Maredith + Guy (Part 1)

Did you know we offer video + photo services** for you big day?!?  Well, neither did we!  That is before these two.  We had been talking about doing this for some time, but we had to find the right couple to take the leap.  A big thank you goes out to Maredith and Guy for trusting us when we said we could do a good job.  They took us at our word--not an easy task when it comes to your wedding.

But, I am so glad they did because we had the BEST BEST BEST time!  Maredith and Guy, you have very fun, kind, welcoming, and generous friends/family.  I couldn't help but smile as I looked through all these images today.  There's just so much love there.  

Best of luck to you two in all you do! I know you will have a long happy marriage filled with many blessings and much good fortune.   Part 2 (video) to come soon.  Stay tuned!

** We are only able to accept 3 video + photo clients a year-first come basis. But we are HAPPY to recommend our favorite photographers to you!  

Maredith + Guy

High winds didn't stop these two! Even though the balloons couldn't fly, love lifted these two up! Guy was just the right amount of nervous and excited and Maredith was caught COMPLETELY by surprise! He even wrote a song and sang in front of a crowd of strangers (word got around a proposal was happening at the Tulsa Balloon Festival!). It was such a pleasure capturing this moment for these two. Video coming soon!

Hello, World! The Birth of Luke Samuel

Seriously, this is one of the coolest things I get to do with my job as a 'record keeper.'  I love to document the moment a mother holds her baby in her arms for the first time.  The joy.  The relief.  So surreal.  Sorry photographers, but photos just won't do it justice.  

I loved Danielle since our very first meeting, where we discussed the many aspects of birth and motherhood over tea!  And, let me tell you, this woman is STRONG.  She planned for a natural birth and never once did she falter or say "I can't."   As anyone who has been in labor knows, births don't always go as planned, but Danielle faced every moment with courage, conviction, and grace.  

Thank you so much for trusting me to capture such an important moment.  It was an honor.

Seize the 'good stuff,'

Lauren Keester

Megan + Nathan (Part Two) "Cruse Cruise"

You honeymoon with Carpe Diem's goPro, send the camera back, and we splice it together!  Fun, right?  Especially with a couple like this!  We were literally laughing out loud while editing this.  Megan and Nathan, we love your adventurous spirit!  I think this video reflects it well.  Congrats, again!  May you two have many, many more wonderful adventures along the way! 

Seize the day!

Lauren + Jared

Megan + Nathan (Part One)

Tulsa, Here we come!  I tell you what, we just had the BEST time with this group!  (Even though they were actively rooting against my OSU Cowboys-wink-I guess we will forgive them).  And, I just cannot say enough about this beautiful new venue and its lovely owners.  Everyone go check it out at http://www.spainranch.com/ . 

Megan and Nathan, thank you for all the laughs and fun times at your wedding (and while editing your awesome honeymoon footage-- part two to come later).  We truly enjoyed it!

Dallyn + Tyler

Happy New Year! 2015 was a banner year for us, and we are so excited for the nine couples who have already booked for our 2016 season.  We are even headed to Dallas this spring.  As we wrap up the 2015 films, I thought I would post this one.  I LOVE the story of how these two met!  And how cute is their puppy?!?!  


Julie + Carla

I love that in our business you never know what is around the corner.  We have some brides book almost two years in advance, and then, other times, you have someone call you only a handful of days before their 'big day.'  This was one of those events.  Some people decide last minute they want a wedding videographer, and...wow, are we glad these two did!  

This was a wedding for the books!  Every little detail of the day was beautifully designed and every word, song, and message of their ceremony was perfectly crafted.  Due to the short time between booking and the actual wedding, we did not meet the couple before their wedding day, but, as soon as we arrived, we felt 'right at home' with this crew.  Julie and Carla, it is undeniably apparent you are surrounded by an amazing group of family and friends.  It was truly an honor to be a fly on the wall (with cameras, of course) for your special day.

Seize the 'good stuff,'

Lauren + Jared

And a BIG THANK YOU to Camden at Emerson Events.  We LOVE working with this talented and thoughtful wedding planner.... AND, she did the flower arrangements!  So impressive.  http://www.emersonevents.com/ 

Hope's Home Birth Story (Part 1)

Dear "Hopie,"

It has been such a wonderful, amazing experience to watch your journey to motherhood.  When we first spoke over the phone about you taking on a part-time caregiver role for Jude and Harvey (in 2013 was it?  Harvey was just 4 months old), you apologized for not being able to start right at 8am that first day, because you were seeing a fertility specialist.  I have been praying for this day for you since that phone call, and here it is. 

When I told Jared I had finally found childcare, he asked what I knew about you, this stranger coming into our home, and I told him you had an inner light that shined bright and strong, and that was all I needed.  

My kids fell in love with you almost instantly, and your grace was a calming presence in our home.  Thank you for loving my children.  I say that knowing you now know, truly know, what it means to be apart from your baby for even just a few seconds, let alone a whole work day.  I always felt comforted knowing they were with you. And the testament to your love in grace is that my children still ask for mommy, daddy, and you when they are upset. 

I was so honored when you asked me to document your delivery, and when you look at these photos, I hope you will sometimes think about the smiles of the two little boys whose lives you shaped before you started you own family.  I am forever indebted to you. 

From one mother to another,

Lauren

Hello, World!- Rose Marie

Carpe Diem Video Productions is proud to announce we offer birth videography.  :-)   There is only one package and it comes with a highlight reel like the one you see at the bottom of this post (on DVD or Blu-ray) and 15-20 images (photographs) edited.  At this time, Lauren is the only videographer on our team offering birth videography, and we will be accepting only five per year. 

As a mom of two beautiful boys, I am sooooo very excited about this next chapter in our business.  I had a birth photographer for the birth of my second baby, Harvey, and I wouldn't trade those photos for anything. With that in mind, it is my goal for my mommy clients to feel about their birth video.

And, so, without further ado, let me present to you the very first "Hello, World!" video featuring the beautiful Ms. Rose Marie.  I am so honored to have been a part of this birth and to give this family something they will cherish indefinitely.  

If you are interested in meeting to discuss having your birthing experience (home or hospital) filmed, please fill out the contact form on this website, and Lauren will get in touch with you.  


Brene' + Taylor

This beautiful couple and their gorgeous wedding day have been on my mind lately since I recently met with Taylor's twin (and I mean tw-win), Jordan and his seriously adorable (and fellow Chi Omega) Kylie.  I am soooooo excited about this wedding!  Jared had a great time filming this one with our friend and college, photographer  Randy Coleman.  I mean, seriously, how attractive is this couple, right?  And so obviously in love.  Congrats Brene' and Taylor!  And thank you for having us as part of your wedding day. 


Libby + Jake

Well, it is that time of year!  Love is in the air.  Seems like every day my facebook page blows up with another couple's engagement.  And, as a wedding professional, I have to say, I LOVE it.  The inquiries are rolling in and we are quickly booking our 2015 season... 2015. That sounds crazy, right?  Crazy as in, when I was a child I really thought I would have a hover board like Marty McFly.  But, alas, I have a mini-van.  (Jared says it is a sexy, soccer mom SUV-Minivan hybrid, but lets call a spade a spade, you know?)

Well, as I have been meeting brides this season a question that often arises is "Can I get all I want out of the basic package?"  And, in most cases, the answer is yes.  So, here is an example of a wedding where the basic package was the perfect amount of coverage...And, obviously, Jared nailed it.  


Lauren + Bray

Thanks for visiting our new webpage!  It is only fitting to blog this first wedding of 2014 on our new blog page with such an amazing couple.  You can see from this video this bride and groom are so sincere.  I love the groom's reaction when he reads the letter from his bride.  

Thank you to Lauren and Bray for having us be a part of your big day.  We really enjoyed meeting your family and friends.  This was a TRULEY fun wedding.  (As evidenced by this video.) Enjoy!