Client Testimonials 












 

I'm pleased to share with you some of the wonderful comments I’ve received through the years.  Many of my clients have expressed the desire to communicate their feelings to future clients.  If you’d like to speak with past clients about me, please let me know.

Audio testimonials
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#1 Adelman
| #2 Chopek | #3 Forma | #4 Lawler

"Thank you so much, Matt! We enjoyed it...you do this so well, we hardly knew you were there!"

Natalie Cole & Kenneth Dupree
Nashville, TN

"We can't emphasize enough how much we enjoyed working with you on our wedding day. The level of comfort you gave us was first-rate; you made it a point to ask about all the cultural and religious aspects of our ceremony and reception, and of course you put together a stunning and memorable final product. Thank you again for your professionalism and talent!"

Lisa & Stephan Hovnanian
Boston, MA

 

"From the first meeting we felt so comfortable with you, and were confident that you would capture our wedding day with the artistic eye that can only come with a true professional. On the actual day, you were so easy to work with, so much so we essentially never realized you were there. We were absolutely thrilled with the final product, the moments you captured, the different angles, colors and music all tell the beautiful story of that day, and now we can relive it any time we want! We were blessed to work with such phenomenal vendors for our wedding and you were no exception!"

Tamar & Garo Hovnanian
Mount Laurel, NJ

 

"Amazing!!!!!! :) :) :) :) :)

We loved loved loved the video. Everyone came over to watch it and we all cried!!!! Bravo Matt!! We watched it twice!!! It was truly amazing. I felt like a bride all over again! Thanks for everything!"

One week later...

"I just wanted to tell you again how awesome the wedding video is! I watched it again last night and the night before and the night before. I have probably watched it about 50 times. Everyone who sees it loves it! Thanks again!"

Michele & Jim Peruto
Wrightstown, PA

 

"You were incredibly wonderful to work with. An invisible presence at our wedding, yet you managed to capture every significant moment. You set my whole mind at ease regarding my wedding video and I knew I'd have a wonderful momento to treasure forever. I can't wait to share my wedding video with generations to come."

Rachel Toll Grassi & Noah Grassi
Las Vegas, NV

"I wanted to thank you so much for taking the time to put this {montage} together so quickly and for capturing the amazing man our grandfather was. It brought such comfort and joy to not just Garo and I but our entire family. We showed the video at a mercy meal we had after the funeral and it was such a fitting tribute. It was really special for those who were not a part of the extreme makeover experience to see. Garo also mentioned he saw you at the funeral. You have now experienced some of the most exciting events in our lives as well as the most trying. Thank you for you incredible support not only as a colleague but as a friend."

Tamar Hovnanian
Mount Laurel, NJ

"Words can't express what it meant to watch the piece you put together for us, of my grandfather. God bless you."

Garo Hovnanian
Mount Laurel, NJ

"The DVD is TERRIFIC!!!!   You got all the right shots and were in all the right places at all the right times.  We are all thrilled and I am sure Peter's parents will be too.  It is so wonderful to be able to watch the wedding all over again and see all the things that we missed.  Arthur, Ellen and I never saw the procession of family members, and that was really terrific.  Job well done!!!"

Phyllis & Arthur Saft
Glassboro, NJ

"Ellen and I had the opportunity to watch the final version of the DVD over the weekend and I cannot begin to tell you how thrilled we are.  The video truly captures the night.  The quality is excellent, the sound is sharp, and the montages set to music are moving and entertaining.  We are also thrilled with how fast you were able to turn the whole thing around. Please feel free to use us as a reference!"

Ellen & Peter Gordon
Philadelphia, PA

"Our experience with you was absolutely phenominal. You made us feel comfortable and informed, captured all the great moments, and packaged the final DVD into a beautfiul, well edited, movie. We were thrilled!!!! You did such an amazing job, we could not be happier with the work you did and we are so glad we chose you to capture this most special day in our lives. Thak you so much!!!"

Hali & Seth Besmertnik
New York, NY

"We finally had a chance to sit still this weekend and watch our video.  What a fabulous job you did.  We really enjoyed it, it's just fantastic. We can't wait to share it with family and friends.  We only wish it was longer.....we didn't want it to end! Thanks again for documenting such a special occasion for us!"

Susan & Anthony Alfieri
Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

"We received the DVDs and they look great! Thanks so much for your wonderful work!"

Rimi & Samir Kelkar
Philadelphia, PA

"I can't tell you enough, what a wonderful job you did on the video.  We were very impressed!"

Joanne Masterson
Princeton, NJ

"I am THRILLED with the results.  We watched about 20 different sample DVDs before deciding on Apogee.  Matt, you were totally unobtrusive, didn't use any cheesy cartoon gimmicks, didn't bother our guests, shot gorgeous footage and edited it beautifully. The recap blew me away -- I've already watched it three times, and I keep picking up new nuances every time I watch it, it was like watching a romantic music video!  There's even some footage of my husband mouthing the words "I love you" to me during our photo shoot. You can really see throughout the video how in love we are and how ecstatic we were on that day in particular.

The overall picture quality was incredible too.  When we first watched our DVD I didn't just cry, I bawled. I could not believe how utterly overwhelmed I felt. You captured everything so beautifully, and it was edited so well that I felt like I was watching a movie.  You had been so unobtrusive during the wedding reception that I barely noticed you, and I'm amazed by everything you captured.

I'm SO happy and relieved that we not only chose to hire a videographer but that we chose to hire you, as you really understood our personalities and were able to cover all of the details we worked so hard to plan.  Photographs are wonderful and should also be treasured, but nothing captures the spirit of the day the way a video does. I see that now. Hearing everyone speaking, watching the little gestures and side glances, seeing people so animated (especially the very elderly and the very young)...it's all so touching.  Thank you!
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Jennifer & Jon Morgan
Philadelphia, PA

"We just got the videos and they are perfect! Thank you again for all your amazing work. We would love to be able to work with you again some time in the future and we will definately be recommending you to all of our friends! Thanks again!"

Andrea & Ryan Linn
Boston, MA

"WOW! Working with you guys was so easy. I work with a lot of "vendors" and you guys have all the qualities that someone would want to work with. Aside from the outstanding finished product, your professionalism and creativity are the perfect package. Did you ever think about becoming a florist and caterer too? Sign me up!! You were beyond thorough, and captured every sweet moment of my wedding day. The video helped people who weren't there feel like they actually were! Thank you, thank you, thank you!"

Alissa & Yoni Schwartz
Philadelphia, PA

"We received the DVD and LOVE it! You did an absolutely beautiful job capturing the feel of our wedding and all of the little special moments. We really can't thank you enough!"

Jackie & Elliot Kay
New York, NY

"Thank you for your generous contribution to Simon's Fund. As a result of your generosity and support, Simon's Soiree raised over $120,000 and attracted over 250 people. Thank you for remembering our son and helping us to save the lives of other children."

Click here to view the full page letter of thanks from Phyllis & Darren Sudman for our help with the Simon's Fund video.

Phyllis & Darren Sudman
Plymouth Meeting, PA

"We are writing to express our appreciation and to praise your production for Simon’s Fund of the video on Long QT. Simon, our grandson, is closer to us as we reflect on his life while viewing this video clip. We know that the message that Phyllis and Darren want to convey will be enhanced by the beauty and sensitivity of your creativity."

Joanne & Sam Sudman
Sun City Center, FL

"When trying to figure out the perfect 35th birthday gift for my husband on his first birthday as a married man, I knew I could count on you. After all, our wedding video was a complete masterpiece. I am so happy I had you do Jared's birthday montage. As usual, you were an absolute professional and a perfectionist. Even your placement of the songs was simply perfect. I'll forever remember the look on his face as he watched 35 years of his life on DVD, set to music. Thank you for making my life so much easier by helping with all the details and by helping me give him a gift that he'll have forever. We will show our kids (after they watch our awesome wedding video first!!). You have a client for LIFE!!!! Thanks again!"

Stacey Isaacs
Hallandale, FL

"A few months ago, my girlfriends and I were engaged in one of those all-wedding discussions that always develops when young brides-to-be and young newlyweds get together. After the subjects of flowers and djs and invitations had been exhausted, my newest friend to sport a diamond on her finger brought up videographers, and asked the rest of us our thoughts on the matter. My only married friend stunned me with her immediate reply that a wedding video isn't necessary since no one ever watches it more than once. "You do if it's my wedding," I quickly corrected her (alright, maybe loudly too, but I was shocked!), "because I watch mine all the time!"

Mark and I can't thank you enough for the best wedding present we received--the preservation of every minute, every memory, of the happiest day of our lives. The second the film starts, we're filled with the same joy and excitement we felt the day we were married. I'm sure you get hundreds of testimonials and letters of thanks for the beautiful cinematography, the editing--all of it! But in addition to loving all the technical elements and artistry you used to create our film, Mark and I are most in love with what your work represents. Replaying our wedding day means more to us than simply reliving treasured moments--it means our children and grandchildren will also be able to celebrate the love and joy we felt that day. They will be able to participate in memories that--thanks to you--can't help but transcend the television screen. And someday, when a lifetime of events impedes the recollection of even the happiest early times, we'll come across some dusty, antiquated dvd player, put in your wedding video, and remember each lovely, precious sentiment as if it were yesterday.

Many, many thanks!"

Danielle & Mark DeBourke
Elkins Park, PA

"No words can express how happy we are with our wedding video. We think you are totally AMAZING! We received our video this week and have watched it several times. We will continue to show it off to all of our family and friends. You captured every emotion that we were feeling on our wedding day so we can now relive it whenever we want. That is what makes this video so priceless and what you did for us so special. Thank you so much for capturing all of the intimate and memorable moments of our wedding day. Your expertise and professionalism helped us stay calm and have a great day because we knew our memories were in good hands. You truly are so talented and we look forward to having you create more videos for us in the future. "

Brandi & Greg Seltzer
Philadelphia, PA

"The montage was incredible! A huge hit. Hopefully you'll be getting some calls from our guests for future events. We will definitely use you again in 2 years for Zach, and the video too! Thanks for doing such an awesome job!"

Nancy Greenberg
Maple Glen, PA

"Thank you for your support at the Wylie's Day Foundation Battle Of The Bands I and II! Both were a phenominal success, generating over $14,000 for pediatric brain tumor research! All of the money raised this year will be donated to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, neuro-oncology department. Your video-tech support is a major enhancement to the event, and please know how much your gift means to us. It keeps Wylie's light shining and brings hope to many children and families. We are most appreciative, and look forward to the day when this childhood disease ceases to take the lives of our children."

Steph and John Strotbeck
Fort Washington, PA

www.wyliesday.org

 

"The video was an ENORMOUS HIT! My husband, our kids, his parents, everyone was blown away. Thank you so much for all your hard work. The whole party was a huge suprise - which was really fun as well. Hope to work together again in the future! "

Lynn Hall
Oldbridge, NJ

"How can we ever thank you for capturing the very best of that day from preparations to the last moment??? We are absolutely in love with it. You are amazing, a genius, I didn't doubt you but it is beyond my expectations! I love how the songs fit in perfectly, love the black & white, the honeymoon pics............. thank you a million times!!"

Stacey & Jared Isaacs
Hallandale, FL

"Thank you Matt for capturing the beauty and fun of our wedding day. The quality of the work is everything we expected and more and we honestly get chills every time we watch our video! From the music to the imagery, it is perfect. Thank you, thank you, thank you. What wonderful memories we will be able to show our children someday!"

Janine & Devin Tuohey
New York, NY

"We love the video!!! We've all seen it about a thousand times. You did such a great job!!! I wouldn't change a thing!"

Alison & Jeremy Snell
Solebury, PA

"Tim and I wanted to send a huge THANK YOU for our wedding video!! We absolutely loved it. We watched it over Thanksgiving with my family and everyone enjoyed seeing the wedding from another perspective. We LOVED the wedding montage and the honeymoon montage! It was a very touching, meaningful video and we truly thank you for your hard work in putting it all together. You did an excellent job of capturing very special moments, and we are grateful to have the video to look back on in years to come!"

Nicole & Tim Morelli
Delran, NJ

After returning from the honeymoon...

"Mike and I just wanted to thank you for being our wonderful videographer and making the long trip up to Connecticut! Seriously....after meeting you at Danielle's wedding and then seeing the marvelous job you did with their video....I COULD NOT IMAGINE HAVING ANYONE ELSE SHOOT OUR SPECIAL DAY!! You really set the bar for all the videographers out there! Also, you were just so calm, professional, and understanding on our wedding day...despite all the craziness of the morning. We were so lucky to work with such a talented, creative, and fun individual! Thank you, thank you, thank you for everything!"

Upon receiving the DVD...

"Oh my goodness.....the video is absolutely amazing! Seriously, we loved every second of it! You did such an incredible job of capturing our special day! We couldn't have asked for anything more....you went above and beyond any of our expectations. We also loved the honeymoon montage that you put together! You made the pictures tell a beautiful story and let us relive that adventurous time in our life. Thank you, for everything!!"

Shari & Mike Leopardi
Bridgeport, CT

"On behalf of Noel and myself, we just wanted to send you an email to once again thank you for being at Shari's wedding. I know that it really meant a lot to her that you traveled to be there as she couldn't imagine anyone else shooting her wedding video after seeing what you had done with ours. I cannot wait to see what a phenomenal job you will do with hers and we are just so thankful that you were able to be there! I'm just sorry that we didn't get to chat more and catch up. Next time!"

Danielle & Noel Forma
Bridgeport, CT

"I just wanted to tell you that we really love the video!! It is so romantic! I've watched it about 5 times already - I think Neal is starting to get tired of me putting it on every chance I get! :-). Thank you again!"

Beth & Neal Anker
Bala Cynwyd, PA

"Tracey and Sam's wedding dvd is absolutely fabulous!!! You captured every magical moment. Watching it transports us right back to all the happiness and joy of June 3. Thank you for listening to our requests and concerns and ensuring that the high quality product that you delivered met all of our criteria. We look forward to working with you again!"

Debby & Bill Rubinsohn
Elkins Park, PA

"We finally got to see the DVD last night. Excellent job! We are thoroughly delighted that we did this. Please feel free to send us any customers on the fence. We’ll close the deal!"

Jennifer & Brian Conners
Voorhees, NJ

"It has taken some time for me to get this note of appreciation to you because of the emotional journey the past year and a half has been. First of all, the wedding video was AMAZING! You truly captured everything on video (which we still cannot figure out how you did it as a one man show) and created this beautiful dvd that will without a doubt become an heirloom that we treasure as much as our weddng album. Your professionalism regarding the entire event was much appreciated due to our situation concerning my father's ailing health. We met with you and booked the event with less than three months, and yet you talked us through everything and guided us without trying to only make a buck off of us. Your care and concern regarding our situation was obvious, and you will never know how much it put me at ease to know I had someone as compassionate as you covering my wedding day. You made sure you expedited the final dvd so that my dad would be able to see it, which was so incredibly thoughtful.

When we thought you couldn't out-do yourself, you created the masterpiece video-montage for my father for us to present to him as a gift. What a gift it was! It takes a lot to bring that man to tears, and you had him (and the rest of the family) sobbing! It was perfect, and there aren't enough words of praise that I could ever say to you that could convey how grateful I am for the gift you have given us. I know have something to play for my children so that they will know their pop-pop in some sense, which I feared I would never be able to do with justice. You truly are a professional in every sense of the word; However, you are also a kind, caring man who obviously loves his career. Thank you Matt, from the bottom of my heart for capturing my wedding day, creating a timeless dvd, and giving my father and my family a gift that only YOU could have created. Best regards to you & Jane!"

Nicole & John Lackey
Levittown, PA

goofynes@comcast.net

 

"Where to begin...I guess back in 1997, when we first met you at my brother Scott's wedding. What a wonderful job you did on the video to capture every moment perfectly. I don't know how they found you, all I know is it was a blessing they did. 7 years later, you would be filming our day, and what a day it was!

When we began planning our wedding the one person I was sure I wanted to be a part of our day was you. I knew I didn't have to worry about anything as the experience at my brother's wedding was so wonderful. You not only captured all the things I wanted you to, but also things I didn't even know had been going on! We hardly knew you were there, except that your charming personality couldn't go unnoticed. You are very talented and compassionate and it shows through your work. The piece of advice you had given me when you first arrived was to make sure I looked around and really took the day in and that was the best advice I could have received. The best part about your work is that we can relive those moments again and again, and the way you captured it; I feel as if I am in that very moment each and every time we watch it. We watch the video so much more often then we ever thought we would. I am a picture person, but the video truly tells our tale to those who were unable to be there. That makes our video priceless.

Our sincere thanks and much appreciation for putting your heart and soul into our memories, you have really outdone yourself and we couldn't be happier! Please let anyone interested in your work know that they can contact us anytime to talk about how great you and your work really are!! Best of everything to you and Jane!"

Lori & Jeremy Ricci
Doylestown , PA

lori@alliedhomebuyers.com

"I just can't let the day go by without telling you how wonderful i think the video turned out, you really did a wonderful job, and it was incredible for me to share this with my family that had to miss the wedding. I'd recommend you anytime!"

Konnie Stark
Abington, PA

"Everything was fabulous! We have watched the video many times – and Shayna has watched it even more times than the rest of us. I am so glad that we have this memory to hold on to. Thank you for the terrific job!"

Shayna, Mina & Peter Fader
Bryn Mawr, PA

"I had to watch the video about 78 trillion times this weekend due to all the company we had that wanted to see it. It is so incredible. I love it! You are absolutely amazing at what you do. Everyone is thrilled with it!"

Shauna & Allen Shubert
Easton , PA

"We just wanted to let you know we watched the video at least four times and love it! We cried again and we definitely laughed a lot. It was clear to us that everyone had a great time. I know we picked the songs, but i loved which ones you picked to go where. Thanks for doing a great job!"

Cathy & Dan Reynolds
Pittsburgh , PA

"We received the video today and viewed it this evening. We loved it! You did a beautiful job!"

Staci & Antonio Grande
Douglassville , PA

"FABULOUS, FABULOUS, FABULOUS!!"

Karin Kasdin
Newtown, PA

"Thank you so much for our wedding video. We absolutely love it! We love how you really captured the mood of the entire day. It was so great working with you. We felt like you were part of the family!"

Leslie & David Block
Philadelphia , PA

"We received our video last night....it is soooo beautiful!!! We just love it and spent the evening watching it over, and over again!!!!!! Thank you for capturing all the memories of our wedding day in such a special way!!!!!"

Anita & Mark Klein
Evansville, IN

"I just wanted to tell you how much we absolutely loved the wedding video. You are truly an exceptionally talented videographer, and extremely nice as well. You should be really proud of your work because it is clear how much time and effort, creativity and fluidity you put into producing the finished product. If you ever need a reference for future couples who are interested in hiring you, please feel free to have them contact Luis or myself. Thanks again for your fantastic work!"

Jennifer Araten-Castillo
NY, NY

jenaraten@att.net

"I just wanted to echo my wife's sentiments and let you know that I thought our wedding video came out amazing. The emotion that you captured was absolutely overwhelming. You got some incredible shots and edited something that was so tasteful and truly artistic. Thank you so, so much for doing such an incredible job."

Luis Araten-Castillo
NY, NY

luiscastillo.usa@gmail.com

"Casey and I want to let you know what a fabulous job you did with our wedding video. You are so good at what you do! You captured every important moment in such a creative and professional way. Watching the video is like reliving the day all over again, but even better because we get to see all that we missed. Friends and family are absolutely amazed when watching it. Our wedding video is a treasure we will have forever and we thank you so much for it! We will continue to recommend you to everyone we know! Thanks again!"

Danielle & Casey O'Hara
Avalon , NJ

"I am still speechless. I thought that nothing could ever top our
wedding video that you made for us because not only did it look like a movie, you captured all the love that Andrew and I feel for each other and the excitement in both of us, our families and friends. It wasn't until my 30th surprise party....when your official
masterpiece was shown. The montage you made for me (with the help of my husband) literally is talked about daily. The party was a blast, but the montage literally stole the show. Every single person has said that it was the "best video they have ever seen" and it is still talked about. It was so detailed to every song, picture, and video that once again...everyone was blown away by your work. My friends are still talking about the famous "montage" and come over just to watch it...again. You have such a rare and incredible talent that I feel so lucky to have had you capture some of the biggest moments in my life and I hope that this is only the beginning.

If I could find the right words to thank you, I would."

Jami Morgenstern
Phildaelphia, PA

"I wanted to send you a special email to thank you and tell you what an incredible job you did on Jami's 30th Birthday Video Montage. I spent a lot of time planning a truly special "surprise party" for Jami. Your video literally stole the show and made the night perfect. I can't even begin to tell you in words how amazing the video was and what an incredible job you did capturing Jami's life. Her lifelong friends and family were at the party and at the end of the video, EVERYONE was crying and literally speechless. The party was almost 2 months ago and this video is still talked about daily. I am not exaggerating when I tell you that Jami and I have watched the video at least 30 times. We are addicted and can't stop watching it.

I really wanted to send this email to tell you that you made Jami's 30th birthday incredibly special. We will treasure the video forever and can't wait to have you do another big project for our family. Thanks again!!!!!!!"

Andrew Morgenstern
Philadelphia, PA

"We watched our video this weekend and it was even more beautiful than we could have hoped for. There are no words ... you did such a phenomenal job, I've never seen a video shot with such magnificent production and breathtakingly vibrant images. The technology you incorporate is incredible - so many special touches. It truly made us so happy! Thank you for a perfect recap of a perfect day."

Raina & Matt Gorman
Philadelphia, PA

"We received the video on Wednesday and we viewed it last night.......AWESOME!!!!!!! You did a beautiful job! We are so appreciative of all the hard work you put into it. We absolutely LOVE our video and cherish the fact that we can relive our day through such a well put together and artistic piece. Thank you Matt - you are the best at what you do!"

Kilsys Payamps-Roure & Jon Roure
New York, NY

"Thank you so much for the amazing work you had done on Madeline’s video montage. You truly captured all of our special moments in such a warm, memorable and priceless way. Seeing the final product with the music we had chosen brought tears to our eyes and reminded us of all of the great memories we have spent with our precious little girl over the past 5 years. I know we’ll enjoy watching it in the years to come!"

Jill & David Worth
Sterling , VA

"In the weeks and months leading up to my wedding day, it seemed that everyone I met had an opinion. “Nobody likes lamb.” “I hope you serve lamb!” “That color flatters no one.” “You seated me with HER?” “Too many bridesmaids.” “Too few bridesmaids.” But no matter their opinions on menus or color schemes, everyone seemed to agree on one piece of advice: they all said that the day would go by in a flash, gone before I knew it, and that I’d be left with nothing but happy memories.
And Matt, I was SO sure that they were wrong. After all, hadn’t I spent the better part of a year planning every detail of the big day? Didn’t I have the seating chart memorized, and a wedding binder that would put Martha Stewart to shame? There was no way that any of it would slip by unnoticed—I would be different than all the other brides who had tried to advise me. I wouldn’t forget a minute of it.
Wrong, wrong, wrong. At the end of the day, here’s what I remembered clearly: waking up, eating breakfast, and saying goodbye to my guests at midnight. Everything else was a blur. A happy blur, to be sure, but really nothing more than a bunch of smiling faces and a few tears. And, had I never met you, that would be the extent of it. I would forever remember our wedding day as one of the happiest days of my life, with no details to flesh out the story in my mind.
For that reason, I can honestly say that your video is the best gift that I have received as a new bride. Here are the gifts that you gave me: the look on Rob’s face as my parents and I walked down the aisle. My dad’s quickly-dried tear during our father-daughter dance. The groomsmen lounging in their t-shirts 10 minutes before photos were supposed to be taken. My ringbearer holding the ring pillow upside down as he ran down the aisle. My grandmother, so serene, as we said our vows. The toasts. The dances. The laughter. Matt, you gave that all to me, and I don’t know how to begin to thank you.
Your artistry, your patience, your professionalism and your graceful charm are so very much appreciated. I feel so lucky that our paths led us to each other and that you were able to play such an important role in our wedding day. Thank you for holding my flowers, fluffing my dress, (making sure that you took NO fat thigh shots!), smiling so warmly, listening so patiently and working so diligently to make sure that every aspect of our video was perfect. We will cherish it “until death do us part”.

Evie & Rob Marsh
Boston, MA

"It’s hard to believe it’s been two years since that perfect day in October when Ryan and I said “I Do.” Time goes by so quickly. The flowers are gone, the music’s been played, and the vows exchanged, yet I close my eyes and remember as if it were yesterday. I truly feel I have you and our video to thank for that.When Ryan and I chose you to capture our day I felt confident in our decision, but never pictured in my wildest dreams that our video would bring tears to my eyes for years to come. It’s as though you got into our heads for the day and knew what was important to us. This is not a skill someone can learn, but a skill one is born with. Not only did you sense and capture every important moment of our day, but continued with expertise and sensitivity to produce a video that far exceeded our expectations.Our video is a priceless treasure that we will cherish for a lifetime. I ask that you show this letter to anyone contemplating a video for their wedding day. I understand why couples question the necessity of a video, as Ryan and I once did, but it’s a question that will not truly be answered until they are years past the excitement of that wonderful day and they have a video to reflect upon. If I had to choose between pictures and video - it would be video. And, I would choose you over and over again to do it.

Put aside that you’re the best at what you do; your personality, sense of humor and charm make you the kind of person anyone would want to become friends with. How you manage to be this great guy and still remain so professional is beyond me, but keep up the great work! Thank you so much for everything."

Michelle and Ryan Murray Philadelphia, PA

"George and I thank you for your hard work on our wedding video. We were both in tears within seconds. We will cherish this video, you do beautiful work. "

Catherine and George Pratsinakis
Philadelphia, PA

"We watched the DVD last night and it was truly amazing. You did such a fantastic job both shooting the day and with the editing. We are beyond thrilled with what you did. We cannot tell you how much it means to us to have such an unbelievable testament to our wedding. Thank you for all your hard work and insight. It was like living it all over again!"

Kate and Jeff Whyte
New York, NY

"Katie and I both wanted to thank you for the remarkable job you did putting together our wedding video. The night it arrived we figured we'd just watch a few minutes and then view the rest that weekend. Instead we found we couldn't tear ourselves away from the screen, so we both went into work the next day, very tired bu very happy. The video truly caught the spirit of the day, and having shared the highlight tape with friends and co-workers, I can tell you people thought it was hands-down the best wedding video they'd ever seen. In fact, one went so far as to suggest you send the tape to Don Henley for use as a video for the song! Bottom line - we are extremely pleased with your work, and your efforts on our behalf, and hope you'll feel free to use us a reference for anyone considering the use of Apogee in the future. Thanks again!! All our best."

Katie and Howard Simon
Port Washington, NY

"We wanted to express our appreciation and gratitude to you for our fabulous videography. We can't say enough about how wonderful it is! The Highlights both 10 minute and 30 minute, as well as the full length, are amazing. We've been watching them over and over. The fact that you had it ready in less than a week and had it to us for our second reception is an added plus to your ability as a professional and as a super nice person. We are really "over the moon" with the results. We especially liked the credits. How creative of you!

We are really glad that we decided to do the video. Still pictures are wonderful; but a video is priceless. It really is priceless. Thank you for all of your hard work and your commitment to excellence. Keep in touch. If you come to Florida, give us a call. Also, if we can ever do anything to help you, please let us know."

Ann Marie and Martin Sears
West Palm Beach, FL

"You are really a very gifted artist! You managed to capture the essence of Amanda and Ted's love for one another. We will cherish the beautiful video you produced. My husband and I wish to thank you from the bottom of our hearts."

Carol and Wayne Smith
Holmdel, NJ

"I've left a message on your voice mail, but I wanted to write and thank you, not only for bringing the video to us in time for Christmas Eve when Lisa and Dan were home with us, but also for creating such an extraordinarily beautiful memory of their wedding. Thanks to you, we were able to view it together Christmas Eve, and the video was extraordinary. You presentation and artistry were awesome, and your product is clearly "not a routine wedding video". Lisa and Dan left for Boston early Christmas Day, so that they could be with his family, and we were extemely happy that they might take your video with them to Boston so that that side of the family might share the memory. They since have gone back to California, and the video went with them. Thanks again for going out of your way to make sure we received the video in time to present it to Lisa and Dan on Christmas Eve. You made us all very, very happy!"

Dr. Edwin Wilson
Cherry Hill, NJ
“As you know, we were hesitant to hire a videographer. It was so important to us to enjoy every moment of our wedding without feeling like we were on camera or being directed to capture the ‘perfect’ shots. Many guests mentioned that they didn’t even remember that there was a videographer present. Somehow you managed to blend into the party while capturing some very amazing and intimate memories. Your proactive style, high client service and flexibility are to be commended. More than just your professionalism, the final product was amazing! You seemed to be everywhere, capturing intimate moments between us when we didn’t even realize you were there. You also seemed to make a point of capturing as many different guests as possible, many of whom we had no photos. Our memories are not only of such a beautiful day, but also of what a pleasure you were to work with and meet. We wish you much continued success and happiness.”
Laurie and Jim Bowbliss
New Hope, PA
“We would like to thank you for working so hard to make our day perfect. Often times when interacting with a service provider for a special occasion, the best you can hope for is a hassle-free experience, or someone who won’t be an intrusion. But working with you was actually a joy - your diligence, friendliness and efficiency were a welcome and calming presence on an otherwise nervous day! Please include us as a reference, we’d be happy to recommend Apogee.”
Jackie and Steve Schurr
Feasterville, PA
“The video is just beautiful. We especially love the montages, they really tell the story of the day. The images and music work so perfectly! It also meant a lot to us that you were so unobtrusive, we didn’t even know you were there! Thanks again for an amazing memory we will treasure forever!”
Beth and Bill Niebuhr
Rutherford, NJ
“Words cannot express the delight we felt as we watched the video you made of our wedding day! To say we were delighted is an understatement. You creatively and thoughtfully captured every important moment of our special day. What a wonderful way to remember each emotion we felt on the happiest day of our lives! We are anxious to recommend you to all of our friends so that they can have a wonderful video as well! We sincerely appreciate all your effort!”
Krista and Joe Szark
Livingston, NJ
“Manny and I want to send a special ‘thank you” for the fantastic job you did with our wedding video. We have received so many compliments and are very happy with your artistic and creative ways.”
Stacey and Manny Metsikas
Southampton, PA
”Just a note to thank you for the memories you captured for us at our daughter’s wedding. The evening went by so quickly, and you were so unobtrusive, that we didn’t realize how much you recorded! We have loved watching every moment over and over again. The quality of the video is clear and vivid, and you seemed to be there at every important moment. But what we were most thrilled with was the artistry with which you wove it all together. What we most appreciated was the way in which you “read” Elyse and Mike so well, and understood the kind of presentation they wanted. We all enjoyed working with you, and will be most happy to recommend you to anyone in the future!”
Lana and Bernie Dishler
Elkins Park, PA
“It’s hard to believe that we almost did not have a videographer at our wedding. After our initial meeting, we felt like you were someone with whom we would be friends. You gave us the comfort level to share with you our “video expectations,” and the expertise to make it so much more than we could have imagined. You completely understood what we were looking for, and totally went above and beyond our highest expectations. I can honestly say that if I were to do the video myself, I wouldn’t change a single thing.”
Denise and Dave Rotell
Andalusia PA
“Your job is the MOST important of all, and is the most cherished. You are the one who pieces the whole wedding together, highlighting the special moments and creating a story book out of it. You do not know the joy, excitement, happiness and warmth that overcame us as we watched the video for the first time. Thank you also for allowing us to make suggestions and really put ourselves into our video. We really have enjoyed getting to know you, and could not have asked for a nicer person, or a better, more professional videographer! You did a magnificent job, for which we are forever grateful.”
Milt and Lyn Spivack
Manayunk, PA
”We want to thank you for producing the best expression of our relationship we could imagine - our Romance Storybook Video. You put together such a “masterpiece” and captured so many amazing expressions and moments that have reflected the love we have for each other. Watching the video reinforces the fun we have together, the love we share, and the beautiful feelings we share – knowing we are soul mates. It’s amazing to see ourselves in ways we had never known, and your talent and excitement to make such a special work of art truly meant the world to us. Our video will be treasured forever. You have given us a memory that will last many lifetimes!”

Jodi and Shane Hallen
Blue Bell, PA

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"The video you produced for us is magnificent! We have such fun watching it. The moments you captured are priceless...and the way you composed them is just stunning. I know it will be so special for our children and grandchildren to watch them too. Thank you for capturing our day in such a magical light!"
Jill and Tommy Vizza
Philadelphia , PA
"We can't thank you enough for creating the memories that will last a lifetime for Kevin and me. Our wedding video was simply...amazing! You truly captured the wonderful moments of our special day. As we watched the video for the first time with tears streaming down our faces, we were in awe of the moments you were able to catch throughout our day. It was so great to see all of our family and friends enjoying the day as much as Kevin and I. You were able to portray our day with eloquence. Thank you again for all that you did to make our day so special. We will cherish our video always!"
Megan and Kevin McPeek
New Hopel, PA
"Thank you so much for our BEAUTIFUL video of our wedding day. We LOVE it!! It's exactly what we hoped for. Your incredible skill at editing, taste in music and respect for our requests made working with you a great experience. Be prepared to get lots & lots of recommendations from us! Thank you again for EVERYTHING!"
Kathy & Warren Zager
Philadelphia, PA
"I just wanted to let you know that the first time Marc and I pressed play on our wedding video, we stood there in shock. It was like nothing we could ever have imagined!! We had a house full of people and we were ALL crying. It was a WORK OF ART to say the least. The detail and design of the video was just amazing. So many people have borrowed our wedding video because they were told that it was like nothing they had ever seen. I just want to thank you so much for capturing EVERY SINGLE moment in such a way that it brought us right back to that special day. We would recommend Apogee Video to anyone. Actually, once our friends and family had seen the video, your work spoke for itself!! Marc and I thank you so much, and we could not behappier with the finished product!"
Jackie and Marc Curnal
Lawrenceville, NJ
"I was very glad that you were able to videotape our annual Prom again. Matthew, words can not describe my sincerest thanks for providing the videtaping for the campers and staff. Without you, our Prom would not be as special as you have made it. As you are aware, Variety Club Camp is a non-profit organization. All of our entartainers come to camp at no cost to Variety Club. Your dedication in continuing to come to assist me in providing the campers with a special prom is very much appreciated. You have taken time from your busy schedule to come to our camp, and every time you provide us with memories we can keep. Once again, I'd like to send you my sincerest thanks on behalf of Variety Club's campers and staff for the videotaping of our Prom."

Kathryn Bosman - Variety Club
Worcester, PA

 

"The video of our wedding is SUPERB! You delivered an enjoyable and well-edited snapshot of our wedding experience. You have a unique, modern style which worked well at our affair. We were especially pleased with your cordiality and pleasant demeanor. As for the finished product, it is truly a masterpiece. We were delighted with your use of the music we provided. You also have a keen eye for the humor and frivolity which accented the festivities. How does one man capture so much with just one camera? We continue to enjoy viewing our wedding video with famioy and friends, and everyone who has watched the video is very much impressed with your work. We'll be happy to recommend you. Thank you again!"
Marla and Marc Willner
Philadelphia, PA
"Just a note to thank you for your recent services on the production of our "rehab" video. Thank you again for all your efforts, we look forward to working with you on many more projects in the future!"
Craig Fernsler, GRI
Dresher , PA
"Thank you for creating our Expense Management Marketing Video. We appreciated your flexibility in accomodating our hectic production schedule. The commercial you produced for Rosenbluth International creates excitement for our new product in an excellent manner. Originally this commercial was scheduled to be shown on a one-time basis at our annual sales meeting. However, due to the overwhelmingly positive response of the audience and the professional quality of the production, the commercial has really grown in popularity! It's now shown to all associates as well as to potential and existing clients. We appreciate your flexibility, creativity, and responsiveness on this important project! Thank you again."
Melissa Kolakowksi - Rosenbluth Intl.
Philadelphia, PA
"On behalf of ActionAIDS, I would like to offer a huge thank you for your donation of video production services for our annual Volunteer Recognition party. Your support of ActionAIDS contributes to our continued success. Your generosity and support are greatly appreciated!"
Kelly Damon - ActionAIDS
Philadelphia, PA

"I do not write testimonials. I figure 'you pay a good price, you get a good product.' End of story. However, I had to make an exception. We were very reluctant to have a videographer at the wedding. We had been to weddings where the videographer(s) had been intrusive and interrupted the natural flow of events, making for more of a photo op than a celebration in and of itself. We also interviewed several videographers and watched samples of their work, which always seemed 'schmaltzy' and overdone (we couldn't figure out why people would want waves rolling in if they hadn't been married on the beach!). Ultimately we concluded that we'd rather be safe than sorry, and took a chance on hiring a videographer. WOW! Did we ever luck out!

You were so unobtrusive that I only noticed you once during the entire event, and afterwards wondered if you had stayed for the whole affair. When we received the video all of our questions and concerns were answered. It was everything we had hoped for, and so much more. You captured the details and the essence of our celebration beautifully. Everything was there just as it occured - no posing or waves. Watching the video was like re-experiencing the wedding. It was perfectly edited, and the artistic touches enhanced, rather than detracted, from the content. I will recommend your artistry and professionalism to anyone. Thank you! Feel free to use us as references!"

Dr. Harriet Sharlin
Washingtons Crossing, PA
"Dearest Matt. David and I do not know where to begin to thank you. When we think back to our wedding, and the choices we made, we are so pleased that we selected you to be our videographer. As a matter of fact, we couldn't imagine having anyone else. You helped to make our wedding a 'perfect day.' Your presence meant as much to us as our video. You have a way of letting off a 'silent warmth.' People are just happy to have you present, whether they realize you're there or not. Thank you for your calming smiles. As for the video - OH MY GOSH! You recorded those 'special glances' and faces that we didn't even know we made. You caught those loving acts that make our video a 'romance movie.' Our family and friends all wish they could get married again so they could capture their love with a 'Matt Harnick Production.' You are truly gifted. You know we have been in love with your work for a long time. Thank you for exceeding our expectations (not an easy task!) We will forever treasure your being at our wedding, and the incredible video-memory you have made for us."

Hallee and David Adelman
Haverford , PA

hzaz@aol.com

"Jeff and I wanted to send you a little note to let you know...we love it! All our friends and family love it! our video is fantastic! You really have quite an eye for detail - you captured so many intimate moments like a hand on the waist, quiet glances, lots of kisses (!) - details that no one else notices even when they're there. You're amazing! And, everyone who's seen our video has said they never even knew you were there. You blended into the crowd and were still able to capture the real atmosphere of the entire day. Not only is your work excellent, but you are a true pleasure to work with. You're very easy-going and professional. We felt very comfortable around you, and were able to be ourselves, all of which came through on the video. Thank you so much for making our perfect day last forever!"
Jeff and Stephanie Catt
Philadelphia, PA
"We just finished watching our wedding video, and we have to tell you - amazing! You captured everything - everything we'd forgotten, missed, or were in too much of a daze to recognize at the time. It truly is spectacular - the perfect way to re-create the day! Thank you again!
Lauren and Neil Berman
New York, NY

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