A black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss. The groom is wearing a tuxedo with a bow tie and the bride is wearing a wedding dress with intricate lace and pearls, with pearl earrings.

You’re getting married !

Photography has always been more than a job to me. It is a way to preserve the moments that become part of your story for generations to come.

It wasn’t until I married my husband, Kaden, that I truly understood the priceless gift of wedding imagery. Looking back at our own photographs, I’m immediately transported back to the joy, the promises, and the feeling of beginning our life together.

That is why I believe your wedding photographs should be more than beautiful images. They should preserve the emotions and moments that made your day uniquely yours.

After over a decade of documenting weddings, my approach blends documentary storytelling with editorial artistry, creating photographs that feel effortless, intentional, and true to your story.

A bride and groom holding hands and walking in front of a vintage car on a residential street in front of a modern house with desert landscaping, palm trees, and mountains in the background.
A white floral bouquet with green stems, three rings, and a trail of white beads or small flowers on a gray surface
A white wedding dress hanging on a wooden hanger attached to a stone fireplace wall.
A woman in a wedding dress looks down at another person adjusting her shoe while another woman stands nearby in a room.
A bride in a strapless wedding gown and long gloves stands near a stone fireplace, with a woman fixing her hair, while multiple women observe in the foreground, in an indoor setting.
A white ceramic vase with a handle holding white calla lilies and tall green grass against a background of a framed piece of art, a wooden window blind, and a white wall with handwritten notes.
A woman in a white wedding dress stands outdoors in front of a modern house with a white exterior, surrounded by desert plants including cacti and yuccas. The scene is illuminated by sunlight, and a vintage car is parked nearby.
A man in a black suit and black shirt standing outdoors on a street with palm trees and cars in the background, captured in black-and-white.
Black-and-white photo of a couple holding hands during a wedding ceremony, with the groom wearing a suit and the bride wearing a dress with embroidery.
A couple dressed in wedding attire holding hands on a street near a classic car, with palm trees and a modern house in the background and mountains in the distance.
Line of tall palm trees with wide green fronds against blue sky, desert mountains in the background, lush green bushes in the foreground.
A Kansas City bride at La Villa holding a bouquet of white flowers and garland, facing a group of nine women in pastel-colored dresses, who are reacting emotionally, possibly crying or laughing, outside a building with green window frames.
White ballet flats with bows on a piano keyboard, candles, lace cloth, and a vase with flowers on a dark wooden table.
A bride in a white wedding dress is surrounded by bridesmaids in matching pink satin dresses inside a room with a stone fireplace and large windows.
View of a house with large windows and a glass door, surrounded by green trees, plants, and flowers outside.
A black and white photo of a man in a tuxedo and a woman in a wedding dress standing in a rustic room with stone walls. The woman appears to be adjusting or holding her dress, and the man is looking down at her with a smile.
A black-and-white photo of a bride and groom on their wedding day, smiling and touching their noses together, outdoors with palm trees in the background, in Palm Springs, California.
A bride in a white wedding dress and veil, walking on a poolside with four bridesmaids in black dresses holding umbrellas, against a backdrop of palm trees and arranged outdoor dining tables. Palm Spring, California wedding.
Close-up of a person in a white shirt holding a small notepad with handwritten wedding vows, signing or writing, while another person stands nearby.
A bridal party walking outdoors on a grassy field during a wedding celebration. Some are holding bouquets of flowers, and the bride and groom are in the background kissing. Wedding in Manhattan, Kansas at Blue Vista in the Flint Hills.
A black-and-white photograph of a couple at their wedding outdoors, with the groom in a white suit and the bride in a strapless wedding gown. They are gazing into each other's eyes, with the bride's arms around the groom's neck, and the groom's hand
A group of wedding guests, mostly young women in yellow dresses and young men in navy suits, celebrating outdoors near a lake with trees in the background. Two women are kissing in the center, one in a wedding dress and the other in a navy suit, surr
Women dressed in black sitting outdoors under white parasols at a garden wedding or event, with palm trees and a chandelier hanging from a white canopy in the background.
A wedding ceremony taking place inside a church with stained glass windows, where a bride and groom are standing in front of an altar surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen.
Bride and groom descending outside stairs of a church, at La Villa in Kansas City, with the groom carrying the bride's train, smiling.
A wedding ceremony taking place inside a bright, modern church with large windows and wooden vaulted ceilings. The bride and groom are kissing at the altar, surrounded by seated guests who are smiling and taking photos.
A group of bridesmaids caught on black and white at a Kansas city wedding with buildings in the background.
A bride and groom standing on the steps of a light-colored chapel, holding hands and looking at each other, with bushes and a sign that says "La Iglesia."
Kansas City wedding photographer, editorial / documentary true-toned film inspired wedding photography
A newlywed couple walking hand in hand through their wedding reception, documentary style & editorial photography.
Kansas City wedding photographer, editorial / documentary true-toned film inspired wedding photography
A newlywed couple cutting a wedding cake at their celebration, with a white, two-tier cake topped with assorted fresh grapes and berries, in a decorated venue.
A couple dressed in wedding attire, the woman in a white gown with lace gloves and the man in a black tuxedo, standing outdoors with sunny weather.
Group of people dressed in formal attire at an outdoor event near a body of water with trees in the background. They are smiling and laughing, with some showing excitement or joy.
A group of people in formal attire celebrating outdoors, with some raising their hands, trees, and a clear sky in the background.
A black-and-white photo of a young man and woman sitting together on a staircase. The man has wavy hair, light skin, and is looking away with a serious expression, wearing a dark suit. The woman has wavy hair, darker skin, and is looking slightly to
Close-up of two people holding hands, one wearing a black suit and the other in a white lace wedding dress, with their hands intertwined.

What People Are Saying

  • “She made me and my husband feel so comfortable and hyped us up the whole time. Her work is not merely photos...but ART! She is so talented and you will not regret having her capture some of the biggest moments in your life or even just the small ones.”

    – Natalie S | 2021 Kansas City Bride & Returning Client

  • “One thing I love about [Mattea] is that she asks questions to make you feel comfortable and genuinely wants to hear the answers, while also capturing the beautiful candid moments. She will always let you into the process and allow you to voice your ideas during your shoot. I highly recommend her if you're looking for a relaxing, genuine, and overall fun shoot with high quality photos!! Mattea is the absolute best and so good at what she does!”

    — Rachel B | 2024 Bride & Returning Client

  • “I still can’t believe how perfectly she captured the tiniest of details at our wedding!”

    — Antoinette H | 2023 Kansas Bride & Returning Client

  • "The photos turned out beautifully. She has an incredible eye for detail and captured moments we didn’t even realize were happening. We couldn’t be happier with how everything turned out, and we’ll definitely be booking with her again for any future shoots!”

    - Ally L, 2026 Bride & Returning Client

  • “Mattea has always gone above and beyond in her craft. I have loved every single photo she has ever delivered! … She’s professional and timely with her business. I can confidently trust that I will get a STUNNING gallery back in a very timely manner. She is the bestie photographer everyone needs! I couldn’t recommend her enough. She will make your photo dreams a reality!”

    – Samantha Q | 2020 Bride & Returning Client

  • “Mattea is truly the best of the best. She’s captured so much of my family’s life over the last 5 years. Engagement, wedding, and family photos with our baby! She is so comforting to be around and will do everything for you. She is a fabulous director and even better at capturing the small moments. Documentary style shooting is so special and truly represents what life is like where you’re at.”

    – Reagan D | 2021 Bride & Returning Client

WEDDING COLLECTIONS

Wedding & elopement collections can include…

→ Mattea as lead photographer

→ Professionally edited images in an online gallery

→ 35mm film developed & scanned in final gallery

→ Timeline planning support

→ $100 off engagement session*

→ Rehearsal dinner coverage

→ Second photographer

*Select collections include a full engagement session

  • Full-service wedding collections begin at $4k, with most couples investing $5k.

  • Typically 50 guests or less

    Custom coverage for elopements and micro-weddings begins at $2000.

  • Free or discounted when booked alongside weddings!

    Click here for further pricing and information!

INQUIRE

Now booking 2027 & 2027 weddings & destination celebrations worldwide.

No travel fees for weddings.

Recent Work

An Editorial Kansas City Wedding at La Villa

2025

A Beautiful Kansas Wedding in the Flint Hills

2026

An Elegant Bridal Session in Old Las Palmas, Palm Springs

2026

A Timeless Elopement at the Topeka State Capitol

2026

A newlywed couple, woman in a white wedding dress and veil, and man in a dark suit, are touching foreheads and smiling during an outdoor wedding ceremony.
A group of people dressed in formal and semi-formal attire, smiling and laughing outdoors near a lake with trees and hilly landscape in the background.
A blurred black-and-white photo of a couple walking past a parked car on a street. A house and trees are visible in the background, and the couple is holding hands, with the woman wearing a gown.
A group of people dressed in formal black attire gathered outside a large white house with a tile roof and palm trees, reflected in a swimming pool.
Pair of white sneakers with bows, black sunglasses, earrings, and two rings on a rough dark surface.
A group of women in pink pajamas sitting or lying on a bed, with one woman in a white robe applying lipstick and others posing and smiling.
A woman sitting on a chair, wearing a strapless dress with long gloves, with curly hair and makeup, in a room with plain walls and a hardwood floor.
A group of eight women in colorful dresses standing outdoors, reacting with surprise and joy as they look at a woman in a white dress in front of them. The scene is set against a beige wall with green window frames.
Bridal party of seven women walking on grass outdoors, holding bouquets, with trees and cloudy sky in background.
White calla lily flowers arranged in a tall, white ceramic vase, placed indoors with a framed painting and a green window shutter in the background.
A group of seven men in tuxedos standing on steps outside a building, posing for a photo. They appear formal and well-dressed.
A black-and-white photograph of a wedding ceremony with a couple sharing a kiss, surrounded by draped curtains. There are two men in suits, one holding a microphone, and other guests present, with a large window in the background.
Close-up of a lace and tulle fabric, possibly part of a wedding dress, draped over a stone ledge or bench.
A group of wedding guests walking outdoors on a grassy area near a river, dressed in beige and pastel formal attire, celebrating on a partly cloudy day.
A group of women at a wedding, smiling and laughing, with the bride in a wedding dress and veil holding a bouquet, outdoors in an urban setting.
A couple in wedding attire kissing in front of a large window with sunlight and greenery outside. The bride holds a bouquet of white flowers. The groom is wearing a black tuxedo, and the bride is wearing a strapless white wedding gown.
Group of wedding guests, including the bride and groom, celebrating on the steps of a building with large windows and columns. Some guests are raising their hands and smiling, and a woman in a floral dress is holding a bouquet.
A black and white photograph of a man and woman standing hand in hand among large rocks on a beach. The man wears a light jacket over a shirt and dark pants, while the woman wears a long, flowing dress. They are looking at each other with a rocky cli
A black-and-white photo of a newlywed couple sharing a kiss indoors. The woman has long, wavy hair and is wearing a strapless wedding dress, holding a bouquet of white roses. The man has short hair and a beard, dressed in a suit, and is holding the w
A groom in a black tuxedo holding a bride's wedding dress while descending outdoor stairs of a church during a wedding ceremony.
Older man and woman walking hand in hand outdoors, smiling, with a group of people in the background, steps, and a building.
Elegant indoor event space decorated with white tablecloths, pink and white floral centerpieces, and surrounded by large windows with a view of trees and water outside.
People dressed in formal attire gathered outside at an evening event with palm trees and string lights overhead.
Black and white photo of a social gathering with many people in an outdoor patio area illuminated by string lights. People are mingling, talking, and standing around tables.
People gathered at an indoor social event, some hugging, with a table holding flowers and drinks, and large windows in the background.
A bride and groom holding hands and walking together at their wedding reception, surrounded by seated guests who are clapping and smiling.
People sitting at a long dinner table raising glasses for a toast in a warmly lit room.
A man and woman holding hands in front of a pink house with a driveway, surrounded by palm trees and bushes.
Black-and-white photo of a man in a white suit with a boutonniere, standing outdoors near a body of water. He has curly hair and is smiling.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom standing outdoors on a grassy field, looking into each other's eyes. The groom is wearing a light-colored suit, and the bride is in a strapless wedding gown with a veil.
Vase of white calla lilies surrounded by lit candles in glass holders on a table.