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Artist Bio
Matt’s interest in photography was subliminally birthed during his childhood in southern Connecticut. Growing up in a water front home he witnessed nature’s wonder on a daily basis. While his passion for nature was nurtured during his early years, his passion for photography wasn’t realized until later.
Matt moved to Rhode Island in 2004 with is wife and two sons. In 2007 he started visiting local wildlife refuges with a Kodak point-n-shoot camera. After just a few of these basic photo treks, he soon realized what he thought was an interesting way to kill an afternoon was in fact something deeper. His photography has since taken him throughout the Northeast and various other destinations for both commercial and fine art projects. Matt hosts photo walks and workshops at various galleries throughout Rhode Island.
Matthew currently resides in Narragansett Rhode Island with his wife and four children. His work inspires artists of many mediums and is sought after by collectors and art enthusiasts worldwide.
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Artist Statement
“As cliche as it might sound, what drives me to take photos is the renewed awe on people’s faces when they are confronted with the beauty that is all around them, in a way that only I can deliver. No matter what skill level a photographer possesses, no two people can capture a scene the same exact way. I would have never seen myself as a ‘photographer’ but I have always been drawn to great photographs. I can recall stumbling upon a scene before ever owning a camera and thinking, “Wow, that would make a great photo!” I suppose a lot of folks have those moments, but most people don’t act on them.
I love watching the expression on people’s faces when they watch my photos. It’s almost as though my photos peel back the emotions that people keep hidden. If only for a moment people are totally exposed, whether its viewing a scene from their childhood or a dramatic landscape. That’s really what fans the flame for me and what pushes me to get up at ungodly hours of the day and go out in less than desirable weather conditions to capture these frames. Things are dismal in our country right now, and if something as simple as a photograph can brighten someone’s day I’m all for it!
I love educating others about different aspects of photography. People don’t realize how much time goes into creating a photograph. You can teach a monkey to press a shutter, but there is something deeper to composing an inspiring and dramatic image. I thank God for what talent I have and for the opportunities He presents me in His time.”
-Matthew Johnston-
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Contact Me!
I personally want to thank you for taking time out of your day to visit my site. If you have an inquiry about ordering prints, working together on a project, or just want to let me know what you think of my work, please feel free to use the form to the right to get in touch. I will get back to everyone who contacts me as soon as possible. Again, thank you for the support and please check back soon as I am constantly adding new photos to my collection!
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