The Wedding of Aaron and Cindy

The Wedding of Aaron and Cindy from Northernlight Filmworks on Vimeo.

We absolutely love when couples put a lot of thought into making their wedding unique. Cindy and Aaron's wedding is to date the most unique wedding we have ever captured. We found out while Cindy was at the salon that she and her mother made her wedding dress, and this was not your typical dress. She asked Aaron how he envisioned her walking down the isle and that is what created. Cindy loves butterflies and the entire wedding theme revolved around butterflies, from some of the fabric in her dress, to the flower girls, to Cindy's wedding band, to the cake, to the matron of honor's speech. Cindy and Aaron even wrote their own vows, which always makes me tear up. We had the pleasure to film in the beautiful Chapel of the Resurrection at Valparaiso University in Valparaiso, Indiana. the stained glass windows are breath taking. The reception was held at Sand Creek Country Club in Chesterton, Indiana. One of the highlights of the reception was the amazing band they selected, Crawpuppies. Thanks Cindy and Aaron for choosing us to document your day. We had a blast!

Romantic Super 8 Film

Alicia & Chad - In romantic Super 8 from Northernlight Filmworks on Vimeo.

This is a short film shot all in Super 8 film. Super 8 film was very popular back in the late 60's and early 70's. We shoot this on a vintage Canon Super 8 camera. The film is ordered on an as needed basis from California. We shoot the film and then have it processed at the same lab in California.

Super 8 does have a different feel to it. The texture is more organic than video and it enhances the romantic feeling of the day.

We also shoot 16mm film with another vintage 16mm Canon camera. 16mm is a very beautiful format.

This particular film of Alicia and Chad was shot at the historic Scottish Rite Cathedral in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana.

Haiti

Nehemiah Vision Ministries from Northernlight Filmworks on Vimeo.

This is a very short documentary of our trip into Haiti. This trip really opened my eyes to an incredible need and how even my worst day does not even compare. Simple things we take for granted are a luxury in Haiti. Haiti has been hit hard by natural disasters and it was quite evident as we flew along the coast.

We believe in paying it forward. Every year, we focus on a project that allows us to use our talents and resources to bring awareness or to further a cause we believe in.

A special thanks to Nehemiah Vision Ministries for flying us down to Haiti and a special thanks to Espérandieu Pierre for allowing us to stay at his home....the food was great!


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Emily & Clint - At the Columbia Club

Emily and Clint - Columbia Club from Northernlight Filmworks on Vimeo.

This was a beautiful wedding we filmed at The Columbia Club in Indianapolis, IN. We always enjoy filming there. The history of the facility alone radiates romance. We really enjoyed spending time with Emily and Clint. Emily's father gave such an eloquent speech and it adds great depth to the film. We spent just a brief moment with Emily right before she descended downstairs and we always love the authentic feelings we get at moments like that. We also spent a few moments with Clint right before he walked in for the ceremony.

We worked with Eventfull Planning, who did an amazing job. We heard both Emily and her Mother comment on how happy they were with the way things looked. The wedding day is full of unexpected things and Eventfull Planning kept the event moving along and on time. We also worked with Photographer Stuart Meyer of Stuart Meyer Photography for the first time. DJ Bryan Whitis, who we always enjoy working with, kept things alive and well and rocked the place. The yummy cake was from Classic Cakes and the floral arrangements were from Posh Petals (some beautiful flowers).