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The Unplugged Wedding

August 17

 

There is a new trend popping up in the wedding industry. More and more brides are asking guests to “unplug” and leave electronics, cameras and phones stowed and in the off position during their ceremony and reception. Articles on this subject are popping up on a variety of wedding planning forums, such as, The Off Beat Bride, Wedding Lovely and even The Huffington Post. Not only are cell phones ringing during ceremonies, guests are jumping in front of the professional cameras to get the same shots, holding ipads in front of their faces during dances and standing in the middle of the aisle to capture first kisses.

 

Personally, I see both sides to this and I’m not opposed to either. Ideally, the shots of the bride coming down the aisle with out an ipad in view would be wonderful. However, I understand brides and grooms who love family members sharing their wedding cell phone pictures instantly on social media. The look and feeling of your wedding is up to you. I’ll work around the guests as long as you want the “up in the air” cell phones in the picture.

 

Before you choose to have a plugged in or unplugged wedding, consider both sides. Would you rather see faces of your guests or electronics in your professional photos and video? Would you rather your guests feel the freedom of unplugging to enjoy your well planned ceremony? Do you want your guests to snap as many candids as possible?  How do I politely tell my guests my wedding is an electronic free zone?

Do you think weddings should be unplugged?

 

 

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How to Keep Makeup Lasting at Your Shoot – A Guest Blog from Lindsay Ann Makeup Artistry

August 15

 

Photo by Melissa McClure Photography

A few months ago, we showcased a guest blogger who discussed the importance of makeup for your shoot. It makes a big different in the lens and is a decision that you will not regret. This month, we asked Lindsay Ann Makeup Artistry to give some tips on how to keep your makeup long lasting on your shoot. Lindsay specializes in wedding and event makeup in San Diego, California and travels to other locations. She offer both airbrush and traditional makeup using MAC Cosmetics and other high-end high definition (HD) makeup. Read what she suggests to keep that face pretty all day.

 

 

 

 

So it’s the big day, you look amazing. You should look amazing; you calculated your every move to make you look like YOU- the amazing version. Whether you hired a professional or did your own fabulousness, here are a few tips to keep you looking awesome under the glare of cameras all day.

 

Primer- It all starts before you even lay the paint down on your face. Apply a face and separate eye primer to ensure your makeup stays put. You can skip the eye primer if you’re on a budget and use a concealer but make sure it’s set very well with translucent powder.

 

Face Setting Spray- After you’ve been dolled up, mist a bit of a makeup setting spray like Model In a Bottle, or if you’re oily, Urban Decay De-Slick. This will take away the powdery look and make sure your makeup stays in place all day.

 

Touch up kit- Pack a little bag to take with you just in case you encounter a makeup meltdown. In it, bring blotting papers with you to soak up any excess oil. Also, carry along the lip color used on your lips for ease of application. If you don’t own it, request a sample to be made or have your artist to use a longwear lipstick and gloss.

 

 

For more information about Lindsay Ann Makeup Artistry and the services available, visit www.lindsayannmakeup.com.

 

 

 

 

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What to Expect at a Wedding Consultation

June 2

Photo by Gabrielle Fox Photography

The initial consultation with our couples is similar to a first date. Our goal is to get to know you as a couple. We want to know what makes your relationship special and what makes your wedding unique. Sometimes we meet over coffee or even over a glass of wine. Sometimes, it makes sense to have a phone call or Skype instead. We want to make your consultation as easy as possible, so the choice is yours. Here is what you can expect at your wedding consultation.

 

All About You: First things first, we want to know all about you and your wedding. How did you meet? What do you do for a living? Describe your proposal. All of these things make up your story. Your story will shine on your wedding day throughout the event and in the event details. When we create your film, we want to tell your story and knowing about you as a couple will assist us in creating that connection. Often, the back story makes a great love story you can share at your reception. The more you tell us, the more we can incorporate in your video.

 

Your Video Expectations: What are your video needs and expectations? Our clients hire us to film their weddings because they admire our style and creativity. They appreciate our realistic approach in finding the personality of the day and weaving the days events into something beautiful. During this part of the consultation, we will learn what you like and do not like about wedding films and determine if we are your ideal filmmakers. We hope to be a match made in heaven.

 

Our Part: We will then explain how we can achieve your expectations of your wedding video using our menu of services. It is our goal to provide a service that exceeds your expectations and knocks your socks off. Our clients want the best of what we have to offer and love the variety we can offer. Have any questions? Ask us now and we will answer them all. Forgot to ask something? Just send us an email, we are always here to answer with a timely response.

 

Too set up your free wedding consultation, email us info@murasakimedia.com. We can not wait to meet you.

 

 

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Ask a Planner – Should we have a first look?

May 26

This past week we announced our panel of planners for our video blog series, “Ask a Planner”. Each series of three will consist of fabulous event planners answering your wedding related questions. Do you have a question for our planners? Ask below in the comments section and it might be featured in our next video blog post.

The question for today’s video post is, “should we have a first look, why or why not?” Watch the short clips below to hear a little about each planner and their answer to this popular question.

 

Amy Vargas – First Comes Love

 

Julie Scrivener - The Best Wedding for You

 

Melissa Barrad – I Do… Weddings! 

 

Do you agree with the opinion of our planners? Should brides and grooms have a first look?

 

 

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Ask a Planner – Meet the Panel

May 20

We are gearing up for a new feature on the Murasaki Media blog – Ask a Planner. Have a question that you would like a professional event and wedding planner to answer? Look no further! We are taking our cameras to three different planners to get their perspective and answers to your questions. But first, meet our current panelists below. They are an incredible set of talent.

 

Melissa Barrad – I Do… Weddings!

www.sdweddingplanner.com

I Do…Weddings! was founded in 2003. A San Diego native, with a degree in Advertising from San Diego State University, Melissa was recently featured on the Women’s Entertainment (WE) show, “The Wedding Planner.” She combines her design background with an attention to detail, which create timeless and unique celebrations. Melissa’s work has been featured in Modern Bride, Exquisite Weddings, Ceremony Magazine, San Diego Style Weddings, The Knot, Style Me Pretty, Bridal Insider and Green Wedding Shoes, and numerous other publications. Her portfolio boasts an impressive roster of events ranging from a ceremony in the heart of Africa, a vintage hotel in Palm Springs, overlooking La Jolla Shores at the Scripps Seaside Forum and a wedding complete with a petting zoo.

 

Amy Vargas – First Comes Love

www.firstcomeslovesd.com

Tiger Woods, Wolfgang Puck, Will Ferrell and Kim Cattrall have all trusted Amy with their events. As founder and lead event planner at First Comes Love, Amy is a sought-after wedding and event planner, having the pleasure of working at over 50 Southern California venues. She has been featured as a wedding expert nationally in 944 Magazine, NBC, FOX News and more. She also sits on the board for the San Diego chapter of Wish Upon a Wedding and the Association of Bridal Consultants. From cocktail receptions, charity galas, designer brunches, weddings and more, Amy has been planning events for over a decade. No matter how large or small the challenge, Amy specializes in creating flawless events with elegant and personal flair. When she’s not planning weddings Amy enjoys learning about new wines and traveling. One of her life goals is to visit every country in the world.

 

Julie Scrivener – The Best Wedding for You

www.thebestweddingforyou.com

Julie Scrivener, is the owner of The Best Wedding For You, providing wedding planning and coordination services to the San Diego area. After graduating from Fordham University in New York City with a Finance and Marketing degree, Julie decided that she wanted to combine her creativity and organizational skills with her love for special events. As a wedding and event coordinator, she is dedicated to exceeding her client’s expectations on a daily basis. Developing a personal relationship with each client is the key to making each event unique and an affair to remember. She personally assist couples with all their wedding plans down to the smallest, and often most important, details that create the day of your dreams.

 

 

 

Stay tuned for more Ask the Planner video posts. If you have a question that you would like our panel to answer, email your question to info@murasakimedia.com or comment below.

 

 

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