Sep 5, 2009: Ashley & Patrick

Ashley and Patrick officially "sealed their contract" in St Peter's Catholic Church in uptown Charlotte. A "contract" that originated in high school when they first started dating. Their emotions were very visible as Ashley, escorted by her father, walked the long aisle - my wife had tears in her eyes watching it! (If they let me, I'll post it here.)
There were so many highlights for me in this wedding movie: the exploding golf ball and the exploding champagne bottle to name a few!
I enjoyed working alongside photographer Kate Ashbrook. They planned it well, allowing themselves 90 mins of partying in the limo with their bridal party before the reception!
No rushing here!
Congrats Ashley and Patrick :)

Wohoo!

Wohoo!! We are proud to announce that Crown Alley Films has been rated by local brides and voted The Knot Best of Weddings 2010 Pick.
Thank you! :)

Aug 29, 2009: Sarah & Joe

“We really loved it and it was great to relive it all and to be reminded of some of the things we had missed or forgotten.”
- Darlene (mother-of-bride)

Sarah Brown and Joe Garner were married at Weddington United Methodist Church and then celebrated in style at Providence Country Club.
A completely stress-free day: Joe and the guys started the day with a round of golf while the girls sipped mimosas at the salon. They are such an easy-going couple and are very well suited. I had a great time working with photographer Critsey Rowe and her hubby Thomas.
Congratulations Sarah and Joe! :)

Aug 22, 2009: Amy & Brian

“We loved it! You truly helped us catch and preserve our day! We'd recommend you to anyone getting married!”
- Amy

Amy and Brian have tied the knot!
They had a beautiful reception at Graylyn Manor - one of my favorite venues. It's got a Harry Potter/Hogwarts character to it which means TONNES of gorgeous video and photo opportunities! Amy put together some great photo slideshows which were played on a large screen during the mother/son and father/daughter dances. That was a really nice touch; their parents definitely loved it!

I had a great time working with wedding planner Faye from Coordinating Dreams. She's got an English accent, I've got an Irish accent and I think by the end of the wedding, Brian and Amy might have picked up a couple of new phrases!
Congratulations Amy and Brian! I loved making your movie!
Cheers! Alan :)

Photographer: Elizabeth Lawson, Maximum Photography
Wedding Planner: Faye, Coordinating Dreams
Venue: Graylyn Manor

Winner: 2010 Bride's Choice Award

I am thrilled to announce that we just got awarded the 2010 Bride's Choice Award from Wedding Wire. This is our second award from Wedding Wire.
Cheers! :)

Aug 15, 2009: Greg & Caren

Caren and Greg tied the knot in St Mary's Chapel in uptown Charlotte. After they exchanged vows Greg had written another vow for Caren's daughter Skylar; he called her forward and presented her with a necklace as he said his vow to her. It was a lovely intimate ceremony.

And let me tell ya; they celebrated! Every laugh and smile was genuine and candid! Some of the fly-on-the-wall scenes when Caren was getting ready with her girls were hilarious!!
Trust me; this couple would make a GREAT reality show!!!
Caren and Greg, you guys are brilliant! Congratulations!

“We absolutely love our movie! We laughed and cried the entire way through. Skylar has watched it at least ten times this week and I must admit that I find myself neglecting my chores to sit and watch it with her. We just can't get enough of it.
Words can't express how grateful we are.”
- Greg and Caren

Photographer: Jeremy Igo

Come See us at the Bridal Showcase

The best bridal showcase of the year is Sunday January 24, 2010 at the Charlotte Convention Center. Stop by our booth, look at our work and let's chat about your wedding! We'll be in the corner by the limos. See you there!

Aug 8, 2009: Joy & Bryan

Joy and Bryan were married at East Taylorsville Baptist Church. I had a blast working alongside photographers Tara Mauldin and Tiffany (as usual!). Joy looked absolutely stunning and it was very easy to shoot amazing footage of her from the makeup sequence to the dress sequence to their romantic shots!!
Congratulations Bryan and Joy!!

“The video was phenominal! We love it! You are so talented!”
- Joy & Bryan White

July 26, 2009: Rachel & Steve

Rachel and Steve tied the knot at the quaint little chapel in uptown that looks like it should be made of gingerbread! - St Mary's Chapel!
Rachel was pampered at the Ballantyne Hotel in the salon which overlooks the pool...and Kid Rock in the pool!! Rachel was quite happy to let him crash her wedding but we think he had other plans for the evening with Lynrd Skynrd - oh well, his loss!
The reception was a blast! Steve's brother (and best man) had put together a slide show as part of his speech. Such a great idea. If my wife and I could do our wedding again, there would definitely be a slideshow!
Congratulations Rachel and Steve!

Ceremony: St Mary's Chapel
Reception: The Marriott Executive Park
Photographer: Glenn Roberson Photography

July 25, 2009: Daniel & Courtney

“The whole family has watched the movie, and LOVES it!!
Thank you again!”
- Courtney

Wow! What a personality! Courtney is one of the nicest, most down-to-earth people you could ever meet! Hilarious and energetic too. She and Daniel are so well matched!
They got married at the beautiful Saratoga Springs in Mount Pleasant. Later that night, I was talking with Tammy and Larry from Saratoga (who are ALSO some of the nicest people you could ever meet!) and we were chatting about Courtney and Daniel, and what an inspiring couple they are.
Congratulations to the new Mr and Mrs Clark!

Venue: Saratoga Springs, Mount Pleasant, NC

7.24.2009 Stephanie & Tony Kwon

“Thank you so much. You have a wonderful personality and special talent! (You'll hear from us when my brother ties the knot!)”
- Stephanie

Stephanie and Tony were married at Central Church of God and had their reception at The Ballantyne Hotel. Stephanie's hair and makeup was done by Heather Bryson of The Look who always does an amazing job! Alyse Woodward was the planner and I had a brilliant time working with photographer Kristin Vining.
The reception was gorgeous and bursting with color. When the bridesmaids danced on the stage they were silhouetted against the blue backlit curtain wall (which reminded me of a James Bond movie intro!). Split Second hosted the evening (including a Korean ceremony) and kept the dance floor packed all night!
Congrats Steph and Tony!

Flowers: A Place for Flowers
Planner: Alyse Woodward Events
Photographer: Kristin Vining Photography
Makeup: Heather Bryson, The Look
DJ: Split Second Sound
Reception: The Ballantyne Hotel

7.18.2009 Caroline & Kyle

“We are absolutely thrilled with the video!!! It truly is magical and let's us relive every special moment from our wedding!! Thanks so much!!”
- Caroline

Caroline and Kyle were married in historic Charleston - Caroline's home town. Sometimes at weddings, I see something and think "if my wife and I could do our wedding over, I'd love to do this"; well, my favorite part was right at the end of the ceremony when a gospel choir entered the church singing "Oh Happy Day"! I had never seen that before. They had everybody clapping and really set the tone for the celebration!

Photographer: Leigh Webber Photography
Ceremony: Trinity United Methodist Church
Reception: Daniel Island Club
Choir: Voices of Deliverance

7.4.2009 Cristin & Cutler

Cristin & Cutler from Crown Alley Films on Vimeo.

Congratulations to Cristin and Cutler who were married at a beautiful ceremony at the Biltmore Estate's newest location - Diana at Biltmore. This lawn has a magnicifent view of the house at mountains! Cristin was so much fun to shoot 'cos she's so lively, animated and laughs easily!

It was my first time working with photographers Jill Schwarzkopf, Ian Riley and planner Nicole Riley and I must say, it was as if we were the same team! They were absolutely great!
Take a peek at this video; when myself and Jill went with Cutler and Cristin to the Biltmore to shoot their romantics just before sunset, we had the whole place to ourselves; just us, the pigeons and the gargoyles! A gorgeous experience for all of us!
Best wishes to Cutler and Cristin!

Venue: The Biltmore Estate, Asheville, NC
Photographer: Jill Schwarzkopf, Realities by Jill
Planner: Nicole Riley, Verge Events

June 28 2009: Denise & Carlton Fairley

“What an amazing job! We love it!”
- Denise

Carlton and Denise were married at the beautiful Graylyn Manor in Winston-Salem, NC. A magical medieval place with thrones, knights, turrets, a grand spiral staircase and an old English taxi! This reception was an absolute blast! My friend Niall (back in Ireland) has always been the biggest Michael Jackson fan I've ever known! He would have LOVED this reception! Nothin' but MJ the whole time. Brilliant!

Denise was gorgeous as her father escorted her down the spiral stairs onto the lawn for the ceremony. Once married, the happy couple walked down the aisle and Carlton bust out a celebratory MJ move! (Correct me if I'm wrong but I think that kick is from the "Beat It" video!)
Congratulations Carlton and Denise! I LOVED being a part of your wedding (and I mailed a copy of it to Niall!).
Cheers!

Photographer: Crystal Genes Photography
Venue: Graylyn Manor

June 20, 2009: Tyler Hollifield & Jason Myers

“Alan,
Our movie is absolutely amazing! We could not have asked for anything more beautiful and more put together that this movie was. We appeciate all the hard work that you put into it. It really did pay off! We will always remember this day!! You are the best!”
- Tyler

Tyler & Jason from Crown Alley Films on Vimeo.

Tyler and Jason tied the knot at the beautiful Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden. Take a look at this video clip and look at the ring bearer - my wife loves him! He's such a cute little fella that my wife, who is very happy with our two little girls and swore never to have any more, is now reconsidering!! And Tyler, you look amazing! Congrats to the two of you!


Photography: Irresistible Portraits
Flowers: Chelish Moore Flowers
Venue: Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden
Cake: Edible Art

June 19, 2009: Jinae Perry & Shannon Spear

This as my first time shooting at the gorgeous Chateau Elan just outside Atlanta, GA. Shannon and Jinae had a small intimate wedding of about 40 close family and friends. Jinae entered with her father down a long spiral staircase and she was absolutely gorgeous. Shannon did well to control his emotions. This couple are just ab-so-lutely in love!!!! And it's just plain (and uplifting) to see! Congratulations!
It was so hot that they decided to move the wedding from the original lawn area into the sunlit atrium. The reception was in the candlelit wineroom at the vineyard. As they said; they wanted the feel of a destination wedding for all their guests without the long travel. Chateau Elan is perfect!

“We absolutely LOVED our movie! It was a pleasure working with you! THANK YOU!!!”
- Jinae Spear

Event Planner: Jennifer at Intimate Events
Photographer: Ron Jones Photography, GA

June 13, 2009: Christina Heffel & Brandon Peek

Christina and Brandon were married at the beautiful Saratoga Springs. Their first dance was not only "internet worthy" but "talk show worthy"! I'm tellin' you Brandon, I honestly think you two can easily get on "Ellen" with that! Congrats! :)
Wedding Venue: Saratoga Springs
Photographer: Blair Phillips Photography
DJ: BK Entertainment

June 6, 2009: Kelly Pritchett & Benny Rodrigues

“I can't tell you how much we've loved watching our video...you're the best!!!
Thanks for everything!”
- Kelly

Congratulations to my friends Benny and Kelly! Absolutely gorgeous wedding at The Biltmore Estate, Asheville, NC.
Photography: Christopher Record Photography

June 5, 2009: Samantha Cramer & Travis Evans

Samantha and Travis tied the knot at an outdoor ceremony at The Magnolia Room in Rock Hill, SC.
Photography: Agie Photography
DJ: Split Second Sound
This wedding was a blast from early in the day; the guys bowling, the girls taking over the salon, and of course when Vinnie from Split Second Sound took control of the party at the reception! Congratulations Sam & Travis! :)

May 23, 2009: Lindsay & Ian Conchar

I had a great time with Fort Mill Photography (who provided this gorgeous photo for the DVD case). So did Lindsay, the beautiful bride! We had a lot of laughs and caught some gorgeous shots of Lindsay as we shot in front of the massive windows of the Peninsula Club. Congratulations Lindsay and Ian

“We really love the video! It's so beautiful! You got some really great shots on there! ”
Lindsay

Ceremony: Lake Norman Baptist Church
Reception: The Peninsula Club, Cornelius, NC
Photography: Fort Mill Photography
DJ: Split Second Sound
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