Larissa & Cameron | Southern California, Vineyard Wedding

admin | 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!

Busy Season

admin | 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



Grace & Noah | Country Home Wedding in Silvana, Washington

admin | 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!

Carrie & David | Camano Island, Washington Wedding

admin | 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

Stacie & Marcus | Bellingham Wedding

admin | 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!

Beth & Brian | Bellingham Wedding

admin | May 29, 2011

Beth & Brian had a lovely wedding in Bellingham, Washington, in the middle of May. It was a fun event to be a part of, with so much excitement in the air, and lots family and close friends to share it with.  Here are a few favorites from the day. Enjoy, and Congratulations to the happy couple!

Alli & Corbin | Mt. Vernon, Washington Engagement Session

admin | April 29, 2011

Corbin & Alli are engaged! We grabbed our gear and headed out one beautiful evening last week, and here is a glimpse of what we came up with. We had a great time collaborating ideas and getting these images, and I love how they turned out. Congratulations guys!

Nathan & Coni | La Serena, Chile Destination Wedding

admin | January 26, 2011

Nathan and Coni had a beautiful Destination wedding in La Serena, Chile.  Following these two, and their families around Chile, was truly an epic experience and led many great memories and images (more of the trip will be sure to appear on here later). The wedding was gorgeous, located just up the Elqui Valley, about 30 km From Chile’s oldest city, La Serena, in a small town called “El Molle.”  Great food, delicious Chilean Wine, Picso Sours (a local drink), the sun, amazing people, dancing, and great conversation all made this two week wedding adventure unforgettable for all involved.

Here are a few of Nathan & Coni that came from our days together before the wedding as we explored La Serena, enjoying the sun, wine, and awesomeness.

we spent a few days in Santiago, the country’s capital, before taking the 8 hour bus ride to La Serena. This was taken in the subway, that we used plenty to get around the city.

a moment alone

Nathan and Coni with Family at his parents hotel days before the wedding.

Here’s Coni moments before she walked down the isle.

Nathan, finishing up his vows.

Cocktail hour/toasts began right after the kiss, when champagne was brought out to everyone. Nathan looks pleased to be married here.

love this

Talking about photos before wedding as we walked around the city, we knew we wanted something with cactus. This is what we got.

El Molle

Congratulations guys! It was an honor to be a part or this wedding. I’ll put up more photos of pre wedding stuff, and the family soon.


Cub & Sarah | Lancaster, Pennsylvania Wedding Photography | Sneak Peak

admin | January 15, 2011

Cub and Sarah were married just outside of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. It was a white wedding with all of that East Coast snow trying to get in. We showed that snow who was boss and took ourselves to it, got cold and got some great images. Here’s just a sneak peak. Congratulations Cub and Sarah! More to come soon!

Jaimie & Ben | Seattle Wedding | Special Guests

admin | November 21, 2010

Jaime and Ben! I can’t say that I have ever had the opportunity to take part in any wedding quite like theirs! The wedding was beautiful and full of meaning. Location: The Urban Light Studios in Seattle, Washington. It was a gorgeous celebration with nothing “normal” about it, I think not being normal was the goal and this let their creative personalities come through in the details. The special Star Wars guests were there in honor of Jaimie’s brother who was a big fan and recently passed away [10MY].

walking back down the isle after the kiss

getting ready


Jaimie and Ben with the bride’s father, who performed the ceremony.


Jaimie is cool. I like it.

Jaimie and Bride’s maid

Jaime was the designer and florist for the wedding, I loved the details.

flowers &  the happy couple

wonderful

Jaimie checking in with the bartender.


Darth Vader walked her down the isle. There is a first time for everything.



Grandma and Chewy

The Family.


cocktail hour



Darth Vader, Jaimie, & Obi Wan Kenobi. Just rolls off the tongue.



Jaimie and friends

The flower girl.


Lots of good lounging area at the Urban Light Studios.



The flower girl tries out a new role & even Chewbacca gets tired at the end of a good party.





Ben mingling with guests

Sitting back and enjoying her party. LOVE IT.