Janelle and Kenneth from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

Not all weddings we shoot have pretty fireworks, golden sunsets and insect releases.

But what is present in ALL weddings we shoot is the undeniable love and commitment exchanged.

Cheers!

Jacqueline and Benedict - Same Day Edit from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

The fun was just so infectious at this wedding.  From the moment we set foot in Jacq’s place in Serendra, the laughter and banter from the bride and the rest of her family permeated throughout.

They were adamant with this version of a jason Mraz favorite.  Definitely much better than the current mix in the new album.

Amen!

Nina and Ted - Same Day Edit from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

A couple of weeks ago, Ted and Nina dropped by our Makati office and discussed the music and treatment of the same day edit.

I was blown away when he let me hear an acoustic version of Bloc Party’s So Here We Are (I’m a long time fan).  Us three clicked right away with long conversations about movies (Wes Anderson) and 80s schtick (Electric Blue).

The wedding, despite the 500++ in attendance was really focused on their respective families.  I could see why the couple grew up to be such super nice persons.  Have a great life guys!

Yen and Mark - Same Day Edit from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

Mark and yen’s video is a study in pace and rhythm. She particularly liked Geraldine and Jean’s SDEs so I knew then and there of her tastes - cinematic, climactic and a hold-your-breath-edit.

The day before I was leaving for the US, I shot this intimate wedding in Tagaytay.  Now I know intimate is a word that gets thrown around recklessly these days but this was the real deal - a thirty person wedding.

I suppose it’s a Filipino thing.  200 persons in the guestlist is considered  “small and intimate”.  Last September 29th,  everybody could fit in a coaster (including the bride and groom and enough room for a videographer ;-)).

Here’s the same morning edit.

Pauline and Christopher from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

This wedding breaks convention on a lot of fronts.  Very early in the morning - 9am (not the norm),   Pauline actually helps Chris dress up(!) and a very laid back vibe during the preps.  It was a most welcome break from the usual.

Thanks for having us Pauline and Christopher.

Viva la Boda!

Cheska and Doug SDE from Jason Magbanua on Vimeo.

I’m sure it’s all over the blogosphere by now. - the wedding was utterly beautiful! All the elements were present, a fab gown, a stunning bride, a dashing groom, gorgeous guests, an emotion laden ceremony AND a kickass party!

And after 5 days and more than 7,000 views on Vimeo, I finally get the chance to thank everybody who watched the clip and posted comments.

Cheers!

Gown:  Puey Quinones
Makeup:  Juan Sarte
Wedding Planner: Chinkie Uy-Agregado
Photographer:  Chito Vecina
Music: Viva La Vida - Coldplay

What a wonderful wonderful time everybody is having here at the French Quarter for ReFrame 08.

Where else in the world are the clubs lined up playing jazz, blues. dance and rock and roll (let’s not forget the  strip clubs ;-)).  Shrimp Creole and Jambalaya never tasted so good.  Bourbon street is alive until 5 am and it isn’t even Mardi Gras yet.

But more than the nightlife, the learning experience is incredibly awesome. The presenters and attendees were all open and receptive.  Eager to share and learn.

I cannot wait for Austin.  In the meantime, I’ll have another Hurricane please.