Japan had always been a dream for me. In April, 2016, my then boyfriend and now fiancé and I took a 9 day trip that can be defined as one of the best experiences in our lives so far. We spent our first two nights in Tokyo, took the bullet train to Kyoto for the remainder of the trip, and took day trips to Nara and Kanazawa. We were amazed by the pure beauty of this country, the kindness and generosity of the people who live there, and the transcendent food experiences we had. Needless to say, we'll be back soon.
Directed by: Kirsten Saharek
Filmed by: Kirsten Saharek, Daniel Sinner
Edit & Sound design: Kirsten Saharek
Grading: Kirsten Saharek
Thanks to: Delta's amazing flight deal, Kohei Kitaura's skills at % Arabica, Toranomon's Coffee for the Tokyo Fuel, Park Hotel Tokyo & Sakura Gallery the Terrace Kyoto for the accommodations, David Chigusa at JapanVisitor.com for helping us book reservations, Timbuk2 & Langly for the gear bags, Honne for the inspiration, & and Nathan Mattinson Photography for the engagement photos that we now have :)
Filmed with Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 50mm 1.8, Canon 85mm 1.2, Variable ND Filter
Music:
Shibuya
performed by Mura Mesa
I've yet to visit a place in the world more magical than this. % Arabica Kyoto Arashiyama sits on the bank of the Katsura River, surrounded by rolling green hillsides. To one side of it is the Arashiyama Bamboo Forest, and across the river is the Arashiyama Monkey Park. What better way to start a morning of adventuring than to stop by % Arabica for your morning espresso drink? Plus, when Kohei Kitaura is serving you won't be disappointed!
When my fiancé Dan and I came here, we were so thankful that Kohei let us film a behind a scenes video of his process and the cafe. We loved it here and we can't wait to return.
Filmed with Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 85mm 1.2, Variable ND Filter
Music:
Kiara
performed by Bonobo
A day in the lives of Nick & Sallie is almost too good to be true, but it is! These two lovebirds own the cutest home in Ontario, California with their pups Ben & Tuna. Mark Anderson, Patrick Yandoc, and myself, asked them to walk us through a normal day they would spend at home together. We got to walk their dogs with them, watch Sallie sketch some artwork, listen to Nick play piano, and last but not least - film them making fresh squeezed orange juice for everyone from their backyard!
#CoupleGoals
This footage was originally filmed for Payoff marketing material, but I ended up making this version, which is purely about Nick & Sallie! Enjoy.
Filmed by: Kirsten Saharek
Directed by: Mark Anderson, Patrick Yandoc
Edited by: Kirsten Saharek
Filmed with Canon 7D, Canon 85mm 1.2
Music:
Pillow Talk
performed by Wild Child
My long-time friend Kyle Reynolds, who now resides in Nashville Tennessee (livin' the dream) was home in California for a short visit. I was so excited about his recent successes that I wanted to celebrate by making a couple videos for him. Kyle let me film him performing 'Let it Snow' just in time for Christmas. We shot it on my parents rooftop in San Clemente! What a perfect spot for a California Christmas video. Keep an eye out for this one guys, he's going places!
Filmed by: Kirsten Saharek
Edited by: Kirsten Saharek
Audio by: Daniel Sinner
Talent: Kyle Reynolds
Filmed with Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 24-70mm 2.8, Variable ND Filter
Music:
Let it Snow
Performed by Kyle Reynolds
This is a little 15 second instagram clip I created out of a longer video I made. I took a trip to Cabo San Lucas with the Sinner Family and had the time of my life! So much so that Dan & I decided that it is where we want to get married. This video only shows about HALF the things we did while we were there, which includes but is not limited to: scuba diving, a trip to Flora Farms, surfing, and swimming in our own pool at the Villa. Can't wait to get married here guys :)
Filmed by: Kirsten Saharek & Daniel Sinner
Filmed with: GoPro HERO4
Music:
We Belong (Odesza Remix)
performed by Katie Herzig
There are no words to describe HOW beautifully God created the state of Colorado. Dan and I spent a short time visiting for a wedding in Steamboat Springs and enjoyed every bit of sun soaked countryside we could.
Let me just start by saying, as soon as you think you've seen the most beautiful landscape you've ever laid eyes on, keep driving. About every 3 miles on the way to Steamboat, the sights around us seemed to change and evolve into something different and more insanely awesome. I definitely recommend driving to this mountain paradise from Denver, rather than flying directly in to Steamboat
While we were there, we partied at the best mountaintop country chic wedding ever, made friends at a shooting range, got invited to a private ranch with it's own lake & enjoyed beers at a dock party, found our new favorite coffee spot, went to the rodeo, and ate at a steak restaurant that was unreal.
If I could, I'd move here in a heartbeat. Hey how's the wedding videography business out there anyways? ;)
Directed by: Kirsten Saharek
Filmed by: Kirsten Saharek, Daniel Sinner
Grading: Kirsten Saharek
Thanks to: Stetson for the rad hats, Flying Diamond Ranch for having us at your lake party, E3 Chophouse & Chef Chris Lotz for an amazing steak dinner, Silvercar Rentals for getting us through the mountain terrain in our Audi A4,
The Steamboat Grand for a very comfy stay, and last but definitely not least, thank you Tyler & Lindsay Johnson for getting married in this beautiful place and having us as your guests!
Filmed with Canon 5D Mark III, Canon 50mm 1.8, Canon 85mm 1.2, Variable ND Filter
Music:
This Heart I Know
performed by Westward the Tide