Posted By admin on December 8, 2011

Larissa and Cameron had a beautiful outdoor wedding in Southern California, at Lake Oak Meadows. The wedding brought guests from all over the world, and the event felt like a weekend long family & friend reunion. It was a true celebration, and an honor to be a part of such a fun event.

Friends and family from New Zealand, thank you for bringing The Haka to this wedding! (Feel free to have me come shoot your weddings that side of the world!)

Congratulations to Larissa & Cameron, Here is full story in photos, Enjoy!

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Posted By admin on November 28, 2011

Hi Everyone!

It has been a busy and fun last few months, and the blog has been neglected. I just wanted stop in and write a short note to let you know I’m still here, and that blog posts will start showing up again next week. I have a lot of catching up to do, and some work that I am very excited to share with you all. I’ve included just a few teasers!

In the mean time, if you have not found us on Facebook, please stop by and drop us a “like,” I try to keep a little more current there, and it is a great way to stay in touch. Here is our Facebook link: Matthew Land Studios Facebook Page.

If you have friends or family getting married this coming spring or summer please send them this way soon, we are already booking up and would love to get them on the calender!

Thanks for following,

Matthew Land

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Posted By admin on October 7, 2011

Cody and Emily are married! Here is a preview of their beautiful wedding at the Bellevue Club, in Bellevue, Washington. Enjoy these images and Congratulations to Cody and Emily!

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Posted By admin on September 27, 2011

Corbin & Alli were married in Conway, Washington. They had a beautiful outdoor wedding with close friends and family. It was a gorgeous day at a perfect location. I first got to know Corbin and Alli during their engagement shoot, ( check it out HERE ) they are awesome and it has been fun to get to know them more. Here are few favorites from their wedding day. Enjoy, and Congratulations to Corbin and Alli.

Corbin and his brother before the wedding.

the room and view where the girls got ready

a note from corbin

Alli was a gorgeous bride

The ladies

Corbin built a letter press, designed and made these invites.

one of my favorites

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Posted By admin on September 8, 2011

Grace & Noah were married at her family’s beautiful country home on a gorgeous evening. It was a perfect day and night, that came together with beautiful details, an intimate location, perfect weather, and great people. Noah and Grace were relaxed throughout the day giving the wedding a very natural feel, and making it fun for everyone involved.

Beautiful details were the handy work of close friends and family.

Congratulations Noah and Grace!

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Posted By admin on August 24, 2011

Carrie and David | Camano Island, Washington Wedding.

This was a special wedding for me and meant being in my home town with people I have known my whole life. Carrie and David had a beautiful mid morning wedding followed by a lovely outdoor brunch at the bride’s family home on Camano Island. Here are just a few photos of the happy couple from the day. Congratulations Carrie and David!

The couple looked great, and I love the details/party favors

Carrie getting ready at the family home

Bride and beautiful bridesmaids

I love this

the wedding party

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Posted By admin on August 10, 2011

Suzie & Jonny were married this June in Postville, Iowa.

They had a beautiful intimate wedding, with close friends and family, in Suzie’s home town. It was a pleasure to photograph the event, and a great weekend hosted by Suzie’s family; thanks so much for the hospitality. Congratulations! (Here are just a few photos to enjoy while the blog catches up with everything!)

The Wedding Party

The beautiful Bride.

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Posted By admin on July 19, 2011

Stacie and Marcus were married at the beautiful Glen Echo Garden, just outside of Bellingham, Washington.

Both Marcus and Stacie and great friends of mine, and it was an honor to get to be a part of the day. I love these two and the wedding party was a great group as well. We had fun getting these images, from following them into streams to being pushed around the dance floor with camera in hand it was fun – I may have even choked up during the speeches. Here is a mix of photos from their beautiful wedding day. Enjoy!

Stacie and her bridesmaids getting ready

a gorgeous bride & amazing location put the wedding off to a good start

Marcus liked what he saw

I love this one

Stacie’s sister/Maid-of-honor doing her duties

It rained right up until we headed out for photos, clearing up to be perfect all day. The boots were ready though just in case, and came in handy for photos.

I really like everyone in this wedding party, and this photo. They all made the entire day a blast.

6 girls walking through a rocky bottomed stream = entertainment. I laughed and took a lot of photos.

the walk out, groomsman cheering loudly from behind

here they are just leaving the ceremony, you can see the emotion of the day on their faces

the flower girl

Marcus dancing with his Father and Brother

Here are a few for the wedding party… and more

Stacie’s father

Nicole, front and center fought hard! (and is now engaged!)

Marcus built the carriage that they rode away in. Congratulations guys!

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Posted By admin on July 1, 2011

The Civil Wars:

I love live music, so getting to shoot bands usually doesn’t feel like work. When I heard I would have the pleasure of meeting one of my favorites, The Civil Wars, I was very excited. If you have not heard their music, please listen now, and enjoy a few images here. Read the full article written by JC Valle HERE.

In the words of their tour-mate James Vincent “The two of them have been genetically engineered to sing together.” There is really no better way to describe the sound and chemistry that happened on stage. “Williams is the gorgeous brunette who dances to each song like some magical, music, fairy of wonderment and ridiculous harmonies. John Paul is the stoic and soulful guitar player that has a voice to compliment his partner’s feminine and ethereal vibe.” – JC Valle

“Listening to the beginning of their best known song, Poison and Wine which was featured on Grey’s Anatomy in 2009, you begin to wonder if there is such thing as musical ESP. White and Williams seem to be the flagship case. Their ability to perfectly compliment and follow each other musically is astounding.

The encore was a cover of Michael Jackson’s classic Billie Jean. A fantastic way to end a performance in the simple and effortless way it had begun. They need so little to put on a good show. Together, The Civil Wars are just enough.” – JC Valle

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Posted By admin on June 27, 2011

Amanda & Giezi are married, after an amazing weekend wedding in Baja, Mexico.

Amanda & Giezi are both very fun and caring people, and they know how to put on a good wedding. Festivities began a few days before the wedding, and included good food, plenty of sun, bocce ball,  and a group of awesome people, all making the whole event a blast to be a part of.

Much thanks to both of their families for their generous hospitality and fun times shared! Here are a few photos and my attempt at summarizing our time together. Congratulations Amanda and Giezi.

A little relaxation was key to making this wedding what it was, the location, delicious food and tasty drinks all made it easy to do just that.

Beautiful Bride & Bridesmaids

Gieze & his men having breakfast on the morning of, then relaxing before the festivities began.

I really like this arch way.

Giezi & his men getting ready

Flower Girl & Ring Bearer

Amanda with her mom sipping mimosas before the wedding | Amanda’s father proudly giving her away.

… and they’re off. Congratulations guys!

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