HAPPY TEARS PRODUCTIONS

ographer, was the perfect addition to our wedding day and blended in seamlessly with our guests. She captured everything beautifully and stayed in constant communication, remaining flexible when I wanted to change things in the middle of our night. She was professional, attentive, and made the entire experience stress-free. I couldn't have asked for a better videographer to document our special day. The couldn’t be a more fitting name for a company. I have such happy tears when I watch our video back. 

the video they were definitely there and everywhere . How they were able to catch so many candid shots I will never know . The video just blew us away . From the overhead drone footage of the venue to capturing all of our guests having the time of their life. They stitched the entire event seamlessly . We love the way the video came out so much . We decided to put the video on our main TV as a loop when the TV is idle . We have so many great comments on the video but the guests that were actually at the wedding are the ones who were wowed the most . They all want to know who the videographer is. Happy Tears didn't miss a thing . So happy we hired them . Thank you John & Jeff your professionalism and talent are 1st class all the way. Tom & Candace McNamee

a good fit for us. On our wedding day, Rose videoed our wedding and was professional, fun, and easy to work with, which made the day feel relaxed and natural. We received our video in a timely manner and loved being able to relive the day. We’d recommend Happy Tears Production again and again without hesitation!

utely incredible. We constantly get compliments on how amazing they are, and they perfectly captured the emotion, fun, love, and magic of our day. From the very beginning, the owner John was so kind, professional, and easy to work with. We met with him early on, explained our vision, and he gave us such thoughtful and creative ideas that made everything even better than we imagined. He stayed in touch with us throughout the entire planning process, which made us feel so confident and taken care of leading up to the wedding. John even recommended our photographer, who was also amazing!  On the wedding day itself, our videographer Robert was absolutely amazing. He was professional, friendly, and fit in so seamlessly that everyone at our wedding loved him. My guests were literally saying they didn’t want him to leave! He made us feel comfortable and captured everything so naturally. If my husband and I could go back and relive our wedding day, we honestly would do it just to work with John and Rob again. I couldn’t recommend Happy Tears Productions enough. They gave us memories we’ll cherish forever, and we are beyond grateful.

ive up to their name. Jim was the absolute best and everyone told us how funny he was!

am. They brought the energy all day on our wedding day The delivery of the highlight reel and extended documentary videos were extremely quick. The quality of the videos were exceptional, and it really helped us relive our wedding day all over again. We were so happy with our video and cannot wait to continue to watch it for years to come! I also want to give a special shoutout to Rose. Not only did Rose video our entire wedding day (which was almost a 12 hour day) but she also assisted in bustling my wedding dress, which was a huge help.  From the bottom of our hearts, we highly recommend Happy Tears Productions for your wedding videography!!

e throughout the planning process. We had Jim shoot our wedding and he really was the life of the party. He got the crowd excited and captured the best parts of the night! We had our video back about 3 weeks after the wedding, and it was incredible to watch & get to relive our wedding day. We are so happy we picked Happy Tears!

perfect. In the months leading up to the wedding, John hopped on a few calls with us to share helpful tips and advice that really made a difference when it came to capturing great video moments. On the wedding day, Jim and Belle were absolutely amazing. They were so easy to be around and made everyone feel comfortable. So many of our guests even commented on how seamlessly they blended in throughout the day and night, you’d hardly notice they were filming, yet they captured everything beautifully. John edited and delivered both our highlight film and full documentary-style video so quickly, and they turned out incredible! His team perfectly captured all the emotions and little moments that made our day so special. We’ve already watched them multiple times and can’t stop smiling every time we do. We couldn’t recommend them more highly!

d the right team. From the very beginning, John was everything you could hope for in a wedding videographer: kind, easygoing, and incredibly approachable. There was never a moment where we felt like “just another client.” Instead, John made us feel like friends he truly wanted to create something special for. What really stood out to us was how transparent and communicative he was throughout the entire process. From our first consultation to the final delivery, John kept us updated every step of the way. We always knew where things stood, what to expect, and when to expect it — which made the entire experience completely stress-free. John’s passion for his craft shines through in every interaction and every frame of film he produces. You can tell he genuinely loves what he does, and that passion translates into breathtaking results. He has a rare ability to capture not just the visuals, but the feeling of the day — the laughter, the tears, and all the in-between moments you never want to forget. He also did something that’s hard to come by these days: he under promised and over delivered. The final video blew us away. It exceeded anything we could have imagined and brought us right back to the emotions of our wedding day. Every cut, every transition, every song choice felt intentional and deeply personal. Somewhere along the way, John stopped feeling like a vendor and truly became a friend — someone who cared as much about our story as we did. That kind of connection is rare, and it’s exactly what makes his work so authentic. If you’re searching for someone to capture your wedding day in a way that feels real, timeless, and full of heart, look no further. We would recommend John and his team at Happy Tears Productions to anyone without hesitation. They’re not just documenting moments — they’re preserving memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime.

es the whole experience enjoyable and easy! Jim, the videographer, was the ultimate hype man!! He was funny, positive, and full of great vibes. He kept the bridal party laughing and brought so much life to the day. The final video was awesome— emotional, cinematic, and perfectly captured all the best moments. Thank you so much for being such a joy to work with and for going above and beyond to make our wedding unforgettable. Please don’t hesitate to book them — you will not regret it!

e every special moment stood out immediately, and choosing them for our big day was one of the best decisions we made. From the very beginning, John was absolutely incredible throughout the planning process. He was so patient with me, especially with how meticulous I was about my wedding timeline and he never once made me feel like I was asking too much. His communication was always prompt, reassuring, and filled with enthusiasm. From the moment we started working together, John’s positivity and confidence made me feel at ease, and I knew everything would be perfect in his hands. On the day of our wedding, we had the pleasure of working with Jim, and he truly went above and beyond our expectations. Jim was not only professional and talented, but also a total joy to be around. He had this amazing ability to keep the energy up while keeping everyone calm and comfortable in front of the camera. When I started to feel nervous, he knew exactly how to calm me down; when the dance floor needed a little boost, he was right there hyping everyone up and finding fun ways to get guests involved. My guests are still talking about how fantastic Jim was… his energy was contagious and he genuinely became part of the celebration. It’s rare to find someone who can balance fun, professionalism, and creativity so seamlessly, but Jim did it effortlessly. We are beyond grateful for the Happy Tears team and cannot wait to see our final footage. If you’re looking for a videographer who brings energy, passion, and heart to every moment… look no further than Happy Tears. 10/30/2025… UPDATE to my initial review!! :) We received our wedding video tonight and WOW… we are absolutely speechless! The way John incorporated my Abuelo serenading me in the background was the ultimate gift. It brought tears to our eyes. The quality of the video is phenomenal, and you can truly see how much fun everyone had that day. I cannot thank John and Jim enough! I am forever grateful for the beautiful video they created. It’s something I’ll cherish for the rest of my life. THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU! And can we talk about the turnaround time?! What John put together for us in less than a month would’ve taken me months! If you come across Happy Tears, do not hesitate, they will not disappoint you!

k (the creator of Happy Tears) but i’ll settle with telling you the reasons I chose Happy Tears, without hesitation. Happy Tears caught my eye on instagram one day and I now thank God that we found each other. They offer amazing discounts for police offers and military personnel which is originally what caught my eye. Being a military wife that was exactly what sold me. Fortunately the good vibes did not stop there. After a phone call with John I felt 100% confident in my decision. He has been in this business for around 30 years BY CHOICE. He’s an older gentleman and he reminded me of my dad… and who can you trust more than your dad?! No one! Five minutes into our initial phone call I felt we knew each other for years. I’m not sure what you look for when booking a wedding vendor, but I can tell you exactly what I was looking for. A friend, someone who was willing to listen to my concerns, to help walk me through this process, someone to capture my dreams so I can cherish them forever. We got along great which was exactly what I needed. Plus that incredible discount, I guarantee you won’t find that elsewhere. On top of that, he offered a payment plan that helped take more stress away. John has a team of very talented videographers and I had the pleasure of meeting and working with Belle. She was an angel, because at our initial meeting I was the devil (it was raining and I did not plan for rain at my beach ceremony, I texted out the wrong new address so I had to send another text to 185 people, I was nasty, stressed and panicked) She walked in with a gorgeous smile on her face, could see how upset I was and just kept smiling. I promise i’m not the devil I just needed some good vibes and she brought them! She was a gem to work with, and so so stealthy! I honestly didn’t see her after I met her but she I know she saw me. Her talent is extremely evident. Some of my favorite moments from our day I am able to rewatch and relive because she went above and beyond! And now i’d like to talk about why John calls it Happy Tears. Just shy of 3 weeks after my wedding ( which is INSANELY FAST) I received my documentary style video. It is 38 minutes long and an absolute dream come true! In all honesty i’ve watched it at least 25 times. My documentary has it all, from first looks, laughs, tears, hugs, speeches, dancing and our bubbly exit. The amount of actual happy tears that roll down my face when I watch it is a number I lost count of! I can’t even express how grateful I am to John and his team for going above and beyond to capture my perfect day, perfectly. On top of that I’d like to reiterate that John is not only very timely, he makes a wonderful timeline, will accommodate all your concerns, he is outstanding with communication. Please from one bride to another this is the vendor you NEED to book!

ed and nice. We had Rose and Zach and they ensured all the details we wanted recorded were ensure captured. We received a ten minute highlight reel that was absolutely fabulous. All the feedback we received on the videos made everyone cry including myself and my husband. John for sure lives up to the name of the company happy tears. He is also super reasonable when it comes to pricing and the packages they offer. Couldn’t recommend more. - Diana and Justin

leasant to work with and he made us feel so excited and less stressed along the way! Our actual videographer Jim was phenomenal!! He was so engaged with the audience that it felt like he was a family friend. I have a friend who is now using their services because of the beautiful impression they left all of us. Jim  captured the best moments and our video is truly exceptional. We will forever be grateful for Happy Tears and all their efforts in making sure we remember these moments forever! Please give this company business they are truly dedicated in capturing every detail and they LISTEN to every request! Jim even told my audience to put their phones away during our unplugged ceremony which shows they truly care about the grooms/brides wishes regardless of what people think! We love you Happy Tears!!! May God  (and this review ;) ) continue to bless your business ABUNDANTLY!

pecial day. We LOVE our video, and they have awesome discounts for teachers! John Rink, was especially awesome- he is so enthusiastic about his work and you can tell he really loves what he does. Thank you Happy Tears!

day! Joe was amazing in capturing all of our special moments on our wedding day! We were able to get everything back extremely quickly after the wedding! We got so many compliments on the quality of our videos! We cannot thank happy tears enough to help make our day so special!! 

. He is kind and caring, and really takes the time to get to know his clients and help them in anyway he can. Our videographer, Jeff, was also amazing. Our video has such good quality and is just stunning. We also got it back only a week after our wedding, which we thought was pretty incredible. We absolutely recommend Happy Tears Productions to anyone that is looking for a videographer, and if you're undecided if you want to have a videographer for your wedding, do it. It is 100% worth it.

ured our wedding day. John made it easy when choosing things such as packages and worked with our price point! He is kind, funny and passionate about his work and it shows. The quality of our videos speak for themselves and they are beautiful keepsakes. Videos were also received promptly after our wedding day. His team is skilled in what they do and came prepared to make sure that our day ran smoothly. John edited our footage to be seamless while highlighting the emotional and happiest moments to make you want to literally shed a tear every single time. We are forever grateful to John and his team at Happy Tears for recording every laugh, smile and happy tear on our wedding day.

tch the videos? Won’t this just be a waste of money? Well I was very very wrong. Not only did John Rink create an incredible video, but our videographer Jim ended up being one of the best additions to our wedding day. Jim didn’t just take incredible footage both with his camera and his drone, he also became our personal hype man and rallied our bridal party and guests, creating an unforgettable experience. I can guarantee if you decide to go with Happy Tears you will not regret your decision. I am so grateful I allowed myself to be convinced by my wife to hire the videography team at Happy Tears. I truly can’t imagine how this day would have gone without them, and will be recommending them to all of my friends and family.

John and his team! First of all if you or your spouse are military or police as my husband is, he takes amazing care of you and highly respects all you do! Second John is truly just the nicest guy and so easy to work with. We started having every day conversations just to talk! And that just working with him, the highlight video he made for us captured our day in the most perfect way. It was the perfect mix of the ceremony and making you feel emotional, but then funny and having you laugh, but then fun and making you want to relive it all again and again! If you’re questioning getting a videographer I HIGHLY recommend you do and that you use happy tears!

filmed both my sister’s wedding and mine, and she went above and beyond on my wedding day, jumping in to help pin up my dress when no one else could. I highly recommend them.

k a phone call with John, just to get an idea of what to expect. From that first conversation, we knew we had to book with him! John was incredibly understanding, never pushy, and answered all of our questions. He’s truly one of the nicest people we’ve ever met! We were also blown away by the turnaround time for our wedding video. Our wedding was on July 3rd, 2025, and we already had the video by July 15th! Now on to Jim, our amazing videographer!!! He was absolutely the best person to have by our side on such a special day. He made us feel so comfortable, gave us tons of compliments :), and brought such a fun, positive energy to both us and our guests. I honestly believe he’s a big reason why everyone had such a great time! The video itself completely surpassed our expectations. We’ve already watched it more times than we can count! If you’re unsure about hiring a videographer, DO IT!!! Just make sure you book with Happy Tears!!! You will not regret it!!!

and a half ago, we knew we were in good hands. John is so sincere and down to Earth. He kept in contact with us in the months leading up to the wedding and is always very transparent about what we should expect! Not to mention, the way he crafted our wedding video was nothing short of cinematic perfection. Every shot, every transition, every moment was woven together with so much heart and intention—it felt like reliving our day, only even more magical. We laughed, we cried (happy tears, of course), and we were truly speechless when we saw the final product. As if that weren’t enough, the turnaround time was unbeatable! Now let’s talk about Jim - our cinematographer and unofficial hype man! From the second he arrived, he brought the energy and had us smiling & laughing. His ability to make everyone feel comfortable and confident was a huge part of why our footage looks so natural and joyful. Jim wasn’t just filming—he was cheering us on, helping get people on the dance floor, and genuinely celebrating alongside us. I even had multiple guests ask me if Jim was apart of the family! This team didn’t just document our wedding, they elevated it. The video is something we will cherish for the rest of our lives, and we’re beyond grateful to John and Jim for giving us that gift. If you're considering booking Happy Tears—do it!!!! You won't regret it for a second. They’re professional, passionate, and most importantly, they care. And that makes all the difference. - Nick & Averi, 6/12/25

f the video is beautiful — cinematic without feeling overly staged — and they were so detail-oriented throughout the entire process. We barely noticed the cameras all day, which we really appreciated.

im brought the best energy: friendly, upbeat, and so much fun to be around. He made us and our guests feel totally at ease, which really shows in the footage. The final video is so beautiful. It perfectly captures the joy, emotion, and excitement of the day. We would highly recommend Happy Tears to anyone looking for a talented and fun video team!

Jim as our camera man and he quickly became our hype man throughout the day capturing all the details. His exuberating energy on the dance floor had our guest loving him and everyone wanted to be in front of the camera with Jim hyping them up. John then got to quick work with our video as we anxiously awaited, and in an extremely timely manner was able to give us our highlight video, which was absolutely amazing. Cannot recommend these guys enough.

s even better than we imagined. Thanks to Happy Tears, we get to relive our wedding day whenever we want!

ne once in a while as well! The day of I cannot thank them enough for making my day go smooth and for the comedic relief. I would recommend them to anyone. We got the video back 15 days later and it was just perfect. Thank you so much for everything!!

wless. Jim, our videographer, was incredible—so kind, professional, and completely on top of everything. He had this calm, reassuring presence that instantly put me at ease. He captured every moment so naturally and made the whole process feel effortless. John, was amazing to work with as well. He stayed in touch with me throughout the entire planning process, always responsive and thoughtful. When we received our video, we were blown away—it was emotional, cinematic, and perfectly captured who we are and what that day meant to us. If you’re considering booking Happy Tears—do it! We couldn’t be happier with our experience and would 1000% recommend them to anyone looking for meaningful, beautifully done wedding videography.

uld not be happier or more satisfied with what the team produced and delivered to us in remembering every special moment of the day. The professionalism and communication from the Happy Tears business was 10/10. We enjoyed speaking with John on a regular basis so he could really understand what we were looking for in our wedding coverage. The team that arrived on wedding day were ready to go with smiles on their faces. They were such a pleasure to have tag along throughout the whole day and night! We would highly recommend Happy Tears to anyone looking for great video coverage at a very reasonable price!

mmunicate with, and incredibly friendly. He made the entire process feel so smooth and stress-free. His pricing was more than reasonable, and there were no surprises—he was upfront, transparent, and walked us through everything so we always knew exactly what to expect. John is incredibly personable and genuine. You can tell he truly cares about his clients and wants to give them the best possible experience. I never once felt like “just another customer.” He was responsive, flexible, and so easy to work with every step of the way. I wouldn’t have gone with anyone else—he was the perfect choice. On the day of the wedding, I had the pleasure of working with Rose, who was an absolute angel. The day was hectic and emotional, but she kept me calm, helped bustle my dress, and truly went above and beyond to support me. She was warm, professional, and just amazing to have by my side that day. Then, the video… wow. We got it back so quickly and it was everything I hoped for. The quality was incredible, the editing was beautiful, and it captured every single moment I wanted. It was exactly what I asked for—and honestly, even better. If you're thinking of booking with John, do it. You won’t regret it. He and his team are simply the best. Rebecca & Justin Harvie - 3/30/25

ng! Our videographer the day of was Jim, everyone had the same things to say about him- he was the energy for the day! Would recommend this team to everyone and anyone ! Thanks for making our day so special!!!

able to look back on and remember. He did an amazing job. He got the bridal party involved by asking fun questions and having some silly moments. I got my wedding video back within the month! The communication John kept with me made the difference. I felt like we grew a relationship which I think helped him develop the best video for me. The turnaround was great. My videos were perfect it captured every special moment and more. My guests loved to watch it! The highlight video was light and fun! It brought me back to the day. Our extended version is a beautiful reminder of how my entire day went and captured all the small details I might have missed. Everything was spot on down to the background music. I am so happy I chose happy tears for my wedding day!

e sure to keep everyone in the loop with constant updates. Our videographer the day of our wedding was amazing! It was great, he actually knew my new sister and brother in law which just made the experience even greater! It was like he was a part of the family! He was extremely sweet and so creative with our family. Truly an amazing day! We were extremely pleased and overjoyed with how our teaser video came out. It was truly what we asked for was made to represent us which we absolutely loved. If you are even considering going with John at HappyTears, pull the trigger and do it! Truly an amazing company!

azing. From the start of the process, John walked us through each step and answered any/all questions along the way. John would regularly meet with us over the phone to ensure the process was smooth. On the day of our wedding, Jim came with a positive attitude and high energy. Jim was easy to get along with, friendly and overall created a wonderful atmosphere. I would highly recommend Jim to anyone looking to book with Happy Tears. The Happy Tears company gives a significant discount to Law Enforcement, Fire and Military personnel. Packages vary from 30%-50% for these groups. Being able to take advantage of this discount, Happy Tears was extremely affordable with a great final video product. Happy Tears offers vintage style and documentary style editing. We chose to have documentary style editing as we wanted a longer wedding video. Our final video runs approximately 50 minutes. In addition to your final video, you also receive all of the raw footage from the wedding day. Overall, Happy Tears is a great company. You shouldn’t think twice about booking them for your wedding.

ly charismatic, uplifting, and positive. He just makes you feel so excited with every communication. He offers amazing discounts and is therefore very affordable, which proves that he truly does this for the love of his craft and his love for LOVE! John edits the videos, and after receiving ours, we were blown away! He captured moments I didn't even know happened, and had me crying "happy tears" while watching over and over again. Now to our day of videographer - we were fortunate enough to have Joe and his son, Avery, with us on our wedding day, and I cannot say enough great things about them both! Joe has been in this business for over 20 years, so I knew we were in good hands, but he really proved us right! He was directive, detail-oriented, creative, and professional. My husband and I barely knew they were there the whole day, which is so important to capture truly candid moments. We are forever grateful to John, Joe, and Avery for being a part of our wedding day and capturing moments that we will hold close forever.

g with us. Jim made us feel so comfortable ! John the owner, was in contact before during and after my wedding always checking in! We appreciate all of the friendly reminders and encouragement from their company through the process. In just a few short weeks I received my wedding video and it was PERFECT! I could not recommend Happy Tears enough! We are so grateful we chose them as our vendor.

grapher was and we were more than happy with the work that they did to make our videos perfect. They were a pleasure to work with and I would gladly refer them to any couple in need of a videographer for their wedding!

ere absolutely stunning and magical. We are grateful that we will forever be able to look back on these memories. Picking Happy Tears as our videographer was one of the best decisions that we made during our wedding journey!

nd unforgettable experience. Rose was our videographer and she was absolutely incredible. We felt very comfortable all day. The highlight video captured all of our favorite parts of our wedding day. They offer a wide range of services including multiple package options, making them a great choice for everyone! Definitely check them out!

on. He had total crowd control which matched up perfectly with our music, and I continue to get compliments about him to this day. The shoots were phenomenal as well, he captured all of the main moments while also getting in candid shots of our family and friends. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience, it was honestly perfect. They took their time to understand what kind of wedding we wanted, and when the day came, they executed flawlessly and above and beyond. You won’t be disappointed!

fter our wedding! Jim was the videographer for the night and he was SOO fun he was out on the dance floor with all the guests getting the best footage. He was super involved and helped bring the fun!! For those that are healthcare workers, Happy Tears offers discounts which was greatly appreciated and he’s super lenient with payments- even allows final payment up to two weeks after the wedding! That was unique and super kind. Absolutely amazing.

ng sure our wedding day was everything we dreamed of and more. John was so personable and friendly throughout the entire process. Jim from Happy Tears was the shooter on our wedding day. He brought so much positive energy to the day, listened thoroughly to our wants, and got the BEST shots. Our friends and families are still talking about how awesome Jim was on wedding day! Everyone from happy tears is extremely fun and pleasant to work with and would recommend to anyone in need of a wedding videographer! We cannot stop watching, crying, and laughing to the perfect video of our perfect day! The video is jaw dropping.

at the last minute (I’m talking days before the wedding!!) it became a possibility. We reached out to John on a referral from our photographer as they didn’t have a team member available and he was so patient and kind with us even though we were basically presenting him with an unrealistic task. He was super understanding of our situation and spent night and day to make this a reality for us. He walked us in detail through all the packages and made sure we understood the differences but was not pushy about any upgrades. Joe was our videographer and he was amazing. He worked so well with our photographer and he made us feel so comfortable, we barely noticed him there. We highly recommend John and his team!