Time sure does fly by, doesn’t it? It has a way of taking away the beauty that we cherish in the blink of an eye. But there are some things that are timeless and seem to withstand the test of time. Matt Jacob understands this, and that’s why he’s creating art that will be appreciated for generations to come through his one-of-a-kind photography.
Originally from the United Kingdom, Matt attended school then University and later earned a degree in business and economics from Newcastle University. Although his passion as a boy was always to be a pilot, and so he tirelessly pursued this dream straight out of University and has been flying as an professional pilot around the world ever since. Being a pilot allows Matt the freedom to pursue his secondary dream of being a ‘successful’ photographer and artist.
Matt overcame testicular cancer as a young adult, which gave him a new perspective on life. It made him realize how important it is to pursue your dreams and make a lasting impact on the world and that philosophy has stayed with him ever since. Through his photography, he aims to create images that will withstand the test of time and leave a legacy.
Matt specializes in capturing different cultures through the lens of his camera. His portraits and environmental photographs are breathtaking, and he shares them with the world to increase awareness about remote rural places and the indigenous people living there. In addition, Matt shares his knowledge and expertise with aspiring photographers through his channels on Youtube and social media pages. He provides tips and tricks for capturing effective and evocative photos, as well as different apps and ways to edit and enhance the image to create lasting effects.
But his deep connection with his subjects sets Matt apart from other photographers. He believes that portrait photography requires communication and a strong bond with the person, culture and location being photographed. Matt’s connection with his portrait subjects and people from different parts of the world is his legacy, and he strives to make other people feel loved and appreciated through his work.
Matt dives deeper into his work and legacy on his podcast, The MOOD Podcast, where he invites creative people from all around the world to talk about their experiences in life and careers. It’s a great way to gain insight into the world of photography and learn more about Matt’s journey.
In the end, life is fleeting, but art can be timeless. Matt Jacob understands this and is doing his part to create something beautiful that will be appreciated for generations to come.
Click here to listen to The MOOD Podcast.
