While some people try their best to avoid ever coming near an abandoned building, I am drawn to them like moths are to a flame. I have been photographing abandoned places since 2014 when I was living in Singapore. I returned to Brisbane, Australia in 2016 where my love for these places continued to grow. In 2019 I landed my first publishing contract with Schiffer Publishing for my book 'Memories of Australia'. The book will be released late 2021 and will be available through all good book stores and online. Early 2020 I began work on my second book, this was picked up by Jonglez Publishing and will be titled 'Abandoned Taiwan' the release date is yet to be confirmed, though there have been hints of early 2022.
When I am not photographing abandoned places my focus is shifted to architecture, cityscapes and landscapes. I am also a full-time photographer for Freedom Property in Brisbane, Australia where I do real estate photography.
As much as I enjoy travelling and taking photo's on my own, I am always keen to meet up with new photographers both locally and when travelling abroad, drop me a line via the contact form below or find me on instagram at @mattamation or @heymattamation to collaborate. There is a saying that goes... talents and inspirations are everywhere.
Features / Exhibitions:
Oz Shot Magazine - Issue 7
20/20 Exhibition - Maxine Stibbe Art Gallery - QLD/Aust
Musa Abode Art Gallery - Singapore
How the Light gets in Exhibition - The University of the Sunshine Coast
Clients:
Freedom Property - Brisbane
Jones Lang LaSalle - Singapore
i12 Shopping Mall - Singapore
313 Somerset - Singapore
Axa Tower - Singapore
Marina Bay Financial Center - Singapore
Capital Square - Singapore
Anson House - Singapore
South Beach Tower - Singapore
Balmoral Residencies - Singapore
Troparies - Brisbane
Seafood Conxion - Sunshine Coast
Australia Post - Australia
Education:
Bachelor of Design & Communication - The University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)
Diploma of Graphic Design - Martin College - Brisbane
Certificate IV in Business Administration - NTD Training - Gold Coast
Contact:
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