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Wedding Videographer Ian and Shy Cruz’s Breathtaking Batanes Wedding

May 30, 2016/in Blog, What's New /by W@W Editor

[cs_content][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]Ian Cruz, the videographer, has been with Shy Duran for 15 years now. They have 2 kids and the plan to marry has long been there but the date and details just didn’t fall into place. Last January, when Shy and friends were discussing their Christmas dinner, the discussion turned into jokes and banter for her wedding instead and before she knew it, that was the catalyst that started the wedding planning. The seed had been planted but no moves were made until 3 months before the planned wedding date when they started to seriously put plans into action. By March, Shy freaked out and started seriously working on the wedding. Though the wedding was going to be really intimate with less than 50 guests, there was still a lot to plan.

Once they started, things just fell into place. They got their wedding suppliers eagerly and happily saying “yes” to be part of their wedding. Their wedding date being the day after the election was probably why the suppliers were all available. The couple was also able to ask fellow videographer and mentors Jason Magbanua and Bob Nicolas, to be their ninongs. Sadly, lone ninang Benz Rana was going to be out of the country. The only supplier they were unable to book was Ian’s choice for the musician, Johnoy Danao, whose music was supposed to be perfect for their cozy, rustic wedding.

[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_block_grid type=”three-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 2″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 3″][/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]The wedding day finally arrived. Everyone was excited as prep started at 8:00 a.m. at Fundacion Pacita.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_block_grid type=”three-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 2″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 3″][/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_block_grid type=”four-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 2″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 3″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 4″][/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]Shy shared that she was relaxed during the prep but became sentimental, teary and tense when the ceremony started at 2:30 p.m. and she saw Ian crying his eyes out as the church door opened.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_block_grid type=”three-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 2″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 3″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 4″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 5″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 6″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 7″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 8″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 9″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 10″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 11″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 12″][/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]There were no dry eyes in the crowd as well. After the ceremony, cocktails were served at the Bunker’s Cafe, near Naidi Lighthouse where the reception was held. Shy said that “it was picture perfect for its exquisite view and thrilled vibe”.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_block_grid type=”three-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 2″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 3″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 4″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 5″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 6″][/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]What Ian and the guests didn’t know was that there was going to be a surprise waiting for them. As wedding coordinator, Ernest Pascual of Bespoke Manila gathered everyone to walk uphill to the reception, they suddenly heard Johnoy Danao’s gentle guitar stringing and singing. It turns out that Shy planned all this as a big surprise for the groom. She and Johnoy, together with Ernest, Madge Lejano (make-up artist) and Aze Ryan Ching (the host) kept the secret for a month![/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_block_grid type=”three-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 2″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 3″][/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]Ernest created a “dapper and chic” reception and table settings with garlands and florets from Vatel Manila. The guests enjoyed sumptuous food served by Cafe Tukon. The details and the program were nothing short of remarkable.
[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_block_grid type=”three-up”][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 1″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 2″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 3″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 4″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 5″][/cs_block_grid_item][cs_block_grid_item title=”Block Grid Item 6″][/cs_block_grid_item][/cs_block_grid][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]Overall, Ian and Shy thinks that Batanes outdid all their expectations. Everyone was happy and took home many wonderful memories. It was a wedding spent in a breathtaking paradise indeed![/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”http://weddingsatwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/IanShyCruzWedding4.jpg” alt=”” link=”false” href=”#” title=”” target=”” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]A fifteen-year love story between Philippine wedding videographer, Ian Cruz and his new wife, Shy Duran, finally culminated in an intimate and romantic wedding at scenic Basco, Batanes last May 10, 2016. Check out these photos from Dino Lara & Rex of We do it for Love.

Photos from Dino Lara
Photos from Rex Carrascoso of We Do it for Love

VENUES:

PREP – Fundacion Pacita
CEREMONY – Tukon Chapel (Our Lady of Mount Carmel Chapel)
COCKTAILs – Bunker’s Café
RECEPTION – Naidi LIGHTHOUSE

SUPPLIERS:

GOWN – Veluz
GROOM & KIDS SUIT, NECKTIES – Boy Kastner Santos
SECONDARY GOWN – Joe San Antonio
BRIDE’S MAKE-UP ARTIST – Make-Up Studio by Madge Lejano
ENTOURAGE HMUA – Aaron Lejarde
COORDINATION – Ernest Pascual of Bespoke Manila (Styling, Invite, Escort Card Etc.)
MUSIC – Johnoy Danao
FLOWERS – Vatel Manila
WEDDING BANDS – Imelda Jewelry
ARRHAE – Unity Coins
WINES – c/o Francis and Mayone Bakunawa Balbarin
RECEPTION FOOD – Café De Tukon
PHOTOGRAPHY – Dino Lara Photography & We Do It For Love
VIDEOGRAPHY – Ian Cruz Films
HOST – Aze Ryan Ching
BATANES COORDINATION & VANS – I.B.S Travel & Tour[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][/cs_content]

#JMagWillWorkforFree: Going Back to Basics

May 14, 2016/in Blog /by W@W Editor

[cs_content][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]Last January, Jason Magbanua, award-winning and sought-after videographer, came to WeddingsAtWork with an awesome idea he named Will Work for Free. He initially offered this service anonymously to the WaWies simply because the community was very close to his heart.

The premise was simple. Having acquired a new piece of equipment, he wanted to go back to his roots and shoot alone. Likewise, it was a creative exercise as well as a practical way for him to train for his upcoming shoots in Europe.

To enter, couples had to simply send him the details of their wedding, including the venue and list of suppliers, and take care of transportation costs, meals and music licensing. It was, therefore, not a surprise that 7000 entries were accumulated at the end of the promo after it was publicly posted and was picked up all over the social media.

Due to a strict schedule of availability though, Jason could only choose a handful of winners and the first lucky one was Stacy Munar, who was then set to marry Niel Riddle. Stacy’s email caught Jason’s attention and lucky for her, he was available on the date of the wedding.[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”http://weddingsatwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/JMagWillWorkforFree1-e1463202073647.jpg” alt=”” link=”false” href=”#” title=”” target=”” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]Last May 5, 2016, Stacy and Niel’s wedding finally took place at San Antonio de Padua with a reception at Summit Ridge Tagaytay. According to Jason, it was definitely a learning experience for him. Although his partner, Madge (Lejano), accompanied him, he learned it was tremendously hard to shoot alone now.

Jason said, “After years of having your crew around you. Driving you. Carrying stuff for you. Setting up everything for you. Getting water for you. Packing up for you. Then you’re by yourself. The physical strain was immense. Plus, the mental strain of coming up with something beautiful and meaningful.”[/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][x_image type=”none” src=”http://weddingsatwork.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/JMagWillWorkforFree2.jpg” alt=”” link=”false” href=”#” title=”” target=”” info=”none” info_place=”top” info_trigger=”hover” info_content=””][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][cs_section parallax=”false” style=”margin: 0px;padding: 45px 0px;”][cs_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” style=”margin: 0px auto;padding: 0px;”][cs_column fade=”false” fade_animation=”in” fade_animation_offset=”45px” fade_duration=”750″ type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px;”][cs_text]”I learned to bring only the essentials. To plan ahead. To pack light. In recent memory, I’m terribly isolated and misinterpreted as aloof on the wedding day. I’m totally gregarious on the meetings. I’m the best friend. But on a regular shoot, I’m super quiet and tucked in a corner. Listening. Thinking. Planning. Last Thursday, I was front and center. Talking to the bride, the entourage, making them feel comfortable. Totally out of my comfort zone.”

Now what everyone wants to know is, will there be any more winners and when will they be announced? After how tired Jason was at this wedding, we’re just going to have to wait and see if he’s going to pick another one. Haha![/cs_text][/cs_column][/cs_row][/cs_section][/cs_content]

Top Visual Storyteller Jason Magbanua will work for you for free

April 5, 2016/in What's New /by W@W Editor

[x_section style=”margin: 0px 0px 0px 0px; padding: 45px 0px 45px 0px; “][x_row inner_container=”true” marginless_columns=”false” bg_color=”” style=”margin: 0px auto 0px auto; padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; “][x_column bg_color=”” type=”1/1″ style=”padding: 0px 0px 0px 0px; “][x_text]When Jason Magbanua says he’s going to work for you for free and announces it on Facebook, what do you think will happen? Of course the internet will explode!

Even those who do not have any events lined up in the coming months are thinking of coming up with one, if only to book one of the country’s top, if not the top, videographers.

Jason Magbanua considers himself more of a visual storyteller and has set the tone for aspiring videographers of his generation. Many have embarked on their careers inspired by his work.

According to Jason, he wants to go back to his roots and shoot by himself. An exercise more familiar to visual artists like him. He promises something new and different for the output.

Jason is also quick to assure those who are thinking of pitching their ideas that it’s not a prank for April fool’s day; that this is the real deal. All you need to do is send in your ideas, details and logistics for your event and he will pick a couple of lucky ones.

And he says it can be anywhere in the world! The only thing that’s non-negotiable is good coffee.

So don’t let this once in a lifetime chance pass you by. Check out this link: Jason Magbanua will work for FREE and pitch your story!

Terms and Conditions are on the application form provided in Jason’s website. Deadline for submission will be on April 15, 2016.
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