Prairie Orchid Weddings

Prairie Orchid Weddings Husband and wife videography team dedicated to capturing your wedding day beautifully. Based in Sout

08/25/2022

These two tied the knot in June and it was our absolute pleasure to celebrate them and put together this film. 🀍 M + C are the kindest, most joyful pair. Their wedding party was so much fun to hang out with, constantly smiling and laughing. They incorporated some beautiful traditions that were an honour to capture and wrapped up the day with a party amongst all their favourite people. Truly an amazing day. Congrats again to M + C. ✨

Florals | Rose Petals Design
Bride HMUA | TM Artistry
Bridesmaid's Hair | Viva Hair
Photography | Kalla Ramberg Photography
Cake | WOW Bakery
Venue | Triwood Community Association

05/03/2022

How is summer already just around the corner?!

Can’t wait to celebrate in so many beautiful ways with some amazing people this season. πŸ’•

03/21/2022

This is why we do what we do. 🀍

Our passion is not only for the art that is video production, but also for the power of strong marriages. Wedding days are the very first page of the most beautiful chapter of your life. We consider it a true honour to help you relive every moment.

While photos freeze time and keep your memories close, video truly allows you to relive your wedding day. To hear the voices of your loved ones. To listen to your vows. To catch glimpses of all your favourite moments with all your favourite people.

So many people regret not getting a wedding film done and it breaks our hearts. Wedding videography isn't a back seat to photography. It's a perfect partnership. It's saving those precious moments in all the best ways - so you can look back. So you can remember. So you can relive.

That's what we're all about.

02/09/2022

FAQ ➑️ Do we offer drone footage?

The short answer - yes! Nigel is a fully licensed drone pilot with Transport Canada. But what does that mean exactly?

Many people aren't aware of the crazy number of hoops you have to jump through in order to take to the sky. For the safety of people on the ground and pilots in the sky, as well as to preserve the peace in protected parks, there are certain rules we have to follow when capturing drone footage.

Here's a little drone-flying 101...

There are pockets of airspace that are considered "controlled." It is designated as such when an airport or aerodrome is within a certain radius. As Nigel is licensed for advanced operations, he is able to fly within these zones by submitting a flight plan and receiving approval from Nav Canada.

Much to our dismay, national and provincial parks are considered restricted airspace and they rarely grant approval to fly. Which really bums us out, but it's understandable to maintain the serenity of the parks.

Being licensed also allows us to use a drone larger than the 250g weight limit which enables us to fly in windier conditions and use a much higher quality camera than you would have on smaller drones in the sub-250g weight category.

Hopefully that answers any thoughts or questions you might have about why or why not drones can be used. We are so pleased to be able to offer drone shots when location and weather permits. Aerial footage adds a lot of dynamic and context to any video project. Plus, it's super fun. πŸšπŸ˜‰

02/07/2022

Valentine's Day is coming sooo soon! What day could be better... chocolate, flowers, time with your favourite person, and more chocolate. πŸ˜‰

In all reality, we love Valentine's Day. I never understood the hype growing up (aside from the candy of course), but now it's become a favourite holiday in our home. We take the day to focus on each other and spend some quality time doing things we love.

Our tradition since getting married is to cook a fancy meal together. It saves us the hassle of getting a reservation and allows us the opportunity to try new recipes while spending time together in the kitchen. We love it! We're thinking Italian this year. 🍝

If you're stumped for ideas or want to try something new, here are few other date options for your Valentines Day this year...

🀍 Hit the road for a day trip! Maybe throw in a picnic if the weather allows. Or try a staycation in your own city. Go all out and treat yourself to a true tourist experience.

🀍 Learn a new skill together. Do some painting, try baking a cake, sign up for a pottery class, or go rock climbing. So many things to try and it's extra fun when you're both beginners!

🀍 Pick up a new board game and a favourite snack. What could be cozier than a games night in?

🀍 Do a fondue night! We looovveee making chocolate fondue with all the fun dippers. Some of our favourites are strawberries (duh), croissants, dried mango, shortbread cookies, and marshmallows!

🀍 Recreate your first (or best) date! So much nostalgia. For us that looks like hiking up Crowsnest Mountain so I think we will pass, at least until summer rolls around. πŸ₯Ά Maybe for you that's going back to a favourite restaurant or local spot. Grab a picture and compare to one you may have taken way back when.

Whatever your February 14th looks like, we hope it's filled with lots and lots of love (and chocolate). πŸ˜‰

01/25/2022

Looking for some send-off ideas? We got you...

One word - FIREWORKS

The Fireworks Factory did an incredible job of this show as the finale for this amazing day. Timed to songs of the couples choosing, it was the perfect ending.

But I guess fireworks may not be totally "safe" at any venue. You can still end your day with a bang! Here are some still-super-cool alternative send-offs...

- Sparklers
- Glitter
- Flower Petals
- Glow Sticks
- Coloured Smoke Bombs
- Paper Airplanes

Or sneak out without a peep. πŸ˜‰

01/20/2022

It's been a hot minute since we've said hey and introduced ourselves around here. If you're new here, let's catch up...

We're Nigel and Mariah! πŸ‘‹πŸ» A husband and wife team passionate about video, but equally (or maybe even more so) passionate about strong marriages. We got married in July of 2018 and have loved celebrating others as they step into this chapter of their lives.

Some fast facts...

- We are both Enneagram 1s (AKA we will work til we die to achieve perfection. A blessing and a curse haha).

- Coffee is our love language. β˜•οΈ One of our favourite things to do is try new cafes when we travel and our home espresso machine is very well-loved. Nigel has become quite the connoisseur lately and is working on perfecting his latte art game.

- Mariah is a twin - a very VERY fraternal twin. She and her sister could probably pass more as cousins than twins. πŸ˜‚She has siblings that are twins as well. The more the merrier! Twin life is super fun.

- We work from home, which has its amazing benefits. But it can make life feel unbalanced at times. Our dream is to one day move into an office with our own studio space for corporate work and other creative opportunities!

Last but not least, let's throw in a hot take. πŸ”₯"Caramel" is pronounced care-a-mel, not car-mel. Sorry to disappoint you all, but there is indeed an "a" in there. You can't deny it. (This is a huge point of contention in our house, as Nigel pronounces it wildly incorrect. πŸ™„πŸ˜‚)

How do you pronounce the name of this sweet sauce? There is a right answer btw...

01/18/2022

Recently engaged friends... πŸ’βœ¨

We can't wait to hear from you! Our inbox has been busy with new inquiries and it's been making our hearts so happy. Hearing wedding plans and love stories has us so excited for this summer and beyond!

If you are planning your wedding or elopement for this summer, let's chat about your wedding film! It's as easy as 1, 2, 3...

1) Send us an inquiry through our online form.

2) We will respond within 24hrs with a short questionnaire for you to complete to grab a few extra details.

3) After going through your amazing plans, we will create a custom quote and walk you through the booking process to ensure you have the perfect film. 🀍

2023 couples - YES! We are booking into next year so contact us anytime.

Chat soon. πŸ˜‰

01/13/2022

Throwback Thursday (is that still a thing?) to one of our favourite cakes of the summer! 🐰

Maddie has a love for bunnies and included that in her wedding day with the sweetest lil rabbit cake you ever did see, done by Cakes A Lot.

We are here for all the unique, personal elements you want to include in your day. That's what makes your wedding day feel like YOU! So get the bunny cake, or heck get a dinosaur cake. Whatever makes you happy. πŸ¦•

Now I'm curious... if your wedding cake could be any animal, what would you pick? I'd definitely have to say a pony. That would make the little horse girl heart in me absolutely sing. We had the classic "naked" cake and now I am seriously regretting my decision. How boring. πŸ˜‚πŸ™ƒ

Posting today for two reasons...a) We just need an excuse to share more of the photos Jess took for us. Because we love ...
11/19/2021

Posting today for two reasons...

a) We just need an excuse to share more of the photos Jess took for us. Because we love them and she's pretty great. πŸ˜‰

b) As we settle into our off-season, we are full of so much gratitude. Gratitude for the sweet couples who invited us into their weddings. Gratitude for the amazing vendors we've had the pleasure of meeting and working with. Gratitude for all of you who have stuck around on this adventure with us! It's been an incredible year.

As much as we have loved the hustle and bustle of the wedding season, we are ready to embrace the slowness of the winter. Winter allows us to reset, refresh and hit the ground running when the next season rolls around. Fellow creatives, remember that busy doesn't mean productive. Rest is productive too. ❀️

10/29/2021

E + G | These two. 🀍 The rain couldn’t stop them from making the absolute most of their wedding day.

From saying their I Do’s before the stunning coulees, to jamming out in the party bus, to busting moves on the dance floor - it was a day to remember and we are so honoured to have been able to capture these memories.

E + G have an incredible group of family and friends. Spending the day with them reminded us just how important those relationships are.

And we have to take a moment to talk about the dress! E wore her mom's dress with a little bit of her own flair added. It was absolutely perfect. 🀍

Here’s to many many happy years for these two. πŸ₯‚

Venue | Galt Museum & Archives
Photographer | Malorie Reiter Photography
Catering | LA Chefs
DJ | Hiway Productions
Makeup | Savanna Martin
Hair | Shelby Heninger
Dress | Redesigned by Laura George Designs

09/28/2021

Are you considering eloping? We've got something special for you. ✨

For a limited time, we are discounting our travel rates for our elopement package, the Lilac. Whether it’s in the stunning Rockies or the wide-open plains, we will be there to capture your moment. Remember those sweet memories for years to come and share them with those who weren’t in attendance.

This discount won't last forever so book soon! Learn more here: https://www.prairieorchidweddings.ca/elopement-special

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