Angie & Joel Love Recap

One of my FAVORITE people that I met last year was Angie. She is a photojounalist and actually works for a sister paper of the News Journal where I used to work. It's hard for me to put into words to describe this couple and their wedding.... I have never in my life met a couple like Angie and Joel. Their wedding ceremony and reception were both full of such touching details...not to mention the family and guests who were so warm and interesting to be around. I put together a little one song recap so they can use it for their websites, ipod, whatever. This is a great addition to any wedding package, especially for couples who have family out of the country, or anyone who has a myspace, facebook, blog, etc...enjoy!



Angie & Joel Love Recap from Melissa Costantino on Vimeo.

2 Tickets to the Fun Show

January 18th is the WJBR Bridal Expo...all you newly engaged Brides and Grooms should come on out to see all of the vendors in person and gather all the information you can! There are soooo many decisions involved in your planning and it really helps to at least get out there and meet some of the vendors. My business thrives on personal relationships. I've spoken to a lot of wedding professionals that say "Thank God, I've never had to attend one of those bridal shows! I get my business from [referrals, online advertising, print ads, etc....]" But I LOVE seeing brides in person and talking with them. Even if I don't book with all of them, just getting to know them helps me understand the market and what brides are facing today....believe me, even though it's only been 2 years, the wedding industry has changed a lot since I walked down the aisle!

I invite you to stop on by...it's free to get in and is worth it if only to get free stuff and enter raffles to win cool things. I'll be in a booth with Litrato Photo...See you there!

In Light of the Upcoming Inauguration.....

Here is a video my husband and I absolutely love from the Muppet Show. It's from 1979 (the year we were born!) and features Harry Belafonte, a truly inspirational artist...I've already emailed Barack to ask him to PLEASE have Harry Belafonte as a guest at the inauguration to sing this beautiful song. The message is simple: We all live here on earth and thrive on the same elements of sun (fire), water and earth. Included in these elements of living is knowing who each other is to "turn the world around." It is such a simple, yet powerful message to us all...He also performed it at Jim Henson's funeral and apparently brought the house down:

My Little Model

My little darling, Anna, is featured on Laura Novak's blog today! Last March, Laura took some wonderful shots of Anna...this is one in her purple Uggs. I LOVE Laura's Blog. It's always full of beautiful pics and awesome tips. I look forward to her updates, which are usually 3 a week.

I highly recommend her studio for ANY of your life event photography whether it's a wedding, baby or senior portraits! Here is the link:

http://lauranovak.net/index.cfm?postID=224

Fun in NYC

While I was in New York visiting a few weeks ago, my awesome sister in law got tickets to a private concert with Secondhand Serenade. Now I know some of you may have to google or itunes that one, but trust me, you know his song! We actually got to go "upstairs" after the show and meet John, the lead singer and guitarist. I have to say, he was truly a nice guy and was so accommodating with pics and autographs. A big shout out to DR. APRIL who was gracious enough to get the tickets (and score and extra one for me since I was in from out of town!)

It was a fun night to get out with the girls and get in to the city!

Cool Songs for Your Wedding

Here are some suggestions for songs that are not normally heard at a wedding or even used in a wedding video but are beautiful, soulful and unique. I have come across some of them from the eclectic music tastes of some of my favorite clients (ah, who am I kidding, you're all my favorites in your own special way! LOL)

Fly, Sara Groves (thank you, Angie!)
All My Days, Alexi Murdoch (can't remember who told me this one but thank you!)
Make You Feel My Love, ADELE
Come By Me, Harry Connick, Jr (thanks Hannah and Oron)
Blue Skies, Ella Fitzgerald

And my recent favorites:

I'm Yours, Jason Mraz
Lucky, Jason Mraz and Colbie Caillat

The last two are a little more common since they are heard on the radio more...I've had fun incorporating all of these into videos. Let me know if you have any favorites too, I'd love to hear them :)

Angela's Bridal Preparations

I put together a little video of Angela getting ready at her house the day of her wedding. It was a beautiful fall day and this was only the beginning of a lot of fun....Enjoy!


Angela's Bridal Preparations from Melissa Costantino on Vimeo.