CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter Your Edits Aren't Off. You've Just Changed. ↓ Hey Reader, Ever look at your photos and think: “This just doesn’t feel like me anymore”? Tbh, same. And honestly, I’ve learned that feeling isn’t a red flag. It’s a sign you’re growing. p.s. I walk through this whole shift inside Lightroom in my latest YouTube video; watch it here. What Changed For Me A couple of years ago, my edits were all about pop. Exposure up. Shadows lifted. Saturation boosted, especially blues...
9 days ago • 2 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter The Rhythm I Follow On Every Photo Walk ↓ Hey Reader, If you’re travelling soon or in a new city right now, this is how I do photo walks. It’s not fancy. It’s not complicated. But it works. And it’s what yesterday’s YouTube video was all about, if you want to see it in action. Let’s dive in! My Process (And Why I Keep it Simple) I used to overplan my photography days. I'd scroll on a location's top Instagram posts, drop a pin at every ‘must-see’ spot, then rush...
16 days ago • 3 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter The Camera Setting You’re Not Using (Yet) ↓ Hey Reader, Something small’s been making a big difference in how I shoot lately. Not a new lens. Not editing tricks. Just one camera setting I’d ignored for years. It’s helping me create photos that feel more thoughtful, more moody and way more me. I shared this in yesterday's YouTube video, but I wanted to break it down here too, with a bit more context and a few ideas you can try yourself. Let’s dive in! What It Is......
23 days ago • 2 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter 3 Mini Photo Ideas for When You're Feeling Stuck ↓ Hey Reader, Some of the best work we make comes when we’re not trying too hard. There’s no pressure. No client. No expectations of how it should turn out. And if you’ve been in a bit of a weird phase with your photography lately, whether that’s feeling stuck, uninspired or just unsure what to shoot, these ideas should help. Let's dive in! P.S. I recently partnered with Skillshare and scored you a free month when...
30 days ago • 4 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter Becoming Undeniable ↓ Hey Reader, When you’re starting something new—or trying to take it more seriously—it can feel like no one’s really paying attention. You’re posting your work… and it’s quiet. No replies. No leads. No feedback. I get it... After moving country, I’ve been rebuilding from scratch. New place, new people, new challenges. And I’ve realised that the only way forward is to become undeniable. What Does 'Undeniable' Actually Mean? It’s not about being...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter Becoming Undeniable ↓ Hey Reader, When you’re starting something new—or trying to take it more seriously—it can feel like no one’s really paying attention. You’re posting your work… and it’s quiet. No replies. No leads. No feedback. I get it... After moving country, I’ve been rebuilding from scratch. New place, new people, new challenges. And I’ve realised that the only way forward is to become undeniable. What Does 'Undeniable' Actually Mean? It’s not about being...
about 1 month ago • 2 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter My Least Used Lens is Becoming My Favourite ↓ Hey Reader, People always ask me: “Matty, what lens should I get?” Or, “Matty, what’s the best everyday lens?” And I get why...it’s a big decision (one of the biggest as a photographer). But the truth is, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. So instead, I'm gonna share what I use and what’s actually helping me grow as a photographer. This week? It’s the Fujifilm XF 35mm F/2. I’ve owned it for years. Recommended it...
about 1 month ago • 3 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter 3 Photography Techniques to Try (Inspired by Spain’s Blackout) ↓ Hey Reader, Spain had a big blackout this week — el apagón. Phones stopped working. Some people were stuck in lifts or stranded mid-travel. I got lucky. I was home. Nothing urgent going on. And while it could’ve been a pain, it actually gave me a bit of space to pick up my camera and test a few things I’d been meaning to try. No client work. No pressure. Just time to practise and mess around. Here...
about 2 months ago • 2 min read
CAPTURED - Weekly Newsletter How I’m Editing in 2025 (and Why It’s Changed) ↓ Hey Reader, In this week’s Captured, I want to show you how my editing style has evolved lately — and how you can think about yours too. I'll break down how I used to edit, what I'm doing differently now, and why editing is one of the best tools you’ve got as a photographer. If you’ve ever felt unsure about your look or stuck between what you like vs. what clients want, this one’s for you. Let's dive in! Why We Edit...
about 2 months ago • 3 min read