Paul + Lauren are Engaged!
Tuesday, February 9, 2010 at 4:08PM Hi friends, Tom here!
I'm so happy I want to shout from the rooftops! In college I met Paul and Lauren and we became good friends. I used to test out all my new camera gear on them and make videos for fun, not knowing that someday I would have the privilege of documenting their engagement! Thanks for being my guinea pigs you guys! Now I hope I can give back something that you will treasure forever! Paul, good forward thinking - I wish more grooms-to-be would do this!
Paul and I got together a few weeks ago and were looking for a good spot for his proposal. After a few stops at various beaches, we came upon the perfect location at Wind and Sea Beach in La Jolla. There is a gigantic bush to hide in nearby and it offered the perfect cover, Lauren would never see me in there! Finally the big day came (which actually got rescheduled because of rain). Their old friend (and my new friend) Julie was taking pics and I took the video. We sat in the bush and talked for a while, waiting for Paul and Lauren to arrive. In mid-sentence Julie whispers to me, "here they come!" and we picked up our cameras. I didn't want to miss a moment, but it was very hard to get a good shot because it was so windy! Luckily I got it dialed in before the big moment came, and what a relief that was! It was very exciting to be part of this.
I love you guys, here's your engagement video!
Engagements
Reader Comments (9)
Tom- there are no words. You have an incredible gift. This video brought me to tears and touched my heart! I will cherish this piece of art for the rest of my life and I have you to thank. Thank you for using your talents to make others happy, thank you for being so generous with your time and resources, and thank you for being such a dear friend!
Tyrone- words can't describe how thankful I am that you documented our special day. My simple idea exploded into a timeless piece of art. You are a naturally gifted videographer, editor, and one heck of a friend. I love you and hope you enjoy your new baby (Mazda3) :)
Paul
Congrats Paul & Lauren. Tom, which camera + lens + settings did you use for this video? Thanks in advance for your reply.
Thanks guys! Paul I'm really enjoying the Mazda3, thanks so much!
Lauren, thanks for the awesome compliments!
Mai Tai - I used the Canon 7D with a 100-400 lens.
WoW TOM!!! This was absolutely the perfect gift!! You did a great job!! SOOO CUTE!!!!
Every time I watch the moments you captured so sweetly, it fills up my heart. Your artistry and editing style are very pleasing to the eye. Thank you for sharing your talent with us.
Awwww my mom!
Lauren's mom - Thanks, what a great compliment! Capturing their love was easy...i mean, look at how happy they are! Looking forward to more movie making with you guys in the future.
What a way to celebrate one year of being engaged - rewatching our engagement video for the one billionth time! :) Thank you again Tom!