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Keswick Wedding Videographer

FILM SPOTLIGHT: KIRBY & TRENT

Kirby and Trent are FUN — their whole day was a breeze. Very much in love, it made my job easy. All couples have very special and unique ways of showing their love, but these two show it from a simple look at each other. They were excited, relaxed, calm, confident, and just very happy to be there. Honestly, I especially loved their reception. They said their group was going to party and they showed tf up! Their wedding crew and families all celebrated them individually as well as their partnership, and having that support speaks volumes about their relationship.

I was honored to work alongside the talent of Svenja Bauer (her color matching of film to digital is perfection) at one of our favorite venues, Keswick Vineyards, and I loved the elevated florals from Ciara Floral Design. Jaclyn Grieger of Exchange Events kept everything running smoothly and everyone well-fed and Prime Time Event Group managed the vibes just right.

“We had found Cat after combing through what felt like dozens and dozens of wedding videographers and were immediately impressed by how organic and authentic her clips were. The clip that led to us inquiring was so FUN, just what we wanted to see in our own wedding videos.

Working with Cat was simple and easy; just what you want to experience as a bride during a fairly stressful period. She understood the vision we had and executed it to perfection. Watching her clips/videos brings us back to our wedding day whenever we watch them and I can’t help but be impressed in seeing that she captured everything seamlessly while also being discrete with her equipment on the dance floor/during the reception.

Communication after the wedding has also been timely and collaborative. We would highly recommend Cat for any future couples getting married, she is amazing!”

— Kirby and Trent

 
Maryland Wedding Videographer

FILM SPOTLIGHT: ANNA & DAN

Anna and Dan are the best, and I loved this day all-around. I felt their light from our first meeting, and their wedding day was reflective of that light in so many ways. Family and friends are clearly very important to them, and the happiness of their celebration was felt by all.

Incorporating Super 8 film into their day was really special. It adds a different dimension and gives those super feelie-feels of nostalgia. I always welcome the opportunity to include different formats of capture in the edit, and it was really fun to have those textures for this one.

Working alongside Madeleine Collins is always a treat, and she has such an eye for showcasing moments in an elevated way. Their planner, Marriage and Mimosas, made working out of state at a new-to-us venue, Kent Island Resort, a breeze. Timeless and beautiful florals by Kate & Lily Floral Design elevated the tent design and crowd-favorite MAB Artistry had Anna and the bridal party looking stunning all day. Their sweet dog, Oakley, was also clearly a star, so shout-out to Forever & Fur Always for keeping her happy and playful during all of the hustle and bustle of the day!

As Anna’s mom said during her toast, “Here it is, this is it. This is the blessing. This love, this joy. These families, these friends. THIS is the blessing. May you always have what’s in this room right now.”

“Working with Cat as our videographer was an absolute joy! From the moment we met her, it was clear that she was not only incredibly talented but also a wonderful person to have by our side on our wedding day. Her easygoing nature made it so comfortable to be around her, and she truly felt like part of our celebration.

Cat always had a smile on her face, which radiated positivity throughout the day. She captured every moment with such deliberate ease, making it all feel effortless. From the glimpses we've seen so far, it’s clear she perfectly encapsulated the overwhelming love, joy, and happiness of our wedding. You can genuinely feel the emotion in her film, bringing those precious moments back to life for us.

We are especially grateful for Cat's suggestion to add on Super 8 film before the wedding; we had so much fun with it throughout the day and know that it will add such a beautiful and personal touch to our final video. We can’t wait to see the full film to relive our day again, knowing it will be a cherished keepsake that we will treasure for years to come. Thank you, Cat, for your incredible work and for capturing our day so beautifully!”

— Anna and Dan

 

FILM SPOTLIGHT: JESSICA & STUART

The sweetest pair. I knew this wedding would be special. Jessica and Stuart feel like old friends and radiate a warmth that makes them so easy to be around. Through a misty May day, they smiled, hugged, danced, and did everything WITH JOY — and that, my friends, is what matters.

We love to film a mix of HQ and lofi formats to celebrate the beauty and feels that come with a wedding day. When the groom is a drummer, I expect discerning music inspo and was not disappointed! Their venue, Upper Shirley Vineyards, is on the water and great space, whatever the weather. The bright florals from Monarch Flower Farm paired with designs from Elle Loren & Co. was just what was needed against the grey backdrop. Working with Sarah Mattozzi Photography was a breeze (and her work is stunning) — just a lovely experience all around.

“We were absolutely thrilled with Cat’s work on our wedding video – it’s an absolute dream to watch! I cry every time. From the start, her professionalism and passion were evident. She captured every important moment beautifully, blending in wonderfully creative shots. Communication with Cat was seamless, and she was incredibly kind and wonderful to work with. Her excellent taste in music was very important to us and added a perfect touch to the video! The final product, which included multiple highlight reels, a wedding video, and complete footage of the ceremony and speeches, was delivered on time and far exceeded our expectations. The drone footage recorded by her partner, Jared, was an amazing addition as well! We highly recommend Cat and Jared for their dedication, creativity, and exceptional talent. We are so lucky to be able to relive our special day through their amazing cinematography work! Thank you Cat & Jared!”

— Jessica and Stuart

 
Virginia Videographer

FILM SPOTLIGHT: CHRISTINE & LENNY

Christine and Lenny decided to do a vow renewal for their 10-year anniversary. I don’t always lead with audio, but these vows— man. The love they share is so special; kind, thoughtful, genuine, and true. The way they chose to honor each other and their marriage with their words was beautiful to capture, and I felt privileged to be a part of that moment with them.

Christine is a fixture in the Richmond wedding scene, owner of both The Hive Wedding Collective (whose team we love working with) and Urban Set Bridal (where she snagged this gorgeous dress). Lenny was dressed by local shop 707 Fine Clothing and another Richmond favorite, Radiant Reflection, gave Christine the modern look she wanted for their VMFA moment. The pops of color in the bouquet from Fleuressence and jewelry from Sun & Selene were perfect accents. I adore working alongside Kenzi Flinchum and she is always in my rotation of photographers to recommend. <3

"I've worked with Cat in a professional capacity a few times as a wedding planner, so I was VERY excited when she was available to film my vow renewal. I wanted something that felt fresh, edgy and a little retro without being trite. Cat got the vibe immediately and mastered the "fly on the wall" artistry perfectly. She made us IG reels that were ready to share and the final product was beautifully edited and really encapsulated our private moments perfectly. I always encourage my clients to invest in both photography and videography and Cat continues to prove why that is essential! Photos are wonderful, but to have an artistically curated video with your voices, your vows, your speeches, etc. it's worth its weight in gold."

— Christine + Lenny

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Wedding Testimonials

"Cat was a joy to work with and we would absolutely choose to work with her again and again! I initially came across her Instagram when I started wedding planning and fell in love with her style. After reaching out and doing our virtual chat, my husband and I felt like her personality and work style matched what we were looking for so we confidently booked her for our wedding. Throughout the entire process, Cat was so accommodating and listened to our wants/needs. Beyond being professional and responsive, Cat is kind and genuine which was incredibly delightful and made working together easy. 

Fast forward to wedding day, Cat was SO easy to work with and felt like a friend and not a stiff camera-woman bossing us around. Everything was so natural and she captured the day the way it happened. She worked seamlessly with our photographer and truly enhanced the day. Jared was incredible behind the scenes as well! 

Not only is our final video a work of art, but Cat was sure to communicate where she was at in the editing process and kept us updated as we anxiously awaited the final product. Our teaser and Instagram clips brought us so much joy while we waited. The talent speaks for itself. We cannot recommend Cat and Jared enough!!”

— Lexy and Matt

“Cat is insanely talented. I knew I wanted a videographer for my wedding, but I could not find anyone whose portfolio showed what I was looking for. I wanted a non-traditional wedding video. Something that captured the day while feeling organic, artsy, and romantic. Thank god I stumbled upon Cat on IG. I emailed Cat quite literally one minute after scrolling through her portfolio to see if she was available. Cat has an eye for finding the beauty in things and bringing them to life. Something as mundane as sunlight reflecting through a glass. Cat captures it and makes it art. I cannot recommend Cat enough. She's awesome, she’s great at what she does, and she'll leave you with a timeless video of your most special day.”


— Hilary and Ben

“I truly cannot say enough good things about Cat—simply put, Cat “gets it.” She’s a true artist, but also someone you genuinely want to grab drinks with on a Friday night. Cat is an incredible storyteller, who artistically weaves together small details, subtle textures & intimate moments in a way that feels unique & authentic to each couple. Cat’s work is transportive—her intentional combination of audio & visuals takes you on an emotional journey & evokes a spectrum of feelings from a moment in time. As a bride juggling a million different things, Cat’s calming & chill energy in the lead-up to our wedding was invaluable & oh so grounding. During our wedding weekend, Cat seamlessly integrated herself alongside our photographer & planning team; a complete video ninja.

It’s rare to find someone like Cat who is a master of their craft and yet such a collaborative professional at the same time; Cat went above & beyond to ensure the finished product was authentically “us”—whereas some videographers may have been precious and particular with suggestions or feedback, Cat was extremely receptive to trying new things and experimenting with us in the edit. The end result was simply perfect. Put your trust in Cat and she will deliver in spades!

Cat, a million thank-yous for absolutely knocking it out of the park!! We love you!”


— Becca and Gavin

“We hired Cat for our September 2024 wedding and we cannot say enough great things about her! From start to finish, she was absolutely amazing to work with. Her easygoing nature made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire process, and it was clear from the beginning that she truly knows her craft.

Beyond her professionalism, she was incredibly kind and thoughtful, which added an extra layer of warmth to the experience. Our wedding snippets and final video she created were breathtaking. She captured every meaningful moment beautifully and the drone footage was nothing short of spectacular! She really nailed the vibe with the shots, music, and moments. It gave us a perspective of our day that we could have only dreamed of.

Cat was also super responsive and worked seamlessly with our photographer and wedding planner. That level of collaboration made everything flow so smoothly and it felt we had a dream team behind the scenes.

Overall, Cat didn't just document our wedding, she made the experience that much more special. We're so grateful to have had her as part of our day and we highly recommend her to anyone looking for a videographer!”

— Kathy and Steve

"We had the absolute best experience working with Cat McCarthy Creative as the videographer for our big day! We had initially selected Cat because of the beautiful touches and styling in her videos but realized quickly afterwards that we were getting so much more. Cat and her team were truly the nicest folks to work with. While professionalism and a stunning wedding video are what you pay for (and get), the kindness, support, and genuine care she and her team bring with them is priceless. If you're looking for the absolute best videographer for your big day- you want the Cat McCarthy Creative."

— Mike and Rachael

“We can't speak highly enough of Cat. We had considered a number of videographers before finding Cat, and we're so glad that we did! Not only is she incredibly talented, we just loved having her around on our wedding day. She somehow made the day even more fun and was able to capture the most authentic moments despite our being a more camera-shy couple. Leading up to our wedding, Cat was incredibly conscientious, detailed, and on top of her role. She was always available to us to answer questions or provide advice. She even took the time to go through our day-of timeline and help us workshop exactly what moments we wanted to prioritize saving. Every single step of the way was flawless and the end product of our wedding video is simply art. Cat managed to capture the most tender moments and the energy of the day incredibly organically and it shines through in her work. It really felt like she understood us from the beginning and it was a joy to work with her. Our video is simply beautiful (we both cry every time we watch it) and we couldn't be more grateful to have found Cat.”

— Adrienne and Jacob

"There is only one way to describe working with Cat McCarthy, "a dream". From the moment you meet Cat you are filled with a sense of ease and comfort. Cat is a tremendous talent and a brilliant artist. We hired Cat to capture our wedding and it was the best decision we made in the entire process. Within less than 24 hours, Cat had a short film ready for us to post on social media. It perfectly captured the details, big/little moments, emotions and feel of our big day. Cat provided us with a lifetime memory that we can't wait to watch year after year and share with our future family. My best piece of advice, hire Cat, and sit back while she does her thing!"

— Kelsey and Brad

“My husband and I booked Cat after seeing 1 Instagram post and having 1 phone call. When you know, you know ;).

I knew I wanted videography services and one of her reels caught my eye (the song she used was a string quartet version of one of my husband and I's "songs"). I saw the reel, sent her an email, and was shocked that she was in our budget. It really felt like fate.

Cat probably doesn't realize this but booking her set the tone for other vendors we booked and we truly had a dream team. I have her to thank for that!

She and Jared were professional, kind, and easygoing. She had a very calming presence about her and she vibed super well with our photographer (who we also loved)! I had zero concern or worry about the quality of the content she would produce- we trusted her completely. Every teaser I saw was exactly what I'd hoped. She caught the most perfect moments and our video is truly a representation of the day. I will cherish it forever, especially as we grow older and the memories inevitably fade.

I would book Cat a thousand times over and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a videographer- wedding coverage or otherwise!!”

— Danielle and Matt

“I can't say enough good things about Cat's work! From our first meeting, she was very personable and it was clear she wanted to make sure that our wedding video is what we envisioned. She paid very close attention to detail - asking us preferences for music, what shots we wanted to highlight more, and the overall vibe of the final video. The package we wanted included a preview video for social media, and she was able to sync up the background music to my cousin singing the same exact song. She even found us on the dance floor towards the end of the night to get some shots of just my husband and I dancing. Her drone work also sets her apart -- truly STUNNING images!”

— Delaney and John

“Cat McCarthy Creative is an amazingly talented videographer/team! My (now) husband and I were lucky to have them as our wedding team and not only did they produce a perfect video of our day, they really went above and beyond in all aspects of planning, getting the 'vibe' of our day, a drone shot of the location that was stellar and were so easy to work with. Would happily recommend to any person needing a videographer! We also had an unfortunately problem with another vendor and Cat helped make up the difference with a unique solution! Thank you Cat & team :)”

— Christine and Mike

“We were lucky enough to know of Cat through friends before we got married, so when it came time for our wedding there was no hesitation in choosing her to capture our day on film. She took our vision and made it even more perfect that we could've imagined. On our wedding day, Cat and her assistant arrived at our venue exactly when they said they would, were incredibly professional while also making the day so much fun! The moments captured from the ceremony to the reception are stunning! We're so grateful for all of her hard work to create something so special that we can look back on for years to come. Thank you again for making our wedding so perfect! Would highly recommend to all future couples, 11/10!”

— Joanna and Kyle

“We had an amazing experience with Cat! The ease of the process would be our favorite part, but we have to say that the video absolutely blew our minds so that has to take the cake! Highly recommend for anyone who wants the peace of mind during their big day!”

— Louise and Jordan

“It’s no secret that wedding planning can be stressful. As a bride, I thought about every single minor detail that would be a part of the big day. Working with Cat was truly one of the easiest parts. I was sold on Cat, and her work, before I even met her. Her short samples on Instagram were that good. I was hooked. Her artistic style made you feel as if you were right there, in the room, celebrating with the faces on the screen. The bursts of energy told a story and were paired perfectly with the right music. It didn’t take long for me to know I wanted the same for my wedding.

When my husband and I met Cat, I felt so relaxed. She listened, explained, and got excited with us. She was always available to answer my questions and spent the entire wedding day with us, all twelve hours!

As we reflect on the day, and watch our video, I am so thankful we have this memory. It captures not only us, but the people we love so perfectly. I will treasure seeing the faces of our friends and family, both near and far, celebrating with us. Somehow the video brings me right back to that day, full of happiness, excitement, and love. I will forever we grateful we found Cat.”

— Heather and Alex

“Cat was amazing! She was the videographer for our wedding in October 2022 in Charlottesville. Cat provided a lot of info on the different options and pricing early on, and she had a call to get to know us and what we wanted in a video (style, music, etc.). Ahead of the wedding, Cat was really proactive about reaching out to see if she could help. The day of, she was very fun to be around and overall a calming presence. We were SO happy with the final product - it perfectly captured our day and was so well done. The drone footage of our venue in particular was AMAZING! We loved working with Cat and would absolutely recommend her to anyone in need of a videographer!”

— Emily and Justin

“We had such an off-the-charts-positive experience working with Cat from start to finish for our wedding video. She is so talented, relaxed, positive, calming, authentic, & genuine. When we first started planning our wedding, we were on the fence about having a videographer at all, but after one meeting with Cat (and watching some of her work), we went for it - we are SOOOO glad that we did. We appreciated how she listened to what was important to us, and captured all of the small, special moments, that we otherwise would have never seen. As we were choosing the music for the video, we sent her a few song examples and the playlist she sent back to us was absolutely SPOT ON for the vibe/tone of our wedding vision. Cat is so talented with music, visuals, movement, and capturing natural, candid moments. She made us feel very comfortable in front of the camera, and honestly I forgot she was even filming for most of the day. When we watch the video, we are perfectly transported back to our wedding day and really feel like we are reliving those special moments. We are so glad that we have the video to watch, share, and treasure forever! We would highly recommend working with Cat for your wedding video.”

— Amanda and Andrew

“I really enjoyed working with Cat McCarthy as our videographer! Cat is very responsive, patient and flexible. The creative process was collaborative, she was open minded to try our suggestions, and did a great job balancing with her creative ideas. The video turned out to be wonderful, a very high quality production, and our family loved it! The drone coverage was also a nice addition. I definitely would recommend her for your wedding!”


— Zoe and Jason

“Hands down, one of our favorite wedding vendors! Cat was such a joy to work with. She went above and beyond on our wedding day (fixing my dress before I walked down the aisle, helping with our dog while shooting photos / videos with the pup). She and Jared felt more like old friends than a company we hired. They're incredibly creative, talented and kind people with an effortless artistic eye for detail. They make you feel so comfortable in front of the camera, and they captured our day beautifully. My husband and I love music, and Cat took the time to learn about our preferences and used songs that matched our wedding videos and vibe perfectly. I can't stress enough how amazing these guys are. Wedding days fly by... So it's nice to be able to re-watch the videos Cat created and re-live the day again and again. Trust me, hire them... You will not regret it!!!”


— Sarah and Josh

“We had a fantastic experience collaborating with Cat on our wedding video. She is such a wonderful artist and fun person to work with. We are extremely picky about music and also weren't exactly sure what we wanted -- but she has such a good ear and was able to find music that perfectly matched our vibe. Everything about the final product turned out beautifully. And the process was fun and seamless. We will treasure our wedding video forever!.”


— Dipika and Nick

“Working with Cat was so EASY. We had an amazing experience!!! She pays close attention to details prior to the wedding day, does not change or impede your wedding day experience with you/your partner, and provides high value based on other options in the videography space! We truly enjoyed working with her and her partner and it couldn’t have gone more seamless. Our wedding video will continue to be the gift that keeps on giving! Professional, organized, timely, coordinated with the photographer and planner perfectly. Easy to reach via email, quick to respond, all good things! The drone footage was an added bonus that we LOVED. We just can’t say enough GREAT THINGS Cat and team!!! Highly, highly recommend!”

— Maggie and Layne

“I've had the pleasure of working with Cat as both a vendor and as a client. Cat makes my clients feel comfortable and is always there at exactly the right time to capture the moment. She works so well with vendor teams and is always a favorite of mine.”

— Bryce Carson, Lead Coordinator, Roberts & Co. Events

“Cat captured our elopement ceremony in the most ethereal way. The video she created for us was the perfect display of our feelings and emotions, and the best way we could have preserved this memory. She was responsive and professional, and knew exactly how to create our unique vision. We were blown away by her work and I couldn’t recommend her more!”

— Erin and Rob

“Cat was a rockstar! She’s so sweet, nice, and easy to work with. She worked very hard with me to find the perfect song to match our vibe and our wedding day perfectly. Cat was always quick to respond and always had great tips & advice throughout the process. She made sure we got exactly what we wanted out of our video and was dedicated to making it happen. I would recommend her to anyone! I absolutely loved her.”

— Corey and Jordan

“We could not ask for more from our experience with Cat and her partner. Cat was one of the first vendors we reached out to. After seeing clips of her work on instagram and chatting via FaceTime (a covid friendly consultation), we booked her for our big day.

Throughout the process Cat was very flexible and accommodating. She was able to capture all of the moments we wanted and include others we may have missed throughout the day. She included us in every step of the process, down to our opinions on music selection.
We had a really quick turn around for our video ( right around a month). The wait felt even shorter because Cat routinely posted little sneak peaks, clips, and stills from our wedding day on her social media. She even posted a clip of our first look the night of our wedding!

Cat was a great resource for recommending other vendors and giving other planning advice.

Cat and her audio partner are true professionals and masters in their craft. Our video really reflects our memories and the whole vibe of our day. More importantly for us when booking vendors, was the ability to feel like we were all a good match. Because when it comes down to it, the couple and all of the vendors are one big team with a common goal. Cat and partner were able to coordinate with all of our other vendors. Cat added to the calm of our day and was able to adjust when the schedule called for it. It felt like we had just another friend there for the day- just a super talented one who happened to be filming lol Overall, we could not be happier with our experience and beautiful wedding day film!”

— Taylor and Clem

“Excellent, creative, videographer extraordinaire! Cat was incredible. Flexible, hard working, sweet!

— Jordan and Kyle

“I picked Cat because I loved the authenticity of her highlight videos, as well as the amazing choice of music. She delivered my highlight and parts of my wedding in a very timely matter, and it turned out so beautiful. Highly recommend if you want an intimate view on your special day.

She also worked with our photographer so perfectly, that even though it was the first time they met, my family thought they’ve been working together for years! That’s just how good Cat with people!

I also want to give a shout-out to Jared, the audio mixer and Cat’s partner. It all turned out so wonderful, I’m glad I found them!”

— Ashley and Bryce

“Cat and Jared were amazing to work with! She got on a call and listened to our requests and gave us a perfect wedding video that had everything we wanted.”

— Melissa and Charles

“Cat was not only the nicest person to work with, but an incredible creative. Her style is as if a person attending the event caught every fun moment, in high quality with the perfect angle. I cannot recommend her more.”

— Caitlin and Dan

“We loved working with Cat!! Our wedding highlight video is absolutely perfect! She did such a fun job editing and syncing the music, definitely not a standard, plain video! So much fun and so talented, we loved having her celebrate with us on our wedding day! On the wedding day she faded into the background and we didn't even notice she was there most of the day, and she captured so many special and intimate moments! Do yourself a favor and book her!! :)”

— Andrea and Seth

“Cat was a joy to work with and captured our favorite day so well. Our video was unique and genuine, and reflects the feelings of our wedding day perfectly. Cat was easy to communicate with and made us feel so loved and comfortable.”

— Alex and Michael

“Cat was hands down one of THE BEST vendor decisions we made for our wedding. She captured moments we could never experience with photos alone and really brought to life one of the very best days of our lives. We loved that she combines movement AND music - using the music that inspires our love story to create a unique video soundtrack.

She was able to provide a separate recording of our ceremony in its entirety. And when we discovered that no one had filmed the Best Man's speech, easily provided the additional coverage at a very affordable cost. Not only is Cat's approach to video unique and inspiring, she also provided so much care and enthusiasm for us a couple. She truly was one of our biggest fans! Cat's work is definitely a gift that we will cherish forever. Thank you Cat!”

— Trici and Rudy

 
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