Here’s the deal with Focus - $2000 - we get an album with 400 photos, one framed shot outside the album, and a 4-hour DVD (I asked how many DVDs come in a set, so I'm just waiting to hear back) featuring two short clips at the start, two at the end, and 200 thank-you notes.
I finally heard back from Zoom... they're offering 3 video highlights, a leather photo album, 400 prints (4x6), 15 large prints (8x12), 10 square prints (6x6), 10 small prints (5x7), 5 DVD sets (running about 4 hours), plus a DVD containing all 1,500 photos for $4,000 + thank-you cards ranging from $3 to $2.00!
Medo Photography got back to me too—their packages range from $167 to 15 $0.00... For the mid-range option, the standard package includes roughly 500 photos in an exclusive leather album (which Medo Photography throws in as a gift), a DVD with absolutely every single shot including the pre- or post-wedding shoot (around 2,000 fully edited photos total). It also covers Full HD video with 3 highlight clips and a standard edit of the ceremony lasting 3 to 4 hours max, 5 DVD sets, and a USB drive with everything. If you want all the raw footage transferred to a disc, that's an option too. Prices run from $6,000 up to maybe $7 $0.00 (depending on extra perks, which I can clarify if anyone's interested). They aren't asking for deposits yet, but you have to meet in person to lock in the date and hammer out the specific details and wishes to create a custom package just for you... Thank-you cards go from $4 to $4.00, depending on the size and whether you just want the photo or the actual mount. They also have a really great selection of invitations starting from $1.25 that are definitely worth checking out... Once I have more specifics, I could probably give a better estimate (maybe $7,500 for the whole thing, or less), but I really need more info on the wedding vibe and what we're looking for regarding photo and video..
That was fast! 🙂 So, here's the deal: Krizmanić's $5,500 package includes 3 DVDs, about 300 to 400 photos, an intro slideshow featuring childhood shots, a few larger prints, one extra-large print, and thank-you cards at $2.25 each (which feels like a bit much). I think the wedding book would be an additional $667. Meanwhile, the basic Focus package is also $5,500 and includes the thank-you cards (I sent them a message to confirm the exact details). I reached out to Zoom as well, so once they get back to me, I'll post their info here. That way, anyone else looking for video options will know who offers what!
It feels like it's been forever since we heard anything about the photo Zoom from Savannah, or the Focus from Little Rock... anyone have any updates? What about Smith from Indianapolis?
Andrew Hill4 said:Either one works!:-) Which one offers better quality, and which is cheaper? 😁 Thanks for the help!🙂
I don't have any direct contact with Jack, but from what I've heard, she might be a bit overwhelmed. There was some talk about how if you take on too many weddings at once, things get rushed—like neighbors stepping in to help finish up. I've also heard rumors that sometimes the venue setup doesn't quite match what was originally agreed upon, but honestly, I can't say for sure if those stories are actually about her!
As for Iris, she’s wonderful... check out her Facebook profile, there are tons of photos there. 🙂
If you ask me, it’s better to cut costs somewhere else rather than on the music... for example, instead of hosting a massive wedding party, just have the groom and the best man pick you up, and let the rest of the guests show up for the ceremony. It'd be hard to keep the energy up without a live band, though—they're really the ones who keep the whole crowd moving! :-/
Ethan Cox5 said:Does anyone have a good recommendation for a local print shop where I can get some bottle labels made?? I honestly don't even know where to start...😉
What kind of stickers are we talking about? Just standard adhesive paper with names and pictures? You should check out Pixar over by Union Station.
Honestly, you can't always trust an ultrasound to get the gender right. We joke about it all the time—like if they say it’s a girl, we immediately assume it’s a boy just because of how bad some diagnoses can be. I actually heard this crazy story once where a tech told a mother one of her twins had passed away, and the mom ended up going to a hospital in Chicago for a procedure, only to find out the baby was perfectly fine and alive... yeah, I've heard some pretty uncomfortable stories. Then there was my friend, who had a doctor yell at her just because she gained a few extra pounds during pregnancy. Her husband had to step in to calm the situation down, and then the doctor kept insisting she was having a girl, even though the ultrasound results clearly showed it was a boy. There were some weird things said regarding therapy too, but honestly, it was just a total nightmare.
And yes, I see Šota... she's truly lovely and helped me resolve all the issues I was dealing with. As for how things will go when I'm pregnant—well, that's a problem for future me! I'm not pregnant right now, but one of these days.🙂
Back when I was working as a wedding attendant, we were told to only put one on the car at first, and then maybe a second if there were any left! You really never know how many cars are going to show up. 🙂
My parents just got back from a wedding last night, and they are absolutely obsessed with the Viva Box! The singer hits every single note perfectly—it was such a blast! 🙂
George Bishop72 said:I feel the same way...😬 By the way, that salon I mentioned earlier is Studio Kodak... what are your thoughts on them? I sent them a request on Facebook, but they haven't accepted me yet, so I can't see any of their photos
Try looking up the owner, Anthony Cook, on Facebook. He has plenty of pictures posted there!
loneridge93 said:I was kind of thinking about it... I mostly just have silver anyway, so I don't know. I guess I'm just wondering how long a silver wedding band would actually last before it wears down, assuming I don't just lose it or something. 😁)
Truth be told, I've been wondering about that too. 🤣
There’s actually a thread on wedding rings where people explain things pretty well, but honestly, your best bet is to just head to a local jeweler and chat with them. Good luck! 🙂
Man, I can already see what kind of circus this is going to be 🙂 That much money, and I'm definitely one of those people who constantly loses jewelry 😂
I'll just grab some simple silver pieces and call it a day...
jadeotter10 said:Thanks for the input! I haven't heard much about them personally, mostly just people giving recommendations... but I checked out their Facebook page and watched their short clips, and man, I am LOVING everything I see! Do you happen to know what their pricing looks like?
It all looks great on paper, but if you don't see any photos for at least six months—and heaven forbid you actually have to ask for a video—it’s a total dealbreaker. Their prices start around $11 $0.00, if not higher.