A young man with a bald head and beard taking a photo with a vintage camera, wearing a quilted jacket and standing outdoors near water and a railing.

Matt Dea

Born and raised in San Francisco, I’ve always been drawn to the quiet beauty of everyday moments. What began in 2010 as taking photos for friends and family has grown into a deeply meaningful journey — one where I get to preserve the stories that matter most.

With a warm and easygoing approach, I work to create images that feel honest, heartfelt, and enduring — whether it’s a sunlit family session, the joy of a milestone celebration, or the stillness of a shared glance between two people in love.

Photography, for me, is about connection. I’m grateful for every opportunity to be invited into someone’s life — even for a brief moment — and I look forward to capturing yours.

Three people pose together at night, one woman in a traditional blue Indian dress, one man in a black shirt with photography equipment, and one man in a blue suit, under string lights in an outdoor setting.