For The Taking Photography
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Responds in about 7 min
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About
Hi, I’m Toby, the photographer behind For The Taking Photography, based in Niantic and serving southeastern Connecticut and the shoreline.
I photograph weddings, engagements, portraits, and special events with a natural, heartfelt, and storytelling approach. My style is a mix of candid moments and gentle direction so you can feel comfortable, present, and fully yourself in front of the camera.
I’m passionate about capturing the moments that matter most — the real emotions, quiet in-between moments, and details that make your story unique. Clients know me for being easy to work with, responsive, and committed to creating a smooth, enjoyable experience from start to finish.
If you’re looking for timeless, meaningful photos and a photographer who genuinely cares about your story, I’d love to connect and hear more about your vision.
Overview
Hired 30 times
Serves Niantic, CT
Background checked
2 employees
9 years in business
Business hours
Sun8:00 am - 10:00 pmMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, PayPal, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
2024
Services offered
Photoshoot type
Photo style
Traditional posed
Candid
Artful composition and lighting
Natural or environmental
Wedding photographer also needed
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, responsiveness, and work quality.
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Miranda B.
Jul 30, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had an amazing experience with For The Taking Photography for our engagement photos. Toby was incredibly friendly and professional, and his work is excellent. We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a great photography service!
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Wedding and Event Photography
Melissa M.
Sep 8, 2026
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From Google
My fianc and I did an engagement shoot with Toby. We thoroughly enjoyed our experience with him. He offered lots of suggestions for pics and asked if we had any ideas wed like to implement. He was very friendly and conversational. We LOVE the way our pics came out.
Alyson T.
Jan 21, 2026
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From Google
Highly highly recommend! Toby is such a joy to work with. Weve had maternity photos taken for 2 pregnancies and absolutely loved both sets. Toby does a great job making you feel comfortable, directing you, and getting a combination of naturally posed shots and candid shots. He uses the landscape and lighting to his advantage to get wonderfully composed pictures. Hes also a pro at editing, for example editing pretzels out of a toddlers hands that you used to bribe the toddler to cooperate . The pictures are turned around very quickly as well, which we appreciated! We werent originally planning on getting maternity photos but we are so glad that we did- we love them so much!
Selina T.
Dec 30, 2025
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From Google
Amazing experience from start to finish. Toby was patient, professional, and great with our family. The photos came out natural and lovelywell definitely book again!
For The Taking Photography's reply
Thank you so much, Selina! We can't wait to have you and your family back for another session!
Louise H.
Feb 2, 2026
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From Google
I cannot recommend Toby highly enough! Over the years, he has photographed numerous projects for me, and every single time he has exceeded my expectations. His professionalism, creativity, and attention to detail are truly outstanding.What sets Toby apart is not just his technical skill, but his ability to capture genuine moments and emotions. He has an incredible eye for composition and lighting, and he always makes you feel comfortable and at ease during shoots.I'm already counting down the days until our first grandchild visits the East Coast this summer so Toby can photograph her! I trust him completely to capture those precious early moments, and I know the photos will be treasures we'll cherish for a lifetime.If you're looking for a photographer who consistently delivers exceptional work and treats every project with care and passion, Toby is your person. You won't be disappointed!
For The Taking Photography's reply
Thank you, Louise, for your incredibly kind words! I'm just as excited to photograph the newest addition to the family!
Credentials
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Toby Mathew