You want a wedding video THAT...
Let's be real
you’ll want to watch over and over again
allows you to relive your celebration to the fullest
shows you and your loved ones in the truest form
preserves precious memories to be passed along to your chosen family for generations
has a journalistic, human focused, and nontraditional approach
“Our wedding video isn’t just a simple recap of our weddIng day—it’s a gorgeous film that’s infused with so much of our personalities and our love for each other. Ava and her team managed to capture so many little details and goofy moments, stuff that really speaks to how we are as a couple. Watching it back, you can tell that Ava poured so much heart and soul into our video. My husband and I both were crying happy tears 10 seconds into watching it. It’s a work of art and going to be something we treasure for our entire lives!”
~ Sam & Chris
DecEMBER 2023 Celebration
"Something we treasure for our entire lives!"
Meet Your Pennsylvania Wedding Videographer
hey there, i'm ava rose!
passionate about creating stories that unapologetically radiate your love focused on you, your love, and your favorite people
As a hopeless romantic, documenting love in all its forms with personalized storytelling is in the air I breathe! Your story is more than just one day or milestone, so why should your video stop there?
your celebration
should feel like YOU!
The Importance of Wedding Videography
Maybe you’re thinking “I don’t need video, photos will be enough to relive the day!” Consider this… although photos allow you to freeze memories in time, video allows you to relive the entire moment with sound, motions, and showcase emotions unfolding in real time.
Picture these moments; your grandparent wiping a tear from your eye, your favorite people screaming their lungs out to your favorite song, that moment of walking down the aisle and seeing your future, those energetic blissful moments JUST after the ceremony concludes…
Bottom line is… photo and video are complimentary in preserving important moments you’ll want to look back on when the celebration is over.
these are precious memories you will cherish forever.
Why Retrose COLLECTIVE?
the “rules” for celebrating your love do not exist
video that brings you back to the moment
prompting but never staging meaningful moments
prioritizing comfort and enjoyment > aesthetics
committed to supporting a better world
dr peppers consumed
hours editing love stories
Meme References
Years Spent Storytelling
Wedding Experiences filmed
“If you were thinking about going anywhere else for film….. DONT. Ava is the greatest in the game, on top of just being a wonderful person with an amazing personality, her skills are also unmatched. Shopping for wedding vendors is always hard, but when they make you feel like you’ve known them your entire life it makes the choice easy. She is seamless to work with, helps every step of the way, and supports you in everything whether it deals with her or it doesn’t. Seriously, the most positive, uplifting, beautiful experience on the best day of our lives.”
~ Kelsey & Mackenzie
October 2024 Celebration
"She is seamless to work with"
intersectionality is a blessing.
It is important that you feel affirmed & heard so we can celebrate who you truly are.
Retrose Collective is committed to inclusive, affirming & accepting experiences.
Homophobia, racism, supremacy, ethnocentrism, and other exclusionary hateful bigotry are NOT WELCOME HERE!
Pricing
Transparency is important.
To create personalized experiences for nearly-weds, I customize every package to reflect your personalities, unique vision, and priorities. I want to craft a video that truly feels like YOU and documents what’s important. Below, you can find examples of package pricing for various real events I’ve filmed along with what was included for each one.
which best describes your celebration?
full videos of sangeet and speeches
film encapsulating the entire experience
coverage for three days of events by one videographer
trailer as a glimpse of the celebrations
lifestyle session talking about their love
film encapsulating the entire experience
three days COVERAGE WITH two videographers
these lovers wanted a wedding video to preserve their celebration and share with loved ones unable to make it to the event. their celebration was one representing their “love saga” while weaving in traditions from both their families for a colorful and fun-filled weekend.
when these lovers reached out to me with hopes of preserving their wedding experience in a way that felt authentic to their love story, i was so excited. amongst the beauty in the rain, cherry blossoms, and their loved ones, their wedding weekend was full of so much love, joy, and excitement for their marriage.
Autumn indian wedding weekend in philly
Spring Wedding Weekend in Cape May
full videos of their vows and speeches
film encapsulating their celebration
eight hours of wedding day coverage by one videographer
trailer giving a glimpse of the celebrations
film encapsulating their celebration
full coverage of their wedding day by one videographer
full videos of their speeches and ceremony
trailer giving a glimpse of the celebrations
film encapsulating their celebration
lifestyle session in NYC talking about their love
full coverage of their wedding day by one videographer
Watch Their FIlm
this wedding i filmed before i started my business is one of my favorites to this day because of the way these two are the perfect match. their personalities and sense of humor go together so well and made for a celebration of the ages! i have the pleasure of running into them often and love reminiscing on the day they said “i do”.
two creative architects plan a wedding that brings together three religions, all of their favorite people, and breaks the mold of what weddings are “supposed” to be. Their vision was bright colorful summer camp meets kitchsy whimsical was executed beautifully, making for a wonderful day.
these two best friends turned soulmates brought me to a place that means the world to them and then brought me to the room with all of their closest loved ones and PARTIED HARD! endless references from the office, spongebob, niche tiktok and vine memes are sprinkled throughout their love story.
moody cork factory hotel wedding in lancaster city
spring colorful summer camp wedding in lancaster county
Autumn NYC BFFs to Lovers Wedding in Northern Jersey
my lifestyle story sessions aren’t limited to nearlyweds! just want to honor your relationship? the family you’ve built? celebrating a new home?
whatever the milestone, I’d love to document your story.
As I expand my portfolio to include elopements and micro-events, I’d love to create something meaningful for you regardless of the guest count.
Here is some inspo from styled events I’ve filmed!
“Ava is very experienced and knowledgable in what she does but she does so in a super relaxed, calm, professional way that puts you at ease, especially on a big day such as your wedding.”
~ Ashley & Ian
OCTOBER 2021 Celebration
"Super relaxed, calm, professional"
Once you’ve inquired via my contact form, I will reach out with availability and next steps. You'll have the option to schedule a call to chat about your vision, love story.
Film trailers are sent soon after your event, with all other videos coming your way within a few months after your celebration.
After I know all the details, you’ll receive a proposal with packages reflecting your vision and event. It’ll all be official after a contract and retainer fee.
Use my contact form to get connected and learn more about the Retrose Collective experience. I’ll get back to you with more details ASAP!
Delivery
The moment we've all been waiting for!! By this point, we'll know each other better so you and your loved ones feel more comfortable behind the camera. Be yourself and have fun!
Filming
Planning
Booking
Connect
Let's Get Down to business...
The PRocess
Let's Get Down to business...
The PRocess
Me freaking too y’all, I much prefer being behind the camera rather than in front, trust me on that one. However, I pride myself in creating an atmosphere that facilitates comfort and allows folks to let loose. I won’t just be a fly on the wall lurking in the corner, I’ll be chatting, joking, and dancing with you and your favorite people all day long! No one expects you to be a movie star either, I want you to be yourself, awkwardness and ALL.
If at any point, you need a break from the lens, I’ll usually notice before you tell me and give you a break. Additionally, adding a story session to your package allows you to test-drive being in front of the camera and it’ll feel more familiar when your day rolls around.
All in all, between experience and situational awareness, I’ll do everything in my power to help you feel your best in front of my lens!
"But Ava… we are so awkward in front of the camera. How can we get a video that showcases our personalities but doesn’t feel unnatural? "
“If you're thinking about working with Ava - DO IT. I had never been videographed before, so I was nervous it would feel unnatural the day of the wedding... boy was I wrong. Ava is professional, fun, and your personal hype girl. It never felt like I was being recorded - instead, it felt like I was just hanging out with my husband and a new friend on the best day ever!”
~ Cher & Ryan
JULY 2022 Celebration
"Ava is professional, fun, and your personal hype girl."
When we chit chat, we’ll be able to talk about all of the questions you may have! I’m an open book and it is important to me that you feel informed and empowered in your decisions.
Questions?
“We love the artistic direction that Ava takes to create a memorable love story rather than just capturing wedding moments.”
If you want a personalized film, you’ll need a professional who is not only experienced but is truly invested in your love story. Thinking outside the box will allow you to have a one-of-a-kind film reflecting your deeply personal celebration! Adding a lifestyle session or extra days of coverage to your package are two of the best ways to develop a video that is TRULY YOU!
July 2022 Celebration
~ Stephen & Sheryl
“On the wedding day, they were incredible—fun, energetic, and engaging with everyone. It didn’t feel like a production at all; it felt completely natural and focused on us. They captured every special moment while blending seamlessly into the celebration.”
I describe my approach as comfort centered and documentary candid. To me, these buzzwords mean I will be a relaxing presence engaging with you and your people, but leaving room for genuine moments. It means prompting but never staging connection. I enjoy filming so much, but editing is where the magic truly happens! The in between moments and important audio from a love story is how I craft a meaningful storyline.
September 2024 Celebration
~ Lydia & Ryan
Music is the backbone to every video I create, it not only sets the tone but brings out the emotions of your celebration! I use spotify playlists, your wedding soundtrack, and general genre/artist preferences to select tracks that you’ll love! Although I can’t use copyright music without additional costs, I can find something with similar vibes. I’m always willing to share a curated playlist on my main music licensing platform! If there is a song that holds meaning for your relationship, we may be able to license it for an additional fee on certain music platforms.
To be 100% real with you, as someone who grew up in a household that struggled financially, I was incredibly sticker-shocked walking into the wedding industry. My mindset on money is something I’ve been working on every day, but I never want to be the reason someone is feeling financially stressed. After years of honing my craft and personalizing my experience, my pricing reflects my cost of living and the scope of work I complete for each project. I offer flexible extended payment plans, a retainer fee as low as 25%, and package options to accommodate as many needs as possible. Please reach out regardless of your situation and I will do everything I can to make it happen!
Short answer… anywhere your hearts desire! I’m based in Mount Joy PA, so anywhere outside 30 miles is associated with a mileage fee and necessary accommodations. This is all quoted ahead of time and included in your initial package quote, so there won’t be any surprise fees unless plans change after our initial meeting.
Tying the knot somewhere cool?
Ask me about my dream locations list for some extra goodies when you book my videography for those places!
