Cut the Cake, Cut the Cost

03/20/2012 by Artz

Consider Cutting the Cake to Cut Major Cost

You’ve finally settled on your wedding date and location, now for the hard part – finding vendors who are within your budget. The Outer Banks is very isolated and there are not bakeries on every corner like you may see in the city. There aren’t many choices when it comes to cake vendors and although they can create beautiful works of art, such as the popular Sandcastle Cake for your beach wedding, you will pay top dollar for these cakes. For most budget-friendly weddings, spending $900-$1800 (not including the delivery fee) on the cake alone is out of the question. Don’t panic.

Sue Artz of ARTZ MUSIC & PHOTOGRAPHY is a multiple award winning classically trained concert violinist and Outer Banks wedding DJ. (photo: Artz Music & Photography)

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Ipod vs. Wedding Musician/DJ

01/04/2012 by Artz

Can an Ipod live up to a Live Musician/DJ?

by Sue Artz

Let’s face it – the costs add up, even if you’re trying to have a low-budget wedding. There are certain things you can do without to save money, but there are other things you should NOT skimp on, such as your music. The music is “The Soundtrack” to your Wedding Day and you should make it your own.

Sue Artz of ARTZ MUSIC & PHOTOGRAPHY is a multiple award winning classically trained concert violinist and Outer Banks wedding DJ.

Here are some reasons why you should choose a live musicianinstead of trying to use a boom box (or nothing):

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Meet to See Eye-to-Eye!

07/29/2011 by Artz

A good “working” relationship with your photographer means it doesn’t feel like work!

by Matt Artz

After all the weeks of preparation, months of planning, and a lifetime of dreams, it’s all over in a matter of hours – and in the end, what you (and your children, and your grandchildren) will have to remember those fleeting moments that made your wedding day uniquely yours, will be the images captured by your professional photographer. How your hired shooter sees you, your family and loved ones, and the ultimate results of all your hard work is exactly how you will remember the day itself over the years, so to say choosing the right photographer is a big deal might be an understatement.

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Shooter vs. Shooter!(?)

06/27/2011 by Artz

The importance of a good relationship between your photographer &
videographer

by Gary Randall

The relationship between Photography and Videography should be one
that is complimentary, not competitive. Both the photographer and I are looking for the perfect angles and shots so we can give a quality product to the bride. There are no second chances or retakes of what happens.

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