You're in love! Yay!
New England & Beyond
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Paulette Griswold
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (1X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
We're in love too, so we can totally relate. We're Matt & Paulette — partners in life, adventure, and chronicling memories. We've spent the past decade capturing stunning editorial portraits, crazy dance floor shots, and every beautiful, unscripted moment in between. We want you to look at our photos or watch your film and feel like you're there all over again. We believe these fleeting moments deserve to be artfully curated and preserved for a lifetime.
With us, you know what you're getting. We're a small business and take pride in what we do. You'll be working with me (Paulette) throughout the entire process, from our first Zoom call or coffee shop meet-up to being there to make sure all of the important people in your life feel comfortable and enjoy the process.
Every couple is different, and your priorities are important. We’re not into one-size-fits-all formulas for staged photos or shot lists. We approach every wedding with fresh eyes and the excitement of filling in a blank slate with memories that reflect the real you. We’re here for couples who look beyond what the wedding industry typically offers, and who want their day to feel true to their love and life- something intentionally crafted and uniquely yours.
The experience: We love seeing people have the best time, and creating a tangible reminder of all the people in your life cheering you on. We value creativity, meaningful relationships, and having fun- so if you do too, we're a good match. Our goal is to continue growing as artists, while documenting all of the ways people love each other and celebrate that love - and to make it a fun and relaxed experience built on real connections.
We feel so fortunate to meet new couples and be invited into their lives to capture the kind of celebrations we would want to throw ourselves, and are thrilled to be part of something so special.
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Meet the team
Paulette Griswold
Owner
Photography has literally helped me find love: I met my husband Matt working at a family portrait studio over 10 years ago. Eventually we became partners in business and in life. Together we've documented weddings in 8 different states and 3 different countries, and have worked on more photography projects than we can count. We love travel, the outdoors, and being dog-parents to our two supermutts.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.061 reviews
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Novella Photography, particularly Paulette and Matt, received glowing reviews for their exceptional photography services at weddings. Multiple reviewers praised their professionalism, creativity, and ability to capture beautiful, candid moments throughout the day. Paulette's talent, kindness, and understanding of couples' preferences stood out, making the entire photography process enjoyable and stress-free. Clients highlighted their stunning photos, versatility in capturing various moments, and unique perspectives. The duo's ability to make couples feel comfortable, their subtle presence during crucial moments, and their impressive ability to deliver high-quality, lively, and love-filled shots were highly commended.
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Kiki F
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5.0
11/03/2024
Easily one of the very best decisions we made while wedding planning. From our first conversation on the phone, all the way to receiving photos after the event, Paulette was super professional and super kind. She took time to get to know my partner and I, so she understood exactly what we wanted from our photos. On the day of, she was incredible, getting everything on our desired shot list and capturing so many beautiful, organic moments. (Our guests commented on how much fun she was!) Her photography is super creative, intimate, and perfectly executed. We were anxious about having portraits taken, but we ended up having so much fun. Seriously cannot recommend Paulette enough!
Hallie R
5.0
7/21/2024
Paulette & Mat were amazing!!! They made us feel comfortable and did whatever it took to get the shot - from Paulette going on Mat’s shoulders to sliding on the floor under a group of guys dancing in a circle. The pictures are unbelievable!
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MikeMatina J
5.0
3/07/2024
Paulette kindly fit us in for a last minute engagement photo session and boy, did she absolutely nail it! We wanted our fur babies in our photos, so Paulette accommodated us even further by bringing an assistant who was incredible with our puppies. They made the whole process fun, convenient and comfortable. You can tell they’ve done this many times. We could not be happier with our photos. I highly recommend Novella Photography and will definitely be using them again.
Tess M
5.0
11/12/2023
After booking our venue, photography was my number one priority and Novella and Paulette was easily the best decision I could have ever made. Paulette is a true talent and her unique perspective, experience and love for her craft came through in our gallery of wedding photos. I could not be more pleased, each time I look at our wedding photos I find a new favorite, and I cannot wait to start getting the printed and framed to display all over my house! Paulette made us so comfortable throughout the whole process and she had a true eye for capturing the most special moments of our big day. I’m so grateful to truly be able to relive the day through her photos.
Jess K
5.0
9/06/2023
Paulette couldn't have made the process any easier. Communicating with her was a breeze, and she understood exactly the kind of vibe we were going for. And then of course we were blown away when we received our wedding photos. They're stunning. Paulette captured our energy so well, and we're so lucky to have such gorgeous photos of our day. She's amazing!
Sarah F
5.0
6/26/2023
Working with Matt & Paulette was a dream, and I knew they were the right photographers for us when I looked over on the dance floor and saw Paulette taking photos on Mattt's shoulders- they will get the shot!!
They were so wonderful to work with and we can't wait to get our full album back!
Kathryn B
5.0
8/15/2022
Paulette and Matt are such a dream to work with! From the initial contact they were so professional and responsive, and also warm and enthusiastic about our unique event! You can feel their love for the work in every image.
They captured the joy and color of our wedding day better than we could have every dreamed, being everywhere at once, making every moment feel comfortable and natural. Their eye for light and color is amazing! (Plus, a few months before our wedding they turned up in 20 degree weather to shoot our spontaneous outdoor elopement, bringing their magic to that day as well!)
Our friends and family have raved about their work and style, and they will absolutely be our first choice for photographers in the future.
Maggie R
5.0
8/02/2022
The best wedding planing advice I can give to you is to book Paulette and Matt as your wedding photographer! We did an engagement shoot, boudoir shoot, photo booth and our wedding photos with them and we have been blown away by the talent and creativity of these artists! I wish I could give a 1000 start rating these guys are truly the best
Alisha C
5.0
7/13/2022
Gorgeous, intimate, authentic, romantic--the photos Paulette and Matt took of our wedding last weekend blew us away. The way they work with lighting is incredible. Their professionalism, kindness, and easy-going demeanors made it an absolute pleasure to spend our wedding with them! They helped us pose in ways that felt comfortable, but also captured the unexpectedly beautiful moments. The day after the wedding, we received our "sneak peek" photographs--it was the best "day after" gift. I would book Paulette and Matt again in a heartbeat and cannot recommend them highly enough.
Marie T
5.0
7/05/2022
Paulette and Matt were absolutely amazing!!!!!!!
My friend recommended them and after taking a peek at their gallery I immediately fell in love with their style. They have a way of capturing every moment and more discreetly.
We had our ceremony on the beach 8 months prior to our reception so only wanted to book for a few hours with them. We had tons of unexpected last minute COVID cancellations including our DJ. Paulette and Matt stepped in to help unasked and unexpectedly. They were the most amazing vendors at our reception and made the night relaxing, fun and carefree regardless of the stress we were under. I would use them over and over for all of our photography needs.
Arielle F
5.0
5/13/2022
We worked with Novella Photography and it was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. I was looking for a photographer that had an artistic style but could capture candid moments. Novella did both beautifully!! I am so happy with the variety of photos we received. They also make a point to photograph all of your guests, which is really unique and special. Every single person I have shown our photos to are floored, one of our friends said our wedding photos were the best they'd ever seen. Matt and Paulette are also both awesome, accommodating, friendly, and funny! They did such a great job, I just can't say enough.
Brooke S
5.0
1/02/2022
Matt and Paulette were simply the best wedding photographers we could have asked for! It can be so difficult to truly take in all the moments throughout the day, and we are so grateful to both of them for capturing our guests and moments that we wouldn't have seen otherwise. It has been a treat to go back and look through photos, each time we see something new! So many beautiful candids and shots, we don't have a single photo we don't love. Thank you Paulette and Matt!
Kate F
5.0
12/27/2021
We were SO happy with Novella Photography! We hired Matt and Paulette for our wedding, they were fantastic. They were so professional, communicative, and easy to work with, and their photos were incredible. They did a great job of capturing everything we wanted to get photos of, and a lot of things we hadn’t thought of but were great to have. Their photos are stunning–they’re lively, really well framed, and genuinely captured the love and excitement of our wedding. They took a great mix of portraits, staged photos (family shots, etc.), and action shots that captured the energy of us and our guests. And they sent us a sneak peak of some of our favorite photos almost immediately after the wedding, so we could share them with family and friends right away while we were waiting for the full album (which we got a few weeks later). We genuinely have only great things to say about Novella Photography–do yourself a favor and hire them!!
Bec L
5.0
12/10/2021
Oh my goodness. If we could give them a hundred stars we would!!! My partner and I could not have dreamed of a better duo to capture our wedding day. Not only are Matt and Paulette incredible photographers, they’re amazing people too. They helped make us feel incredible on our wedding day. My partner and I wanted our wedding photography to feel like captured memories, and that’s exactly what we got from Matt and Paulette. They truly captured our friends and family in such an amazing way, we will cherish these photos for our whole lives. We seriously cannot thank these two enough for how perfect they made our day. If you’re looking for not only gorgeous portraits but amazing candid moments, look no further than Novella Photography.
Ashley J
5.0
11/07/2021
Paulette and Matt are the most amazing wedding photographers!! Extremely laid back, fun but very professional all at the same time. They are so subtle, you don't even know they are taking pictures during the most important moments: ceremony, first dance, reception. Many of my guests mentioned they didn't even know where they were standing during our ceremony to capture such amazing pictures. My husband and I have been to many weddings where the photographers were obnoxious and intrusive, Matt and Paulette are the extreme opposite of that. All of their photographs were incredible, I honestly can't stop looking at our wedding photos and basically show anyone I come in contact with how great they are. Matt and Paulette are the top echelon of photographers and we were so lucky to have them on our special day!
Marissa A
5.0
10/12/2021
Paulette and Matt were incredible. Professional, showed up earlier than the quoted time, and captured moments of our day I can't remember them being even around for! They captured our wedding in an amazing documentary-style that really highlighted the character and joyful emotion of the day. I am so thankful they were available. The hallmark of a good photographer is capturing candid moments without "getting in the way" and being kind and caring. They are superstars.
Alyssa B
5.0
8/30/2021
WOW WOW WOW!!!! Absolutely wonderful experience with Matt and Paulette. They made everything so easy and set us up for perfect picture ideas. The pictures are top notch and they were a huge part of making our day great. Outside of the pictures, both Paulette and Matt helped us with so much. ABOVE AND BEYOND. It really felt like we had close friends doing our photography and helping us through the day, and we had never even met them before the wedding. They will undoubtedly make your day scores better!
Michelle H
5.0
8/22/2021
Paulette and Matt were fantastic for capturing our wedding day! They did not miss a moment of laughter, tears, or partying. They were professional and truly "present" for the entirety of our event. After the wedding, we received many positive reviews from our family and friends as well. Paulette and Matt delivered our full wedding album very quickly and their photos allowed us to relive every minute of our day! Novella Photography is worth every penny!
Allison B
5.0
8/20/2021
Having Novella Photography capture our wedding day was one of the best choices we made for our wedding. We were one of those couples that originally planned on having a 2020 wedding, and Paulette and Matt were so understanding as we canceled and replanned everything.
Both of us were pretty nervous about having our photo taken, but they captured our personalities, and our guests' personalities, perfectly. They had so many good ideas for photos (including some of me in our pool!) and we are so, so impressed with the quality and amount of photos we received. Novella Photography truly does a wonderful job of telling your story through photos.
Chelsea C
5.0
6/30/2021
Such a wonderful experience working with Matt and Paulette. They were helpful answering our questions before the big day and super professional through the whole process. They made us feel really comfortable as "models" for our elopement-style shoot. They also did great capturing candids throughout the small, casual reception and posed portraits of our many requested combinations of family members! Thank you so much!
Yanet K
5.0
10/31/2020
These two are simply the best there is! They captured our day in such elegance and beauty! They were amazing and easy to work with and I really couldn’t have asked for more incredible photos from my wedding day and even family sessions! Make sure you plan plenty of time to take pictures with them!
Collette R
5.0
10/06/2020
Paulette and Matt were amazing. We couldn't have imagined a better duo to capture our day. Photography was the most important to us, and we wanted to remember the raw moments and smiles. They did just that and more. They not only took photographs of those pesky but beautiful detailed moments and typical wedding party photos (in a great way), but they took a deeper look through what was happening around them. Their eyes found a story behind each interaction. It was also wonderful to see them not just take photos, but interact and really become one with the environment.
Our guests and wedding party have mentioned since the wedding of how wonderful they were as well, describing how fun and professional they were. You will not go wrong with Paulette and Matt.
Thank you so much for helping us remember our one and only moment. We'll just have to get married again to do it all over again with you both!
Vendor response 10/06/2020
Wow, Collette-- thank you so so much!! It was an honor to be a part of your celebration!!
Sarah C
5.0
3/07/2020
In general, we hate having our picture taken...so the thought of spending a day with photographers following us around seemed...less than ideal.
Thank GOODNESS for Paulette and Matt! Not only did the photos come out amazingly fun, and beautiful, we genuinely had fun with them on our wedding day. They are both so fun and creative that the time we spent with them taking pictures felt like a bonus! They truly captured how our day felt and went out of their way to make sure everything and everyone was captured in a meaningful way. We had a pretty unique wedding- juggling and human pyramids in a pretty unique outdoor venue and they got it ALL! We are thrilled with our photos, and equally thrilled that we got to spend time with Matt and Paulette at our wedding.
Danielle B
5.0
12/16/2019
Matt and Paulette are the DREAM TEAM! My wife and I loved working with them and are blown away by the incredible photos they took.
From start to finish the entire process was fun and easy. They were very helpful and organized leading up to the wedding day, and gave us great advice and recommendations.
They did an incredible job the day of and truly captured the magic of the event. They are an awesome team and it was really fun to see them work together throughout the day! We had a blast spending time with them. They made us feel relaxed, happy, and really special. You can tell that they love what they do.
After the wedding the turn around time to receive the photos was quick and we loved getting a preview ahead of time. We are blown away with how beautiful all of the photos are. Their artistic styles compliment each other so well, and we loved seeing all the special moments they captured. We will be cherishing these photos for years to come. We could never thank them enough for capturing this important day for us, and making the entire process so fun.
If you're searching for the perfect photographers- stop your search- you've found them!
Kristin W
5.0
12/09/2019
Not even sure where to begin. To put it simply, Matt and Paulette captured our day PERFECTLY. We knew we chose the best photographers when they offered to drive from western Massachusetts down to NYC to do an engagement shoot with us. It was such a memorable day and made us so excited for the big day. Leading up to and on our wedding day, Paulette and Matt were calm, organized, and so pleasant to work with. We felt like everything was handled behind the scenes and we didn't have to worry about anything. What we loved most is that everything truly felt natural, and our photos reflect that. These candid photos make us so happy and are photos we love looking back on (rather than mostly staged photos of groups/people). Finally, and just as importantly, Matt and Paulette have the most creative style that captured our day in a fun, artistic, and genuine way. Our wedding guests still talk about how Paulette got on Matt's shoulders during a dance circle so she could grab an aerial shot. We couldn't recommend them enough!!! Choose to work with them and it will be one of the best decisions you make.
Kristyn A
5.0
12/06/2019
My husband and I loved working with Paulette and Matt -- and we love our wedding photos! They made everything super easy for us in the planning process, made us feel comfortable during the entire day, and captured some of the best moments from our wedding -- the result is over 1,000 images that we seriously can't choose between for an album. Thanks Paulette and Matt!
Vendor response 12/06/2019
Thank you so much Kristyn! We'll never forget that magical day in the mountains- and we ar...
e here anytime if you'd like a free sample design for your album to use as a base and get you started. Happy Holidays!
Adriana S
5.0
12/05/2019
Paulette and Matt were the perfect pick for wedding photographers! They provided advice leading up to our wedding day on how to streamline taking family photos, and managed to get every family photo on our list in record time so we could get to celebrating! They did such an amazing job documenting the day - I was astounded by all the moments they managed to capture. We chose a camp venue so that we could enjoy the outdoors, and their photos made us feel a part of the early fall foliage. Pick them! They're fantastic photographers and fun people to boot!
Vendor response 12/06/2019
Thank you so much for this Adriana! It was so lovely being a part of your day at Camp Beck...
et and we really appreciate the feedback. Happy Holidays :)
Hillary L
5.0
12/04/2019
Matt and Paulette are amazing! Not only are they awesome photographers but their personalities make it extra special to spend your special day with them. My husband and I just love our wedding photos and the memories we made while taking them. Highly recommend Novella Photography!
Vendor response 12/06/2019
Thank you so much Hillary! We'll be letting you know if we're ever in Arkansas!
Marissa R
5.0
11/25/2019
Matt and Paulette are more than photographers-- they are a total power team! My spouse and I had a very nontraditional wedding and it was hard to find vendors who were not only experienced in offbeat weddings, but enthusiastic about them! We had nothing but compassion , support, and laughs with Matt and Paulette. They captured every perfect moment, even the ones we didn't notice, and made our day smooth and beautiful. I can't thank them enough for their talent, creativity, kindness, and love! Thank you for making us feel special. We will be showing these pictures off until we die!
Vendor response 11/25/2019
We are over the moon with this review!! It was so great connecting with you- thank you so ...
much!
Becky L
5.0
11/25/2019
Paulette and Matt were so great to work with. They were quick to respond to any questions we had and wanted to really get to know my husband and I to really capture our personality in our photos. We worked with them for both our engagement and wedding photos and loved all of them! Our friends and family raved about the photos and I know we'll be reminiscing and cherishing them for years to come.
Vendor response 11/25/2019
Thank you so much Becky!!
Colleen G
5.0
11/25/2019
Paulette and Matt are incredible- as people and as artists. They are extremely easy to work with and talk to. They are funny and laid back. And most note-worthy for us, they have personalities and approaches that matched my wife and I perfectly. Not only did we have an incredible wedding day and experience working with them, but their pictures have absolutely blown us away (and EVERYONE that sees them). They have a distinct and beautiful vision- trust them and follow their lead, you will not be disappointed.
Vendor response 11/25/2019
Colleen, we are soooo touched! Thank you for making our Thanksgiving week! Hope your newly...
wed holiday season is the best ever :)
Alyssa Z
5.0
9/12/2019
Matt + Paulette are da bomb. Not only are they great photographers but they're great people! They did an amazing job running around capturing everything my husband and I asked for, as well as the photos my guests were requesting of them. They made everything about the day feel laid back and relaxed, and that's what a bride needs most. But I have to admit, I was seriously impressed when the last song played and I turned around to see Paulette on Matt's shoulders taking photos! These two are committed to getting the perfect shot, let me tell you.
Vendor response 09/12/2019
Aww Alyssa, thank you SO MUCH!! It was our pleasure!
Melissa D
5.0
8/24/2019
We could easily let our pictures speak for themselves...but even that can't do Novella Photography justice. Matt & Paulette were ABSOLUTlEY incredible. My husband and I keep saying that they were the best wedding decision we made (other than choosing to marry each other).
Our pictures are breathtaking and better than we could have ever imagined. We've had so many family and friends reach out to us to tell us how blown away they are with them. Matt and Paulette weren't just easy to work with, but were FUN to work with. The dreaded group shots were coordinated seamlessly, communication leading up to and day of the wedding was prompt and clear and somehow...they captured a day that seemed too good to ever fit in a frame.
We cannot recommend them highly enough - book Novella Photography and you'll be in tears all over again reliving the best day of your lives.
Vendor response 08/27/2019
Wow Melissa-- thank you SO much!!! You made our day!
T W
5.0
6/10/2019
This couple kicks ass ;) they were a delightful addition to our group! We had a private hiking elopement and they trooped up and down the mountain with us with no problems, they truly went above and beyond anything we could have asked for and our pictures (so far we’ve gotten a sneak peak) are stunning! I’d recommend them to anyone looking for fun photographers that’ll capture those beautiful candid moments!
Lindsey R
5.0
5/09/2019
The best photographers I've ever heard of anyone having for a wedding! They have amazing vision, amazing commitment, and are just all around great people. They were easy to coordinate with, so professional & easy to work with on the day of, have a great sense of humor, and the follow up after the wedding has been so quick and easy. We just received our final usb with pictures and I won't spoil the surprise but we were even blown away by the attention of detail given for that, too! Amazing, talented, one of the best wedding decisions we made!
Matt S
5.0
12/11/2018
Paulette and Matt were AWESOME. Definitely book them if you can.
I've been to a lot of weddings lately and these two are the BEST example of my favorite kind of wedding photographers... a C.P.C.... or Cute Photography Couple. The two of them work really well as a team because they're a couple in real life--and, in addition, it makes them really fun to work with. And they happen to be REALLY talented to boot.
They honestly seemed so happy and to be having so much fun together shooting our wedding, which put us and everyone else at ease and made our photos way better. This manifested, at its best, with Paulette riding on Matt's shoulders to get cool aerial shots of the dance floor during the reception, which came out amazing.
Paulette and Matt were great communicators through the entire process. They responded quickly to emails, asked thorough but not annoying questions, offered to have calls or meet in person whenever we wanted, etc. And they were flexible the day of when our timing changed slightly and when we had to make some game-time decisions about locations to shoot photos. After the wedding, before our hangovers had fully passed, they had already sent us a "sneak peak" of photos (which looked amazing) and were a really great bookend to a great weekend.
These two have a really great way of trying to capture people looking natural, not posed. And trying to capture the event and people in an authentic way, not at all generic or cookie-cutter. They also were geniuses when it came to finding great places to shoot; we did our wedding in December in upstate NY, and so it was too cold to do much outside. But they managed to find great spots to shoot interesting photos within the premises of our venue that many photogs would never have thought of--like some fun shots of us and the wedding party behind the bar. They even took us up into the attic of the building, which was this sort of abandoned industrial space with old-timey windows and exposed brick, and got some amazing shots there. They made the most of what we had and it really was worth it.
In general, I could not be more happy that we went with these two!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hahaha!!! CPC, we love it and we are honored. Seriously, thanks so much for this review, y...
ou two were wonderful and it was so much fun to be a part of your day.
Kayte D
5.0
12/05/2018
I don't know where to start... maybe that is why it has taken me so long to write a review! Matt and Paulette were stunning and so is their photography. The groomsmen had a little too much fun under Matt's direction and came up with some fantastic shots! Paulette was like a woodland butterfly capturing the scene of us girls getting ready from angles and perspectives that made me wonder where she actually was when she took the photo. We also had some amazing drone shots of our ceremony, which we love. Paulette and Matt captured our fun, casual, colorful, laid-back wedding down to all of the details. They truly told the story of our day through photographs that we will cherish forever. Each photograph captures a unique moment in time... the quiet space between the chaos, the small things you see after the deep breath, those little moments of peace away from all the other expectations that come with hosting a wedding; the part that would be impossible to remember while all of the big stuff is going on. For that I am thankful. It is easy to be comfortable amongst friends and Paulette and Matt give that feeling to you right from the start. Thank you Novella Photography!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Thank you so much for this Kayte!!! Still swooning over your day, wish we could just live ...
at Camp Waukeela!!
Crystal R
5.0
11/04/2018
Paulette and Matt are phenomenal! Our day was perfect and they were instrumental in that. We are terribly camera shy but Matt and Paulette made us feel so comfortable. They are professional, easy to work with and so sweet. They showed up early and walked the entire venue/property to find places to take our pictures, which were all amazing. They captured every moment perfectly and our sneak peek had friends and family calling us about how stunning and magical they were. We had an overcast day with some late night rain which we took advantage of. They shot the most perfect rain picture that had me getting calls,texts and messages about who our photographers were and how they can book them. Later in the night while the party was in full swing Paulette was on Matt’s shoulders getting pictures of our friends and family having the time of their lives. They are so dedicated and passionate!
Matt and Paulette love what they do and it shows in their quality and brilliant work. I have no words to express how grateful we are to have had them at our wedding. All I can say is BOOK THEM, you will not regret it!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Crystal, just wanted to say thank you for this!! There was so much magic for us to capt...
ure that day and we appreciate you giving us that honor!!
Kate B
5.0
10/30/2018
Photography was my top priority when researching wedding vendors. I reached out to Paulette & Matt two years prior, without having booked a date or venue because I was so in love with their work. Throughout the entire planning process, these two were a dream team. They are talented, professional, prompt, kind, and tons of fun. Their service is above and beyond, their photography is stunning. 10/10, would hire Novella again and again!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Kate, just wanted to thank you for this review. Your day was amazing and we appreciate ...
the honor of capturing it!!!
Kimberly P
5.0
10/30/2018
We absolutely loved working with Matt and Paulette and would honestly get married again just so they could shoot our wedding. As a team they were fun, professional and captured every moment we could have asked for and even ones that we didn’t. We didn’t hire a videographer so we really counted on these guys and they knocked it out of the park!! We have the best memories and we owe it all to them.
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Kimberly!! Just wanted to thank you for this. Please do throw another wedding so we can...
photograph you again!!! Hahaha xoxo
Alexa P
5.0
10/30/2018
Matt and Paulette were amazingly helpful throughout the wedding planning process and on the big day! They answered our questions quickly, were flexible with our requests and most importantly kept us calm and laughing on our wedding day. The pictures came out beautifully! Both the artistic shots we were looking for as well as more traditional pictures our families wanted. Also- the photo booth props were hilarious and unique, which made for great funny pictures that our guests loved!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Alexa, just wanted to thank you for this review!! You've been so sweet to us all year a...
nd we appreciate it. We had so much fun at your big day!!
Z D
5.0
10/30/2018
We chose Matt and Paulette after meeting them at the wedding of two of our closest friends. Those two friends told us Novella Photography was the best vendor of their wedding, and we can easily say the same about ours a year later. Matt and Paulette were responsive and clear in their communications leading up to our big day and flexible, friendly and patient (!!) in interacting with our guests and families during the event. They somehow managed to be both invisible when necessary (important for a bride who very much dislikes being the center of attention) and also *so fun* that I wanted them to stay around when they were done shooting! I also loved seeing their partnership and teamwork together - not only are they talented at what they do, but clearly have so much fun doing it together as a couple, and I loved that energy being part of our day. We could not be more impressed by and appreciative of Matt and Paulette's creativity, professionalism and talent, and can only hope we might have an opportunity to work with them again in the future!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Zora! Miss you guys! Just wanted to thank you for posting this review. We won best of t...
he Knot for the year thanks to you. We had so much fun meeting you and capturing all the crazy goodness in your day. Give Sophie kisses for us!
Tracy D
5.0
10/30/2018
Paulette and Matt were truly incredible to work with for our Maine May wedding. We wanted mostly candid photos of our family and friends laughing and loving and they did a beautiful job. They also pulled our (large) families together for photos with ease. Their photos captured the spirit of our day and our love. They're perfect. Paulette and Matt were communicative and executed our vision, but were also laid back and creative. I would hire them again in a second - really can't say enough great things about our experience working with them!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Tracy, just wanted to thank you for this review- we won "best of the knot" from all of ...
our 2018 reviews and we really appreciate all of your feedback!! Hope the rest of your year was amazing too!
Ellen K
5.0
10/30/2018
We have our destination wedding in Algarve - Portugal, Matt and Paulette were my first booking! I had no questions in my mind they were the only ones I would trust on my special day. I have been following their work for years now and they are two amazing artists that captures every couple in a very intimate and unique way, taking the pressure off and allowing you to just have fun and be married!! So many compliments we receive on the photos and the way they just connect with people it’s impressive! They know what they are doing and they do it with love. Amazing talented couple and they are the best on what they do! Love you guys thank you for been awesome!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Ellen!! Just wanted to thank you for this review (we recently won best of the knot from...
all of the 2018 reviews!) We appreciate it a ton and we LOVED going on our Portuguese adventure to capture your day, which was truly stunning, and witnessing/capturing so much love. Thank you thank you!
Casey D
5.0
10/30/2018
My husband and I couldn't be happier, or more impressed by Novella, their level of professionalism, and overall kindness! Our special day was captured perfectly, and the result was organic, which was very important to us, and ultimately why we chose Novella! Not only were they a joy to work with, but the package they sent to us in the end with our digital photos, and a beautiful fold out is something we will cherish for the rest of our lives. I couldn't recommend them more!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Casey!! Just wanted to let you know how much we appreciate the review. We're so happy y...
ou loved your photos and it was truly an honor and a joy to meet everyone and be a part of your event. Thank you!!
Liz B
5.0
10/30/2018
Hiring Paulette and Matt was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day. They were incredible to work with from day one and made us feel extremely comfortable and true to ourselves. They were so professional and accommodating the day of our wedding, flexible with timing and kept us on schedule. They went above and beyond to get creative, unique and beautiful shots. After the wedding, we received so many compliments from our guests on Paulette and Matt - they made our guests feel so special! We could not be happier with our photos - they are everything we dreamed of and more. We highly recommend Novella Photography and can't wait to work with them again!
Jaime P
5.0
10/30/2018
I can't stop obsessing over my wedding photos from Novella Photography!! They are perfect - captured all of the planned family photographs and more importantly managed to capture all of the unplanned, incredibly loving and impromptu moments that are the best memories we can keep forever. Matt and Paulette are an incredible team, they are everywhere the whole time, seeking out the perfect light and angle. The images are very high quality, with artistic variety. Booking them was the best decision we made!!
Jessica J
5.0
10/30/2018
It’s been almost 9 months since our wedding and a week hasn’t gone by where I didn’t spend a few minutes staring at the photos that Paulette and Matt took. They were able to capture the love, the joy, and every special moment throughout the day so well, that I’m transported back every time I look at them. I also had the pleasure of being in another wedding they photographed this year and it was so cool to witness how they adapt their approach and style to fit the couple they’re working with. Please note that if you want some basic, boring, traditional photos, you might want to look elsewhere. BUT if you want to remember the day as you lived it, and have some incredibly artistic and creative photographs that will make all your friends and family (and sometimes strangers) gush with pride and envy, this is the team to hire.
Vanessa W
5.0
10/30/2018
Matt and Paulette are by far the best photographers around! They are quick, fun and insanely creative and talented. Not to mention how naturally calm they both are, they just have a way about them that makes you feel incredibly comfortable in front of the camera. I can’t wait to get married someday just so I can hire them! You guys rock!
Brittany F
5.0
10/02/2018
TRULY THE BEST VENDORS OF THE ENTIRE WEDDING! And my wedding was incredible, all my vendors were great but Paulette and Matt were literally the life of the party! When there was a crisis right before the ceremony, they intervened between me and my mom in a really diplomatic but effective way. They took photos I never saw coming. They were flexible with my crazy schedule for engagement photos, came all the way from western Mass. (I live in Boston) to meet with me for a consultation, and were the best communicators of all my vendors. I literally had people approach me DURING the wedding to tell me that my photographers are amazing. The really incredible thing is that it is really two photographers for one - two experts, not a professional and an assistance - dividing the work, bringing a photographer’s eye, indulging in funny photo ideas and photographing every decoration, guest and moment that I might have missed.
I seriously know now that my wedding was even more beautiful and fun then I remembered! I AM IN LOVE WITH EVERY PHOTO! Paulette and Matt are the most amazing photographers you could ever ask for! They deserve a billion stars.
Maryclaire W
5.0
10/01/2018
Working with Paulette and Matt was one of most stress-free parts of wedding planning. They have a very chill vibe but are super organized which made it all the communication up until the wedding easy and straightforward. I genuinely enjoyed hanging out with them before the ceremony. They listened to our (vague) ideas of what we wanted (and didn't want) and nailed it. They were open to suggestions on the day, made us feel comfortable, and were able to get really interesting shots - at one point Paulette got on Matt's shoulders on the dance floor! Photos are amazing and feel like us. 100% recommend
Lynn C
5.0
8/22/2018
Engaging, creative and talented are the first three words that come to mind when referring to this dynamic duo! Matt & Paulette photographed our private wooded elopement wedding ceremony and then followed us around for the rest of the day as we went to some of our favorite places and did our favorite things together (married in the woods, favorite small restaurant for dinner, antique shopping, the Home Depot, and our favorite billiards hall!). They managed to truly capture the casual yet deeply meaningful feel of the day. The resulting photographs ooze class, fun and genuine emotion and we could not be more thrilled. They were flexible and accommodating every step of the way- from the first contact through the delivery of the photos online and via mail on a drive. They were never pushy and had fantastic ideas! I don't plan to ever get married again however if I find myself with another occasion that needs some serious couples-oriented photography, they are the first ones on my list!
Kerry G
5.0
7/31/2018
I cannot imagine that anyone could ever not give Matt and Paulette five stars! Throughout the wedding process you will meet a lot of vendors and people but Matt and Paulette stand out. Even the people in our wedding commented on how great they were! I did not have to worry the day of the wedding about them finding the wedding venue or having to answer questions about any timelines. They just hopped right in and did what they had to do and made it easy to be comfortable in front of their cameras. We just got a sneak peek of our photos and I had no idea how excited I would be to see the rest of them! What they are able to capture is amazing and I am so grateful that we picked them as our photographers. They truly seem to enjoy what they are doing and that says and shows in their work. Again I could not imagine that anyone could ever regret picking these two to do their photos.
Anthony W
5.0
7/30/2018
One of the most fun experiences I’ve ever had was my wedding. The fact that it was captured in such a beautiful way by these two love birds made it that much sweeter. One can tell the serious pride and hard work Novella brings to the table. If you are interested in the real deal choose these two. Thanks again for everything guys! Keep the love flowing for your kickass couples 😊
Heather T
5.0
7/28/2018
Hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. Novella is a team of two super talented photographers and they're really easy to work with. Their pictures were everything we wanted and more. They didn't pressure us into unnatural poses and they really captured the personalities of the people at our wedding, which is really what we wanted. Novella was simply perfect. If you're thinking about a photographer, save yourself the hassle of looking any further and just book these guys. They make this part of the wedding so easy. You won't regret it.
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Thank you so much Heather!! We had so much fun capturing your day.
Morgan K
5.0
7/27/2018
Where to even start with these two?! Paulette & Matt did our wedding photography this past weekend. We had not done an engagement shoot or professional photos of any kind before our wedding day, but they are the kind of people who even though you just met, you WANT to be spending time with them on your wedding day! Not only that, but it is hard to wipe the smiles off of your face because you're having so much fun! We did not feel like we were posing at all, and that was something we were nervous about going into it. Our guests have not stopped talking about how much fun they are (they really shine on the dance floor) - and SO talented. We got a "sneak peak" of our photos THE NEXT DAY (!!!), and every single one of them blows my mind. I don't even have to wait to see any more to know that we are extremely lucky to have somehow found these two! Just take a look at their website and see for yourself, you will fall in love! We cannot possibly thank them enough!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Hi Morgan!!! Just wanted to give our heartfelt thanks. We had so much fun with you two and...
your group of family and friends and we appreciate how sweet you were to us all day long!!
amanda l
5.0
7/27/2018
This is not your average photography duo. The team is something you could only dream of. They offer a beautiful combination of flexibility and talent. I brought them a list of must have photos; we checked every single one of them off! I brought two families together that have the most stubborn personalities and they were just like guests but could handle the politics of the day. From video games with my son while the rest of us got ready, to the shoulder ride photography gymnastics that is still talked about to this day (additional entertainment at my wedding I guess.) their eye for photos can not be matched. Their personalities are what you want in friends and photographers a like. They are so wonderful and I adore them.
Hannah G
5.0
7/27/2018
Matt and Paulette were the absolute best! We had a tiny, family only wedding, and they fit in perfectly. I'm so glad I found them!
I've gotten so many compliments on our photos. They made us look amazing without losing our personalities or the light hearted tone of our event. What made me happiest, though, was that every one of our guests has told me how much they loved Paulette and Matt. I can't even imagine what the day would have been like without them.
I recommend Novella to everyone!!
Emily S
5.0
7/27/2018
I am still smiling thinking about my experience with Novella Photographers- they are the real deal. Not only was the communication amazing from day one, but they pair worked together seamlessly to capture the tone and emotion of our day. During the wedding, I took a step back and watched in awe as Paulette and Matt communicated with just a look or smile to each other as they captured the wedding from multiple angles. From the crazy moments pre-ceremony to dancing the night away, Paulette and Matt never stopped.
One of my favorite parts of working with Novella is a series of photos they send within 48 hours- I was in tears seeing these pictures and couldn't be more excited to see the rest!!! There aren't words to properly thank you for how easy you made this process for us, you two are incredible and I can't wait to see all the magic you continue to create!
Vendor response 01/17/2019
Thank you so much Emily!!! We loved getting to know you two and being a part of so much jo...
y!!
Nikki G
5.0
7/27/2018
Matt and Paulette were amazing and right by our sides throughout wedding planning! They got to know my husband and I and learned how to make us feel comfortable infort of the camera! They also took the time to learn exactly what we wanted, and not did they deliver!
We did engagement shoot and also had them photograph our wedding day!
Amazing work, great communication and easy to work with! Highly recommend
Felicia G
5.0
11/30/2017
Matt & Paulette are the absolute best! From the very beginning, they made us feel extremely comfortable and despite the dozens of e-mails I sent, never made me feel like I was asking for too much. From the moment we met them, we knew they would capture our wedding in the way that we really wanted. Our engagement photos were only added indication that they would do the most amazing job on our wedding day and they really did. We loved everything about our wedding day, but choosing to work with Matt & Paulette (or rather, them letting us work with them!) was possibly the best decision we made. Novella Photography is a gem and I'll being raving about them for years to come!
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