cmphotovideo's posterous

http://www.cmphotovideo.com

1734 Sawtooth Lane
Madison, WI 53719

608.845.8529

OUR STUDIO
Our photography & videography team are accomplished professionals who are dedicated to our wedding couples. We are a family business that gives you the products and experience you'd expect from a larger company, but the personal attention and quality you can only find with a smaller one. Capturing the spirit of your day takes talent, vision and a passion for weddings. Our goal isn’t simply to book events, but to create classic memories of events by getting to know each couple’s personality and wedding style. Come visit our studio to see our incredible work and tell us about your wedding.

BIOS
Kate Chin, master photographer, photo editor and album designer
Kate is an alumni of the University of Wisconsin-Madison who studied under a remarkable photojournalist while working on special documentary projects. Kate founded Captured Moments in 2002, giving couples a company that combines classic and modern style, the latest albums and products, and the very best customer service.

What are some shots that you just have to take at every wedding?
Must haves would be stunning, modern bridal portraits as well as shots of the bride and groom that focus on natural interaction and show true emotion.

What are your favorite things to shoot at weddings?
I love to shoot “first” moments – when a groom or father sees the bride for the first time, when a couple walks out after the recessional and shares those first happy moments as husband and wife, when a bride and groom have their first dance – all of these moments create such beautiful emotion, and it’s just the best to have the chance to capture those moments forever.

What’s a good tip for couples on how to get the best photographs?
Relax and trust in the people around you – family, wedding party and wedding professionals - to make your day easy and comfortable. When you are relaxed, that joy and calmness comes through in your photographs. At the opposite end, if you are really stressed or worried about things going perfectly, not only will you look tense, but you can sometimes miss out on a lot of happy moments on a day that just flies by!

Gary Damaschke, master photographer
Gary is an alumni of the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater and the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, where he earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees. His years of experience in all fields of photography paired with his natural creativity allows him to effortlessly blend the special details of your day into each and every picture.

What are some shots that you just have to take at every wedding?
I really think that wedding pictures should reflect the personalities of each couple. I try to create images during the day that incorporate elements of both nature and architecture, while still honoring the style of the couple.

What are your favorite things to shoot at weddings?
I love to look for those tender, intimate moments between the bride and groom…moments that happen so quickly that a couple might not have even remembered them. Once those moments are captured on camera they simply become unforgettable.

What’s a good tip for couples on how to get the best photographs?
Spend time finding wedding professionals who fit your style and make you feel comfortable, as many of them will be sharing a good portion of your day with you. Once you have chosen your wedding team, communicate with them regularly to ensure a meaningful, personalized and carefree wedding day.

Dan Chin, master videographer & assistant photographer
Dan is an alumni of the University of Wisconsin-Madison where he studied journalism and had a strong interest in creating motion pictures. Dan’s intuitive eye for compelling imagery gives him the ability to shoot cinematic wedding films while also being able to create unique still shots.

How do you put your signature touch on each wedding film?
A true wedding film is a lot more than holding the camera and pressing record. Sure, you’d still be able to watch the event, but you wouldn’t see and feel the details. For example, instead of just shooting your first dance from the same angle the whole time, I shoot things that make you feel like you are actually there...the way the groom is holding the bride’s hand, or the way the bride’s dress sweeps across the floor. Emotion is captured in the details.

What are your favorite things to shoot at weddings?
I love capturing the father-daughter dance because there is just so much emotion and interaction. The father is filled with pride, joy and a touch of sadness in giving his daughter away and looking back on the years that have led up to this moment. There are just so many feelings that you can see in each of their eyes, and it’s incredible to capture them on film.

What’s a good tip for couples on how to get the best video?
Natural footage from your day will produce a video that truly reflects your wedding and who you are, so try to pretend the camera isn’t even there. Don’t let it influence what you say or how you act - just let the day unfold.

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What will you walk through?

We have seen some really great alternative ideas to the tradition of throwing rice at the wedding couple as they exit the ceremony, including bubbles, rose petals, dove releases…even paper airplanes and silly string! These unique exits are so much fun for guests and create really unforgettable pictures!

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May 15, 2010

CM couples featured in Brava Magazine

Here are a few of our couples featured in Brava Magazine.

Alicia & Todd
Brock & Krista
Shanna & Mike

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