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Rain, tight timelines, and a sparkler exit under a wooden awning… what could go wrong?

In this episode of A Second Helping... with Allison Barto, I’m breaking down a real spring wedding day from start to finish. From navigating a full Catholic timeline with no first look to problem-solving portraits in the rain, I’m sharing what worked, what didn’t, and how we adjusted on the fly.

Plus, we’re talking workflow, lighting in tricky reception spaces, and the reality of culling 7,500+ images after a long day.

Oh, and wait until you hear about the flowers… grown by the couple’s former students.

If you’ve ever had to pivot mid-wedding (so… all of us), this one’s for you.

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This episode is a full wedding-day recap from a wedding I associate shot in Spring Lake, New Jersey, and it’s one of those days that escalated quickly.

Ten days before the wedding, the planner let me know the bride was thinking about cutting back coverage. The day of the wedding, the Rolls Royce they planned to use caught on fire. Yes, actually on fire.

And at the ceremony, the bride was almost sent down the aisle before the groom!

Despite all of that, the bride was lovely, had an amazing time, and the day came together beautifully at Spring Lake Golf Club. The sailcloth tent was stunning, the weather was perfect, and we wrapped all formal photos in 32 minutes flat.

This is a real, behind-the-scenes wedding story about staying flexible, keeping your cool, and how even the most chaotic days can end up being genuinely great.

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In this episode of A Second Helping with Allison Barto, I’m joined by Noah of Noah Stoner Films to discuss his journey into videography, the challenges of shooting weddings, and his thoughts on the intersection of video and photography. Noah shares his early days in the industry, from awkward one-camera wedding shoots to learning the ropes by second shooting with other professionals. We dive into the evolving role of content creation, navigating the use of AI in editing, and the dynamics of working with photographers and other vendors. Plus, Noah opens up about what makes a great team dynamic and why it's crucial for videographers and photographers to communicate effectively on the wedding day. Whether you're a photographer, videographer, or just interested in the behind-the-scenes world of wedding filmmaking, this episode offers valuable insights into the art of capturing love on a wedding day.

Tune in for tips, stories, and plenty of laughs!

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