Hope Town, Abaco Family Portraits | Children on Vacation

A surprising fact about being a photographer in paradise, is that many of my clients are photographers themselves.  At first I found it odd when photographers began requesting my services. You'd think that someone who knows how to take great photos and owns all of the needed equipment would just do it themselves, right?

It turns out that photographers have a hard time taking portraits of themselves enjoying their vacation with their family. Putting your camera on a tripod with a remote isn't very easy with young children on the beach. Photographers also know the value of getting family portraits done.

Carrie, a photographer from Colorado, was no different. She first got in touch with me before Christmas. Planning to visit The Abacos in The Bahamas in Feburary, she knew that she wanted me to take photos of her and her two little girls. We chose Hopetown, a small village on Elbow Cay, Abaco as our portrait location. It couldn't have been a better choice. The brightly colored houses,  candy striped light house and gorgeous white sandy beach were a perfect back drop for portraits.

It was so much fun to watch the girls explore the beach and play in the water. It was obvious they both loved the ocean! It was also obvious that Carrie enjoyed the freedom of being on the other side of the lens for once.

Carrie also wrote a blog post on her vacation adventures to The Bahamas if you wanted to check it out.

For more information on booking a photo session with me please check out my website: FrangipaniPhotography.com

Nassau, Bahamas Videographer - Aerial Video & Extreme Sports - Driven by Wind

Despite what many people think, living on a tropical island can become routine, just like living anywhere else in the world.  Although you can be surrounded by gorgeous caribbean waters, life happens, and you never seem to have enough time to enjoy where you live.  To ensure this didn't happen to me, last year I made a promise to dedicate more time to my passions, wind sports and filmmaking. These pursuits were the driving force behind the creation of the short video below. I wanted to capture some of the natural beauty The Bahamas has to offer from a slightly different perspective...the air... and being powered by it. Enjoy.
-Brett Davis, videographer at Frangipani Photography & Film



Driven by Wind from Frangipani Film on Vimeo.

Scenic shots in and around the island of New Providence in Nassau, The Bahamas.
Just a small taste of what life is like for wind junkies living on a tropical island.
Soundtrack C2C - The Cell
All footage was filmed and Edited by Brett Davis at FrangipaniPhotography.com

This video is a compilation of my kitesurfing clips from last year along with aerial helicopter footage of several Nassau landmarks.

Nassau, Bahamas Family Photographer - Atlantis Beach, Kids Photos

Paradise Island is home to several miles of beautiful beach. It's no wonder it makes an ideal spot to take family portraits while on vacation. 

This family contacted me to do pictures for them while staying at Atlantis. The little girls enjoyed exploring the beach and I loved documenting them enjoying life together. We had a lot of fun with the Santa hats they brought which looked great with the native hibiscus shrubs. 

For more information please check out my website: FrangipaniPhotography.com

Eleuthera Videographer - Ride for Hope Bahamas 2013

If you're at all familiar with us at Frangipani Photography & Film you know that we love supporting worthwhile causes. Although we are not always able to spend as much time helping out as we would like, Brett was able to spend a weekend in October with Ride for Hope Bahamas. Ride for Hope is a a local charity that 'raises hope and resources to fight cancer'  Cyclists are sponsored for the event and for every mile they raise money comes in to help in the fight to treat & cure cancer. Some of the more determined riders ever peddle a grueling 100 miles.

If you're a cyclist or bike rider at any level we can think of no better way to spend a Saturday in October than the Ride for Hope in Eleuthera Bahamas.


Ride for Hope - 2013 - Bahamas from Frangipani Film on Vimeo.

Video description:
In it's 8th year, the annual Ride for Hope charity bike ride in Eleuthera, Bahamas was as successful as ever.
Strong wind and rains leading up to the big day threatened to put a damper on this year's event. Fortunately, the riders, volunteers and sponsors were not detered. Everyone remained in high spirits despite the weather and awoke to a beautiful sunshiny morning on Saturday, October 26th 2013.
Participants enjoyed riding up to 100 miles over all the lovely terrain the island of Eleuthera has to offer. From sleepy little fishing settlements to scenic hill top vistas & long stretches of beach, Eleuthera has it all.
Volunteers turned out in record numbers to offer enthusiastic support and encouragement for all the riders.
With each mile pedaled, dollars come in and every single one of those dollars is donated to cancer caring centers and cancer treatment programs.

Learn how you can get involved at RideForHopeBahamas.com
Check out some of the sponsors: RideForHopeBahamas.com/Sponsors.php

Soundtrack: Sunshine by Matisyahu from the Album Spark Seeker

Special Thanks to the Thompsons of Palmetto Point for helping make this video Possible.

Filmed and Edited by Brett Davis at FrangipaniPhotography.com

Nassau, Bahamas - Aerial Images & Video on a Budget

As anyone who own's a smartphone knows, technology is changing at an alarming rate. Gadgets are getting smaller and smarter than ever before. Digital cameras are no different. Almost every week it seems Canon and GoPro are releasing a new smaller lighter camera than the week before.

Most people, become frustrated from constantly having your new computer become obsolete the moment you get it home. Frangipani Photography & Film, however, thrives in this ever evolving environment.

New technology has allowed us to get creative and interesting footage in places previously thought impossible. From mounting a camera to Brett's helmet as he kitesurfs to strapping one to the barrel of a paintball gun.

The past year has seen sky high advancement in video tech and Frangipani Film has been keeping in step.  Brett spent 4 months of his summer building & training with Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (a.k.a. UAV, Drone, or Quadcopter). This has made it simple to film what was previously only possible with a big hollywood budget and large helicopter films crews.  The impossible is now possible, and surprisingly affordable.  Take a look at the video below then call us today.


A Bird's Eye View - Aerial Cinematography from Frangipani Film Bahamas.

Footage captured in and around the many lakes of Minnesota. Great for commercials, documentary work or real estate.

Eden Praire, Minnesota Wedding Video - Babatunde & Katie's Film

This couple was so much fun. The entire wedding day was filled with jokes and lots of laughter.  It was obvious that they were in love by how comfortable they were with each other. In fact both of their families already clicked so well at the wedding, I am sure they are going to be great in-laws.

Everybody seemed to have the perfect thing to say to the newlyweds all day. From their charismatic pastor delivering a one of a kind sermon, tailor made for this great couple, to the hilarious toasts given by the father of the bride and best man.  The whole day was filled with laughs and heartfelt words. So many great things were said I had a hard time cutting any out for the video.

Not only did the Tim & Katie know how to laugh but they knew how to party. They ended out the evening with a celebration at the Garden Room in Eden Praire that included a lot of lively dancing.

My words don't do this couple and their big day justice, so without further adieu please enjoy this highlight film of their wedding:

Tim & Katie Wedding Video from Frangipani Film Bahamas on Vimeo.

Date: Aug 10th 2013
Cermony: Praire Lutheran Church
Reception: Garden Room at Eden Praire Center
Photographers: Minnesota Onsite Photography
DJ: iDJMN
Soundtrack:
Hundred More Years - Francesca Battistelli
Everything - Michael Buble
Let's Get it Started - Black Eyed Peas

Foley, Minnesota Wedding Video - Matt & Kristy's Film

Although I was only with Matt & Kristy for a short time, it was still easy for me to see how much they were in love.  They are such a great match for each other. The couple was married in a quaint little church in the middle of farm country Minnesota.  Kristy did a great job of decorating the church, mostly by herself with a little help from Matt. From the intricate family portraits woven into the flower arrangements to the big crowd of family and friends, it was obvious how much love these two have for family and each other.  I had so much fun filming these two on their special day.
Despite not being a 'shotgun wedding' quite a few firearms did show up at the wedding.  You'll have to watch their video below to see what I am talking about. Enjoy.


Matt & Kristy Wedding Video from Frangipani Film Bahamas on Vimeo.

Date: August 3rd 2013 Outside Minneapolis / St. Paul Minnesota
Ceremony: Estes Brook Evangelical Free Church
Reception: Northern Lights Ballroom
Filmed and edited by Brett Davis