HEY I'M MATTHEW DE CASTRO,

I created ITSBYMDC with one simple idea in mind: to build something that grows alongside me. A brand that feels personal yet professional. A space where creativity, storytelling, and connection could come together through meaningful visual work.

The name “MDC” may simply be my initials, but to me, it represents something far greater. It reflects the idea that every project, photograph, and production carries a piece of who I am: my perspective, my passion, and my commitment to creating work that feels authentic and lasting.

What drives me is simple: “Carrying memories, stories, and meaning beyond the frame.”

For me, photography and videography have never been just about taking photos or filming moments. They’re about preserving emotion, atmosphere, connection, and the moments in-between, the things people often feel more than they see.

My work spans across community initiatives, events, youth advocacy, businesses, politics, schools, sport, city life, and documentary-style storytelling. Whether I’m capturing a major event, a quiet interaction, or a fleeting moment in motion, my goal is always the same: to create work that tells a story people can return to.

I’m constantly learning, experimenting, and evolving, and that’s what makes this journey exciting. Every project becomes an opportunity to grow creatively, connect with others, and build something meaningful together.

ITSBYMDC isn’t just about content.

It’s about people.

It’s about moments.

It’s about stories that deserve to be remembered.

So whether you’re here to collaborate, explore my work, or simply follow the journey: welcome!

This is only the beginning.