Better Together

Whatever you want to call ’em…
The yin to your yang.
The bacon to your eggs.
Your “person”. The “one”…

Natirar Mansion Wedding Photo

You’ve found someone who:

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Loves you for you
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Encourages you and calms you
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Believes in your dreams
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Strengthens your weaknesses
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Cherishes time with you
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And maybe even laughs at all your jokes

Simply put, you’ve found someone who makes your life better.

If you really think about it, you probably want to find some of those same things in your wedding photographer.

And ultimately, you want to find a photographer who will do everything in their power to make things better for you

Well…You’ve Found The One(s)

We understand how you two feel about each other. Because as a husband and wife team, that’s how we feel too.

And as your photographers, we pride ourselves on the honest and sincere way we feel about you!

We view you guys as more than clients. We view you as friends. And friend, there aren’t many days more important than your wedding day.

We view you guys as more than clients. We view you as friends. And friend, there aren’t many days more important than your wedding day.

Which is why from our initial meeting to every moment on your wedding day, and all the communication in between, we want you to feel taken care of and at ease.

And in the end, we want to give you images that you can look back on and enjoy for generations to come.

“Matt made us feel so at ease and was so helpful throughout the wedding and planning process. We’re so happy we found them for our wedding. Their service was beyond exceptional!”

-Rebecca V.

Hey!

We’re Matt and Carrie.

A husband and wife photography team.

(And suckers for a good love story!)

wedding photo at goat hill overlook

We believe you should aim high when it comes to photos of your wedding day. After all, those photographs are the one thing you’ll have left to remember it by.

Which is the very reason we take the job of telling your love story so seriously. And lucky for you, we’ve photographed together for 15 years on over 300 weddings. So, it’s a job we are pretty great at.

sunset wedding photo at Hamilton Farm Golf Club

We know that documenting your love story requires more than an appearance from us on your wedding day. It requires that we develop a great relationship from day one.

That’s why we’ll start by connecting, listening, and paying close attention to what’s important to you! So, come wedding day, we can naturally capture those perfect shots and candid moments that matter to you. And we won’t have to intrude or disrupt a memory to pose or create something inauthentic.

wedding photo at goat hill overlook

We believe you should aim high when it comes to photos of your wedding day. After all, those photographs are the one thing you’ll have left to remember it by.

Which is the very reason we take the job of telling your love story so seriously. And lucky for you, we’ve photographed together for 15 years on over 300 weddings. So, it’s a job we are pretty great at.

We know that documenting your love story requires more than an appearance from us on your wedding day. It requires that we develop a great relationship from day one.

That’s why we’ll start by connecting, listening, and paying close attention to what’s important to you! So, come wedding day, we can naturally capture those perfect shots and candid moments that matter to you. And we won’t have to intrude or disrupt a memory to pose or create something inauthentic.

sunset wedding photo at Hamilton Farm Golf Club
sunset wedding photo at Hamilton Farm Golf Club

We know that documenting your love story requires more than an appearance from us on your wedding day. It requires that we develop a great relationship from day one.

That’s why we’ll start by connecting, listening, and paying close attention to what’s important to you! So, come wedding day, we can naturally capture those perfect shots and candid moments that matter to you. And we won’t have to intrude or disrupt a memory to pose or create something inauthentic.

Because we know that you want to create even more incredible moments to add to that already beautiful love story!

And we want to create GREAT images that go along with them.

His Legacy Lives On

*Matt Here

I learned first hand the importance of forever images from my grandfather, who ran Douglas Meaney Studios in Plainfield, NJ for over 60 years.

Growing up I would help him in his studio and not only learned the ins and outs of photography, but I must have inherited his entrepreneurial spirit too. I eventually followed in his footsteps, pursuing a career and a business in photography. And from there, Matthew Douglas Photography was born.

This business is his namesake, and it makes me so proud to say that his legacy lives on.

I learned first hand the importance of forever images from my grandfather, who ran Douglas Meaney Studios in Plainfield, NJ for over 60 years.

Growing up I would help him in his studio and not only learned the ins and outs of photography, but I must have inherited his entrepreneurial spirit too. I eventually followed in his footsteps, pursuing a career and a business in photography. And from there, Matthew Douglas Photography was born.

This business is his namesake, and it makes me so proud to say that his legacy lives on.

I learned first hand the importance of forever images from my grandfather, who ran Douglas Meaney Studios in Plainfield, NJ for over 60 years.

Growing up I would help him in his studio and not only learned the ins and outs of photography, but I must have inherited his entrepreneurial spirit too. I eventually followed in his footsteps, pursuing a career and a business in photography. And from there, Matthew Douglas Photography was born.

This business is his namesake, and it makes me so proud to say that his legacy lives on.

Two Loves Collide.

*Hi, I’m Carrie.

While I guess you could say I married into this business, I have always had my own love for photography. So, it definitely makes sense that I married a handsome photographer.

Shortly after we began dating, I started to help Matt when he would need an extra set of hands-on a shoot. My job was to change film backs and haul gear. Then, when he opened his own studio, we began regularly photographing together. It was then that I became his permanent number two.

While I guess you could say I married into this business, I have always had my own love for photography. So, it definitely makes sense that I married a handsome photographer.

Shortly after we began dating, I started to help Matt when he would need an extra set of hands-on a shoot. My job was to change film backs and haul gear. Then, when he opened his own studio, we began regularly photographing together. It was then that I became his permanent number two.

While I guess you could say I married into this business, I have always had my own love for photography. So, it definitely makes sense that I married a handsome photographer.

Shortly after we began dating, I started to help Matt when he would need an extra set of hands-on a shoot???????. My job was to change film backs and haul gear. Then, when he opened his own studio, we began regularly photographing together. It was then that I became his permanent number two.

*We’re Better Together Too.

We photograph every single wedding together. Every single time. So, rather than wondering and worrying about who will be the second photographer on your wedding day, you already know.

 

With us what you see, is what you get.

“I wanted to make sure I was super comfortable with whoever was going to be following us around all day snapping pictures of us, and Matt and Carrie were the best. A perfect working couple together!”

-Amanda T.

An Integral Part

Believe it or not, you’ll spend most of your wedding day with your photographer. (Sometimes even more than with each other!) So, it’s not just the work you need to love. It’s the people behind the cameras!

We want you to see the photography as a fun part of your wedding. Not just another item to check off or something to “get through”.

Which is why, as you plan your day, we’ll be there to help make the process less stressful and more enjoyable. We’ll remain flexible and available to you with consistent and open communication. And we’ll always remain focused on what’s most important to you.

Want a first look? Are detail shots important? What about family photos? Send us a list of your must-have photos and your list of family portraits. Then, we’ll walk you through a timeline and come up with a plan.

Come wedding day, we won’t let you spend your day worrying about what photos are next or what else you have to do. Instead, we’ll make sure we get everything you’re looking for quickly and efficiently so that you can go enjoy the party… knowing we’re there capturing it all!

Which is why, as you plan your day, we’ll be there to help make the process less stressful and more enjoyable. We’ll remain flexible and available to you with consistent and open communication. And we’ll always remain focused on what’s most important to you.

Want a first look? Are detail shots important? What about family photos? Send us a list of your must-have photos and your list of family portraits. Then, we’ll walk you through a timeline and come up with a plan.

Come wedding day, we won’t let you spend your day worrying about what photos are next or what else you have to do. Instead, we’ll make sure we get everything you’re looking for quickly and efficiently so that you can go enjoy the party… knowing we’re there capturing it all!

That Little Extra Something 

We’re not just here to hold a camera…We’re here to make your day amazing! And if we have to do something outside of our job description in order to do that, then, that’s what we’ll do. Need water or a cocktail? Got it. Need someone to hold your purse? No problem. Dress malfunction? On it.

And if you decide you want an impromptu photo with your sorority sisters or a special photo with your friends, just say the word. After all, that is what we’re here for. 

From start to finish it was a pleasure working with Matt and Carrie. My wedding day was eventful and they were there every step of the way! Not only did they capture our day beautifully and we felt so comfortable with them, but they couldn’t have been more helpful or willing to step up when a situation needed to be handled!

-Chelsea D.

His + Hers

His:

Not quite high school sweethearts, but pretty close! I had been lifeguarding for a few weeks when Carrie showed up one day. My first thought was “I have to find a way to meet this girl.” It took me about a week of flirting back and forth at work before I worked up the nerve to ask her on a date.

Hers:

I wasn’t looking to meet anyone. Working as a lifeguard, single, and headed off to college, I was ready to enjoy my summer living at the beach. One afternoon, as I was walking across a bridge to rotate guard stations I saw this super cute lifeguard. Enter Matt. 

It didn’t take me long to realize that he wasn’t just cute. He was nice, funny, driven, and honest too. And as fate would have it, I met my future husband that afternoon and I’ve been by his side ever since.

Absolutely the best! They were everything they promised and more. We had a blast working with them. Professional, accommodating, experienced, and so much fun! And our pictures came out absolutely stunning.

-Eliza E.