amanda pair | the promo

July 8, 2010 in wedding vendors

I love that my blog allows me to showcase my favorite photos from each of my sessions and share my life with all of you wonderful people. It is chock full of images of what happens in FRONT of the camera, but lately I have been wanting a way to showcase what happens BEHIND the camera. Sure, every now and then I have posts about sharing my camera with a three year old, or having my husband tag along to a session, but my blog is static. Static meaning that there is no sound, no movement, no southern accent ya’ll…

Enter my friends Ashley and Matt with Dig-It-All Productions. After a good brainstorming session and a lot of homework for me, the plan was set. They were kind enough to come along on Ashley and Austin’s engagement session to document the process. It was important to me to shoot with real clients (not models) so that the relationship was authentic. The footage they captured during the shooting portion of the video is so true to life it’s scary. As I watched it for the first time I couldn’t help but laugh. I say some of the most spastic things during a shoot and laugh way more than I realize, but it is so truly me. That stuff really happens at my sessions!

We shot the interview portion a few days later. Against Matt’s recommendation, I didn’t prepare anything to say. I thought I would just wing it to come off more natural, but I ended up sweating profusely and laughing uncontrollably as soon as the camera was pointed my way. I really don’t know what came over me, but I wigged out being on the other side of the camera. Luckily Ashley and Matt are pros and patiently waited out my nervous energy. In the end, not having a script was the best move for me. The things I say in the video are 100% from the heart and add an element of realness to the final product. I plan to integrate the video into my website, but for now this will have to do… Enjoy!


Amanda Pair | Promo Film from Dig It All Productions on Vimeo.


A huge thanks to Ashley and Matt with Dig-It-All Productions. They are true visionaries and never cease to amaze me. If you are getting married you really must check them out. And of course thank you to Ashley and Austin for being such awesome sports. I am blessed to call them friends. Friends who, coincedentally, are getting married THIS WEEKEND! Hooray!


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Ron Pollone - I swooned!January 18, 2012 – 7:27 pm

robin - how have i never noticed your southern accent before??? loved it ;)July 15, 2010 – 10:56 pm

paige - I have to agree with Jennifer. I forget people don’t know know you personally. Its so you! So impressed!July 11, 2010 – 11:53 am

Melina - It really did turn out great!July 11, 2010 – 8:56 am

Ashley - This turned out great!It really shows who you are as a photographer and as the awesome everyday girl too! I love it!July 10, 2010 – 8:06 am

Will - Mrs. Pair! This is truly snapa-docious! Keep up the great work :)July 9, 2010 – 9:08 pm

Marissa Nicole - I think the video is great. I love to hear what drives and motivates other photographers. Where they see themselves coming from, how they see their images, how they discribe themselves. I also love the behind the scenes footage. Thanks for sharing!July 9, 2010 – 7:48 pm

Brittany - Uhhh, seriously? This is amazing! LOVE IT! Congrats to you AND Dig-it-all Productions AND to the almost newlyweds! Awesome work and great story!July 9, 2010 – 7:28 pm

Deb - PS: Great job Dig-It-All!!!July 9, 2010 – 5:38 pm

Deb - Still love it! I’m happy future clients will see the real Amanda through your video. You sell you without even trying.July 9, 2010 – 5:37 pm

Katie - I made Nathan watch it too! we are both very impressed.July 9, 2010 – 4:18 pm

Sheri - Love it! Captures your style beautifully!July 9, 2010 – 2:35 pm

Jordan - This is the EXACT reason I love you and your work! Next weekend is going to be AMAZING and if it’s one thing I know Matt and I have done right in this whole wedding planning process, it’s pick the right photographer! We can’t WAIT!July 9, 2010 – 12:42 pm

Kristi - Great video Amanda…..they did a great job capturing you! :)July 9, 2010 – 12:11 pm

JennRob - When I see your picture or read your words, I envision you saying them and I forget that people (future clients!) who don’t know you, do not get that benefit. This is a brilliant idea! I like that it was not scripted too!July 9, 2010 – 11:04 am

april - I love it…and you!:)July 9, 2010 – 10:52 am

taylor haynie - Love it!!!July 9, 2010 – 10:21 am

Byron - AWESOME!!!July 9, 2010 – 9:48 am

Rossi - I love this! It definitely picked up your Southern accent and your down-to-earth personality that makes everyone love you. ;)July 9, 2010 – 9:47 am

Maggie - Such a cool idea. You are a natural in front of the video camera. Can’t wait to see more : )July 9, 2010 – 9:38 am

Tina - LOVE it! You look so great!!July 9, 2010 – 7:54 am

Ravyn - Yay!!! LOVE IT!July 9, 2010 – 7:12 am

Amy Frith - Amanda, I love it! I am so proud of you! Will you take my picture one day? :)July 9, 2010 – 12:33 am

Amy Carson - Awesome promo Amanda – I like that it wasn’t scripted – its totally you. Congrats on all the new things coming along with your amazing success in your career :)July 8, 2010 – 11:36 pm

Randy - Great video, they did a good job capturing your workJuly 8, 2010 – 11:19 pm

Christy - Great video! :)July 8, 2010 – 10:57 pm

Denise Saucedo - Awww sweetie! I loved watching this. Brought back so many memories of the first time we met. And for the record I LOVE YOUR ACCENT!!!!!!!!!!!! Ahhh! So cute!! Great job girlie! xoxoJuly 8, 2010 – 10:56 pm

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