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Joshua Tree, Palm Springs, Big Bear, Idyllwild & Beyond!
Document this historic chapter of your story through multiple lenses - digital, film, and Super 8. From pre-planning to that spontaneous sunset chase, you’re not just investing in photos but in an emotional, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Whether you’re planning a “just the two of you” elopement in Joshua Tree National Park (which just so happens to be my backyard!) or an intimate destination wedding in Hawaii, I’m there to capture it all.
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Hey there, I’m Mattie!
An Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographer based in Southern California, Serving Couples Who are Planning Their Day Completely Void of Traditional Expectations
I’m not just in the business of wedding photography; I’m in the art of storytelling. I’m passionate about capturing the joyous spontaneity that makes your love story, well, yours! I’m a firm believer that life is all about your uniqueness and individuality, so why should your wedding day or portrait session reflect anything other than that?
My mission is to emotionally invest in you, to bring out your unique love in a vibrant, nostalgic, and profoundly personal way.
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Southern California Intimate Wedding & Elopement Photographer for Couples Who Embrace Spontaneity, Adventure, and the Bright Moments in Life
This is a safe space to let your wedding day vision run wild
This isn't just about photos; it's a personalized adventure that honors your quirky love story, celebrates your free spirit, and creates lasting memories. You deserve so much more than just a photographer - you deserve someone who tells your love story with heartfelt intention for your grandest adventure yet! Someone who understands the depth of human connection, is dedicated to their craft, and is willing to help you plan the heck out of your wedding day or portrait session!
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Committing to ‘forever’ is kind of a big deal - you deserve to be present for every moment!
If so, you’ll love Super 8 + 35mm Film
Looking to relive your wedding through a nostalgic, vintage-inspired medium?
Super 8 films are the epitome of nostalgia and reliving these amazing moments through vintage-inspired memories. In lieu or in addition to traditional or cinematic videography, Super 8 is a great way to add a fun element of reliving your day for years to come. It’s a little grainy, a lot of vintage. I am always inspired by old home videos for my childhood and recreating these emotions through Super 8 films (all filmed on vintage cameras from the 60s-80s decades!) I adore anything vintage that brings back the not-so-perfect-but-so-FUN memories from my childhood.
The exact same goes for 35mm film. It’s grainy, candid, fun feels that are a great way to get a little more of that raw emotion from your day. Both of these options are available as add-ons to all of my photography packages!
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Feel the nostalgia, remember the moment.
Slide through some of my favorite film photos…
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I’m pretty passionate about my values, and I hope you are too!
Come just as you are! LGBTQIA+- Everyone is welcome in front of my lens!
Inclusivity
Come just as you are! LGBTQIA+- Everyone is welcome in front of my lens!
What you see is what you get, always. Don’t expect some stuffy, unrelatable photographer - I’m about as down-to-earth as they come!
What you see is what you get, always. Don’t expect some stuffy, unrelatable photographer - I’m about as down-to-earth as they come!
Authenticity
I invest emotionally in each and every story I tell and stay close to my couples long after your wedding day. My passion for you and your love doesn’t stop once the wedding day is over! Catch me responding to your Instagram stories and commenting on your anniversary posts, always. Lifelong friendship is an extra!
I invest emotionally in each and every story I tell and stay close to my couples long after your wedding day. My passion for you and your love doesn’t stop once the wedding day is over! Catch me responding to your Instagram stories and commenting on your anniversary posts, always. Lifelong friendship is an extra!
passion
I am, more than anything, dedicated to my craft. It’s not often that you get to have your dream job, so it’s an honor I don’t take lightly!
Expertise
I am, more than anything, dedicated to my craft. It’s not often that you get to have your dream job, so it’s an honor I don’t take lightly!
Love stories from the blog
Check out some recent adventures!
NYC Engagement Session | Julia and Zach
Eclectic San Francisco City Hall Elopement | Lauren And Patrick
Max Patch, North Carolina – Sam And Mic’s Adventure Maternity Session
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radiant reviews from radiant souls
L&P
“Mattie has an incredible eye for detail and composition, and was able to capture the love and joy between us perfectly.
From the very beginning, Mattie was patient and understanding, taking the time to get to know us and our vision for the shoot. She was adventurous, willing to go to any location we desired in Joshua Tree, and even suggested some beautiful spots we hadn’t considered. In short, if you are in need of a talented, adventurous, and fun engagement photographer, look no further than Mattie O’Neil Photography. She truly exceeded all of our expectations and we are so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with her”
- Lauren & Patrick
V&D
“Mattie was an absolute dream to work with and to say her photos are unbelievably outstanding would be an understatement.
She photographed our intimate elopement and captured the moments so beautifully. The look and style of the photos is exactly what I had dreamed of - it's like she read my mind. She gave my husband and me expert direction, while still allowing us to be natural (and we are both very camera shy). I hope we have a chance to work with her again in the future."
- Valerie & Dean
A&D
“Mattie's talent, creativity, and ability to capture genuine moments are truly remarkable.
Let me start by saying that Mattie is an absolute gem! From our initial inquiry to the final result, her promptness and attentiveness were outstanding. She effortlessly helped direct us, ensuring we felt so comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. All the photos she took looked absolutely gorgeous! This was our first experience with a professional photographer together and we couldn't be happier with the outcome.”
- Amber & Dave
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From deciding on your guest list to planning your budget, this guide contains everything you need to know about planning your wedding or elopement abroad!
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The only thing you should be doing is dreaming up your grandest adventure yet - I’ll handle the rest!
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