back on your Apple TV via itunes, or you can sync the files to playback on your iPhone or iPod touch, all of which is free no matter which package you purchase!   Oh and just one more program note: You’ll receive digital copy files for all of the same videos contained on your DVD’s.

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Wedding Day Video Tips

Posted on February 24, 2010

Congratulations! The big day is drawing near.  You have invested so much in your wedding video; we want it to be perfect for you – after all, you will have it forever.  The following tips and suggestions are designed to help you maximize the benefits of your investment.  Ultimately, your cooperation will lend to the success of your wedding video.  We hope you find these suggestions helpful.

1.  Don’t chew gum. Chewing gum on camera, especially in slow motion looks very, very bad.

2.  Bride’s Prep: If you opt for coverage of bridal preparations, you may wish to ask your attendants to dress first so they are comfortable and look their best on camera and in photos while they help you, the bride and/or groom, prepare.  Prepare the environment by removing any clutter and turning down any noise, such as TV or radio – we want to capture all those oohs and ahhs!

3.  The Processional: Don’t rush.  Advise your attendants to walk slowly down the aisle.  Processions are one of the most difficult parts of the day to shoot, usually because this is the first time guests see the bride and in their enthusiasm for a snapshot, they block your professional photographers.

4.  Grooms lead your bride: The tendency is to allow ladies first, but grooms walk ahead of your bride so you do not step or trip on the train (don’t want any torn trains or veils!).  You may want to practice this at your rehearsal so it comes naturally the next day.

5.  Cameras during the ceremony: We strongly recommend making an announcement prior to the start of the ceremony, or printing a request in your program, for guests to stay seated during the ceremony and refrain from taking pictures.  (They will snap pictures, anyway, but it may discourage them from getting up and roaming around, creating obstacles for your paid professional services.)  Far too often we lose valuable moments that you paid us to capture due to an overeager guest with a camera.  They mean well, but chances are you will never see that photo or video so why risk compromising your paid services.  Some churches will make this announcement prior to the processional and often those are the best ceremonies we capture.  Again, this is completely up to you, but we strongly recommend that you protect your investment.

6.  Readings: Have all readings/speeches/performances delivered near a standing microphone, such as a podium or mic stand.  If not possibly, have the officiant step aside and have the reader stand in the same spot as the officiant, between the bride and groom, facing the guests, so their voices will pick up on the groom’s lapel mic.  Otherwise, the audio is compromised.  Remind readers to speak slowly and clearly.  TIP: Give them a copy of the reading beforehand so they can practice.  Too often the wedding day is the first time readers have an opportunity to look at the reading and if nervous, they end up stammering through it.

7.  Outdoor ceremonies: While they are often very beautiful settings, they can pose some of the biggest lighting challenges.  The most ideal situation for an outdoor ceremony is to have the officiant, bride and groom all in even lighting conditions – either everyone in the shade or everyone in the sun.  Mixed-lighting is our greatest challenge and will sacrifice the beauty of your video.  For more information on how to improve this situation, please contact us.

8.  Unity Candle: Whenever possible, face your guests, standing behind the unity candle, looking out at your guests.  TIP: You may wish to pre-light your unity candle prior to the ceremony so it lights easily on the day of the wedding.

9. Vows/Rings: The most important part of the ceremony!  Bride and groom face one another, standing toe to toe so everyone, including the camera, can see your faces! The most frequent obstacles for us during the vows & rings are bridal attendants, guests, and photographers.  Please inform us if you know of any possible obstacles so we may plan accordingly.  Also, if the video is important to you, please emphasize this to your photographer and ask them NOT to block the vows and rings.  You cannot hear the vows in a picture – typically, this is an important moment for your video.  We strive to work with your photographer and we ask only for the same consideration, for your benefit.  And the request always means more when it comes from you.

Ideally, guests should remain seated during the vows.  Some officiants ask guests to stand during the vows.  This greatly limits our ability to get decent coverage due to the added obstacles.  If you have the choice, please ask your officiant to keep guests seated during the vows and rings, if it is important to you.

10.  Receiving line: We suggest the bride and groom stand last on the end rather than parents or bridal party.  This helps the line move faster, as well as allowing for a clear shot of you interacting with your guests.

11.  Toasts: Advise your best man, maid of honor, parent, or anyone giving a toast or speech, TO STAND DIRECTLY BEHIND YOU, THE BRIDE AND GROOM, BETWEEN YOU, FACING THE GUESTS so we may capture them, as well as you and your reactions.  We will mic this area, as well as the DJ/band amps.  We will ask the DJ/band to NOT MOVE OR TURN THE AMP away from our mic during the toasts.  If seated at a round or family-style table (with bridal party on both sides), we will ask the bridal party to remain seated to avoid obstacles.  Please understand that we cannot control the environment or people’s actions; therefore, we may be limited in our ability to adequately capture every word if these conditions are not met.

12.  Visiting guest tables: During dinner is an ideal time to visit your guests so you are free to enjoy the celebration to follow!  You may wish to start with older guests, as they often have a tendency to leave earlier and are less likely to be on the dance floor later.  The bridal party usually eats first and is finished before the guests, so dinner is usually the least hectic opportunity to visit.  (We wish we had done this at our own wedding!)

11. Vendor meals: Ask your reception hall or caterer to feed your professionals at the same time as the head table so we are finished and ready to go when you are.  If possible, please have us seated in the room, so we can see if anything is happening that we need to get up and shoot at a moment’s notice, such as you visiting with your guests.  We don’t need anything fancy, just the basics.

12. Have fun! By taking care of the important details beforehand you will be able to relax and enjoy your fabulous wedding day!

SUGGESTED BRIDAL PREP SHOT LIST

You may wish to ask your attendants to dress first so they are comfortable and look their best on camera and in photos while they help you, the bride and/or groom, prepare.  Prepare the environment by removing any clutter and turning down noise, such as TV or radio – we want to capture all the oohs and ahhs!

1. Zipping up the bridal gown. Coverage depends mainly on your comfort level.  Stepping into the dress or pulling the dress down over your raised arms is always a great shot, just  let us know what you want to shoot. We are very discrete.

2. Putting on your jewelry. Especially if it is a special piece handed down, an heirloom or a gift from someone special.  Every detail counts!

3. Your veil. Sometimes this is done at the salon; however, we can film a parent or bridesmaid adjusting it for you.

4. Your garter. Have your maid or matron of honor or a bridesmaid put it on for you.

5. Pinning parents’ corsages & boutonnieres. The bride may want to pin her mother’s corsages and/or her father’s boutonniere.

6. Freshening up. Applying lipstick, powder, make-up, etc.

7. Slipping into your shoes.

Bride’s presentation to her family. The first time your friends and family see you all dressed and ready to walk down the aisle.

Formal poses with family, parents, bridesmaids, flowers girls, etc. This is where your photographer takes over.  We film as the photographer shoots  mainly to document the day.  Around this time is when we start getting ready to head to the ceremony location.

Questions?  Concerns?  Contact Ron at  (270) 312-9760

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Angela and Adam’s Wedding

Posted on February 15, 2010

 

 

See More Videos in our Video Gallery

To see more of Angela and Adam’s videos, go to their video gallery on our  website which also contains an enormous amount of our work presented in individual galleries designed specifically for our couples.

Viewing Videos on your computer, Android, iPhone, and iPad

If you’re viewing this blog on your computer, an Android, iPhone or other mobile device just click or tap on the video. If you’re viewing on an iPad you man need to click on the Vimeo text link below the image to view it on Vimeo.

 

Angela’s Salon Prep Video from Ron Priest on Vimeo.

Angela and Adam’s Wedding Day Highlight from Ron Priest on Vimeo.

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Cristina and Erik’s Wedding

Posted on February 15, 2010

Cristina’s Salon Prep from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

Erik and Cristina’s Pre-ceremony from Ron Priest on Vimeo.

Cristina’s Bridal Prep & Photo Shoot was at the Olmsted while the guys had their Photo Shoot at the Cathedral of the Assumption.  When the Bridal Prep is at a 3rd location other than the ceremony or reception venue, it is considered to be an add-on option. This add-on option is actually referred to as the Pre-Ceremony Multiple Locations option.

Erik and Cristina’s Highlight from Ron Priest on Vimeo.

Cristina & Erik’s highlight clip uses an editing style known as the “Time-Shift” edit. It tells the story from a brides perspective. Think about it, when she reminisces of her wedding day, it’s not natural for her to remember everything in chronological order.  Her mind is constantly racing back and forth recalling the most emotional parts of her day. When done right, the time-shift makes for an interesting video.

Erik and Cristina’s First Dance from Ron Priest on  Vimeo

Cristina and Erik’s First Dance Montage video includes some flashbacks of the cake cutting and garter & bouquet toss.The First Dance Montage is standard with all packages.

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