Name: Bridget + James | Raleigh, NC
Uploaded: 2022-03-04T00:00:00.000Z
Duration: 7 min 11 s
Description: Bridget & James had a little rain on their wedding day at Merrimon-Wynne. But it quickly passed and they had a gorgeous ceremony! Everybody got out on the dance floor that night!

Merrimon-Wynne House

Zach Thomas Films

Bridget & James had a little rain on their wedding day at Merrimon-Wynne. But it quickly passed and they had a gorgeous ceremony! Everybody got out on the dance floor that night!

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Bridget + James | Raleigh, NC

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We believe in love; immovable, whole hearted, life changing love. The kind that can put a smile on your face or a lump in your throat. That will see you through the days, both good and bad. A love, just like yours. We're Heart Stone Films, we create moving imagery about people and the special times in their lives. Films that are as unique and fresh as those that they're about.

Heart Stone Films

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We're a husband and wife photo and video team serving Raleigh, Charlotte, North Carolina and beyond. We specialize in timeless, elegant, and romantic weddings while celebrating all couples in love. Adrian and I believe that photography and videography tells a story about who we are, and the art of that should capture the most raw and authentic seasons of your life. We love to work with brides and grooms that are passionate about their wedding photography and videography, helping them in any way we can to ensure they are going to throw an amazing party for their family and friends AND have the amazing photos and video to prove it.

AO&JO Photography & Videography

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We are joyful filmmakers and a team of best friends. For us, it is truly an honor to be let in behind the scenes on one of the biggest days of your life. Our vision is to create a remarkable experience through a heart of joyful service and professionalism while creating stories that are authentic and real. We are best known for making brides + grooms laugh and doing the wobble with Mom on the dance floor. It’s been our privilege to tell the stories of more than 175 couples across the South East. When we aren’t behind the camera you’ll find us frequenting local coffee shops, exploring new places + making memories with our loved ones. 

With servant-hearts, we strive to go above and beyond our clients’ expectations. We use authentic storytelling to portray human emotion and your zeal for life. It’s our vision that when you watch your wedding film in 50 years you will feel it again and your heart for your spouse will be stirred. We want your grandchildren to know what your young voices sounded like and your kids to giggle when they see Dad breaking it down on the dance floor. Above all, we want to come alongside you in this special season of your life. 

We are passionate about giving our couples a family heirloom that we believe can strengthen a marriage for a lifetime.

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🍸 Signature Details: How Ilana personalized her day with custom cocktail napkins, unique decor, and DIY touches.

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Videographer: Zach Thomas Films

Venue: Merrimon-Wynne House

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