Where can we view your work?

At this time, the best way to view our work is to call and make an appointment to visit our studio.  It is the best way to meet us and to view actual videos from our past clients, not just clips or small pieces of footage.

Do you have experience doing "ethnic" weddings?

We certainly do.  We have produced videos containing Christian, Catholic, Jewish, Hindu, and Muslim ceremonies.  Our clients were ethnically diverse including American, African-American, Indian, Pakistani, Korean, Chinese, Thai, Filipino, Latino, West African, Jamaican, Iraqi, Iranian and Israeli.

A friend received her wedding video but it does not play on her DVD player.

Unfortunately all DVD players were not created equal, especially those of a few years ago.  Always be sure to ask the videographer about the compatibility of your player prior to the publishing of the DVDs.  In addition, scratches and fingerprints can also prevent a DVD from playing properly.

How unobtrusive can you be?

Some brides prefer a videographer that is almost not seen but at the same time can get the footage for a great production.  Others encourage the videographer to interview guests, and generally be close to the action.  The choice is up to you - either way, because of our experience and state of the art wireless microphones, we can ensure a great production with crystal clear "I do's."

What about audio?

We feel audio is just as important as video.  Imagine a great shot of the vows but with audio all muffled and inaudible?  Some videographers feel that is "good enough."  We find this unacceptable.  It takes skill, quality wireless microphones, and other audio capturing techniques to produce audio good enough to accompany stunning video.  Do explore audio carefully with your videographer to avoid disappointment later.

How long have you been doing this?

Juan for over 21 years and Cliff for 6 years but much of his career as a photojournalist serves him well in this business.  The company also has 5 other experienced wedding videographers(associates) who have been trained in our style and attitude.  They all have 3 to 10 years in the industry and have matching equipment to us.

Do you have good references?

Not only can we give you good references - We can also provide you with the names and phone numbers of recent productions that we did - even up to a few weeks ago.  All will attest to our

"can-do" attitude, great social skills, and high quality of work.

How long has your company been established?

Matheson Communications has been in business in Bethesda for over 15 years.  Not all of those years were focused on videography though. Videography is now our only business.

What happens in the unlikely event that your videographer(s) has an "emergency" situation the day before my event?

No problem!  We have a close relationship with two other well established Washington-area videography firms.  Both are ready to step into our shoes at a moment's notice.  In 2004, we twice had to cover for one of our associate firms. Knock on wood, it has never happened to us.

How long will the final production be?
The maximum that can fit on a DVD is 2 hours. Most brides prefer a medium length movie of about 1 hour 30 minutes. Most final productions are between 45 minutes and 2 hours in length. Note that as many as 5 or 6 hours might have been shot but during the editing process only the best shots are retained for the final production.

Do you do photo montages?

A photo montage (slide show) is a great entertainment item for your event, shown either during the cocktail hour, the rehearsal dinner, or the main event itself.  We can scan your original photos, prepare them for video, place them into a video, add your choice of music, and output to a DVD (or VHS.)  If needed, we also have a projector and screen available plus an operator at a nominal charge.

What kind of lighting do you use?

Because we use modern digital Sony 3-chip "wedding cameras" we use natural light most of the time.  When needed, we mount a small light on our cameras to provide extra light should the room be really dimmed and insufficient for video.  This is standard equipment.  However, sometimes, due to unusual circumstances, a full lighting kit might be required.  We can provide this for an extra charge.

Do you do B'nai Mitzvahs/Quince Años or other events?

We also do a great number of Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and Quince Años , both the ceremonies and the parties.  Where the synagogue does not allow filming, we often film a "mock-up" of chanting the portions during the week.  We also cover conferences, awards dinners, documentary production, broadcast programs, and commercials.  (Call for more information).