Press & Awards
Since 2011, Adam Grumbo Films has filmed weddings in Austin, the Hill Country, and destinations from Colorado to the Dominican Republic. We shoot cinematic digital, Super 8, and 16mm. Below are the awards, features, and published weddings our films have been part of.
As seen in Vogue
Feb 17, 2022
Vogue France: Daniela Braga and Adam Freede's wedding at Amanera, Dominican Republic
Vogue France featured the wedding of model Daniela Braga and Adam Freede at Amanera in the Dominican Republic. We filmed that wedding, and our film of it, "Daniela & Adam in Dominican Republic," was named Film of the Year at the 2023 Love Stories TV Awards. Headline (French): "Le top Daniela Braga portait 6 robes de mariée pour son mariage avec Adam Freede en République Dominicaine"
Jul 26, 2023
Vogue: "This Vogue Editor Wore a Watteau-Train Dress and Opera Gloves for Her Cowboy-Chic Wedding in Texas"
Vogue featured Sarah and Don's wedding at Camp Lucy in Dripping Springs. We filmed the whole day on vintage Super 8.
Awards
Love Stories TV Awards, Film of the Year 2023 (winner)
"Daniela & Adam in Dominican Republic" shared Film of the Year at the 2023 Love Stories TV Awards.
Love Stories TV Awards, 2023 finalist
Finalist for Filmmaker of the Year, Best LGBTQ+ Wedding, Best Venue, and Most TV-Worthy Wedding.
The Knot Best of Weddings, 2012 and 2017
Two-time Best of Weddings honoree, based on reviews from real couples.
Major publications
Aug 9, 2016
Style Me Pretty: "Their Backup Venue Turned Into the Best Day Ever"
A Garden Grove wedding, cinematography by Adam Grumbo Films.
Sep 6, 2013
Style Me Pretty: "Dominican Republic Wedding from Caroline + Ben Photography"
A destination week in the Dominican Republic, filmed by Adam Grumbo Films.
Mar 1, 2013
Style Me Pretty: "Austin Wedding at Barr Mansion from Mollie Kendall Photography"
Barr Mansion, cinematography by Adam Grumbo Films.
Jun 27, 2012
Style Me Pretty: "Hill Country Wedding at Camp Lucy by Caroline + Ben Photography"
A Camp Lucy celebration, cinematography by Adam Grumbo Films.
Features and interviews
Aug 30, 2018
Style Me Pretty Little Black Book: "The Venue at Waterstone Wedding ~ Rustic Elegance At It's Best"
A film feature built around the father of the bride's words, from Adam Grumbo Films.
Jun 24, 2016
Wed Society Austin: "Film Fave: Adam Grumbo Wedding Films"
Denise and Michael's highlight film, narrated by the father of the bride. Wed Society called it "the beyond perfect edit."
Sep 25, 2015
Wed Society Austin: "Film Fave By Austin Wedding Videographer Adam Grumbo Wedding Films"
Kelti and Hunter's rustic glam wedding at the Lone Oak Barn.
Jul 24, 2015
Wed Society Austin: "Film Fave By Austin Wedding Videographer Adam Grumbo Wedding Films"
"You're sure to feel yourself tearing up when you watch this sweet wedding highlight video."
Published weddings
Jul 7, 2025
Wed Society North Texas: "Romantic Red Wedding With Lion Dance And Luxurious Details"
A red-and-gold North Texas celebration with a lion dance. Adam Grumbo is credited on the vendor team.
May 16, 2025
Bella Sera: "Garden of Eden Inspired Winter Wedding in Colorado"
Ebonie and Lenny's Colorado winter wedding, "shot and created by Adam Grumbo at Adam Grumbo Films."
May 14, 2020
Ruffled: "This Fall Outdoor Austin Wedding is a Foliage Love Fest"
Pecan Springs Ranch in fall color, videography by Adam Grumbo Films.
Sep 22, 2017
Equally Wed: "Whiskey and donuts Texas woodland wedding"
A playful woodland celebration in Texas, filmed by Adam Grumbo Films.
Nov 11, 2015
Ruffled: "Pecan Springs Ranch Wedding with Vintage Touches"
A vintage-styled Pecan Springs Ranch wedding, with the film by Adam Grumbo Films.
Mar 12, 2013
Style Me Pretty: "DIY Austin Wedding from SMS Photography"
A handmade Austin wedding, cinematography by Adam Grumbo.
Also in the press
Feb 15, 2018
PetaPixel: "This is What Happens When You Hire a Nigerian Scammer as a Photographer"
PetaPixel called Adam's short documentary about hiring Tobi "unusual and inspiring."
Feb 19, 2018
Fstoppers: "What Happens When You Hire a Nigerian Scammer as a Photographer and a Videographer"
Feb 16, 2018
DIY Photography: "Photographer hires Nigerian scammer to be a documentary filmmaker, and the results are beautiful"
Feb 24, 2010
Engadget: "A Spartan and a Stormtrooper find love"
Adam's viral short, from "Austin-based Adam Grumbo."
Feb 23, 2010
Kotaku: "When A Spartan Loves A Stormtrooper"
And for a laugh
Voyage Austin interviewed Adam in 2025, and the write-up got a little carried away. We love them for it. Read it with a grain of salt and a smile.
May 13, 2025
Voyage Austin: "Meet Adam Grumbo of Austin"
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