PHOTO & FILM
COLLECTION GUIDE
in Pittsburgh and Beyond
Indie Wedding Photography and Filmmaking
We’re passionate about telling love stories. Together, we bring a blend of creativity, empathy, and technical skill to every wedding we capture. Our goal is to create more than just a wedding film or photo album—we aim to craft a keepsake that you and your loved ones will treasure forever. We believe that every love story is unique, and it’s our privilege to help you preserve yours in the most meaningful way possible.
We’re MATT & PENNY,
the Creatives Behind Carnation Films
Meet Your Filmmakers
Our promises to you
Love
It’s the core of your story, and it’s the core of the experience we provide for you. Love for your wedding, love for your film, and love for the in-between.
Excellence
Your wedding is a once in a lifetime event, so every aspect of your experience with me will be done in excellence. My focus is to create perfect imperfection, just as you and your partner have in your journey together.
Guidance
At every turn I will guide you to ensure you have not only the best wedding film possible, but the best wedding you could have ever dreamed. My promise to you is to make you forget there is a camera in the first place.
"Matt and Penny are an absolute joy and the best of the best! We felt so comfortable with them on our wedding day and it honestly felt like we were spending time with friends.
"Matt and Penny are an absolute joy"
"Matt and Penny are LOVELY and so incredibly talented. They work so hard and have such vision. We felt so special in trusting our wedding day under their talent."
"Matt and Penny are LOVELY and so incredibly talented."
"They took the time to get to know us and about what we wanted out of our video. I would highly recommend them to any couple looking for a videographer."
"I would highly recommend them to any couple"
Honest | Feel-Good | Nostalgic
Collections
- Full-Day Coverage
- 2 Filmmakers (Matt + Associate)
- 2 Photographers (Penny + Associate)
- Engagement Session
- Story Session
- 9-12 Minute Story Film
- 1 Minute Teaser Film
- Full Day Documentary Film (Includes Full Ceremony and Toasts)
- Unlimited Edited Images
- Drone Footage
- Priority Edit (Faster Delivery)
- Online gallery/download
The Heirloom
- Full-Day Coverage
- 1 Filmmakers (Matt)
- 1 Photographers (Penny)
- Engagement Session
- 5-7 Minute Story Film
- 1 Minute Teaser Film
- Full Day Documentary Film (Includes Full Ceremony and Toasts)
- Unlimited Edited Images
- Drone Footage
- Online gallery/download
The Documentary
- Full-Day Coverage
- 1 Filmmaker (Matt)
- 1 Photographer (Penny)
- 5-7 Minute Story Film
- 1 Minute Teaser Film
- Ceremony Film
- Toasts Film
- Unlimited Edited Images
- Drone Footage
- Online gallery/download
The Keepsake
- Full-Day Coverage
- 1 Filmmaker (Matt)
- 1 Photographer (Penny)
- 5-7 Minute Story Film
- Unlimited Edited Images
- Drone Footage
- Online gallery/download
The Portrait
- 8mm Film (3 Rolls) - 1000
- Content Creation - 1500
- 9-12 Minute Story Film - 800
- Second Photographer - 500
- Second Videographer - 500
Add-Ons
Hear what Amanda & Jacob have to say about us
Don't just take our word for it
If our work speaks to you, we’d love to connect! Start by filling out our inquiry form, where you can tell us about your wedding plans and what you’re envisioning for your photos and film. We’ll follow up with a Zoom call to get to know each other better, discuss your vision, and answer any questions you might have. After our call, we’ll send you a custom proposal tailored to your needs.
Once you’re ready to move forward, you’ll sign a contract and pay a 50% retainer to secure your wedding date. From that moment on, we’re officially part of your wedding journey!
If your collection includes an engagement or story session, we’ll meet up before the big day to capture some beautiful moments. This session helps us get to know you better and adds a personal touch to your final wedding film or photo album.
About a month before your wedding, we’ll meet on zoom (or grab a coffee if you're down) to go over your timeline and any important details. This ensures that we’re fully prepared to capture every moment that matters to you. We'll also spend some time here getting to know each other.
On your wedding day, we’ll be there capturing every meaningful glance, every laugh, and every tear. You focus on enjoying your day; we’ll take care of preserving it.
After your wedding, we carefully edit and curate your photos and films. You’ll receive your beautifully crafted images and videos on a personalized website, where you can easily download and share them with family and friends. Our contract states 4-6 months for delivery.
"Not only are Matt and Penny very talented photographers/videographers, they're awesome people that are great to work with, and hang out with!"
"Book them now. They're the best!"
"Their work is beyond incredible and some of the best out there! We are so thankful we were able to snage them for our big day since they book up so fast!"
"They instantly become your best friends"
"Our favorite part, the finished product, was everything that we could have asked for (and more)! We highly reccomend this fantastic team"
"They truly invested in our vision"
"They were so easy to work with and made everything so relaxed and casual, and captured the exact emotion of every part of our day!"
"COuldn't have asked for better"
Matt & Penny's
Authentic &
Honest
Warm &
Nostaglic
Raw &
Intentional
When will we receive our photos and film?
Typically, you can expect to receive your photo gallery within 8-10 weeks after your wedding day. For your wedding film, the delivery time is usually 12-16 weeks (Contract states 4-6 months). This allows us to carefully edit and craft each image and frame, ensuring everything is perfect and beautifully captures the essence of your day.
Can we book you for just photography or just videography?
Yes, you can! While we love working together to create a seamless and cohesive visual story, we understand that every couple’s needs are different. Whether you’re looking for just photography, just videography, or a combination of both, we’re happy to tailor our services to fit your vision. We’ll work closely with you to ensure that whichever service you choose, the final result is a beautiful and timeless representation of your wedding day.
Can you work with our wedding planner or coordinator to ensure everything goes smoothly?
Absolutely! We love collaborating with wedding planners and coordinators to ensure everything runs smoothly on your big day. We’ll work closely with them to finalize timelines, manage logistics, and make sure we’re in the right place at the right time to capture all the important moments. Communication is key, and we’re committed to making your wedding day as seamless and enjoyable as possible.
How do you handle unexpected weather or lighting conditions on the wedding day?
We’re experienced in adapting to all kinds of weather and lighting situations. Whether it’s a sunny day, a cloudy sky, or a surprise rain shower, we’re equipped to handle it all. We bring backup equipment and scout your venue ahead of time to plan for any lighting conditions, ensuring your photos and film look stunning no matter the weather.
Do you shoot LGBTQ weddings?
Absolutely! Love is love and all we care about is working with kind and caring people.
When should I reach out?
As soon as you can! We only take on a select amount of weddings and our books fill up fast. The worst part of our job is turning people away.
Who picks the music for our film?
The short answer is we do. Part of our process is getting to know you and your taste in music. Selecting music is an important part of the filmmaking process and requires a lot of thought beyond liking a song. Trust us, we always nail the vibe.
