Celebrations of Tampa Bay 4.6 out of 5.0 4.6/5.0
High End Photography, Video, & DJ Services
1211 Grassy Meadow Pl, Brandon, FL 33511
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813-657-2238
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Services: PhotographyDJVideography
Established: 1991
Employees: 14
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About

A Team of Professionals! artistic, photojournalist & traditional PHOTOGRAPHY. cinematic VIDEOGRAPHY. Experienced and flexible DJs. Up front pricing. No Hidden Charges. Show your guests a LOVE STORY which tells the story of your relationship, and show it on our BIG SCREEN PROJECTOR, With movie-theatre like sound when using our DJ service as well. Discount for Booking over the Phone. Credit Cards Accepted. Military Discount.

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Endorsements

Polka Dot Wedding & Event Planning
I always enjoy working with Celebrations of Tampa Bay! They are very professional and their service and prices are excellent!
I have always thought Randy of Celebrations of Tampa to be one of the best wedding companies around. Video, DJ and Photo; thumbs up for Celebrations.
Beyond Floral (after nearly 10 years observing many talents) can say--These are Professionals who deliver every time. I can recommend Randy for DJ, photographer and videography. His expertise and natural ability to stir a party into full swing is very unique and impressive. I've seen him more than once, turn a room full of non-dancers into the party event of their lifetime. With photography, his team has not dissapointed.... The importance of each of these cannot be underscored enough. Brides choose carefully! Any really talented group as these at Celebrations of Tampa Bay, will make your party one to remember -in a good way. Again, we've yet to come across a more talented, fun inspiring DJ, perfect for any wedding celebration. If you are lucky enough to get Randy to book for your event, you'll be happy you did! So will your guests! We whole heartedly recommend.

Frequently Asked Questions for DJ
What music genres are in your collection?
50s, 60s, 70s, 80s, 90s, Acoustic, Big Band, Classic Rock, Classical, Country, Dance, Folk, Funk, Gospel, Hip Hop, Jazz, Motown, Oldies, Orchestra, Pop, Punk Rock, R&B, Rock, Soul, Strings, Swing, World
 
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes
 
What is your usual attire?
Tux
 
If you do not have one of the songs pre-requested by the client, do you require that they provide it?
If it is a song we can use for future events, we will get it. Our selection is so vast, that this is rarely an issue.
 
How many other DJs do you work with?
We a part of the Tampa Bay Bridal Associations, so we have several friends in the industry that we work with.
 
What is the minimum amount of time you will DJ for?
Usually on Saturdays it's 4 hrs, but call us, depending on time and date, we might be able to work something out.
 
Is the client able to meet the DJ before booking?
We can give you a listing of events they are DJing, so you can see them in action.
 
Do you specialize in any ethnic or international events?
We can do Latin, African American, Jewish, Hatian, Russian, Greek.
 
Do you bring your own equipment?
Yes
 
What (if any) special equipment, such as disco balls or lighting, is offered with your service?
We offer Lighting, as well as a Big Screen Projector which you can show a Photo Montage, Love Story, or if we are doing your Video services, we'll show your ceremony as well. For instance when the bride is dancing with her father, we'll show her father walking her up the aisle on the big screen.
 
How much time do you usually need to set up? Do you require that the site or client provide a table for you to set up on?
We need 30 minutes to set up, but we don't charge you for that time, yes we need a 8 foot table.
 
Do you have any extra space requirements?
If you are using our Big Screen Projector we need 6 feet behind the DJ table to put the projector.
 
Do you usually emcee the event or talk between songs?
Our Philosophy is the DJ needs to be a Leader, to give direction, to maintain order, however, we do not overtalk on the mic. Our DJs do not tell jokes, although they are very personable and friendly, they know when to shut up.
 
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
If the DJ is there for 6 hours or more.
 
Will you arrange for recorded music to play during your breaks?
The music never stops.
 
What is your backup plan in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes, we always keep a back up DJ for every day who is on standby.
 
What is your overtime rate?
$150
 
Do you charge for travel expenses? If yes, how much do you charge?
$50 for 1 county outside of Hillsborough or Pinelles.

Frequently Asked Questions for Photography
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Contemporary, Photojournalism
 
What do your packages include?
Albums, Flush Mount, High Resolution Images, Matted Prints, Negatives, Prints, Proof CD of All Images
 
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes

Frequently Asked Questions for Videography
What primary style do you identify with?
Cinematic, Documentary
 
What do your packages include?
Ceremony, Edited Video, Montage - Wedding Highlights, Multple Cameras, Online Highlight Films, Pre-Ceremony, Reception, Rehearsal Dinner, Same Day Edit Video
 
What formats can the final video be in?
Blu-Ray, DVD
 
Do you have liability insurance?
Yes

Tips and Advice
Wedding Photography is more about communication, leadership, and work ethic than simply posing people and having a digital camera. As a bride in today’s market, in order to save yourself disappointment, you’ll want to distinguish between the novice who is experimenting in a hobby, and the true professional who has years of experience. Due to the improvement and declining prices of technology, there has been an increase of substandard photographers entering the wedding market. These people will often use the auto functions of a camera, which are fine for consumer use, but in creating high quality sharp images it takes a highly skilled, experienced photographer who knows how to manually adjust the settings of the camera for different situations to get optimum results.

A High End Photographer also has to have the unique ability to move people around, deal with interruptions, and do so in a friendly, yet timely manner. It takes communication skills, to direct and guide them, with a servant attitude. The more time wasted during the Formals, the fewer shots you will get, and the more time your guests will be waiting at the reception. In order to do this, he or she has to be in good physical shape to be able to move equipment quick enough so as to not miss out on anything. He has to have a good ‘work ethic”. You will hear the word “photojournalism” used a lot. A true “photojournalistic photographer” has the ability to anticipate action so as to be in the right place at the right time. Most inexperienced photographers do not understand what photojournalism is, they think it’s just taking candid shots, but there is a lot more to it than that. An Artistic Photographer has to see beyond the surface, to make something ordinary, extraordinary.

In order ensure we are meeting the changing needs of today’s brides our photographers learn from each other by exchanging ideas. We keep up on the latest technology and education by attending conferences. Unlike some companies who casually hire contractors, we have a Photography Manager who assists with their constant development. We also learn by having you the bride evaluate us with customer satisfaction survey forms. Look at our photo galleries and judge for yourself. At Celebrations of Tampa Bay you’ll get a photographer who has a passion to serve you with Excellence.