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Katie & Trevor at Arasapha Farms

August 11, 2009

This past weekend, Jimmy and I had the opportunity to film Katie and Trevor’s wedding at Arasapha Farms, home to the local favorite “Haunted Hayride” and “Bates Motel”. The weather held out for a beautiful summer day, complete with fireworks to end the day! Check out their recap!



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Carla and Craig at Cescaphe

June 16, 2009

I just wanted to let you know that your work and talent is only surpassed by your professionalism and overall positive and kind personality. We had a great time working with you and have told countless people about your company. If someone on your team ever takes a day off and you need an editor or post-production work, I hope that you will reach out to me. It’d be my absolute pleasure to be involved in any of your projects. Craig

Cinematography: CinemaCake, Philadelphia
Catering: Cescaphe Ballroom, Philadelphia
Photography: Alicia Cohen Photography, Wilmington



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Photo Video Fusion is Heating Up

March 21, 2009

In both the photo and video worlds right now, there is a buzz about “Fusion”, a term coined by the Bebbs at bebb studios.  A new development was just released late last year by Canon and Nikon; the ability to shoot HD video with a professional photography camera.

These cameras have large sensors, offering new low light capabilities and a professional look that videographers could not obtain without using large video cameras on their shoulders.  This also meant that two professional tools were now available in the same piece of gear.

Blending HD cinematography and digital still photography is nothing new.  But I have to tell you, after seeing what is available with these new cameras, I can’t see doing another one without them.

ChrishanukkahWe got our new Canon cameras in December and I played with one at home and then began shooting events with wonderful results.  Two benefits jumped out at me.  We can shoot in VERY low light - I’m talking candle light, people.  While we have always been unobtrusive, this makes us even more ‘fly on the wall’.  The second benefit is to have the look and feel in our films that professional photographers deliver in high-resolution images.  Imagine those great photographs coming to life.

I’ve connected with a bunch of photographers and videographers I know and respect, and one thing is clear, the wheels are spinning.

Some present Photo Video Fusion as an artistic way of blending high resolution digital photos and HD video.  Others see it as a way to sell both services under one roof with all of the advantages that offers.  There is so much interest in this idea, there are now workshops like the ones Curt Apanovich and Robert Evans of PhotoFusionTour are presenting.

Setting up a 5D Mark II on a Glidecam 4000HDWe were commissioned by LensRentals.com to create some webisodes on their site, teaching professional photographers and videographers what is now available and how to use it.  For those not willing to invest in new gear, they give the pros a chance to rent the latest and greatest gear on a per job basis before investing in new gear.

Our take on photo video fusion will begin to unfold as we present more of our finished projects here.  It has been an interesting few months as we’ve had the opportunity in Vegas to shoot a music video, a desert photo shoot, help WaxWorks Photo present at their booth, create a Same Day Edit for the Pay It Forward group, and even shoot Jackie Bayne’s wedding officiated by The King.

Over the next few weeks, I’ll also present real interviews with the talented photographers and cinematographers who have been involved with us locally here in Philadelphia.  You’ll watch discussions on what new technology can now deliver in the hands of talented artists.  You’ll be able to view HD examples of productions delivered to clients with commentary from each artist.

If you’d like to stay tuned,
PhotoVideoFusion.com



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Sarah and Tony’s Super8 Film Wedding Recap

December 18, 2008

Sarah and Tony’s Super8 Film Recap By Dave Williams



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Erin and Matthew’s Director’s View Movie at Congress Hall, Cape May NJ

September 18, 2008

HD Cinematography by CinemaCake
Catering by Congress Hall Hotel
Wedding planner,  Melissa Paul, Evantine Design
Event Design, Arlene Bluestein, Evantine Design
Photography by Images by Berit
View Erin and Matthew’s Brides.com Article
Entertainment by CTO Tribeca

Dear Dave,
My sincerest thanks to you and your fine team for such a beautiful production. It’s not just the memories that have been so magnificently captured, it’s our ability to share the day with loved ones who were too frail to make the trip that makes your outstanding effort so special to me. You folks have memorialized one of the best and most important days in our lives and for that we are forever grateful. The professionalism and artistry of CinemaCake has exceeded my most optimistic expectations. Anyone looking to get the job done right, then look no farther than CinemaCake!
Sincerely,
Kevin ‘Father of the Bride’ Kelly

Our Director’s View Theater is an optional production and allows our clients to view the wedding highlight reel online, days after the wedding.



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