Cassie and Pete |Short film| Nestledown, Los Gatos

It might be cyber Monday but for us it's time to unveil our latest creation: Cassie and Pete's beautiful wedding film at Nestledown in Los Gatos.
For starter I absolutely love the venue, maybe my favorite in the Bay because of it's remote location. I always feel that I am in Alice in Wonderland when I shoot over there.
Second I got to work with Kaella Wilson. If you don't know Kaella and are looking for a wedding coordinator, you need to check her website and her beautiful creations. She is awesome to work with and definitely definitely one of my favorite coordinator in the Area. I can't wait to do it again Kaella!
Third, I had a great team that day that gave a 150 percent on the day. We always say that we are only as good as our third shooter. So thank you to Emerald and Dennis for working your butt off for Cassie and Pete on that day.
Last but not least, my amazing clients Cassie and Pete, who trusted us completely on the day and allow us to film their wedding and tell their story, by giving us carte blanche. From the day I met with them, they were on board with whatever I wanted to do, and they knew they had peace of mind by hiring me to deliver a great heirloom to share with their family and friend. So thank you to them!
And now without any further ado, her sis their film.
I hope you enjoy it and as usual if you feel like it drop us some feedback.
Bonne journée, et Joyeuses Fêtes!*
*Have a great day and Happy holidays!







venue: Nestledown
coordinator: Kaella Lynn Wilson
photographer: Jake Odening
caterer: Cafe Prima Vera
flowers: Violetta Flowers
dj: DJ vadim from Dj Jeremy Productions

Wish Upon a Wedding: a fantastic experience

The amazing people behind the scene who were an integral part of this special occasion:

When my good friend Elisheva from a bride's best friend contacted me and asked if I would be willing to participate in Wish Upon A Wedding, I was interested immediately. This non-profit organization generously grants the wishes of brides and grooms who are affected with terminal illnesses. Having lost both of my parents to cancer, participating in this event was very meaningful.
I'm so honored I had the privilege to document Winnie and Joe's day. Winnie was glowing when Joe saw her the first time, and Joe kept murmuring love notes to his gorgeous bride during the photo session.
The experience? Inspired and beautiful, and a blessed event filled with great food, fancy footwork on the dance floor and fond memories.
To learn more about Joe and Winnie and to find out more about Wish Upon a Wedding, please follow the link: Wish Upon A wedding

The amazing people behind the scene who were an integral part of this special occasion:

Venue: Campbell Hall and Gardens, Sausalito, California

Wedding Planner: MB Wedding Design & Events

Photographer: Colson Griffith
Videography (love story): AK Films

Videography (Day of Event): Cinematt

DJ: Sound In Motion

Flowers: Michael Daigain Design

Linens: Napa Valley Linens

Cake: The Cakemaker

Hair and Makeup: Katie Nash Beauty

Nicole and Vince | Short film | San Francisco City Club

Nicole and Vince are one cool couple. Upon meeting with them, I felt this instant connection that makes you want to give your best effort on the day of. And the day did not disappoint. Their stunning wedding reception was held at beautiful San Francisco City Club.

St. Matthew Episcopal in San Mateo, the church they had chosen, was a bit of a challenge as upon arrival and to my surprise, I was told only one cinematographer with one camera was able to film there. But we made lemonade with Lemon, and Robb and Dennis were able inconspicuously get the recording, while I had to shoot from the front only. 

One really neat thing about this wedding is all the personal touches they had which made it so special for them, their family and friends. In the morning prep Nicole's mom was putting together an album pictures retracing her life, while the guys were getting ready enjoying some yummy cooking from Chef Vince. Did I mention that this former star football guard for St. Patrick High school is also an accomplished chef. Another special touch was their favor which were personalized bottle of Olive oil. And Lindsay's speech, Nicole maid of honor who was born 13 hours apart and have been friend ever since was very emotional.
Enjoy their short film.

Nicole and Vince | short film | San Francisco City Club from Matthieu Meynier on Vimeo.

Venue - San Francisco City Club - Lauren Schardt
Ceremony - St. Matthew Episcopal Church
Photography - Lynn Kai Chao
Dj: Elite Entertainment - Maurice
Flower: Kiwi DeVoy
Coordinator - MJ Serafica

Gwen and Jason | San Francisco City Club | Short Film

Where to start with Gwen and Jason wedding. To make a long story short, Jason and I go way back, in fact 1999 when I first came to SF. I met him through the intermediary of friends, and he helped me to settle down in San Francisco, even though he didn't know me much but felt he had to do this to help me find my roots. That's the kind of guy Jason is. Always will ing to help you, even if he has is own problem to deal with. He is definitely one of the most generous guy I have known.

We've always joked that when he get married, I would be his cinematogapher. But life took different turns and we lost sight for a while so when he contacted me to shoot his wedding I was a)stunned, b)happy. "I told you you would shoot my wedding. I'm a man of my words." he told me. And he is. So it's with great pleasure, and a bit of delay that I would like to introduce to you Gwen and Jason short film.

I hope you will enjoy it, and don't hesitate to leave a comment.. If you like what you see you can definitely post it on your Facebook page, and like us at www.facebook.com/likecinematt.

Merci et Happy Valentine's day!

Music licensed through themusicbed.com and songfreedom.com

Reception Venue: san francisco city club

Photographer: andy lo

Rentals: classic party rental

Wedding Planner/Coordinator: Lauren Geissler - Downey Street

Flowers & Decor: Jamie Reyes Floral

DJ: Ernesto Evangelista

Taylor and Joseph – Short film – Los meganos, Brentwood, CA

Where to start about Taylor and Joseph’s wedding? Well for starter it was a repeat, since I had shot Taylor’s brother’s wedding last year. Therefore, a lot of familiar faces for me in this wedding. It’s always nice to come and people recognize you and praise you on the last film you did for them. It’s also added pressure as you know the expectations are going to be high and there is no way you want to let them down.

But with a great setting at beautiful  Los Meganos Club in Brentwood, and a great team, very touching vows, and great speeches from friends and family, this wedding had all the elements you want to create a memorable wedding film. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I enjoy putting it together. Thank you for watching and happy holidays to all of you.

Matthieu


Reception Venue: Club Los Meganos
Wedding Coordinator: Dante Thomas
Photographer: Ashley Cain, Cain Photography
Caterer: Cafe Soleil
Florist: Diane O'Brien, Ribbons and Roses

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Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay - Fredericka and Akindele - Half Moon Bay

Where to start with this amazing wedding I had the pleasure to film. First and foremost the location. Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay is simply amazing. I shoot there once a year in average, but this is by far one of the most picturesque place in all the Bay Area. Even though the sun is not always shinning there, the lighting is simply amazing, and the outside ceremony in the Gazebo is always a treat.
Nothing better for a beautiful lavish wedding to have a great on point coordinator who makes my work so easy, and Elisheva of a bride's best friend is all of that and more. We've known each other for a while, and working with her just makes my life simpler. I know I'm repeating myself but if you are planning a wedding please consider a professional coordinator. It just makes a world of difference.
As for the wedding itself. Fredericka and Akindele are both Nigerian, so be ready for vivid colors, fun dancing and many more new traditions. This loving couple had invited their friends to an amazing event where happiness and joy was the key word as you can see below.
I hope you will enjoy tis 14 minutes short film, and please don't hesitate to like it and comment.
Merci et bon weekend.
Matthieu



venue: Ritz Carlton Half Moon Bay
Coordinator: Elisheva Basseri: a bride's best friend
Photographer: Bill Mahon
second cinematographer: Van Hsieh

California Academy of Sciences - San Francisco - Elaine and Rudy

This year I have been fortunate to work in some really amazing locations. Julia Morgan Ball Room, Mark Hopkins, Ritz Carlton HalfMoon Bay, Calistoga Ranch and Carneros Inn Just to name a few.
But when Elaine and Rudy contacted me and chose me as their wedding filmmaker, I was beyond ecstatic to be working at California Academy of Sciences, the world's largest platinum museum in the world, and the greenest one. This made for an amazing backdrop for their lavish event magistrally orchestrated by the talented Jess Flood. Chef Christophe and his team of La bonne Cuisine had prepared some magical food to compliment the event. On top of it I had the pleasure to Shoot with Jerry and Ingrid from Jerry Yoon Photography, who are class acts to work with.
For the film I didn't want t go the usual route and I definitely wanted to concentrate on using Angel's speech - Elaine's MOH - as the backbone of my edit. Angel had the particularity of being the "matchmaker" and her very eloquent toast was the best way to introduce our newlyweds.
Elaine and Rudy are really fun people and I wanted their personality to shine throughout the film, therefore I decided to use a much upbeat music for the second part of the edit.
So without any further ado, here it is:

Freedom Hall - Sunnyvale - Jenny and Ben

I know it's been a while I have not posted anything, and the reason is simple: I was on vacation. After 22 straight weeks of filming weddings, I felt I needed a break and decided to travel part of the world literally since I went to 5 countries in 4 weeks.
But enough about me and let's get back to Jenny and Ben. I have known Jenny for a while now as I have shot both of her brothers wedding. So filming her own wedding was definitely fun for me, and some added pressure since she had two examples of what I can do. But as usual each and every wedding is different. They all bring their own colors and diversities, and Jenny's wedding was no exception.
I hope you will enjoy this colorful depiction of the day, which blended a bit of the asian and Jewish traditions.
Thank you Jenny and Ben for trusting me with your most important day.

Bonne Journee,
Matthieu

backyard wedding - knightsen - Tobi and Jake

Who does not like bbq, fresh lemonade, chocolate and caramel fountains, and scrumptious pies? Well when you combine all those delicious food to a wedding, it makes it even better. That's what Tobi and Jake did.
When Tobi contacted me to film her wedding, she described what she wanted from the day, and I knew right there, that it was going to be a fun and beautiful wedding. So many small details went into making their day really special. It is definitely a do it yourself wedding which encompass the things they love the most: BBQ, summer days, friends and family
So i wanted to make sure that their film will be a cumulation of all their elements.
I hope you will enjoy it as much as I enjoyed putting it together.
A special thanks to Andy Hirsch from Blue moon productions for helping me filming on that day.
Enjoy and hope to hear from you.
Bonne Journee,
Matthieu

destination wedding - France - Greg and Chloe

Greg is French, Chloe is Chinese. They met in Beijing, and after a four year long distance relationship involving a lot of air traveling between France and China, Chloe decided to fly to France and stay for good. I was lucky enough to film their beautiful wedding in Chessy-Les-Mines (France). Here is their film. A consommer sans moderation