Behind the Lens
“The voyage of discovery is not in seeking new landscapes but in having new eyes.” - Marcel Proust
My photography style is a culmination of my creative passion and deep fondness for art and old world romance. I believe celebrations can be reimagined with a sense of poetic narrative. Greatly inspired by impressionist artists, I combine my love for photography with classical art. I take inspiration from my favourite artists: Monet, Van Gogh, Pissarro, Rembrandt, etc. Their teachings on composition, colour, and lighting are foundations to my work.
To all artistic souls— bold and imbued with irresistible confidence, ready to make a statement; let’s celebrate our presence in this world, unreal and grand in its complexities. May we create a moment of escape in the parallels of art and wedding celebrations.
“JOIN US AS WE WED WHEN THE SUN SETS OVER THE JARDIN…”
A large part of my job and one that I value most is taking photos that will impact people for years to come. Wedding photographs are your legacy, and I don’t take this responsibility lightly. At weddings, there are countless beautiful details and subjects to photograph, but at the back of my mind, I feel a deep sense of obligation to photograph beyond what is “typical”. What does it really mean to take a great photo? And how can I evoke a specific feeling through photographs?
The true meaning and legacy of my work is how my photos will impact people for years to come. Will they become your family heirloom to be passed down for years to come? I value your experience and what my work can offer you above anything else.
Enjoy this curation of some of my favourite wedding photographs. Celebrating the wanders of life, from Vancouver to Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mexico, France, Scotland, to Thailand... A collection imbued with the sun-drenched spirits of the wonderful people I had the fortune to work with, in spectacular destinations around the world.
Wondering about minimum investment, post production time, my editing process? Here are some frequently asked questions answered!
Kind words
“Throughout this whole experience, Mattie was so accommodating, friendly, and professional. She was extremely responsive to our e-mails and went above and beyond the call of duty for both the engagement shoot and on the wedding day to accommodate us and ensure that we got all of the shots we wanted in a timely and efficient manner. As we decided not to hire a videographer, our expectations for photography were very high. Mattie, without question, exceeded those expectations significantly. She is truly amazing at what she does and on top of that she has such a delightful and wonderful personality. We were extremely impressed with her work ethic and pleasant demeanor, and we would recommend Mattie without hesitation for any event calling for a professional photographer.” - Chanelle & Alex
My Other Interests
Fashion / Editorial Photography
My photography journey actually began with fashion and portraiture work. As much as I enjoy shooting weddings and engagements, I also find much joy in working as a creative director. Getting to plan a shoot from start to finish is a great way to ignite my creative passion! It is also a great way for me to put more meaning behind my work.
Published in Vogue Italia. You can find more of this shoot of Cinobi’s (one of my favourite designers!) couture gowns here. Hopefully this shoot goes to show (for Chinese brides-to-be) that honouring Chinese heritage can also be a veritable fashion statement, and can be done so in an elegant, sophisticated way.
Spending time with my dog, Pixie
On days that I’m not shooting, you can find me editing away with my little sheltie on my lap, or out on a walk with her. Pixie was rescued from an unethical breeder who kept her in a cage for five years. From these years of neglect, she was left with a deformed hip, dislocated knee and zero positive contact with humans. Even her foster family gave up on her as her condition was hopeless. After months of rehabilitation, surgeries and giving her as much love as possible, she eventually gained trust in us. Every dog deserves a chance. Watching her rediscover love and hope has been the most rewarding experience of my life. Today Pixie has a puppy-like curiosity to the world, loves to smell rocks, and loves to cuddle!
Enjoy what the world has to offer
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” – Mark Twain
Shot from my time exploring the ethereal Jasper National Park. With travel photography I hope to unveil (and remember) the magnificence of the world that we live in. Unfortunately, with climate change, we must realise what is at stake and what we must do to preserve for the future of our planet. If you’re also interested in giving back to the world, here’s an organisation I donate to that plants trees.
“All of our guests were amazed by the quality of her work. When we think back at our wedding, and look at the photographs from Mattie, we realize how she captured the emotions of the day with absolute perfection. Her photographs are beautiful reminders of the time we shared with family and friends.”
— TIFFANY & MATTHIAS
Press, Awards, Features & Exhibitions
2016 The Beaumont Studios: Through the Lens Photography Exhibition
2016 Novel Fineries: Novel Fineries Pocket Art: An Interview with June Lau on Heritage Art and Narratives
2016 Novel Fineries: Paris Fashion Week Exhibition
2017 Narcity: 15 Super Talented Vancouver Photographers
2017 Narcity: 18 Talented Vancouver Wedding Photographers
2018 Wedding Photographers Society: Best Photo
2018 Pacific Coast Weddings: Engagement at Whytecliff Park
2018 Rocky Mountain Bride: Stunning Sunflower Field Bridals
2019 Bridal Musings: Almond Blossom Editorial
2019 Amber and Muse: Bride with a Pearl Earring
2019 Grey Likes Weddings: East Meets West Inspiration
2019 Dear Bride: An Ethereal Mountain Bridal Session
2019 West Coast Weddings: Modern Art & Wedding Minimalism
2019 Real Weddings: Enchanted Inspiration at Lynn Canyon Park
2019 Bride and Breakfast: Vow Renewal at Island Shangril-la Hong Kong
2019 Asia Wedding Network: Old World Romance Vow Renewal
2019 Dear Bride: Icy Blue Bridal Inspiration
2020 Vogue Italia: Cinobi
2020 British Columbia Wedding Awards: Finalist
2020 Global Excellence Awards: Best International Wedding Photographer
2020 Trendy Bride: Tai Hang Hong Kong Wedding
2020 Adoré Blog Mariage: “Belle Époque” Bridal Inspiration
2020 Global Excellence Awards: Wedding Photographer of the Year (Canada)
2020 Adoré Blog Mariage: Stunning Bridal Editorial Inspired by Botticelli Primavera’s Painting
2020 Bride and Breakfast: 7 Cute Ways to Announce Your Engagement on Social Media
2021 Wedluxe: Exquisite Garden
2021 Global Business Awards: Best Timeless Wedding & Engagement Photographer (Canada)
2021 LUX Life Magazine: Best Wedding Photographer (Canada)
2022 Peer Space: The 15 Best Wedding Photographers Vancouver
2022 The Best Vancouver: Top 8 Wedding Photographers in Vancouver
2022 The Wed: 15 Best Wedding Photographers in Canada
2023 Wezoree: Best Wedding Photographer In Vancouver
2024 Wezoree: Destination Weddings and Artistic Fusion