2011 WEVA Expo: Industry Recognition Awards

The Wedding and Event Videographers Association (WEVA) International recognizes members who have demonstrated extraordinary achievements in wedding and event videography through the Special Awards of Industry Recognition. Ken Kurita from Videon Productions located in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul chairs the Special Awards Committee and presents the 2011 honorees.

Great Wall Proposal|St.Paul Wedding

Hi Ken and Terri,
I have been meaning to write to you for awhile now. WE LOVE LOVE LOVE THE WEDDING VIDEO!!! It is absolutely a class act. You both put together a lovely picture and story of our day. We sent our parents a copy and they were delighted with it.
I got a bottle of champagne for the viewing event and we watched the video with huge smiles on our faces. I really loved all of the interviews, such a great treasure to have.
Thanks again, so much. Laura and Paolo

Why Videon Productions for Your Event?

  • Terri and Ken Kurita create personalized film stories of events.  Our storytelling skills reach beyond the ‘slow motion clips set to music’ genre. Photographs capture moments. Films capture stories. We want your audience to discover who you are, why you are being honored, or how your business rocks.
  • You will look your best. Like a portrait artist, we will film the most flattering images of you.
  • As a host, you will miss the details of the day because you cannot be ‘everywhere’ at all times. Our skill and experience at capturing an event with multi-cameras ensures that you will relive the memories!
  • We are discrete and unobtrusive.  You will be amazed at the amount of behind-the-scenes footage we gather.
  • You will enjoy a seamless experience with Videon Productions.  We will consult with the other professionals hired, ex. photographer, venue manager, event coordinator…We will work as a team to create the ultimate event for you.
  • Your final story will be timeless.  We use classic effects, sound bites, thoughtful editing and storytelling.
  • Your final story will be unique to you. We craft individual stories that will be cherished for the next generation.
  • Our customer service and attention to detail is extraordinary!  We want to connect, consult and work side-by-side with you.
  • As technology evolves, we promise to be your ultimate resource. Best of all, we customize productions to fit within a wide range of budgets because no two events are ever alike.
  • With over 25 years of award winning experience, we are the best choice you can make to archive your stories on film.
  • Email Videon Productions. Visit our Bio|Mission.

    Strong Advice from Brides|Preserve your memories

    (Quotes courtesy of http://weva.com)
    If there’s one thing brides today can agree on, it’s that future brides should have their weddings videotaped. The numbers go up in today’s economy, with the importance placed not on things, but on memories and legacies.

    “Our married friends mentioned that we wouldn’t remember too much after the wedding because the day goes by so fast. They were right! Thank you SO much for the beautiful video! With all the drama of that weekend, it was hard to remember all the details. You did a fabulous job of capturing the essence and feeling of the day. Every time we watch it, it’s like experiencing it all over again.” –Regards, Anne and Richard

    The results of this cross section of brides from across the country, showed that 98% of surveyed newlyweds recommended that brides have their weddings videotaped.
    Interestingly, brides don’t fully appreciate the value of video until after the wedding. Before the wedding, only a little more than half of surveyed brides considered video a “Top 10″ service in comparison to other wedding related services. However, after the wedding, that number climbs to 75%!
    Brides say video does a better job of capturing the emotions of the day, records the history of the day, and they strongly feel that future children will enjoy their wedding video more than their wedding photographs.
    When asked: “If you had a choice between looking at your grandparent’s wedding photos or their wedding video, which would you choose?” 61% of brides said they would rather see the video and that a professional photographer is a must. What do you have left after the event is over? You decide.
    Don’t let another moment pass you by…..

    Have Camera|Will Travel!


    Gina and Justin’s wedding in Crosslake, MN. was beautiful. Here are a couple of photos courtesy of Tim Larsen Photography in Brainerd. Stay tuned for a video trailer of their event: “Wedding Up North”.

    Videon Productions|Services to ‘Design Your Wedding’ Movie

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    Jennie and Ryan’s Testimonial
    “Hi Ken and Terri! WE LOVE OUR VIDEO! It was not a surprise given the work you did for my brother’s wedding video! I can’t express how much it means to have our memories put together in such an AMAZING WAY!” Katie & Danny

    Real Events. Real Stories. Real life looks good…..
    Human stories, powerfully told is what we had envisioned when we started Videon Productions. We make movies we want to see. We capture the stories of people we want to hear. We genuinely want to connect with families and businesses to share a story that transcends time.

    “Absolutely fantastic! We love it. We have watched both parts of the reception and the short story 3 times now. You did a brilliant job. We can’t wait to show it to everyone else!” John & Justine

    Our philosophy in filming weddings is to recreate the experience of your wedding day by using thoughtfully chosen sound bites blended with cinematic camera movements. We have over 23 years of award winning experience recreating the essence of your event.

    Wedding video options:
    -Full Wedding Day Productions
    -Love Stories
    -Proposals/Engagements
    -Home movie clips
    -Honeymoon segments
    -Photo Montages
    -Rehearsal & Groom’s Dinner
    -Salon ‘getting ready’ shots
    -Gift Open Day
    -Concept Videos: ‘How I met my wife or husband’
    -Jewish Weddings
    -Destination Weddings – Yes, we will travel!
    -Guest Books
    -Theme Weddings ‘Celebrate your Culture’

    Contact us for availability and to schedule an appointment to view our work. Feel free to call or email your questions about video!
    Ken and Terri Kurita 952.474.8598 http://www.videonpros@msn.com

    WEVA.com – Ken Kurita, Special Awards Chairman 2008

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    Ken Kurita, Special Awards Chairman 2008 at the Wedding and Event Videographers Association Convention opening night award ceremony in Orlando. WEVA members and the collaborative efforts of past and present committee members continue to be recognized for the education and awareness they bring to videographers and communities with their work. www.weva.com

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