This is probably the question that Carla and Colin are asked the most about their wedding. The common joke is that we would somehow do it ourselves. Which would be very impressive, but difficult to pull off. It’s true, we need to leave the quality of our wedding media to other people.
You have to realize how big of a deal this is. The people we chose to shoot our wedding are the most reliable, professional, personable and creative people we have met in the six years we have been in the wedding industry. Each one of these people constantly strives to better themselves – they invest crazy money into their gear simply because they love it. And that means a lot to us.
“Who is going to shoot our wedding?” Easy. The people who we have looked up to for our entire career. These are the people who took Colin under their wing and showed him the ropes of how to shoot incredible video and photo. They showed him how to run a successful business, how to never be satisfied with his current level of skill and how to have a fun time shooting for 14 hours in a day.
In no particular order, here is the Empty Cup Media dream team.
Jamieson Dean. SLR Videography.
www.jamiesondean.com
Jay and Colin go back to 2006 where they worked and shot with Xero Digital in Markham. Jay was the one who gave Colin the epiphany with video. It ‘clicked’ one day while the two of them were shooting together. Since then, Colin and Jay’s relationship has grown and they are now great business allies and friends.
Photography is Jay’s specialty. Jay was still an easy choice for video because he knows how to manipulate the Canon 1D Mark IV and a 5D Mark II like a true professional. His knowledge of high-art photography, extensive experience with the cameras and wisdom with SLR video tools made him an easy choice. He is on the cutting edge of image quality and we have 110% trust in Jay that he will use all of his knowledge while shooting, and to laugh our asses off while we’re shooting all day. We’re happy to have you Jay!
Ugo Iannuzzi. SLR Videography.
www.uproductions.ca
Ugo found Colin through a random Craigslist ad, and they’ve been shooting together ever since. Ugo was an obvious shooter for many reasons. He shot Colin’s brother Ryan’s wedding in 2008, he has a great vision for shooting with the new SLR camera system, and he is a great friend of Colin and Carla’s.
Ugo is never satisfied. He is always looking to make things better, or easier, or cooler looking. He is a trustworthy shooter with crazy amounts of experience shooting weddings. The man has seen everything. Thanks for shooting Ugo!
Alex Ordanis. SLR Steadicam Videography.
www.xerodigital.ca
Alex is a wicked guy. Every time Colin or Carla had a chance to shoot with him they’d be pumped. Alex is a brilliant tech wizard and an ambitious shooter willing to do whatever it takes to get the shot (Colin watched him rip his pants one shoot in an ally – he got them fixed though. He’s that smooth). To complete the whole SLR package, we need a dedicated steadicam operator. Alex was the man to do it. Colin watched Alex shoot steadicam on many weddings and he was always impressed. We can’t wait to see what you can get Alex!
Matt Boyce. Photography.
www.xerodigital.ca
Matt was Colin’s first real business contact in his career. At a random dance competition, Matt asked Colin if he could shoot a wedding. And the simple answer was ‘yes’. Since then, Colin has shot more than 100 weddings for Matt, and has had an amazing time every time. Matt and the guys at Xero Digital are some fine people. They made shooting fun every time.
Matt is an inspiring photographer. With a few awards under his belt, Matt rocks the off-cam lighting like a true professional, all while having a fun time doing it. The style of photos we are looking for is just what Matt delivers, so we’re pumped to work with him! Thanks Matt!
Mike Chajecki. Photography.
www.stillmoments.ca
Colin and Carla became friends with Mike in under five seconds. They all met at a wedding show a few years ago and have been in each others lives ever since. Mike’s photos spoke loudly to Colin and Carla with his gigantic canvas wraps. His personality is quick and funny, and he has a great ability to bring out the ‘natural’ in the world. Mike uses a photo system that is almost parallel with Matt’s, so together our photo team will be extra strong. Looking forward to working with you Mike!
