Everyone kept saying what a beautiful day it was for Lindsey and Scott’s wedding, and they weren’t kidding.  The sun was out, the birds were singing, and everyone could feel the joy from this wonderful couple.  It was a fairy tale wedding at Greate Bay Country Club, to say the least.  Rev. Brian Jude Piatkowski presided over the couple.  There was a brilliant string duo, a releasing of butterflies, and of course a grand kiss.   During cocktail hour, the talented and well-established Jack Mazzeo took advantage of the beautiful scenery with his team of Jen and Kevin for bridal party photographs.  Once the portraits were taken, it was time to get the night started.  The party was led by the always upbeat DJ Bishop from DJ’s Available who brought in an equally upbeat bridal party.  Lindsey and Scott shared their first dance, were graced with two remarkable toasts, then shared the rest of the night with family and friends in joy, laughter, and happily ever after.  Lindsey and Scott, thank you so much for letting us capture your special day.  I had just as much fun as the rest of your guests, and I wish you a lifetime of happiness together!  Sincerely,  Jay Garrison

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Jaime & John were one of the most down-to-earth, happiest couples we have ever had the privilege of capturing.  Their day was held at the beautiful Stockton Seaview resort in Galloway, New Jersey.  There was a threat of rain, but mother nature knew better than to impose on this outside ceremony.  Although the aisle may have stayed dry for Jaime to walk down, not every eye in attendance could remain the same.  The vows were spoken, the rings exchanged, and the kiss made its mark.  From there, the guests were invited indoors for an impeccable cocktail hour while the bridal party stayed outside with the talented Mary Veterano from Mary Meghan Photography.  Once the portraits were taken, it was time for the party to start with DJ Paul Cole from DJ’s Available in control of the reins.  He catered to every member of the party without slowing down the flow of the night.  Once the night did come to an end Jaime thanked me for making things so easy for her.  Honestly though, Jaime, it was you, John, and all of your guests who made things easy for me.  Check out the video, and you’ll see what I mean  Sincerely,  Jay Garrison

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Probably one of the most creative couple we have ever had the pleasure of capturing, Courtney & Tim celebrated their wedding day in unique fashion.  The ceremony at St. Vincent Palloti Church was a most elegant occasion supported by a string quartet and numerous singers of exceptional talent.  It was the reception at Brigalia’s, though, where the creativity took a more prominent role.   Two days preceding Halloween, it was more than fitting to have the wedding party and guests fashion themselves to fit the theme of the Roaring 20′s.  From flappers to bootleggers, there was certainly a cast of characters in the crowd  that night.  The festivities therein were also beyond expectations.  There was a flash dance, ballroom dancers, and a first dance song specially sung by the siblings of Courtney & Tim.   Watch their Highlight now, and see for yourself!

The wedding of Toniann and Vince was a magical day filled with fun, laughter, and familiar faces.  It was almost one year ago when we had the honor of capturing Toniann’s sister Tiffany’s wedding.  Everyone was just as happy as last year, only now Toniann was the beautiful bride we had the honor of capturing. A fairy tale love story, Toniann and Vince first met when they were only kids.  They were each other’s first kiss back then, and now they kissed once again to sign their vows of love to one another.  Their ceremony was held at St. Joseph’s Church in Hammonton where many family and friends gathered to witness their nuptials.

Proceeding the ceremony, the wedding party hopped on The Great American Trolley to ride into Philadelphia.  I have to thank the photographer, Gerry Tomko, for taking them to such a quiet, yet beautiful location at The Rodin Museum.  The scenery was unique and very picturesque.  Once the formals were finished, we headed to Fishtown for the reception at Tendenza. My first time at this modern masterpiece, and I was very impressed.  The cocktail hour was one of the finest I have ever seen, with three levels for the guests to enjoy themselves.  Everyone may have gotten their fill on food and drink, but I’m not so sure about their senses because the party was a mind blowing experience which stimulated the eyes, ears, and soul.  Bob and Seth from Bob Morgan Entertainment kept the bass blasting and bodies moving throughout the course of the night.  Even when it was time to say goodbye, Toniann and Vince were surrounded by a crowd full of loved ones.  I must say, I felt like part of the crowd and was very grateful to share in the love of the day.  Toniann and Vince, thank you for having us capture such a fun-filled wedding for two wonderful people.  I wish you all the best!  Sincerely,  Jay Garrison

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 At this point it pretty obvious that this weeks theme is music. What can you, or can’t you say, about music that hasn’t already been said? We weren’t sure where we were going to go with today’s blog until all of a sudden it hit us. Sure music can reach the masses like almost nothing else in the world, but it also touches the individuals soul like nothing else in the world. While editing a Honeymoon Highlight today for a couple who requested eighties music we started to think back to those days. Big hair, big sound, in the eighties everything was BIG! Pictures and videos are great for strolls down memory lane, but nothing, absolutely nothing can stir emotions like a song attached to a memory. It can be so easy to get lost reminiscing while listening to even just blurbs of songs we remember from growing up, special times, your wedding! We’re not discounting the power of video, after all that’s what we do. But, music, music can give video a life it could have never had otherwise. So once again, when you choose the music you would like us to make as a part of your video, choose wisely! And while your thinking about a song to build a memory on, take a look at some of these 80′s bands when hair was king!

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 In the eighties it didn’t really matter, male, female as long as you had hair. And lots of it

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 “If I were not a physicist, I would probably be a musician. I often think in music. I live my daydreams in music. I see my life in terms of music.”

― Albert Einstein

Not that any of us at AVP are even remotely physicits, but we could not ask for a better quote to describe the relationship between music and your special day.

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Here’s the answer to yesterday’s trivia.

Today we wanted to pause and thank the 5 couples who have entrusted Alliance Video to capture the memories of their special day this weekend.  We consider it an absolute honor and privilege.  It is our hope that your day is everything you dream it will be or has been.  Yesterday, our company and I had the pleasure of working with a great couple, Kathleen & Charlie at Lucien’s Manor in Berlin.  Our Pinterest of the Day is a photo that our friend and DJ, Harold Peacock, (aka, DJ Bishop) took of Tom with Kathleen & Charlie at the end of the evening.  Such a fun couple!

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Tom Johnson with Kathleen & Charlie

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We thought Kathleen & Charlie would like to see a quick snippet of 3 of the many great moments that happened at their party last night.  Keep an eye out for their full Honeymoon Highlight production by the end of the week.  Thanks again guys, it was an absolute pleasure being with you!

As we progress with our theme of progress, we should take a look at when progress needs a nudge, some human intervention to keep the ball rolling. What better way to look at how we can keep moving forward, raising the bar than with world records. We think you’ll enjoy these records, and the dress was just a couple days ago.

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How bridesmaids will it take to carry this train?

Today we’re going real easy on you for the thought of the day, in fact you won’t need to think at all. Because, well quite honestly, we know how a lot of you celebrate Saint Patrick’s Day. So relax, have some coffee and take a look at our picks for the day.

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 It takes a little while to get to the Irish dance here but honestly we picked the video because we thought the smoke was cool!