Should I add video through my photographer?

It seems more and more couples are looking to bundle photo and video and it totally makes sense! I myself offer a collab package with Kristy Velesko Photography. There are a ton of benefits to having a cohesive team capturing your day. When choosing a team that does both however, you’ll want to make super sure that you’re getting someone who knows what they are doing. Is the videographer you’re getting through your photography company going to be as good as a separate vendor? It depends!


Questions to Ask About Wedding Videography Offered by Your Photographer


1) How long has the videographer been shooting weddings?

While many photography companies do have an experienced videographer on their team, there are also A LOT of photographers who are just beginning to offer videography services or are in the process of training someone to do it. There’s also a huge difference between a commercial videographer and an experienced wedding filmmaker.

2) Does this videographer offer audio?

Audio is a crucial part of telling the story of your day. While everyone has a different creative approach, if the videography services offered do not include professional audio, it’s possible that the videographer you’re contracting with is not an experienced professional. While we all package things differently, knowing whether your videographer has the equipment and expertise to capture audio is a good way to tell whether you’re working with a seasoned professional.

3) Who will be my videographer and how many shooters will there be?

This is huge one. I’m going to let you in on a dirty secret in the wedding film world—there are some companies who will hire an Associate Shooter for your day straight from facebook with very little vetting. Specifically asking for the name of the lead videographer early on will help you determine whether you’re going to be working with someone the company can vouch for.

Additionally, it’s important to ask how many shooters will be at your day. Not only does this help with getting an accurate head count for your planner or venue, but it shows the scale of the business you’re working with. An industry pro will be able to tell you how many shooters they offer and why they choose to work with the crew size they do. There are lots of amazing videographers who prefer to shoot solo, but they should be able to explain why and how they do. You’ll also want to note that crew size can impact style. If you’re wanting 3 camera angles of the ceremony, for instance, that can be tricky to accomplish as a solo shooter.

Videographer Word of the Day—Associate Shooter : an associate shooter is someone who is contracted by another company to act as the lead or main videographer at the event.

4) How many cameras will the videographer be using?

There are a few things you can discover by asking this question. One is whether the filmmaker has invested in the industry. Someone who has been around a while will typically have at least 2 cameras to work with. While it’s possible to shoot a great video with only one camera, it definitely lends itself to Highlight only coverage. Plus, if someone stands up in the middle of shot there’s no way to get that moment back!

5) Are there options for more coverage?

This is a great way to tell if you’re getting a professional wedding film or a moving photo montage. If you’re photography company offers videography with only limited coverage, there’s a big possibility that’s because they aren’t able to capture professional audio, work with multiple cameras, or fully cover your day in the way that an experienced professional filmmaker would.

6) Who is editing my video?

Here’s another industry secret. Sometimes videographers outsource their edits. Everyone approaches this differently and it isn’t always a bad thing, but if you’ve got an inexperienced videographer sending footage to someone over seas to edit you might not get the video you hoped for. Large companies who hire associates also often split the shooting and the editing.

There are lots of ways to get to a great wedding film. For me being both the shooter and the editor allows me to bear artistic witness to my couples day and then craft a film based on what I saw and felt. If that level of connection is important to you you’ll definitely want to make sure and ask this question.

7) How will the music for my video be chosen?

Ethical videographers used licensed music. A sure way to tell that the videographer you’re working with is sketchy or a newbie is if they’re pirating music from Youtube to use in your film. While there are some ways to license some popular songs, if all the samples you’re seeing are to Bruno Mars songs it’s likely they’re not sourcing their music legally.

Many videographers retain the right to choose the music for the film without input from the client. The music is integral to the creation of a moving film so you definitely want to trust your videographer’s method. Personally, I send couples a list of songs that would work well with their music, should they want to have more say in that.

8) Can I see links to work samples by this specifc videographer?

This is an important way to gauge whether the company you’re working with is hiring a third party contractor from facebook. If they don’t have work samples available from the videographer they’ve named (at the very least a link to their online portfolio or Youtube channel)…they don’t have a close working relationship with them.

9) Can I meet with my videographer before my big day?

Meeting with couples is an important part of the process when you’re creating a high quality wedding film. If you’re asking to meet with the videographer and the company you’re dealing with is hedging a bit, that’s a red flag. Either they don’t have someone contracted for your day yet or the associate shooter they’ve hired isn’t getting paid enough. Your videographer should want to meet with you. If they don’t it’s likely they’re getting paid a very small portion of the total you’re paying for your package. The reality is that an associate who is not being paid well will not be as invested in your day as someone who is either being generously compensated or will be editing the film themselves.

10) How will my wedding video be delivered?

There are lots of ways to approach wedding video delivery but you’ll want to make sure of a few things:

First that you will be able to download a digital file to your computer or device. You don’t want to be stuck with just a link—should your videographer go out of business, it’s possible future access could be blocked. Ideally your videographer will deliver your downloadable files via an beautiful online gallery like the one below.

Click to View Heather and Shawn’s Online Gallery

Secondly, you’ll want to ask whether the videographer offers any form of physical media. Many filmmakers provide a flash drive or a video album. Folks who’ve been in the industry for a while may even be able to offer BluRay or DVD discs!

How to Look GOOD in Your Wedding Video

If I had a nickle for every time I’ve heard “you can photoshop me right?” I’d have a whole lot of nickles. On wedding days I most often hear this from family or friends during group shots. Professional photographers and videographers DO have some posing and lighting tricks up our sleeve to make sure you’re looking your best—and on the photo side of things there really is a lot you can do if you wanted. When it comes to video however, the “photoshopping” is a lot trickier. So how can you make sure that you’re looking amazing in your wedding video? The answer might be simpler than you think.

It’s come up once or twice that someone has insisted to me that videographers can do things to filter or enhance a person in post-prodcution. While it’s theoretically possible to make modifications via After Effects or a similar program, it’s not sustainable in many cases. If there were an easy and cost effective way to make big adjustements to a person’s appearance, why would Hollywood still be using prosthetic costuming or requiring their actors to be rail thin? Now consider that your videographer is working with a much smaller team than a big budget production. It’s just not possible to “photoshop” a full video with tons of enhancements. One time, I decided to try and remove a tattoo for a 6 second shot. I was a newbie so it probably took me way longer than it would have but…it took me 10 hours. Imagine if I were to try and remove the tattoo from the entire 10 minute Highlight film or even their 55 minute Full Length Feature?!

If post-production magic is not where you’re going to enhance your beauty then it must come down to the way we shoot it right? True pro’s do take a lot of steps to ensure that they’re getting the very best footage. We notice the little things like a hairband on your wrist or that little bit of something in your teeth and make sure it’s taken care of. We use posing and prompts that flatter your natural beauty. Lens choices make an important difference in how your footage turns out (ever try filming yourself with your phone camera on .5?). From lighting to camera angle, there’s lots that goes into a beautiful shot.

At the end of the day though, it’s not the carefully chosen angle or meticulous color grade that make the biggest impact on how you look in your film…it’s you.

At the end of the day though, it’s not the carefully chosen angle or meticulous color grade that make the biggest impact on how you look in your film…it’s you. The thing that gets me the most pumped to capture at a wedding is an authentic moment where I got to witness you being yourself with your partner. A fun loving bride running around gleefully after smearing some frosting on her groom’s nose, a sincere groom who looks up nervously as he beings reading vows to the love of his life, a strap breaking and everyone throwing their head back to laugh about it, a deep hug from grandma at the end of the night—one no one wants to let go of.

In all the years I’ve been shooting, I find myself the most drawn to and awestuck by the shots of people being themselves. This is what makes videography unique. I get to capture the colors, the light, the movement, the sound—and try to recreate the most beautiful and precious feelings that were there. Love is beautiful, joy is beautiful. That moment of silence filled with grief? Breathtakingly beautiful.

YOU are beautiful. In all your imperfect, tear-stained, wildly happy, a little bit hangry before dinner glory—and I’m so lucky I get to bear artistic witness to you being your beautiful self on one of the best days of your life.



12 Month Wedding Vendor Countdown

If you’re at the beginning stages of wedding planning it can be hard to know where to start!I often see couples at wedding venue open houses just starting to look at venues and feeling very unsure about which vendors to focus on first so I made this little handout. If you have more than 12 months don’t feel like you need to wait until the month indicated, it’s often advantageous to book earlier.

While 2024 was considered a slow one for the wedding industry, many industry veterans are predicting a busy 2025 and beyond. If you have a specific vendor you’ve been dying to work with, it never hurts to reach out early!!!

This is just a quick snapshot of some of the more common vendors. You may be considering hiring a musician or band for instance. I always suggest considering a wedding planner. While it’s an initial investment, your planner can help you get the most bang for you buck within your budget and relieve a lot of the stress involved with wedding planning. Definitely worth considering!



Tips for Writing Meaningful Wedding Vows

I’m in the midst of editing a wedding that included such moving vows that I was tearing up as I filmed! I’ve been in the Arizona wedding video business for almost 10 years and MOST of my couples do a great job of writing their vows, but sometimes it can be hard to know where to start! Here are some tips for writing vows that really signal how important the moment is:

1) Make room in your schedule to really think about what you want to tell your partner. Take time and give it a few reads. Don’t be afraid to edit.
2) Start by telling your spouse what you love about them.
3) Share briefly about how you knew you wanted to be with them for life.
4) Say the thing. Don’t be afraid to wax poetic or to say something vulnerable from the heart. The person across from you is committing to a lifetime with you, now is the time to dig deep!
5) Finish with vows or promises. It’s fun to add a little quip about your quirky relationship but don’t forget to add some more serious promises too. What do you want this step to mean for you and your spouse? Tell them!

Then PRACTICE. It might seem silly and you definitely don’t need to memorize, but consider reading them out loud once or twice and make sure you’re comfortable with the way the words flow.

When it comes time for your big day have fun and joke around with your buds, but plan to take a minute to yourself before it’s time for the vows. It always helps to recenter and get into the right spirit. If you’re doing personal vows use that time as your standing, waiting to turn for your special someone to take that breath and get ready. If vows are happening during the ceremony that focus time can happen as the wedding party walks the aisle.

No matter what—breathe and take it in, this is your wedding day and these vows are ultimately for your partner. And the good news is, they already said YES!

I really loved the “promises” portion of Tyler’s vows because he did not shy away from making strong commitments and you can tell he really put a lot of thought into what he wanted for his relationship with Shawnee. Check out the clip below to hear a portion of his amazing vows.

I also have to make sure you know that Shawnee is the most wonderful, kind, caring, thoughtful person. Knowing that makes hearing his vows even more special!


Prepping for a Styled English Garden Wedding Shoot

Next week I’m going to be shooting a styled shoot and I’m really excited about it! Morgan from Lets Talk Eventz is putting it together so I know it will be the best styled Arizona wedding photo shoot you can imagine! She’s putting together an English Garden party wedding vibe and I’m HERE FOR IT!

The first thing I’m doing to prepare for this shoot is checking out photos and videos of the location to get some reference ideas. Because it’s not an actual wedding day, I’ll have more room to put my own artistic spin on things, so I’m trying to prepare for that as an artist would by finding reference material to be inspired by.

One thing a colleague suggested was to come up with some creative ways to get romantic sound bytes. Yesterday I was scrolling through love poems looking for some that would be a good fit. While I didn’t find any that felt quite right for a styled shoot piece, I definitely enjoyed getting all wistful for a bit.

Here are two of the poems I came across that spoke to me:

The True Love by David Whyte

There’s a faith in loving fiercely the one who is rightfully yours
especially if you have waited years and especially if part of you never
believed you could deserve this loved and beckoning hand held
out to you this way.

I am thinking of faith now and the testaments of loneliness
and what we feel we are worthy of in this world.
Years ago in the Hebrides I remember an old man
who would walk every morning on the gray stones
to the shore of baying seals, who would press his
hat to his chest in the blustering salt wind and say his
prayer to the turbulent Jesus hidden in the waters.

And I think of the story of the storm and the people
waking and seeing the distant, yet familiar figure,
far across the water calling to them.
And how we are all preparing for that abrupt waking
and that calling and that moment when we have to say yes!
Except it will not come so grandly, so biblically,
but more subtly, and intimately in the face
of the one you know you have to love.
So that when we finally step out of the boat
toward them we find, everything holds us,
and everything confirms our courage.

And if you wanted to drown, you could,
But you don’t, because finally, after all
this struggle and all these years,
you don’t want to anymore.
You’ve simply had enough of drowning
and you want to live, and you want to love.
And you’ll walk across any territory,
and any darkness, however fluid,
and however dangerous to take the one
hand and the one life, you know belongs in yours.

A Garden. by Tash McGill

Today, my love – I am giving you a meadow.
A meadow is a wonderful place to begin something new.
We have seen this full run of seasons;
summer, autumn, winter and spring
passed over in each other’s eyes, held hand in hand
I know what seasons look like on your face
I am comforted, I am hopeful, I am sure.
So now in this summer, I give you a meadow
full of wildflower, full of promise
so we may begin in earnest.
Let me tell you – how I want to build you a garden here,
A corner devoted to each season –
There daffodils in spring, here falling leaves for autumn
From an oak tree that bends but cannot break in winter storms.
And every year, roses in summer
Blooming over and over, recounting the fragrance
by which I loved you first, and love you now.
I long to see the trees grow older and take their shape
Against the prevailing wind provide some shelter
For each sacred herb and flower, that may feed us
And to sit at the end of day beside you, always beside you.
Let us be entwined together, anchored securely in this earth
Never one removed from the other,
each bringing life to the other.
Today I am giving you a meadow,
Tomorrow I am making you a garden.

There’s a bit of a hopeless romantic in me but being almost 13 years and 3 kids into marriage can dim that a bit. I can’t wait to take the time to dive back into that side of myself and dig deep to create a romantic piece that showcases the gorgeous Schnepf Farms Farmhouse as well as all the talented vendors who will be working to create a lush garden wedding in the desert!

Big News for the Royer Family!

We've been holding on to a secret for a little while and we're excited now to share our news with you...

We will be adding a little one to our family this June! Watch the video above to find out whether it's a boy or girl. 

We have been looking forward to another little one for quite some time, and have been patiently waiting for Justin to finish up his Doctorate of Physical Therapy so that the timing would be right. With Justin set to graduate on February 25th, we sure do have a lot to look forward to! 

I Tell Stories

If you compare my work to other videographers, you might notice that they are content heavy. There might be voice over, or a sense of movement. Look for elements which reappear to help viewers make connections, for a building emotion, climax, resolution. These are my tells. 

I am an avid reader and a lover of story. I used to spend hours at my little desk, writing my own stories. I LOVED English and Composition classes.

When I got to college I thought I wanted to be a print journalist. I applied for the school newspaper, Ke ' Alakai , where I was a staff writer and then an editor. My senior year my advisor asked me if I would take up a position as the Editor-in-Chief of Multimedia. It was a new position. The newspaper was delving into adding videos and honing our website. 

I took the position right before Christmas Break and spent the entire two week break in front of a gigantic Mac desktop, playing around with FinalCut. I learned just enough to start bossing other people around and got right back to what interested me most...telling the story.

I've had several years and media related jobs since then. These were years of harboring the quiet anxiety that I was giving up my true passion

I have realized since, that learning the technical skills involved with videography hasn't stopped me from writing. It never will. Every video I make is a carefully crafted story. I am simply using a fancier pen. 

Moms Matter

As Mother's Day approaches, I can't help but think about the stories that are not being told! 

Mom's are often the hardest people to convince to do their Personal History, despite having such powerful stories to tell. I am often told by Moms that their life "wasn't that interesting" or that "no one wants to hear" their story.

 They are so so wrong,  (hey Mom, Grandma, I want to hear your story!), and not just because you and I want to know how the heck they survived out teen years, but because their perspective is largely undocumented. How many specials have you watched about World War II where they extensively interviewed the Moms who were left home, or the little girls who went out and picked up aluminum cans to help the war effort?

 Was your Mom one of the first women to enter the  workforce? What light can she shed on the way things used to be? Maybe your Grandma knows the secret to running a household efficiently, or has a really interesting take on the advent on computers.

My husband's Grandma Vivian pictured below? Yeah she was a total rockstar! She helped run a 200 cow dairy farm with a baby on her hip - plus the 5 other ones running around! I love hearing Grandpa Adams talking about her taking a stand about his race car driving, I love and admire her so much and it is so empowering to hear about how real and hard and wonderful their marriage was.

Do your Mom and your Grandma a favor, heck, do the world a favor and insist they start recording their history one way or another. Can you even imagine having that kind of perspective to add to what we learn in textbooks?! 

And hey, if you decide that I can help you with that that'd be awesome too! Book a Personal History Video for Mother's Day and get a free DVD slideshow with up to 50 digitized photos in addition to your 5 professionally edited and customized DVD copies of her life story. Click here to pop on over to our "Prices" page for a look at what all is included in this one-of-a-kind package! Or check out the video below and see for yourself what we have to offer!

 

 

Your Personal History

A lot of people seem confused when I use the term "Personal History", so I thought I'd discuss it a little more in-depth. I did write a little something about it back in August, but as I move forward with my business, I am finding out just how important this type of work is to me. 

A "Personal History" is a memoir or biography. The best ones are written by the people themselves. Another person might remember some of your life's stories, but they'll never be able to tell it according to your perspective.

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LDS folks have been encouraged to create a Personal History compilation , in connection with and yet separate from our work with Family History.

It is my opinion that everyone should leave a legacy, according to their own words and containing their views, their loves, and their advice. The world needs to hear what you have to say.

I have been recording Personal Histories as a part of my videography business for a year now, and I have recently decided that THESE VIDEOS ARE MY FAVORITE. I love hearing how people conquered their demons, embraced the good, and found their truth and I have found that I am good at what I do--prepare, organize, plan, and interview amazing people. 

If you're thinking "I am young, I don't need to worry about that yet." Think again! What about your parents or grandparents? Is there some way you can help them record their legacy? Plus their are tons of ways you can get started with keeping a record today, so that you've got everything ready when the time comes! Look to a future post on that one ;) 



A Different Kind of Christmas Card

I LOVE Christmas cards!  I love receiving then and I love sending them. Sending cards this time of year is a wonderful way to let faraway friends and family know you love them.  

There's just one problem.  I am TERRIBLE at getting then sent.  The jig is just about up for this year,  and I'm still planning on a mad rush to the post office tomorrow,  but I think you'll like the alternative I'm offering.  

Say it with me.  VIDEO CHRISTMAS CARDS. They're everything a Christmas card should be; witty and sweet with a beautiful "picture" attached.  Check out the Gilbert's video Christmas card below.   

The best part is there's no stressful post office visit or forgotten envelopes found in July.  I'll come film for an hour,  take 48 hrs to edit and send you a link to share with family and friends.  Post on social media,  send via private message, out create a private Youtube group.  I have availability December 16-21. Packages are $150 and include an over-the-phone consult and 1 hr recording session with professional editing. Contact me via email by jumping over to the contact page. 

Train Ride at Griffith Park

I had the unique opportunity to take a trip to California last Friday with the EMCC cross country team (more on that in a future post).  My super awesome parents came and watched me coach and race and then I spent the rest of the weekend with them and Henry. 

To psych Henry up for his upcoming trip, I'd been telling him each day that he was going to see "Papa" soon. A few days before we headed out he started saying "Me - Papa - ChooChoo?" No idea where he got the idea, but he decided his Papa was going to take him on the Choo Choo and nothing was going to convince him otherwise. 

Lucky for Henry, his Papa loves him more than anything, and he happily obliged. After my race we drove to Griffith Park in L.A. so that Papa could take Henry on the Choo Choo. 

It was a gorgeous day, a little overcast with a slight breeze, and I simply could not stop thinking about how cute a little train video would be. 

On the advice of the Haugen Creative team ( I am in the midst of their Creative Workshop Series and loving it) I decided to pursue it as a personal project and I am so in love with the result. This was such a special moment between Henry and his Papa and if I'm being totally honest I'm pretty sure I nailed it! 

Help Them Tell Their Story

 I am a lover of fiction and fantasy. I am a huge LOTR nerd, I've read the trilogy 11 times! I have always loved to write and imagine and tell stories.  I longed to live in those wonderful worlds with magic and adventure and romance. 

Reality's daily grind wears on me, and not too long a go I found myself despairing.  "The fact is, " I thought"I will never see something truly magical , nor do something with monumental impact. Real life is simple not a fairy tale."

I was wrong.

People do amazing things, beautiful moments occur daily, and everyone has a story. I have been privileged to record some shocking , hilarious, moving  and powerful stories. Everyday people who I thought I knew well teach me , uplift me, and captivate me. 

My little sister Aimee sharing a precious moment with our "Grandma-by-the-beach"

My little sister Aimee sharing a precious moment with our "Grandma-by-the-beach"

It is often easy to make assumptions about a grandparent or family friend.  You've known them your whole life and you think you've heard it all. You haven't. You haven't known them for their whole life.

Perhaps it's cliche to tell you to cherish your elderly loved ones. I'm sure you've heard it a million times. But I'm going to tell you anyway. Cherish them and cherish their stories.

Justin's Grandpa Adams shares stories, jokes, and his thoughts on family. 1:58 is where he shares about old school race car driving. 6:14 for his thoughts on family.

My life has been enriched by both the stories I've recorded and the ones someone else recorded for me to read.  I have come to realize that true stories are the best of all. I am so happy I get to help people tell their stories and share the wisdom that really only comes with age. PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE help your loved ones do the same. 

Because their story is worth telling. 

 

CTR Construction Timelapse

This video was hands down the MOST FUN video I've ever created. From chatting with CTR's amazing construction pros, to playing around with advanced time remapping this project was a blast!

I've been dying to work hyperlapse into a marketing video and so I convinced Steve Carson of CTR Construction to give it a try. This video was a BEAST to complete as it involved several 5+ hour filming sessions and some major dedication to post-production, all for just 4 minutes of video!

It was so worth it though because I am in love with the final product. You get to see a sort of timeline of the whole construction and the expertise of the CTR crew. They did an amazing job, like seriously guys I can't wait to have them customize my home someday. 

One of the things I loved about making this video was the unique opportunity it gave me to stretch myself creatively. Not every client would be down for rock music and 3D Motion transitions but I knew Steve was all in. I'd say his open-mindedness has resulted in a video that reflects both his teams professionalism and his unique style! Check it out! Don't forget to make sure your Youtube settings are set to 720p or 1080p for the best quality.

Learn more about CTR Construction at ctrconstruction.com

Camping at Dead Horse

I recently recommended our favorite campsite to my friend Louise over at Travel the Unbeaten Path, and couldn't stop thinking about how fun our March camping trip was, so of course I decided to put together a little video. I used some time remapping as well as simple slicing and speed increases for the hyper-lapsed portions, and threw in some photos of the amenities and animal life. 

There were a lot of good things about Dead Horse State Ranch Park. I loved that it has a cooler climate than Phoenix, but that it still had an open desert feel to it. The campground was quiet and peaceful with clean bathrooms. The site itself has a creek running through it, along with several man made fishing lakes and quite a few miles of trails. There were tons of spectacular birds near the fishing lakes, we even saw a bald eagle! (Check it out in the video) We stayed three days and hardly left the campsite itself. 

Dead Horse is also very close to Jerome, the famous Arizona ghost town, and several important Native American sites. I believe you can actually hike your way from the campground to the Tuzigoot National monument. 

Cottonwood itself wasn't super exciting, but we didn't mind because we were there to camp! After camping we packed up and headed to Sedona for the night. It was only a half hour drive from Dead Horse and made for a fantastic spring break. Shoutout to my husband for doing the dirty work involved with those amazing timelapses! (Mom's + cranky camping babies= not wanting to wake up at dawn) 

P.S. Reusing Clair de Lune because it's a classic...like...literally!

Pioneer Day Fun

It's that time of year again! Last year we were shocked at the turn out for our Stake Pioneer day celebration, I hadn't planned on taking video but I couldn't resist when I saw old-fashioned clothes and a pie eating contest! 

We missed the parade last year, so I am super excited to be a part of it this time around. Especially because this year's parade will involve a Guinness Book of World Records attempt! We will be trying for the most red wagons in a single parade! I don't want to spoil it, but Henry's wagon is going to be ADORABLE! Look for a future post with video.

Never heard of Pioneer Day? Well , in sum, it's an official holiday in Utah celebrating the entrance of Mormon pioneers into the Salt Lake Valley. It is also held as a special holiday by Latter-Day Saints as a celebration of their religious heritage. Basically it involves food, fireworks, and fun. Oh and occasionally Pioneer Clothes which is awesome!!


Lehi Days Rodeo

We had the privilege of attending the Lehi Days rodeo in Mesa last weekend, and it was a blast! Our 15 month old , Henry, loved petting the animals in the petting zoo , taking his first pony ride, and participating in the "Chicken Chase" ( tiny baby chicks for the 2 yr. and under crowd ; it was A-DOR-ABLE!!)  Of course I took video of all of the above plus some highlight performances by some amazing riders.