Stella + Peter’s Wedding at Haiku Mill, Maui, shot in Super 8
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Beautiful wedding film shot in Super 8 at Haiku Mill, Maui.
Planner: Beth Helmstetter Events
Photographer: Jose Villa
Cinematographer: Russell Fowler
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Jon & Ashley’s Wedding at Gainey Vineyards
Photography by: April Rocha. See her full blog post here. Enjoy!
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This wedding is so amazing there are going to be several blog entries about it. You’ve been properly warned. Bride Ashley had so many lovely details at her wedding from incorporating heirlooms from her grandmother and great grandmother (her buttons and her wedding ring on her bridal bouquet) to her love of paper (including using vintage stamps), to the amazing food from her employer, Wolfgang Puck Catering, to the wooden dessert stands being from trees in the backyard of Ashley’s childhood home.
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I especially loved that Ashley used 14 Etsy artists to make her wedding day especially unique.
Event Coordinator – Robin Baab at Gather Events
Ceremony Site - Bethania Lutheran Church
Reception Site - Gainey Vineyard
Rentals - Classic Party Rentals
Lighting - Bella Vista Designs
Florist - Belle of the Ball Designs
Makeup - Kiss the Bride Makeup
Hair - Jessica Liparoto
Cinematographer - Russell Fowler Studios
Transportation - Student Transportation of America
Vintage Car - Classic Motoring Car Rentals
Catering and Dessert Bar - Wolfgang Puck Catering
Cupcakes - Enjoy Cupcakes
Acoustic Guitar – Ray Fortune
Band - LA Hootenanny
Wedding Cinematography in Super 8mm Film at Beverly Hills Hotel, ‘that’s where I wanna be’ ;)
Downtown Flowers, San Clemente Florist Video.
I had so much fun tagging along with Krista Jon and her flower girls for a couple of her weddings. Krista Jon is one of the most sought after wedding flower designers in Southern California. Her flower shop, Downtown Flowers, caters to brides with modest budgets while the sky’s the limit for brides choosing her signature line, Krista Jon Couture Designs. Not only is Krista Jon an amazing floral design artist, but her passion for beautiful flowers and her emotional connection with her brides make her stand in a class all her own. Locally she has won peoples choice awards for Best Flower Shop the last 4 years in a row. I’m proud to showcase this video showcasing the gracious and talented Krista Jon of Downtown Flowers. Enjoy!!!
Melony & Brett’s wedding at Hotel Laguna, Flowers by Krista Jon. Super 8 & Wedding Videography by Russell Fowler Studios.
Big Island Hawaii Wedding, Tara + Kurt at Four Seasons Hualalai
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Tara & Kurts wedding on Big Island Hawaii, at Four Seasons Hualalai was absolutely gorgeous! Planner Beth Helmstetter Events is amazing and so great to work with. Photographer Toby Hoogs is great and lives there on Big Island, so he gave me all the local tips that made my week long stay the best. Last year I was so fortunate to get to shoot two weddings in Hawaii, and I’m ready to go back. This is a little “prelude” slideshow that Tara & Kurt asked for, using only their favorite photos from their three day celebration. So enjoy beauty of Hawaii through Toby’s eyes. I’ll put up more clips asap!
Charlotte & Mike’s wedding video. Shot in Super 8mm Film, Super 8. Short 2 min introduction clip showcasing the beautiful bride Charlotte during her bridal prep photos of hair & makeup, while Krista Jon her Floral Designer Stylist, adorns her private backyard wedding with beautiful flowers. Reception to follow at The Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel.
Planner: Lisa Simpson. Photographer: Matthew Morgan. Floral Designer: Krista Jon. Custom Letterpress: Paper Melange. Ceremony Location: Private Residence. Reception Venue: The Ritz Carlton. Cinematography: Russell Fowler Studios
Bumped into the Firestones at a wedding
Farmer John Hotdog Heiress
16mm Motion Picture Wedding Cinematography
Love this song, Jose Gonzales – Heartbeats
Jose Gonzales – Heartbeats
Brooke & Christopher’s Wedding at Shady Canyon Country Club, Orange County Wedding
Brooke & Christopher were referred to me by Andrew Firestone and his wife Ivana, whose wedding I also shot in Super 8mm Film. Brooke and Christopher’s wedding was beautiful and filled with love. Their photographers Michael and Anna Costa, long time friends of mine were so much fun to work with again, as usual. Micheal even shot the pic of me with Andrew and Ivana Firestone, below.
Photo by: Michael + Anna Costa Photography

Tiffanie & Greg’s wedding “Same Day Edit” at Casa Del Mar Santa Monica, CA
Teri & Danny’s Wedding at Rancho Santa Fe
Teri & Danny’s Wedding at Rancho Santa Fe
Amy & Austin’s Montage Laguna Beach Wedding
TV producer Austin Winsberg marries Amy Nathanson at the beautiful Montage Resort in South Laguna Beach. Photography by: Joe Buissink, Florals by: R.Jack Balthazar Cinematography by: Russell Fowler Studios Planner: Lisa Gorgestani
Cabo San Lucas Wedding at Cabo Azul
http://www.caboazulresort.com/
shooter: Russell Fowler editor: Joey Sinko & Russell Fowler
Jordyn & Kyle hired me to shoot their wedding exclusively in Super 8mm Film. Cabo Azul is an amazing resort on the waters edge. Three pools leading right to the ocean, very posh, very touching experience meaning while shooting the ceremony, it was sooooooo emotional, everyone was tearing including me which made it very hard to focus….can you imagine. Well it happens, but Jordyn and Kyle got me real good. Their best man wrote a special song which he played on keyboard and sung to them which was so beautiful and moving. I included it on their dvd menu to surprise them, and they loved it! If you ever go to Cabo San Lucas, stop by and have dinner at Javiers of Newport Coast at Cabo Azul. You’ll have a great time. Be sure to bring your camera, “sunscreen” and a beach towel too.
Jordyn’s Testimonial
“Russell!!
Words cannot describe how incredible our Super 8mm wedding film turned out! You are truly amazing at what you do, and we are so glad that you were able to shoot our wedding. We are so grateful that you not only captured beautiful details of our day, but also that you fit in perfectly with our family and friends for the whole weekend event! We truly felt so comfortable with you, and you definitely added to our day! We could not have asked for any better of an experience. Thank you for giving us memories of our day and details for years to come, that could have been forgotten. You are awesome!!!”
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I really had a blast, got totally sunburnt, ouch!!!, enjoyed some great margaritas, felt totally like a guest with the bride Jordyn and her new hub, Kyle, and all their family and close friends. Their photographer Lauren is also very cool from Florida same as Jordyn and Kyle, had so much fun working with her. Take a look at some of her awesome photos here below … Enjoy!
I can’t help it… I love this car.
1957 Porsche Speedster 356
We Party’d Like A ROCKSTAR at Club Ebell Los Angeles, Your Wedding Day Magazine Spring Launch Party!
Your Wedding Day Magazine Spring Launch Party
Did I say “PARTY”??? YES, YWD put on a fun fest party for everyone involved with their magazine. Thea Lignos, Cathryn VanBreene, John Hargrove, Kate Bolson, and the core planning committee, Melissa Allen of The Ebell of Los Angeles, Nikki Khan of Exquisite Events, Jeannie Ward of Wedding Jeannie, Michael Willms of Entertainment Design Events, Brad Davies of Rrivre Works ….thank you for treating us 820 plus in attendance including 401 plus wedding industry vendors to such a fantastic evening of “well needed” Good Times!
Shot by: Russell Fowler and Ian McHenry Edited by: Joey Sinko and Russell Fowler
Cheers!…….R.
First Annual Wedding Expo held at the Historic Casa Romantica in San Clemente, “The Spanish Village By The Sea” It was a beautiful event with perfect weather and tons of engaged couples. The give-a-ways were plentiful, the food and champagne flowed to our hearts content, and we all enjoyed getting to know each other better and meet new friends and clients. Regina and Kim of Casa Romantica http://www.casaromanticaevents.com did a fantastic job and Carrie Goff ( www.carriegoff.com ) of Exquisite Events brought her charm and talent to polish off a top shelf event.
Event Photographer: http://www.tarasieling.com
Event Videographer: RussellFowler
Editor: Paul Coyote
List of Casa Romantica’s Premium Wedding Vendors: http://www.casaromanticaevents.com/PreferredVendors.html
Krista Jon, Couture Floral Designs, Video Clip.
…the s o o l i p fix…
Flower Tape Gift Wrapping
Shot by: Russell Fowler, Edited by: Brenda Mendez
…the s o o l i p fix…
watermelon mint feta cheese salad, delicious!
Shot by: Russell Fowler, Edited by: Brenda Mendez
…the s o o l i p fix…
Succulent Garden
Shot by: Russell Fowler, Edited by: Brenda Mendez

Just perfect! What can I say. Helen and Mike’s wedding was just perfect! What more can you ask for, perfect weather on the bluffs of Salt Creek Beach at the Ritz Carlton on the 4th of July. Helen was a doll, such a cutie pie, and Mike tall and handsome and funny as heck. Their parents were so very hospitable too. Their planner, Beth Helmstetter Events knows how to put on fantasic events, both elegant and beautiful, mixed with fun and fun and more fun. Cheesy Photo booths caught the above pics of Janey & Mark of Maryjane Photography and me. Love working with these guys. We know how to work around eachother seemlessly. The Ritz is unbelievable, besides having terrific views and banquet rooms and top notch service, staff and cuisine, the know how to treat their vendors, well Beth Helmstetter no doubt had some major pull because we got to eat like kings there. They served us vendors Lobster, scallops, sushi, mini burgers, lamb chops, man we got spoiled!!! Therefore, I’m available to shoot at the Ritz Carlton anytime, haha. Also worked with DJ Dash from Dash Entertainment for the first time, and the guy knows how to bring the dance floor to life…Big Time!
Such a fun wedding, can’t wait to show you the Film I shot in Super 8mm. Meanwhile, Janey said she’d send me the link to her slideshow so I can share that with you while you’re waiting. Hurry up Janey. We all want to see your pics!
About my favorite quartet, Supernova. Pure awesome classic quality perfectly mixed with thumping to tapping performance. Hands down My favorites!!! They rocked Helen and Mike’s wedding ceremony, cocktail hour and a special performance made custom for the bride and groom during reception. These guys ROCK!!!!! I mean it.
Little extra tidbit about me?…… Owe,kaye, well, besides a very posh dinner meeting with the Junebug Girls about 6 months ago, and now last night-Helen and Mike’s 4th of July wedding here at the Ritz Carlton Laguna Niguel, it’s been about 15 years since…yep, I used to work there as a banquet server. It was my night job, paid good too. It was so nostalgic being there again in the same ballrooms where I used to serve fancy dinners to celebrities and executives in white gloves and a tuxedo. In fact one banquet manager Linda and bartender Byron still work there and we had a brief old times style reunion and they still look exactly the same. Amazing!
To view their pictures, click here to link to Janey’s blog. Enjoy!
35mm Photography by Russell

Introducing our newest associate photographer to join Russell Fowler Studios, Kellianne Jordan. Watch her trailer.
Shooter: Russell Fowler, Editor: Brenda Mendez
Joy Marie Rocks!
So often, I show up to shoot a wedding film and this is what I see. Joy Marie. She also got me hooked on drinking RockStar’s during a shoot which I must say, Rocks! Thus the blog title, ” Joy Marie, “Rocks”….get it? (Ha-ha) Gotcha! R.
Russell Fowler’s Malibu Colony Wedding “Photography”
Last weekend I got to second shoot for Arley right on the waters edge in the Malibu Colony. The Groom is the nephew of the producer of “Lost in Space” TV Show, many major motion picture films such as “The Poseidon Adventure” and “Towering Inferno”. It was a lovely wedding with many celebrities in attendance. Later during the Golden Hour private sunset photo shoot with the bride and groom on the waters edge, Al Pacino comes strolling along with his family. He graciously was careful to not get in the way of our bridal shots like a true gentleman. Personally it would have been just fine with me…….
hooooaaaaaah!
CherieFoto’s Glam Photoshoot
Cherie was the event photographer and I was the event cinematographer, and we had a blast working together. This is a little present for Cherie, she’s an amazing photographer and her works speaks for itself. Here is a link to her site so you can take a look. CherieFoto.com
Shooters: Russell Fowler & Ian McHenry Editor: Joey Sinko & Brenda Mendez
Wedding Planner: Tonya Szele of Soigne Productions
Photographer: Jose Villa
Super 8mm Film: Russell Fowler Studios
Firestone Onsight Planner: Rachel Korrey
Wedding Planner: Mint Weddings, Kelly Aull
Venue: The Grand Del Mar, San Diego
Videography: Russell Fowler Studios
Edited by: Brenda Andrade
Alana & Joel’s California Club Wedding Super 8mm Film
Alana & Joel’s wedding was shot in Super 8mm Film at the California Club in Downtown Los Angeles. Absolutely beautiful wedding with celebrity model Kathy Ireland as guest.
Photographer: Joe Buissink
Cinematographer: Russell Fowler
Krystal & Travis, Testimonial, Paradise Point, San Diego Wedding
Super 8mm Film Short
Mint Weddings
Vita Bella Photography Wedding
Emily & Nick, Four Seasons Biltmore
Nicole & Jamie’s Bernardus Lodge Wedding in Carmel Valley
Venue: Bernardus Lodge | Winery
Super 8 shooter: Russell Fowler
Editor: Ian McHenry
Photo’s from the wedding are here: Allyson Magda Photography
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Ok, we got there a little early like hours early, so Lee decided to to some timelapses and try some crane shots, oh and it’s HD, it’s a shorty but beautiful.
Celena & Ryan Surf & Sand Laguna Beach Wedding Aug. 30, 2008
Celena & Ryan Surf & Sand Laguna Beach Wedding Videography
Videography: Russell Fowler Studios
Entertainment: Peter Merry
















































