Once Upon a Time...

Thank you Karl Josef Granados Bacalzo for the opportunity of planning your beautiful daughter's (Sofia's) Disney Princess-themed 7th Birthday party on May 27, 2012 at the McCambridge Park in Burbank, CA! This is our very first Kiddie Party in LA and this event would not have been successful without the help of the following people: Melvin Gilbert, Michael Quintanilla, Eric Golowski, Alexis Solano, Jillian Lester, Pakky Anichakant, Bobby Coquia, Nancy Adams-Friedman, Joel Friedman, Maynard Cabellon and my forever supportive husband, Dennis Solano. 

Thank you so much for making this event a magical celebration!

Click to watch the event highlights:  Princess Sofia's 7th Birthday Party

FUN & LOVE

When we first met Ngay and Frances, we immediately felt that these two are special. They booked our cinematography services for their wedding exactly 10 days before their event which is a little unusual since we always get booked 3-6 months before an event. Luckily, we were still open on Thanksgiving Day since it’s a Holiday and mind you, they booked us for 2 consecutive days since they have 2 celebrations, a Tea Ceremony on Day 1 and a Grand Chinese Reception for 800 people on Day 2… Yes, 800! And this was our biggest headcount yet! Moving on… All they wanted initially was the typical and traditional wedding video like what most of us know… the long, boring, 1 to 2-hour old-school wedding videos that we only watch once, or maybe twice if you own it! lol But when we showed them what they could possibly have, which is a 15 to 20-minute cinematic feature film, they instantly gave us their blessing. As per Ngay, “Ok! Let’s DO IT!” As artists, we value our craft so much that we appreciate it a lot when our clients give us their full trust and confidence when it comes to our work. As a result, we enjoyed every minute working with these wonderful people. They eventually became our friends and food-buddies! =) As a film editor, I personally got soooo inspired watching and editing the footage from their wedding and that’s a BIG plus! Cuz the personality of our clients also reflect on our work. Ngay and Frances are fun, loving couple. And these are the actual traits that reflect on their own wedding film –- FUN & LOVE! Watch their video and see for yourselves! ;-)

 Watch video: http://vimeo.com/35561880

Solano 888 Productions Receives 2011 Los Angeles Award

A letter from the Board of Review of US Commerce Association:


Earlier this year, I sent a notification email to you recognizing that Solano 888 Productions has been selected for the 2011 Los Angeles Award in the Party Planning & Event Consultants category by the US Commerce Association (USCA).

I'm sure that your selection as a 2011 Award Winner is a reflection of the hard work of not only yourself, but of many people that have supported your business and contributed to the subsequent success of your organization. Congratulations on your selection to such an elite group of small businesses.

In recognition of your achievement, a special 2011 Los Angeles Award has been designed for display at your place of business. You may arrange to have your award sent directly to Solano 888 Productions by following the simple steps on the 2011 Los Angeles Award order form attached.

The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Also, a copy of the press release publicizing the selection of Solano 888 Productions is posted on the USCA website. USCA hereby grants Solano 888 Productions a non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, distribute, and display this press release in any media formats and through any media channels.

In order to provide you with the best possible service, you have been assigned an award code that can be used on our website for quick access to your award information and press release. If you have any questions or comments, please include this code with your correspondence.

Questions? Please call us at: 646-355-0637 and select option 1.





Sincerely,

Kelly McCartney
Board of Review
US Commerce Association

Sharon + Nick : 1st Anniversary Surprise

One of our favorite brides, Mrs. Sharon Robles, sent us her raw footage from her wedding last year (11.27.10)... As a surprise for her husband, she asked us to create a Cinematic Highlight for their 1st Anniversary today (11.27.11) So here you go... Fresh from Adobe Premiere... Enjoy watching! =)

 "CLICK TO WATCH VIDEO"

Our 1st "Same-Day-Edit"

WATCH THE VIDEO:

Phuong + Mathew Firme's Wedding Video [SDE]

Proud to present our very 1st "Same-Day-Edit" Filipino-Vietnamese wedding video held on November 12, 2011 in San Diego, CA.

20% OFF for All Brides!!!

 

For a limited time only, we are offering 

20% OFF ALL EVENT COORDINATION & WEDDING VIDEO SERVICES

Call us now and help us plan your BIG day! 

Toll Free: 1-888-797-9998

www.solano888productions.com

 

Mention Code: 20% OFF
Promo Expires: 11 / 08 / 11

Solano 888 Wedding Planner iPhone/ iPad App celebrates 1st Anniversary

October 8^th, 2011 marks the one-year anniversary of Solano’s wedding planner iPhone/ iPad app, a booking and promotional app offered in Apple’s iTunes store and compatible on Apple devices like the iPad 2, iPhone 3G, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4 and soon to be on the forthcoming iPhone 4S. 

Solano 888 Productions is headed by Jonah Solano, a former Marketing Supervisor of Splendido Taal Golf Club in the Philippines. Splendido Taal is a very modern pro-golf facility designed by Greg Norman—an internationally acclaimed, 18-hole-par 74 course.

While there, Solano coordinated over 300 events such as golf tournaments (Senator’s Cup, Samsung Cup, Quarterly Member’s Golf Tournament, and more), BMW & Porsche car shows, bridal fashion shows, product launches, anniversary parties and weddings—just to name a few.  She credits her success at Splendido Taal as motivation for starting her event planning company upon relocation to California.

Since starting her wedding planner business in Los Angeles, Solano has over five years experience locally coordinating events such as weddings, birthdays, anniversary parties, product debuts, Quinceañera, Sweet 16 parties, bar and bat mitzvahs and other similar social events.

For more information, visit Solano 888 Productions at:

http://www.solano888productions.com/

You can also contact Solano 888 Productions for more information at: http://www.solano888productions.com/contact-us

More information regarding the Solano 888 Productions wedding planner iPhone app can be found at: http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/solano-888-productions/id386160241?mt=8

Sephy's Quinceañera

Quinceañera, in some Latin American countries, is a coming of age ceremony held on a girl's 15th birthday, comparable to a Sweet 16 celebration. Persepheny Munguia's Quince Party is simply Solano 888 Productions' next event on the 19th of June at San Fernando Valley, CA. Expected number of guests: 200.

Let me give you a brief run on our program. First, a priest will be performing a Quinceañera ceremony a.k.a. "Mass of Thanksgiving" before the reception starts. Sephy's baptismal godparents will oversee the spiritual celebration, and her friends and relatives will attend to see the recognition she will receive as she makes the transition from girl to young lady in everyone's eyes.


With all the planning and event requirements, I would say that a Quinceañera is comparable in scope and grandeur to weddings, and the party atmosphere that follows the somewhat more subdued religious atmosphere. There is a significant dress, just as with a wedding, literally like a bride's wedding gown. Sephy's mom, Reada, being the most fabulous and supportive mom, even booked a Hummer limo for the Quince's grand entrance, like her own bridal car. Now, how fabulous is that??!

Flowers and decorations will match the 80's light turquoise and deep purple color scheme. There will also be a live band and DJ for the evening to create an energetic and fun atmosphere. Light production experts are also hired to set the perfect mood.

Here's a short list of the traditions and symbols that will be observed at the event:

Tiara
A tiara denotes a “princess” before God, a triumph over childhood, and the ability to face all challenges ahead. The mass will include a coronation ceremony, in which Reada, as the mom, will crown Sephy a beautiful tiara.

Bracelet or Ring
This represents the circle of life and the Quince’s future contributions to society. Sephy will be wearing both.

Cross or Medallion
This signifies the Quince’s faith in God and herself. A cross will be presented during the ceremony.

Bible and Prayer Book
These help encourage the Quince’s continuous religious growth. A bible will be used at the ceremony.

Rosary
This symbolizes the Quince’s love and devotion to the Virgin Mary. A rosary will be tied together with Sephy's bouquet.

Flowers/Bouquet of Roses
Flowers are a symbol of youth; Sephy will be carrying a bouquet of roses which she'll leave at the altar to honor the Virgin Mary.

High Heels
High heels mark the transition from girl to young woman. At the reception, right after Sephy's Court's traditional waltz, her father will change her shoes from flats to heels.

Last Doll
The last doll symbolizes the leaving of childhood. In my research, some Quinces carry the doll into the church during the Mass and then exchange it for a bouquet of flowers. But in this case, I suggested to have a doll toss at the end of the reception for the young girls in replica of wedding traditions.

Sephy's Guest Book